8 ENGLISHNOTE: If you remove the recipro saw blade withoutrotating the blade clamp lever fully, the lever may notbe locked in the released position . In this case,rotate the blade clamp lever fully again, then makesure that the blade clamp lever locked at the releasedposition .NOTE: If the blade clamp lever is positioned insidethe tool, switch on the tool just a second to let theblade out. Remove the battery cartridge from the toolbefore installing or removing the recipro saw blade.OPERATIONCAUTION: Always press the shoe firmlyagainst the workpiece during operation. If theshoe is removed or held away from the workpieceduring operation, strong vibration and/or twisting willbe produced, causing the blade to snap dangerously.CAUTION: Always wear gloves to protectyour hands from hot flying chips when cuttingmetal.CAUTION: Be sure to always wear suitableeye protection which conforms with currentnational standards.CAUTION: Always use a suitable coolant(cutting oil) when cutting metal. Failure to do so willcause premature blade wear.CAUTION: Do not quirk the blade duringcutting.Press the shoe firmly against the workpiece. Do notallow the tool to bounce. Bring the recipro saw bladeinto light contact with the workpiece. First, make a pilotgroove using a slower speed. Then use a faster speedto continue cutting.► Fig.12NOTICE: Do not cut the workpiece with the shoeaway from the workpiece or without the shoe.Doing so increases the reaction force which maybreak the recipro saw blade.MAINTENANCECAUTION: Always be sure that the tool isswitched off and the battery cartridge is removedbefore attempting to perform inspection ormaintenance.NOTICE: Never use gasoline, benzine, thinner,alcohol or the like. Discoloration, deformation orcracks may result.To maintain product SAFETY and RELIABILITY,repairs, any other maintenance or adjustment shouldbe performed by Makita Authorized or Factory ServiceCenters, always using Makita replacement parts.OPTIONALACCESSORIESCAUTION: These accessories or attachmentsare recommended 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 or attachmentfor its stated purpose.If you need any assistance for more details regard-ing these accessories, ask your local Makita ServiceCenter.• Recipro saw blades• Makita genuine battery and chargerNOTE: Some items in the list may be included in thetool package as standard accessories. They maydiffer from country to country.