Makita DRS780 Instruction Manual

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2 ENGLISHENGLISH (Original instructions)SPECIFICATIONSModel: DRS780Blade diameter 185 mm (7-1/4″)Max. Cutting depth at 0° 65 mm (2-9/16″)at 45° bevel 45 mm (1-3/4″)at 53° bevel 38 mm (1-1/2″)No load speed 5,100 /minOverall length 446 mm (17-1/2″)Rated voltage D.C. 36 VBattery cartridge BL1815N, BL1820B BL1830, BL1830B, BL1840B,BL1850B, BL1860BNet weight 5.0 - 5.6 kg (11.1 - 12.4 lbs)• Due to our continuing program of research and development, the specifications herein are subject to changewithout notice.• Specifications and battery cartridge may differ from country to country.• The weight may differ depending on the attachment(s), including the battery cartridge. The lightest and heavi-est combination, according to EPTA-Procedure 01/2014, are shown in the table.SAFETY WARNINGSGeneral power tool safety warningsWARNING: Read all safety warnings and allinstructions. Failure to follow the warnings and instruc-tions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.Save all warnings and instruc-tions for future reference.The term "power tool" in the warnings refers to yourmains-operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated(cordless) power tool.Work area safety1. Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered ordark areas invite accidents.2. Do not operate power tools in explosive atmo-spheres, such as in the presence of flammableliquids, gases or dust. Power tools create sparkswhich may ignite the dust or fumes.3. Keep children and bystanders away whileoperating a power tool. Distractions can causeyou to lose control.Electrical Safety1. Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Nevermodify the plug in any way. Do not use anyadapter plugs with earthed (grounded) powertools. Unmodified plugs and matching outlets willreduce risk of electric shock.2. Avoid body contact with earthed or groundedsurfaces, such as pipes, radiators, ranges andrefrigerators. There is an increased risk of elec-tric shock if your body is earthed or grounded.3. Do not expose power tools to rain or wet con-ditions. Water entering a power tool will increasethe risk of electric shock.4. Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord forcarrying, pulling or unplugging the power tool.Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edgesor moving parts. Damaged or entangled cordsincrease the risk of electric shock.5. When operating a power tool outdoors, use anextension cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of a cordsuitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock.6. If operating a power tool in a damp location isunavoidable, use a ground fault circuit inter-rupter (GFCI) protected supply. Use of a GFCIreduces the risk of electric shock.Personal Safety1. Stay alert, watch what you are doing and usecommon sense when operating a power tool.Do not use a power tool while you are tired orunder the influence of drugs, alcohol or med-ication. A moment of inattention while operatingpower tools may result in serious personal injury.2. Use personal protective equipment. Always wear eyeprotection. Protective equipment such as a dust mask,non-skid safety shoes, hard hat or hearing protection usedfor appropriate conditions will reduce personal injuries.3. Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure theswitch is in the off-position before connectingto power source and/or battery pack, pickingup or carrying the tool. Carrying power tools withyour finger on the switch or energising power toolsthat have the switch on invites accidents.4. Remove any adjusting key or wrench beforeturning the power tool on. A wrench or a key leftattached to a rotating part of the power tool mayresult in personal injury.