Makita 5057KB Owners Manual - Page 10

001390 Graduation on right side of tool base The right side of the tool base is graduated in inches. The "0" graduation indicates the position of the blade edge when the depth of cut is set at the deepest position. Use this graduation when performing plunge cuts (pocket cutting). 1 1. Position of blade edge when depth of cut is set at the deepest position 1 2 3 1. Dust cap 2. Rubber cap 3. Lever 001392 Dust collection This tool is equipped with the dust box to collect dust and cut chips. When the dust box is about two thirds full, empty its contents. To do so, press the lever to unlock the dust cap and open it. Tip the rear of the tool down to empty the dust box. Cleaner cutting operations can be performed by connecting this tool to Makita vacuum cleaner. Remove the rubber cap from the dust cap and connect the vacuum cleaner hose to the dust cap. 1. Switch trigger 001401 1 Switch action CAUTION: • Before plugging in the tool, always check to see that the switch trigger actuates properly and returns to the "OFF" position when released. To start the tool, simply pull the switch trigger. Release the switch trigger to stop. ASSEMBLY CAUTION: • Always be sure that the tool is switched off and unplugged before carrying out any work on the tool. 10