User manual MAKITA RBC421

[. . . ] secure the workpiece to stable platform. It is important to support the work properly to minimize body exposure, blade binding, or loss of control. Intended use The tool is intended for performing lengthways and crossways straight cuts and mitre cuts with angles in wood while in firm contact with the workpiece. ENF002-2 A typical illustration of proper hand support, workpiece support, and supply cord routing (if applicable). [. . . ] NEVER place your hand or fingers behind the saw. If kickback occurs, the saw could easily jump backwards over your hand, leading to serious personal injury. To avoid kickback, do support board or panel near the cut. Do not support board or panel away from the cut. €¢ Blade depth and bevel adjusting locking levers must be tight and secure before making cut. If blade adjustment shifts while cutting, it may cause binding and kickback. Push the saw forward at a speed so that the blade cuts without slowing. Forcing the saw can cause uneven cuts, loss of accuracy, and possible kickback. Use extra caution when cutting damp wood, pressure treated lumber, or wood containing knots. Adjust speed of cut to maintain smooth advancement of tool without decrease in blade speed. Do not attempt to remove cut material when blade is moving. To prevent the switch trigger from being accidentally pulled, a lock-off button is provided. To start the tool, push in the lock-off button and pull the switch trigger. For Model RBC421 only Soft start because of suppressed starting shock. Some material contains chemicals which may be toxic. Take caution to prevent dust inhalation and skin contact. Do not stop the blades by lateral pressure on the saw blade. Always use blades recommended in this manual. ASSEMBLY CAUTION: • Always be sure that the tool is switched off and unplugged before carrying out any work on the tool. To remove hex wrench, rotate it toward yourself and pull it out. To install hex wrench, place it on the handle and turn it until it comes into contact with the protrusion on the handle. MAINTENANCE CAUTION: • Always be sure that the tool is switched off and unplugged before attempting to perform inspection or maintenance. [. . . ] Then turn the tool on and wait until the blade attains full speed. Now simply move the tool forward over the workpiece surface, keeping it flat and advancing smoothly until the sawing is completed. To get clean cuts, keep your sawing line straight and your speed of advance uniform. If the cut fails to properly follow your intended cut line, do not attempt to turn or force the tool back to the cut line. [. . . ]