8 ENGLISHIndicator lamps RemainingcapacityLighted Off Blinking75% to 100%50% to 75%25% to 50%0% to 25%Charge thebattery.The batterymay havemalfunctioned.NOTE: Depending on the conditions of use and theambient temperature, the indication may differ slightlyfrom the actual capacity.NOTE: The first (far left) indicator lamp will blink whenthe battery protection system works.Adjusting depth of cutCAUTION: Always switch off and wait for theblades to come to a complete stop before adjust-ing depth of cut.NOTE: When turning the depth adjustment knob, besure to hold the handle firmly with the other hand.The cutting depth can be adjusted by turning the depthadjustment knob on the front of the tool. Turn the knobto align the pointer with your desired cutting depth onthe depth scale.123Fig.3► 1. Depth adjustment knob 2. Pointer 3. Depth scaleSwitch actionWARNING: Before installing the battery car-tridge into the tool, always check to see that theswitch trigger actuates properly and returns tothe "OFF" position when released.WARNING: NEVER defeat the lock-off buttonby taping down or some other means. A switch witha negated lock-off button may result in unintentionaloperation and serious personal injury.WARNING: NEVER use the tool if it runs when yousimply pull the switch trigger without pressing the lock-offbutton. A switch in need of repair may result in unintentionaloperation and serious personal injury. Return tool to a Makitaservice center for proper repairs BEFORE further usage.NOTICE: Do not pull the switch trigger hardwithout pressing in the lock-off button. This cancause switch breakage.To prevent the switch trigger from being accidentallypulled, the lock-off button is provided. To start the tool,depress and hold the lock-off button, and then pull theswitch trigger. Release the switch trigger to stop.1 2Fig.4► 1. Switch trigger 2. Lock-off buttonFootThe foot springs out of the rear base when you lift thetool up from work surfaces to avoid the planer bladestouching the workpiece directly. It prevents the planerblades from accidental damages when not in use.The foot springs back into the rear base whenever youplace the tool base over work surfaces.1 2 3 4Fig.5► 1. Planer blade 2. Rear base 3. Foot 4. Work surface