Makita XWL01 Instruction Manual

7 ENGLISHSwitch actionWARNING: Before installing the battery car-tridge into the tool, always check to see that theswitch trigger actuates properly and returns tothe "OFF" position when released.12► 1. Lock-off button 2. Switch triggerTo 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.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.NOTICE: Do not pull the switch trigger hardwithout pressing in the lock-off button. This cancause switch breakage.Load status indicatorThe load status indicator shows the level of the load onthe motor during cutting operation. As the load on themotor increases, the number of lighting lamp increases.1► 1. Load status indicatorOverload alertIf the motor is operated with excessive load, all lamps ofthe load status indicator will blink. In this case, reducethe load on the motor. If you continue to load the motorwhile the load status indicator is blinking, the tool willautomatically stops in a few seconds due to overloadprotection.NOTE: If an excessive load is generated at once, thetool automatically stops without blinking of the loadstatus indicator.Interval between vise and guideplateCAUTION: After adjusting the intervalbetween the vise and the guide plate, makesure that the guide plate is properly secured.Insufficient fixing may result in personal injury.The following interval settings of the vise are available:• 0 - 170 mm (0″- 6-11/16″) (original setting)• 35 - 205 mm (1-3/8″- 8-1/16″)• 70 - 240 mm (2-3/4″- 9-7/16″)If your work requires different setting, proceed as fol-lows to change the spacing or interval.Loosen the screw on the guide plate. Move the guideplate to the desired position then tighten the screw.1 2► 1. Screw 2. Guide plateCutting angle adjustmentCAUTION: After adjusting the angle of theguide plate, make sure that the guide plate isproperly secured. Insufficient fixing may result inpersonal injury.CAUTION: Do not operate the tool whenthe material is not firmly secured with the visebecause of the cutting angle.