11 ENGLISHHookOptional accessoryCAUTION: Always remove the battery whenhanging the tool with the hook.CAUTION: Never hook the tool at high loca-tions or potentially unstable locations such ason the surfaces. Otherwise the tool may lose thebalance and fall.CAUTION: Do not pull the tool downwardwhen it is hooked.The hook is convenient for hanging the tool temporarily.Attach the hook with the screws as illustrated.12► 1. Hook 2. ScrewTo use the hook, simply turn the hook until it snaps intothe open position.When not in use, always turn the hook until it snaps intothe closed position.1 2► 1. Open position 2. Closed positionElectric brakeThis tool is equipped with an electric blade brake. If the tool consis-tently fails to quickly stop the circular saw blade after switch leverrelease, have tool serviced at a Makita service center.CAUTION: The blade brake system is not asubstitute for blade guard. NEVER USE TOOLWITHOUT A FUNCTIONING BLADE GUARD.SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY CAN RESULT.Electronic functionThe tools equipped with electronic function are easy tooperate because of the following feature(s).Soft start featureSoft start because of suppressed starting shock.ASSEMBLYCAUTION: Always be sure that the tool isswitched off and the battery cartridge is removedbefore carrying out any work on the tool.Hex wrench storageWhen not in use, store the hex wrench as shown in thefigure to keep it from being lost.1► 1. Hex wrench