Makita DHS680 Instruction Manual

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9lock-off lever. Return tool to a MAKITA servicecenter for proper repairs BEFORE further usage.• NEVER tape down or defeat purpose and functionof lock-off lever.Indicating remaining battery capacityFig.3When you turn the tool on, the battery indicator showsthe remaining battery capacity.The remaining battery capacity is shown as the following table.Battery indicator statusRemaining battery capacity50% - 100%20% - 50%0% - 20%Charge the batteryOn Off Blinking015146Automatic speed change functionFig.4Mode indicator status Operation modeHigh speed modeHigh torque mode015137This tool has "high speed mode" and "high torquemode". It automatically changes operation modedepending on the work load. When mode indicator lightsup during operation, the tool is in high torque mode.Tool / battery protection systemThe tool is equipped with a tool/battery protectionsystem. This system automatically cuts off power to themotor to extend tool and battery life.The tool will automatically stop during operation if thetool or battery are placed under one of the followingconditions. In some conditions, the indicator lights up.Overload protectionWhen the tool is operated in a manner that causes it todraw an abnormally high current, the tool automaticallystops without any indications. In this situation, turn thetool off and stop the application that caused the tool tobecome overloaded. Then turn the tool on to restart.Overheat protection for toolWhen the tool is overheated, the tool stopsautomatically and the battery indicator shows followingstate. In this situation, let the tool cool before turning thetool on again.Battery indicatorTool is overheatedOn Off Blinking015145Releasing protection lockWhen the protection system works repeatedly, the toolis locked and the battery indicator shows the followingstate.Battery indicator On Off BlinkingProtection lock works015201In this situation, the tool does not start even if turningthe tool off and on. To release the protection lock,remove the battery, set it to the battery charger and waituntil the charging finishes.Adjusting depth of cutCAUTION:• After adjusting the depth of cut, always tighten thelever securely.Fig.5Loosen the lever on the side of the rear handle andmove the base up or down. At the desired depth of cut,secure the base by tightening the lever.For cleaner, safer cuts, set cut depth so that no morethan one blade tooth projects below workpiece. Usingproper cut depth helps to reduce potential for dangerousKICKBACKS which can cause personal injury.Bevel cuttingFig.6Loosen the front lever. Set for the desired angle (0° - 50°) bytilting accordingly, then tighten the front lever securely.Fig.7Use the 45° stopper when you do precise 45° anglecutting. Turn the stopper counterclockwise fully for bevelcut (0° - 45°) and turn it clockwise for 0° - 50° bevel cuts.SightingFig.8For straight cuts, align the 0° position on the front of thebase with your cutting line. For 45° bevel cuts, align the45° position with it. The position of the top guide isadjustable.