8 ENGLISHSwitch action121. Lock-off lever 2. Switch triggerCAUTION: Before inserting the battery car-tridge into the tool, always check to see that theswitch trigger actuates properly and returns tothe "OFF" position when released.CAUTION: Do not pull the switch triggerhard without pressing the lock-off lever. This cancause switch breakage.To prevent the switch trigger from being accidentallypulled, a lock-off lever is provided. To start the tool, slidethe lock-off lever and pull the switch trigger. Release theswitch trigger to stop.WARNING: For your safety, this tool isequipped with lock-off lever which prevents thetool from unintended starting. NEVER use thetool if it runs when you simply pull the switchtrigger without pressing the lock-off lever. Returntool a MAKITA service center for proper repairsBEFORE further usage.WARNING: NEVER tape down or defeat pur-pose and function of lock-off lever.ASSEMBLYCAUTION: Always be sure that the tool isswitched off and the battery cartridge is removedbefore carrying out any work on the tool.Removing or installing circular sawblade121. Shaft lock 2. Hex wrenchCAUTION: Be sure the circular saw blade isinstalled with teeth pointing up at the front of thetool.CAUTION: Use only the Makita wrench toinstall or remove the circular saw blade.To remove the circular saw blade, press the shaft lockfully so that the circular saw blade cannot revolve anduse the wrench to loosen the hex bolt counterclockwise.Then remove the hex bolt, outer flange and circular sawblade.12341. Hex bolt 2. Outer flange 3. Circular saw blade4. Inner flangeTo install the circular saw blade, follow the removal pro-cedure in reverse. BE SURE TO TIGHTEN THE HEXBOLT CLOCKWISE SECURELY.