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poor installation or a poorly balanced
blade.
8.
Make sure the blade is not contacting the
workpiece before the switch is turned on.
9.
Wait until the blade attains full speed
before cutting.
10.
Keep at least 200 mm (8”) away from the
tool at all times.
11.
Always switch off and wait for the blades
to come to a complete stop before any
adjusting.
12.
Never stick your finger into the chip chute.
Chute may jam when cutting damp wood.
Clean out chips with a stick.
13.
Do not leave the tool running. Operate the
tool only when hand-held.
14.
When leaving the planer, switch off and
set it with the front base up on a wooden
block, so that the blades do not contact
anything.
15.
Always change both blades or covers on
the drum, otherwise the resulting imbal-
ance will cause vibration and shorten tool
life.
16.
Wait for complete run-down before putting
the tool aside.
17.
Use only Makita blades specified in this
manual.
18.
Some material contains chemicals which
may be toxic. Take caution to prevent dust
inhalation and skin contact. Follow mate-
rial supplier safety data.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING:
MISUSE or failure to follow the safety rules stated in this
instruction manual may cause serious personal injury.