10Socket wrench storage12011302The socket wrench is stored as shown in the figure.When the socket wrench is needed it can be pulled out ofthe wrench holder. After using the socket wrench it canbe stored by returning it to the wrench holder.Installing or removing saw blade1011300WARNING:• Always be sure that the tool is switched off andthe battery cartridge is removed beforeinstalling or removing the blade. Accidental startup of the tool may result in serious personal injury.CAUTION:• Use only the Makita socket wrench provided toinstall or remove the blade. Failure to do so mayresult in overtightening or insufficient tightening ofthe hex bolt. This could cause an injury.Lock the handle in the raised position by pushing in thestopper pin.To remove the blade, use the socket wrench to loosenthe hex bolt holding the center cover by turning itcounterclockwise. Raise the blade guard and centercover.12 3 4003934Press the shaft lock to lock the spindle and use thesocket wrench to loosen the hex bolt clockwise. Thenremove the hex bolt, outer flange and blade.1234 5011303NOTE:• If the inner flange is removed be sure to install it onthe spindle with its protrusion facing away from theblade. If the flange is installed incorrectly theflange will rub against the machine.To install the blade, mount it carefully onto the spindle,making sure that the direction of the arrow on the surfaceof the blade matches the direction of the arrow on theblade case. Install the outer flange and hex bolt, and thenuse the socket wrench to tighten the hex bolt(left-handed) securely counterclockwise while pressingthe shaft lock.5 43210017711 2 3 4011244Return the blade guard and center cover to its originalposition. Then tighten the hex bolt clockwise to securethe center cover. Release the handle from the raisedposition by pulling the stopper pin. Lower the handle to1. Blade case2. Arrow3. Arrow4. Saw blade1. Outer flange2. Inner flange3. Spindle4. Saw blade5. Hex bolt1. Shaft lock2. Arrow3. Blade case4. Socket wrench5. Hex bolt(left-handed)1. Center cover2. Socket wrench3. Hex bolt4. Safety cover1. Stopper pin1. Wrench holder2. Pipe holder