6Hex wrench storage1002512When not in use, store the hex wrench as shown in thefigure to keep it from being lost.OPERATIONCAUTION:• Always press the shoe firmly against the workpieceduring operation. If the shoe is held away from theworkpiece during operation, strong vibration and/ortwisting will be produced, causing the blade tosnap dangerously.• Always wear gloves to protect your hands from hotflying chips when cutting metal.• Be sure to always wear suitable eye protectionwhich conforms with current national standards.• Always use a suitable coolant (cutting oil) whencutting metal. Failure to do so will cause prematureblade wear.• If the tool is operated continuously until the batterycartridge has discharged, allow the tool to rest for15 minutes before proceeding with a fresh battery.002513Press the shoe firmly against the workpiece. Do notallow the tool to bounce. Bring the blade into lightcontact with the workpiece. Turn the tool on and waituntil the blade attains full speed. Then apply pressure tocut the workpiece.MAINTENANCECAUTION:• Always be sure that the tool is switched off and thebattery cartridge is removed before attempting toperform inspection or maintenance.To maintain product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs,any other maintenance or adjustment should beperformed by Makita Authorized or Factory ServiceCenters, always using Makita replacement parts.Call your nearest Makita Service Center or Distributorto determine thelocation that provides Makita batteryrecycling. See your local Yellow Pages under"Tools-Electric".Recycling the BatteryThe only way to dispose of a Makita battery is torecycle it. The law prohibits any other method ofdisposal.To recycle the battery:Remove the battery from the tool.Take the battery to your nearest MakitaFactory Service CenterTake the battery to your nearest MakitaAuthorized Service Center or Distributor thathas been designated as a Makita batteryrecycling location.a)orb)1.2.000005Ni-CdEN0001-1ACCESSORIESCAUTION:• These accessories or attachments arerecommended for use with your Makita toolspecified in this manual. The use of any otheraccessories or attachments might present a risk ofinjury to persons. Only use accessory orattachment for its stated purpose.If you need any assistance for more details regardingthese accessories, ask your local Makita Service Center.• Recipro saw blades• Various type of Makita genuine batteries andchargers• Hex wrench 31. Hex wrench