12To prevent a long board from wobbling, fit the mitergauge with an auxiliary fence board. Fasten withbolts/nuts after drilling holes, but fasteners must notprotrude from the face board.Carrying tool009044Make sure that the tool is unplugged.Carry the tool by holding the tool part shown in thefigure.CAUTION:• Always secure all moving portions before carryingthe tool.• Always make sure that the blade guard is installedin place before the carrying the tool.MAINTENANCECAUTION:• Always be sure that the tool is switched off andunplugged before attempting to perform inspectionor maintenance.CleaningClean out sawdust and chips from time to time. Carefullyclean the blade guard and moving parts inside the tablesaw.LubricationTo keep the table saw in tip-top running condition, and toassure maximum service life, oil or grease the movingparts and rotating parts from time to time.Lubrication places:• Threaded shaft to elevate the blade• Hinge to rotate the frame• Elevation guide shafts on motor• Gear to elevate the bladeReplacing carbon brushes007834Remove and check the carbon brushes regularly.Replace when they wear down to 3 mm (1/8") in length.Keep the carbon brushes clean and free to slip in theholders. Both carbon brushes should be replaced at thesame time. Use only identical carbon brushes.Use a screwdriver to remove the brush holder caps. Toreplace the carbon brushes, remove the blade guardand blade and then loosen the lock lever, tilt the sawhead and secure it at 45° bevel angle. Carefully lay thetool on itself backward. Then loosen the brush holdercap. Remove the worn carbon brushes, insert the newones and secure the brush holder caps.1 2006173To maintain product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs,any other maintenance or adjustment should beperformed by Makita Authorized or Factory ServiceCenters, always using Makita replacement parts.ACCESSORIESCAUTION:• These accessories or attachments arerecommended for use with your Makita toolspecified in this manual. The use of any otheraccessories or attachments might present a risk ofinjury to persons. Only use accessory orattachment for its stated purpose.If you need any assistance for more details regardingthese accessories, ask your local Makita Service Center.• Rip fence• Miter gauge• Wrench 24• Hex wrench 51. Brush holdercap2. Screwdriver