Circular Saw - Makita New Zealand
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1. If saw is dropped lower guard may be bent restricting full return Do not use blades which are deformed or cracked Do not use blades made of high speed steel Do not stop the blades by lateral pressure on the saw blade Keep Blades Clean and Sharp Sharp blades minimize stalling and kickback DANGER Keep Hands Away From Cutting Area Keep hands away from blades Don t reach underneath work while blade is rotating Don t attempt to remove cut material when blade is moving CAUTION Blades coast after turn off Support Large Panels Fig 1 amp 2 Large panels must be supported as shown in Fig 1 to minimize the risk of blade pinching and kickback When cutting operation requires the resting of the saw on the workpiece the saw shall be rested on the larger portion and the smaller piece cut off Fig 1 To avoid kickback do support board or panel near the cut ENBO36 4 10 Fig 2 Do not support board or panel away from the cut 9 Use Rip Fence Always use a fence or straight edge guide when ripping Guard Against Kickback Fig 1 amp 3 Kickback occurs when the saw stalls rapidly and is driven back towards the operator Release switch immediately if blade binds or saw stalls Keep blades sharp Support large panels as shown in Fig 1 Use fence or straight edge guide when ripping Don t force tool Stay alert exercise control Don t remove saw from work during a cut while the b2. dusty Connect dust extraction equipment If devices are provided for the connection of dust extraction and collection facilities ensure these are connected and properly used Do not abuse the cord Never carry the tool by the cord or yank it to discon nect it from the socket Keep the cord away from heat oil and sharp edges Secure work Use clamps or a vice to hold the work It is safer than using your hand and it frees both hands to operate the tool Do not overreach Keep proper footing and balance at all times Maintain tools with care Keep cutting tools sharp and clean for better and safer performance Follow instructions for lubrica 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 ENA001 2 tion and changing accessories Inspect tool cord periodically and if damaged have it repaired by an authorized service facility Inspect extension cords periodically and replace if damaged Keep handles dry clean and free from oil and grease Disconnect tools When not in use before servicing and when chang ing accessories such as blades bits and cutters Remove adjusting keys and wrenches Form the habit of checking to see that keys and adjusting wrenches are removed from the tool before turning it on Avoid unintentional starting Do not carry a plugged in tool with a finger on the switch Ensure switch is off when plugging in Use outdoor extension leads When tool is used outdoors use only extension cords i
3. HSITMON3 Taa kita Circular Saw MODEL 5903 005447 DOUBLE INSULATION INSTRUCTION MANUAL A WARNING For your personal safety READ and UNDERSTAND before using SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE SPECIFICATIONS Model 5903 Blade diameter 235 mm at 90 85 mm Max cutting depth at 45 64 mm No load speed min 4 500 Overall length 400 mm Net weight 6 7 kg Safety class E 1 Due to our continuing programme of research and development the specifications herein are subject to change without notice e Note Specifications may differ from country to country SYMBOLS END201 1 The following show the symbols used for the tool Be sure that you understand their meaning before use 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 Power supply The tool should be connected only to a power supply of 1 DOUBLE INSULATION the same voltage as indicated on the nameplate and can only be operated on single phase AC supply They are double insulated in accordance with European Standard and can therefore also be used from sockets without earth wire Read instruction manual SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS A WARNING When using electric tools basic safety precautions including the following should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire electric sh
4. e the hex wrench to loosen the hex bolt counterclockwise Then remove the hex bolt outer flange and blade To install the blade follow the removal procedure in reverse BE SURE TO TIGHTEN THE HEX BOLT CLOCKWISE SECURELY When changing blade make sure to also clean upper and lower blade guards of accumulated sawdust Such efforts do not however replace the need to check lower guard operation before each use A CAUTION Be sure to move the tool forward in a straight line gently Forcing or twisting the tool will result in overheating the motor and dangerous kickback possibly causing severe injury Hold the tool firmly The tool is provided with both a front grip and rear handle Use both to best grasp the tool If both hands are holding saw they cannot be cut by the blade Set the base on the workpiece to be cut without the blade making any contact 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 Doing so may bind the blade and lead to dangerous kickback and possible serious injury Release switch wait for blade to stop and then withdraw tool Realign tool on new cut line and start c
5. lade is moving NEVER place your hand or fingers behind the saw If kickback occurs the saw could easily jump backwards over your hand possibly caus ing severe injury 11 12 13 Fig 3 Lower guard should be retracted manually only for special cuts such as Compound Cuts Raise lower guard by Retracting Lever As soon as blade enters the material lower guard must be released For all other sawing the lower guard should operate automatically Adjustments Before cutting be sure depth and bevel adjust ments are tight Use Only Correct Blades In Mounting Don t use blades with incorrect size holes Never use defective or incorrect blade washers or bolts 14 15 Avoid Cutting Nails Inspect for and remove all nails from lumber before cutting When operating the saw keep the cord away from the cutting area and position it so that it will not be caught on the workpiece during the cutting operation Operate with proper hand support proper workpiece support and supply cord routing away from the work area WARNING It is important to support the workpiece properly and to hold the saw firmly to prevent loss of control which could cause personal injury Fig 4 illustrates typical hand support of the saw 17 Fig 6 Never attempt to saw with the circular saw held upside down in a vise This is extremely danger ous and can lead to serious accidents Fig 7 Fig 4 A typical illustrati
6. ng Loosen the clamping screws in front and back and tilt the tool to the desired angle for bevel cuts 0 45 Secure the clamping screws tightly in front and back after making the adjustment Sighting For straight cuts align the A position on the front of the base with your cutting line For 45 bevel cuts align the B position with it Switch action ZA CAUTION e Before plugging in the tool always check to see that the switch trigger actuates properly and returns to the OFF position when released 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 trig ger Release the switch trigger to stop ASSEMBLY 1 Hex wrench 2 Shaft lock 1 Hex socket head bolt 2 Outer flange 3 Saw blade 4 Inner flange OPERATION 005450 005451 005424 Z CAUTION e Always be sure that the tool is switched off and unplugged before carrying out any work on the tool Removing or installing saw blade A CAUTION Do not use saw blades which do not comply with the characteristics specified in these instructions Be sure the blade is installed with teeth pointing up at the front of the tool e Use only the Makita wrench to install or remove the blade Never depress the shaft lock while the saw is running To remove the blade press the shaft lock fully so that the blade cannot revolve and us
7. ntended for outdoor use Stay alert Watch what you are doing Use common sense Do not operate tool when you are tired Check damaged parts Before further use of the tool a guard or other part that is damaged should be carefully checked to determine that it will operate properly and perform its intended function Check for alignment of moving parts free running of moving parts breakage of parts mounting and any other conditions that may affect its operation A guard or other part that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced by an authorized service center unless otherwise indicated in this instruction manual Have defective switches replaced by an authorized service facility Do not use the tool if the switch does not turn it on and off Warning The use of any accessory or attachment other than those recommended in this instruction manual or the catalog may present a risk of personal injury Have your tool repaired by a qualified person This electric tool is in accordance with the relevant safety requirements Repairs should only be carried out by qualified persons using original spare parts otherwise this may result in considerable danger to the user ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES FOR TOOL Wear hearing protection Keep Guards In Place and In Working Order Never wedge or tie lower guard open Check operation of lower guard before each use Don t use if lower guard does not close briskly over saw blade CAUTION
8. ock and personal injury Read all these instructions before operating this product and save these instructions For safe operations 1 10 11 12 13 14 Keep work area clean Cluttered areas and benches invite injuries Consider work area environment Do not expose power tools to rain Do not use power tools in damp or wet locations Keep work area well lit Do not use power tools where there is risk to cause fire or explosion Guard against electric shock Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded sur faces e g pipes radiators ranges refrigerators Keep children away Do not let visitors touch the tool or extension cord All visitors should be kept away from work area Store idle tools When not in use tools should be stored in a dry high or locked up place out of reach of children Do not force the tool It will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was intended Use the right tool Do not force small tools or attachments to do the job of a heavy duty tool Do not use tools for purposes not intended for example do not use circular saws to cut tree limbs or logs Dress properly Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery they can be caught in moving parts Rubber gloves and non skid footwear are recommended when working outdoors Wear protecting hair covering to contain long hair Use safety glasses and hearing protection Also use face or dust mask if the cutting operation is
9. on of proper hand support workpiece support and supply cord routing 16 Place the wider portion of the saw base on that part of the workpiece which is solidly sup ported not on the section that will fall off when the cut is made As example Fig 5 illustrates the RIGHT way to cut off the end of a board and Fig 6 the WRONG way If the workpiece is short or small clamp it down DON T TRY TO HOLD SHORT PIECES BY HAND Fig 6 SAVE THESE INSTRUCTION 18 19 20 Fig 7 Before setting the tool down after completing a cut be sure that the lower telescoping guard has closed and the blade has come to a com plete stop Using manufacturer data Ensure that the diameter thickness and other characteristics of the saw blade are suitable for the tool Ensure that the saw blade is suitable for the spindle speed of the tool Do not use any abrasive wheel FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION 005448 1 Lever 005422 005395 1 Top guide 2 Base 005398 1 Lock off button 2 Switch trigger Z CAUTION e Always be sure that the tool is switched off and unplugged before adjusting or checking function on the tool Adjusting depth of cut ZA CAUTION e After adjusting the depth of cut always tighten the lever securely Loosen the lever on the depth guide and move the base up or down At the desired depth of cut secure the base by tightening the lever Bevel cutti
10. sk of injury to persons Only use accessory or attachment for its stated purpose If you need any assistance for more details regarding these accessories ask your local Makita service center Saw blades e Hex wrench e Rip fence Guide rule Joint Memo 10 Memo Makita Corporation 883868B071
11. ut again Attempt to avoid positioning which exposes operator to chips and wood dust being ejected from saw Use eye protection to help avoid injury 005425 MAINTENANCE En 1 Limit mark 1 Screwdriver 2 Brush holder cap Rip fence Guide rule The handy rip fence allows you to do extra accurate straight cuts Simply slide the rip fence up snugly against the side of the workpiece and secure it in posi tion with the screw on the front of the base It also makes repeated cuts of uni form width possible A CAUTION e Always be sure that the tool is switched off and unplugged before attempting to perform inspection or maintenance Replacing carbon brushes Remove and check the carbon brushes regularly Replace when they wear down to the limit mark Keep the carbon brushes clean and free to slip in the holders Both carbon brushes should be replaced at the same time Use only identical carbon brushes Use a screwdriver to remove the brush holder caps Take out the worn carbon brushes insert the new ones and secure the brush holder caps To maintain product SAFETY and RELIABILITY repairs any other mainte nance or adjustment should be performed by Makita Authorized Service Cent ers always using Makita replacement parts ACCESSORIES Z CAUTION These accessories or attachments are recommended for use with your Makita tool specified in this manual The use of any other accessories or attachments might present a ri
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