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Circular Saw
Equipped with Electric Blade Brake
260 mm (10-1/4”)
MODEL 5201NA
INSTR U CTION MANU AL
WARNING:
For your personal safety, READ and UNDERSTAND before using.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
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SPECIFICATIONS Model 5201NA Blade diameter 260 mm (10-1/4”) at 90° 97 mm (3-3/4”) Max. Cutting depth at 45° 64 mm (2-1/2”) No load speed (RPM) 3,700/min. Overall length 445 mm (17-1/2”) Net weight 8.3 kg (18.3 lbs) • Manufacturer reserves the right to change specifications without notice. Specifications may differ from country to country. GENERAL SAFETY RULES USA001-2 (For All Tools) WARNING: Read and understand all instructions. Failure to follow all instructions listed below, may result in e
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11. Avoid accidental starting. Be sure switch Electrical Safety is off before plugging in. Carrying tools with 4. Grounded tools must be plugged into an your finger on the switch or plugging in tools outlet properly installed and grounded in that have the switch on invites accidents. accordance with all codes and ordi- 12.Remove adjusting keys or wrenches nances. Never remove the grounding before turning the tool on. A wrench or a prong or modify the plug in any way. Do key that is left attached
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21. Check for misalignment or binding of SERVICE moving parts, breakage of parts, and any 23. Tool service must be performed only by other condition that may affect the tools qualified repair personnel. Service or main- operation. If damaged, have the tool ser- tenance performed by unqualified personnel viced before using. Many accidents are could result in a risk of injury. caused by poorly maintained tools. 24. When servicing a tool, use only identical 22. Use only accessories that are recom-
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An adapter Fig. “B” and “C” is available for connecting Fig. “A” type plugs to two-prong receptacles. The green-colored rigid ear, lug, etc., extending from the adapter must be con- nected to a permanent ground, such as a properly grounded outlet box. Adapter Grounding Means Cover of Grounded Grounding Outlet Box Blade Fig. A Fig. B Fig. C SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES USB008-5 DO NOT let comfort or familiarity with product (gained from repeated use) replace strict adherence to circular saw safety rule
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3. Check the operation and condition of the 11. Causes and Operator Prevention of Kick- lower guard spring. If the guard and the back: spring are not operating properly, they Kickback is a sudden reaction to a pinched, must be serviced before use. Lower guard bound or misaligned saw blade, causing an may operate sluggishly due to damaged uncontrolled saw to lift up and out of the parts, gummy deposits, or a buildup of debris. workpiece toward the operator. When the blade is pinched or bound tigh
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the resting of the saw on the workpiece, the could easily jump backwards over your hand, saw should be rested on the larger portion leading to serious personal injury. and the smaller piece cut off. Fig. 3 Fig. 1 To avoid kickback, do support board or Never force the saw. Forcing the saw can panel near the cut. cause uneven cuts, loss of accuracy, and possible kickback. Push the saw forward at a speed so that the blade cuts without slow- ing. 12. Use extra caution when cutting damp wood, pressu
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could cause personal injury. Fig. 4 illus- trates typical hand support of the saw. Fig. 6 17. Never attempt to saw with the circular saw Fig. 4 A typical illustration of proper hand held upside down in a vise. This is support, workpiece support, and supply extremely dangerous and can lead to seri- cord routing. ous accidents. 16. Place the wider portion of the saw base on that part of the workpiece which is solidly supported, not on the section that will fall off when the cut is made. As examp
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FUNCTIONAL CAUTION: DESCRIPTION Always be sure that the tool is switched off and unplugged before adjusting or checking function on the tool. 001347 Adjusting depth of cut CAUTION: After adjusting the depth of cut, always tighten the lever securely. Loosen the lever on the depth guide and move the base up 1 or down. At the desired depth of cut, secure the base by tightening the lever. 1. Lock lever For cleaner, safer cuts, set cut depth so that no more than one blade tooth projects below wo
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001403 Switch action 1 CAUTION: 2 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- 1. Lock-off button off button and pull the switch trigger. Release the switch trig- 2. Switch trigger ger to stop. Electric brake This tool is equipped with an electric blade brake. If the tool
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001441 To install the blade, follow the removal procedure in reverse. BE SURE TO TIGHTEN THE HEX BOLT CLOCKWISE 12 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 opera- 3 4 tion before each use. 1. Hex bolt 2. Saw blade 3. Outer flange 4. Inner flange OPERATION CAUTION: Be sure to move the tool forward in a straight line gently. Forcing or twisting the tool will resu
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MAINTENANCE CAUTION: Always be sure that the tool is switched off and unplugged before attempting to perform inspection or maintenance. 001145 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 iden- tical carbon brushes. 1 1. Limit mark 001522 Use a screwdriver to remove the brush holder caps. Take
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First-Class Postage Required Post Office will not deliver without proper postage. Makita U.S.A., Inc. 14930 Northam Street La Mirada, CA 90638-5753 Fold 13 Cut
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MAIL THIS PORTION Your answers to the following questions are appreciated. 1. This product was purchased from: 3. How did you learn about this product: Home Center Other ( ) Magazine Radio Hardware/Lumber Store From Dealer Exhibition Tool Distributor Newspaper From Friend Industrial Supply Store Display Previous Usage Construction Supply Catalog Other ( ) 2. Use of the product is intended for: 4. Most favored points are: Construction Trade Design Repair Se
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WARNING Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction activities contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some examples of these chemicals are: lead from lead-based paints, crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products, and arsenic and chromium from chemically-treated lumber. Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on how often you do this type of
