Makita 5402NA Owners Manual - Page 10

001967 Sighting For straight cuts, align the A position on the front of the base B A with your cutting line. For 45° bevel cuts, align the B position with it. 1. Lock-off button 2. Swich trigger ASSEMBLY 2 1. Shaft lock 2. Hex wrench 001968 Switch action 1 CAUTION: • Before plugging in the tool, always check to see that the 2 switch trigger actuates properly and returns to the "OFF" position when released. To prevent the switch trigger from being accidentally pulled, a lock-off button is provided. To start the tool, push in the lock-off button and pull the switch trigger. Release the switch trigger to stop. Electric brake This tool is equipped with an electric blade brake. If the tool consistently fails to quickly stop blade after switch trigger release, have tool serviced at a Makita service center. The blade brake system is not a substitute for lower guard. NEVER USE TOOL WITHOUT A FUNCTIONING LOWER GUARD. SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY CAN RESULT. CAUTION: • Always be sure that the tool is switched off and unplugged before carrying out any work on the tool. 001969 Removing or installing saw blade 1 CAUTION: • Be sure the blade is installed with teeth pointing up at the front of the tool. • Use only the Makita wrench to install or remove the blade. Release the lock lever of blade steady device. 10