Makita DLS713 Instruction Manual

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9Adjusting the bevel angle12003930123011301To adjust the bevel angle, loosen the lever at the rear ofthe tool counterclockwise.Push the handle to the left to tilt the saw blade until thepointer points to the desired angle on the bevel scale.Then tighten the lever clockwise firmly to secure thearm.To tilt the blade to the right, push the release button atthe rear of the tool while tilting the blade slightly to theleft after loosening the lever. With the release buttondepressed, tilt the saw blade to the right.CAUTION:• After changing the bevel angle, always secure thearm by tightening the lever clockwise.NOTICE:• When tilting the saw blade be sure the handle isfully raised.• When changing bevel angles, be sure to positionthe kerf boards appropriately as explained in the"Positioning kerf boards" section.Adjusting the lever position1 2003932The lever can be repositioned at every angle 30° whenthe lever does not provide full tightening.Loosen and remove the screw that secures the lever at the rearof the tool. Remove the lever and install it again so that it isslightly above the level. Secure the lever with the screw firmly.Switch action123011243To prevent the switch trigger from being accidentallypulled, a lock-off button is provided. To start the tool,press in the lock-off button and pull the switch trigger.Release the switch trigger to stop.WARNING:• Before installing the battery cartridge on thetool, always check to see that the switch triggeractuates properly and returns to the "OFF"position when released. Do not pull the switchtrigger hard without pressing in the lock-offbutton. This can cause switch breakage.Operating a tool with a switch that does not actuateproperly can lead to loss of control and seriouspersonal injury.A hole is provided in the switch trigger for insertion of apadlock to lock the tool off.WARNING:• Do not use a lock with a shank or cable anysmaller than 6.35 mm (1/4") in diameter. Asmaller shank or cable may not properly lock thetool in the off position and unintentional operationmay occur resulting in serious personal injury.• NEVER use tool without a fully operative switchtrigger. Any tool with an inoperative switch isHIGHLY DANGEROUS and must be repaired beforefurther usage or serious personal injury may occur.• For your safety, this tool is equipped with a lock-offbutton which prevents the tool from unintendedstarting. NEVER use the tool if it runs when yousimply pull the switch trigger without pressing thelock-off button. A switch in need of repair mayresult in unintentional operation and seriouspersonal injury. Return tool to a Makita servicecenter for proper repairs BEFORE further usage.• NEVER defeat the lock-off button by taping downor some other means. A switch with a defeatedlock-off button may result in unintentional operationand serious personal injury.1. Lock-off button2. Switch trigger3. Hole for padlock1. Lever2. Screw1. Pointer2. Bevel scale3. Arm1. Lever2. Release button