Makita DCS553 Manuel D'instructions page 15

Rip fence (Guide rule)
Optional accessory
CAUTION:
Make sure that the rip fence is
securely installed in the correct position before
use.
Improper attachment may
dangerous kickback.
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Fig.19: 1. Rip fence (Guide rule) 2.
Clamping screw
The handy rip
you to
accurate straight cuts.
the rip
snugly against the side of the
workpiece and secure it in position with the clamping
screw on the front of the base. It also makes repeated
cuts of uniform width possible.
Lanyard (tether strap) connection
Safety warnings specific for use at height
Read all safety warnings and instructions.
Failure to follow the
instructions
in serious
1. Always keep the tool tethered when working
"at height". Maximum lanyard length is 2 m
(6.5 ft).
2. Use only with lanyards appropriate for this
tool type and rated for at least 4.0 kg (8.8 lbs).
3. Do not anchor the tool lanyard to anything on
your body or on movable components.
Anchor the tool lanyard to a rigid structure
that can withstand the forces of a dropped
tool.
4. Make sure the lanyard is properly secured at
each end prior to use.
5. Inspect the tool and lanyard before each use
for damage and proper function (including
fabric and stitching). Do not use if damaged
or not functioning properly.
6. Do not wrap lanyards around or allow them to
come in contact with sharp or rough edges.
7. Fasten the other end of the lanyard outside
the working area so that a falling tool is held
securely.
8. Attach the lanyard so that the tool will move
away from the operator if it falls. Dropped tools
will swing on
which could
or loss of balance.
9. Do not use near moving parts or running
machinery. Failure
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cause
fence allows
do extra-
Simply slide
fence up
warnings and
may result
injury.
the lanyard,
cause injury
to do
so
a
MAINTENANCE
CAUTION:
Always be sure that the tool is
switched off and the battery cartridge is removed
before attempting to perform inspection or
maintenance.
CAUTION:
Clean out the upper and lower
guards to ensure there is no accumulated metal
chips which may impede the operation of the
lower guarding system.
guarding
the
could
personal
compressed air to blow metal chips out of the
guards, wear a proper eye and breathing
protection.
CAUTION:
After each use, clean up the inside
of the dust box and wipe off the saw dust on the
tool. Fine
come
and
or
entanglement
10. Do not carry the tool by the attachment
device or the lanyard.
11. Only transfer the tool between your hands
while you are properly balanced.
12. Do not attach lanyards to the tool in a way
that keeps guards, switches or lock-offs from
operating properly.
13. Avoid getting tangled in the lanyard.
14. Keep lanyard away from the cutting area of
the tool.
15. Use multi-action and screw gate type
carabineers. Do not use single action spring
clip carabineers.
16. In the event the tool is dropped, it must be
tagged and removed from service, and should
be inspected by a Makita Factory or
Authorized Service Center.
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Fig.20:
lanyard
NOTICE:
Never use gasoline, benzine, thinner,
alcohol or the like. Discoloration, deformation or
cracks may result.
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may result in
crush or
A
system may
proper operation which
result in
injury. When using
metallic dust
inside the
cause malfunction
a fire.
hazard.
1. Hole for
(tether strap)
NOT
dirty
limit
serious
may
tool