22 ENGLISHMAINTENANCECAUTION: Always be sure that the tool isswitched off and the battery cartridge is removedbefore attempting to perform inspection ormaintenance.CAUTION: Clean out the upper and lowerguards to ensure there is no accumulated saw-dust which may impede the operation of the lowerguarding system. A dirty guarding system may limitthe proper operation which could result in seriouspersonal injury. The most effective way to accomplishthis cleaning is with compressed air. If the dust isbeing blown out of the guards, be sure the propereye and breathing protection is used.CAUTION: After each use, wipe off the sawdust on the tool. Fine saw dust may come inside thetool and cause malfunction or a fire.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.Adjusting 0°-cut accuracyThis adjustment has been made at the factory. But if it isoff, you can adjust it as the following procedure.1. Slightly loosen the lever on the bevel scale plate.2. Make the base perpendicular to the blade usinga triangular rule or square rule by turning the adjustingscrew.213► 1. Triangular rule 2. Adjusting screw 3. Lever3. Tighten the lever and then make a test cut tocheck the verticalness.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.• Circular saw blade• Rip fence (Guide rule)• Hook• Dust nozzle• Hex wrench• Wireless unit• 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.