Makita BLS712 Instruction Manual

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19Dust bagThe use of the dust bag makes cutting operations clean anddust collection easy. To attach the dust bag, fit it onto thedust nozzle.When the dust bag is about half full, remove the dust bagfrom the tool and pull the fastener out. Empty the dust bag ofits contents, tapping it lightly so as to remove particles adher-ing to the insides which might hamper further collection.NOTE:If you connect a Makita vacuum cleaner to your saw, moreefficient and cleaner operations can be performed.Securing workpieceWARNING:• It is extremely important to always secure the workpieceproperly and tightly with the vise. Failure to do so cancause the tool to be damaged and/or the workpiece tobe destroyed. PERSONAL INJURY MAY ALSORESULT. Also, after a cutting operation, DO NOT raisethe blade until the blade has come to a complete stop.CAUTION:• When cutting long workpieces, use supports that are ashigh as the top surface level of the turn base. Do not relysolely on the vertical vise and/or horizontal vise tosecure the workpiece.Thin material tends to sag. Support workpiece over itsentire length to avoid blade pinch and possibleKICKBACK.1. Dust nozzle2. Fastener3. Dust bag1 320022171. Support2. Turn base1 2001549