11 ENGLISHElectric brakeThis tool is equipped with an electric blade brake. If thetool consistently fails to quickly stop the circular sawblade after switch trigger released, have tool serviced ata Makita service center.CAUTION: The blade brake system is not asubstitute for blade guard. NEVER USE TOOLWITHOUT A FUNCTIONING BLADE GUARD.SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY CAN RESULT.Electronic functionThe tools equipped with electronic function are easy tooperate because of the following feature(s).Soft start featureSoft start because of suppressed starting shock.Constant speed controlElectronic speed control for obtaining constant speed.Possible to get fine finish, because the rotating speed iskept constant even under load condition.ASSEMBLYCAUTION: Always be sure that the tool isswitched off and the battery cartridge is removedbefore carrying out any work on the tool.Hex wrench storageWhen not in use, store the hex wrench as shown in thefigure to keep it from being lost.1Fig.12► 1. Hex wrenchInstalling or removing the circularsaw bladeCAUTION: Use only the Makita wrench toinstall or remove the circular saw blade.CAUTION: When installing the circular sawblade, be sure to tighten the bolt securely.CAUTION: Be sure the circular saw blade isinstalled with teeth pointing up at the front of thetool.1. Remove the dust case.2. Press the shaft lock fully so that the circular sawblade cannot revolve and use the hex wrench to loosenthe hex bolt.2341Fig.13► 1. Shaft lock 2. Hex wrench 3. Tighten 4. Loosen3. Remove the hex bolt, outer flange and circularsaw blade.2314Fig.14► 1. Hex bolt 2. Outer flange 3. Circular saw blade4. Inner flange4. To install the circular saw blade, follow theremoval procedure in reverse.