10WARNING:• 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.Electric brakeThis tool is equipped with an electric blade brake. If the toolconsistently fails to quickly stop blade after switch triggerrelease, have tool serviced at a Makita service center.The blade brake system is not a substitute for blade guard.NEVER USE TOOL WITHOUT A FUNCTIONING BLADEGUARD. SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY CAN RESULT.ASSEMBLY CAUTION:• Always be sure that the tool is switched off andunplugged before carrying out any work on the tool.Installing or removing saw bladeCAUTION:• Always be sure that the tool is switched off andunplugged before installing or removing the blade.• Use only the Makita socket wrench provided to install orremove the blade. Failure to do so may result inovertightening or insufficient tightening of the hex bolt.This could cause an injury.