Makita M3700 Instruction Manual

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8 ENGLISHSave all warnings and instruc-tions for future reference.The term "power tool" in the warnings refers to yourmains-operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated(cordless) power tool.Trimmer safety warnings1. Hold power tool by insulated gripping sur-faces, because the cutter may contact its owncord. Cutting a "live" wire may make exposedmetal parts of the power tool "live" and shock theoperator.2. Use clamps or another practical way to secureand support the workpiece to a stable plat-form. Holding the work by your hand or againstthe body leaves it unstable and may lead to loss ofcontrol.3. Wear hearing protection during extendedperiod of operation.4. Handle the trimmer bits very carefully.5. Check the trimmer bit carefully for cracks ordamage before operation. Replace cracked ordamaged bit immediately.6. Avoid cutting nails. Inspect for and remove allnails from the workpiece before operation.7. Hold the tool firmly.8. Keep hands away from rotating parts.9. Make sure the trimmer bit is not contacting theworkpiece before the switch is turned on.10. Before using the tool on an actual workpiece,let it run for a while. Watch for vibration orwobbling that could indicate improperlyinstalled bit.11. Be careful of the trimmer bit rotating directionand the feed direction.12. Do not leave the tool running. Operate the toolonly when hand-held.13. Always switch off and wait for the trimmer bitto come to a complete stop before removingthe tool from workpiece.14. Do not touch the trimmer bit immediately afteroperation; it may be extremely hot and couldburn your skin.15. Do not smear the tool base carelessly withthinner, gasoline, oil or the like. They maycause cracks in the tool base.16. Use trimmer bits of the correct shank diametersuitable for the speed of the tool.17. Some material contains chemicals which maybe toxic. Take caution to prevent dust inhala-tion and skin contact. Follow material suppliersafety data.18. Always use the correct dust mask/respiratorfor the material and application you are work-ing with.SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.WARNING: DO NOT let comfort or familiaritywith product (gained from repeated use) replacestrict adherence to safety rules for the subjectproduct. MISUSE or failure to follow the safetyrules stated in this instruction manual may causeserious personal injury.FUNCTIONALDESCRIPTIONCAUTION: Always be sure that the tool isswitched off and unplugged before adjusting orchecking function on the tool.Adjusting trimmer bit protrusionTo adjust the bit protrusion, loosen the clamping screwand move the tool base up or down as desired. Afteradjusting, tighten the clamping screw firmly to securethe tool base.► Fig.1: 1. Base 2. Scale 3. Bit protrusion 4. ClampingscrewSwitch actionCAUTION: Before plugging in the tool, alwaysbe sure that the tool is switched off.To start the tool, move the switch lever to the I position.To stop the tool, move the switch lever to the O position.► Fig.2: 1. Switch leverASSEMBLYCAUTION: Always be sure that the tool isswitched off and unplugged before carrying outany work on the tool.Installing or removing trimmer bitCAUTION: Do not tighten the collet nut withoutinserting a trimmer bit, or the collet cone will break.CAUTION: Use only the wrenches provided withthe tool.Insert the trimmer bit all the way into the collet cone andtighten the collet nut securely with the two wrenches.To remove the bit, follow the installation procedure inreverse.► Fig.3: 1. Loosen 2. Tighten 3. Hold