48. Hold the tool firmly with both hands.9. Keep hands away from rotating parts.10. Before using the tool on an actual workpiece,let it run for a while. Watch for vibration orwobbling that could indicate poor installationor a poorly balanced blade.11. Make sure the blade is not contacting theworkpiece before the switch is turned on.12. Wait until the blade attains full speed beforecutting.13. Always switch off and wait for the blades tocome to a complete stop before any adjusting.14. Never stick your finger into the chip chute.Chute may jam when cutting damp wood.Clean out chips with a stick.15. Do not leave the tool running. Operate the toolonly when hand-held.16. Always change both blades or covers on thedrum, otherwise the resulting imbalance willcause vibration and shorten tool life.17. Use only Makita blades specified in thismanual.18. Always use the correct dust mask/respiratorfor the material and application you areworking with.SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.WARNING:DO NOT let comfort or familiarity with product(gained from repeated use) replace strict adherenceto safety rules for the subject product.MISUSE or failure to follow the safety rules stated inthis instruction manual may cause serious personalinjury.FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTIONCAUTION:• Always be sure that the tool is switched off andunplugged before adjusting or checking function onthe tool.Adjusting depth of cut004839Depth of cut may be adjusted by simply turning the knobon the front of the tool.Switch action1004840CAUTION:• Before plugging in the tool, always check to seethat the switch trigger actuates properly and returnsto the "OFF" position when released.For tool without lock button and lock-off buttonTo start the tool, simply pull the switch trigger. Releasethe switch trigger to stop.For tool with lock buttonTo start the tool, simply pull the switch trigger. Releasethe switch trigger to stop.For continuous operation, pull the switch trigger and thenpush in the lock button.To stop the tool from the locked position, pull the switchtrigger fully, then release it.For tool with lock-off buttonTo prevent the switch trigger from being accidentallypulled, a lock-off button is provided. To start the tool,press the lock-off button and pull the switch trigger.Release the switch trigger to stop.1. Lock button /Lock-off button2. Switch trigger