11 ENGLISHDust extractionOptional accessoryThe dust nozzle is recommended to perform cleancutting operations.To attach the dust nozzle on the tool, insert the hook ofdust nozzle into the hole in the base.1234Fig.13► 1. Dust nozzle 2. Base 3. Hook 4. HoleTo secure the dust nozzle, tighten the clamp screw atthe front of the dust nozzle. The dust nozzle can beinstalled on either left or right side of the base.1Fig.14► 1. Clamp screwThen connect a Makita vacuum cleaner to the dustnozzle.12Fig.15► 1. Dust nozzle 2. Hose for vacuum cleanerOPERATIONCAUTION: Always hold the base flush withthe workpiece. Failure to do so may cause jig sawblade breakage, resulting in a serious injury.CAUTION: Advance the tool very slowly whencutting curves or scrolling. Forcing the tool maycause a slanted cutting surface and jig saw bladebreakage.Turn the tool on without the jig saw blade making anycontact and wait until the jig saw blade attains fullspeed. Then rest the base flat on the workpiece andgently move the tool forward along the previouslymarked cutting line.12Fig.16► 1. Cutting line 2. BaseBevel cuttingCAUTION: Always be sure that the tool isswitched off and the battery cartridge is removedbefore tilting the base.With the base tilted, you can make bevel cuts at anyangle between 0° and 45° (left or right).Fig.17