9 ENGLISHAdjusting the bevel angle1► 1. Lever12 3► 1. Lever 2. Bevel scale 3. PointerTo adjust the bevel angle, loosen the lever at the rear ofthe tool counterclockwise.Push the handle to the left to tilt the saw blade until thepointer points to the desired angle on the bevel scale.Then tighten the lever clockwise firmly to secure thearm.CAUTION:• When tilting the saw blade, be sure to raise thehandle fully.• After changing the bevel angle, always securethe arm by tightening the lever clockwise.Switch actionWARNING: Before plugging in the tool,always check to see that the switch trigger actu-ates properly and returns to the "OFF" positionwhen released. Do not pull the switch trigger hardwithout pressing in the lock-off button. This cancause switch breakage. Operating a tool with aswitch that does not actuate properly can lead to lossof control and serious personal injury.WARNING: NEVER use tool without a fullyoperative switch trigger. Any tool with an inoper-ative switch is HIGHLY DANGEROUS and must berepaired before further usage or serious personalinjury may occur.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 whenyou simply pull the switch trigger without press-ing the lock-off button. A switch in need of repairmay result in unintentional operation and seriouspersonal injury. Return tool to a Makita service centerfor proper repairs BEFORE further usage.2 3 1► 1. Switch trigger 2. Lock-off button 3. Hole forpadlockTo prevent the switch trigger from being accidentallypulled, a lock-off button is provided. To start the tool,press in the lock-off button and pull the switch trigger.Release the switch trigger to stop.A hole is provided in the switch trigger for insertion of apadlock to lock the tool off.WARNING: Do not use a lock with a shankor cable any smaller than 6.35 mm in diameter. Asmaller shank or cable may not properly lock the toolin the off position and unintentional operation mayoccur resulting in serious personal injury.