179. Groove cutting1001563A dado type cut can be made by proceeding asfollows:Adjust the lower limit position of the blade using theadjusting screw and the stopper arm to limit thecutting depth of the blade. Refer to "Stopper arm"section described on previously.After adjusting the lower limit position of the blade,cut parallel grooves across the width of theworkpiece using a slide (push) cut as shown in thefigure. Then remove the workpiece materialbetween the grooves with a chisel.WARNING:• Do not attempt to perform this type of cut byusing a wider type blade or dado blade.Attempting to make a groove cut with a wider bladeor dado blade could lead to unexpected cuttingresults and kickback which may result in seriouspersonal injury• Be sure to return the stopper arm to theoriginal position when performing other thangroove cutting. Attempting to make cuts with thestopper arm in the incorrect position could lead tounexpected cutting results and kickback which mayresult in serious personal injury.Carrying tool1011300012715Make sure that the battery cartridge is removed. Securethe blade at 0° bevel angle and the turn base at the fullright miter angle position. Secure the slide poles so thatthe lower slide pole is locked in the position of the carriagefully pulled to operator and the upper poles are locked inthe position of the carriage fully pushed forward to theguide fence. Lower the handle fully and lock it in thelowered position by pushing in the stopper pin.Carry the tool by holding both sides of the tool base asshown in the figure. If you remove the holders, dust bag,etc., you can carry the tool more easily.CAUTION:• Always secure all moving portions before carryingthe tool. If portions of the tool move or slide whilebeing carried loss of control or balance may occurresulting in personal injury.WARNING:• Stopper pin is only for carrying and storagepurposes and should never be used for anycutting operations. The use of the stopper pin forcutting operations may cause unexpectedmovement of the saw blade resulting in kickbackand serious personal injury.MAINTENANCECAUTION:• Always be sure that the tool is switched off and thebattery cartridge is removed before attempting toperform inspection or maintenance.WARNING:• Always be sure that the blade is sharp andclean for the best and safest performance.Attempting a cut with a dull and /or dirty blade maycause kickback and result in a serious personalinjury.NOTICE:• Never use gasoline, benzine, thinner, alcohol or thelike. Discoloration, deformation or cracks mayresult.1. Stopper pin1. Cut grooves withblade