11CAUTION:• When tilting the saw blade, be sure to raise the handlefully.• After changing the bevel angle, always secure the armby tightening the lever clockwise.• When changing bevel angles, be sure to position the kerfboards appropriately as explained in the “Positioning kerfboards” section.Switch actionCAUTION:• Before plugging in the tool, always check to see that theswitch trigger actuates properly and returns to the “OFF”position when released.• When not using the tool, remove the lock-off button andstore it in a secure place. This prevents unauthorizedoperation.• Do not pull the switch trigger hard without pressing in thelock-off button. This can cause switch breakage.To prevent the switch trigger from being accidentally pulled, alock-off button is provided. To start the tool, press in the lock-off button and pull the switch trigger. Release the switch trig-ger to stop.WARNING:• NEVER use tool without a fully operative switch trigger.Any tool with an inoperative switch is HIGHLYDANGEROUS and must be repaired before furtherusage.• For your safety, this tool is equipped with a lock-offbutton which prevents the tool from unintended starting.NEVER use the tool if it runs when you simply pull theswitch trigger without pressing the lock-off button.Return tool to a Makita service center for proper repairsBEFORE further usage.• NEVER tape down or defeat purpose and function oflock-off button.1. Arm2. Lever3. Pointer4. Bevel scale123 40015431. Lock-off button2. Handle3. Switch trigger213001551