Makita 3612 Instruction Manual

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7Stopper blockThe stopper block has three adjusting hex bolts which raiseor lower 0.8 mm (1/32”) per turn. You can easily obtain threedifferent depths of cut using these adjusting hex bolts withoutreadjusting the stopper pole.Adjust the lowest hex bolt to obtain the deepest depth of cut,following the method of “Adjusting depth of cut”. Adjust thetwo remaining hex bolts to obtain shallower depths of cut.The differences in height of these hex bolts are equal to thedifferences in depths of cut.To adjust the hex bolts, first loosen the hex nuts on the hexbolts with the wrench and then turn the hex bolts. Afterobtaining the desired position, tighten the hex nuts whileholding the hex bolts in that desired position. The stopperblock is also convenient for making three passes with pro-gressively deeper bit settings when cutting deep grooves.Switch actionCAUTION:• Before plugging in the tool, always check to see that thetool is switched off.• Switch can be locked in “ON” position for ease ofoperator comfort during extended use. Apply cautionwhen locking tool in “ON” position and maintain firmgrasp on tool.• Make sure that the shaft lock is released before theswitch is turned on.• Hold the tool firmly when turning off the tool, toovercome the reaction.To start the tool, move the switch lever to the I (ON) position.To stop the tool, move the switch lever to the O (OFF) posi-tion.Electric brakeThis tool is equipped with an electric brake. If the tool consis-tently fails to quickly stop after switch lever moving to the O(OFF) position, have tool serviced at a Makita service center.1. Stopper pole2. Hex bolt3. Hex nut4. Stopper block12340036571. Switch lever1003660