10The socket wrench is stored as shown in the figure.When using the socket wrench, pull it out of the wrenchholder. After using the socket wrench, return it to thewrench holder.Installing or removing saw bladeCAUTION:• Always be sure that the tool is switched off andunplugged before installing or removing the blade.• Use only the Makita socket wrench provided toinstall or remove the blade. Failure to do so mayresult in overtightening or insufficient tightening ofthe hex bolt. This could cause an injury.Lock the handle in the raised position by pushing in thestopper pin.1009483To remove the blade, use the socket wrench to loosenthe hex bolt holding the center cover by turning itcounterclockwise. Raise the blade guard and centercover.12 34009497Press the shaft lock to lock the spindle and use thesocket wrench to loosen the hex bolt clockwise. Thenremove the hex bolt, outer flange and blade.123009498NOTE:• When inner flange is removed mistakenly, be sureto install it on the spindle with its protrusion facingthe spindle.• Before mounting the blade onto the spindle,always be sure that the correct ring for the arborhole of the blade you intend to use is installedbetween the inner and outer flanges.To install the blade, mount it carefully onto the spindle,making sure that the direction of the arrow on thesurface of the blade matches the direction of the arrowon the blade case.Install the outer flange and hex bolt, and then use thesocket wrench to tighten the hex bolt (left-handed)securely counterclockwise while pressing the shaft lock.1 23 40095001 2 34 560099251. Hex bolt2. Outer flange3. Saw blade4. Inner flange5. Spindle6. Ring1. Arrow2. Arrow3. Blade case4. Saw blade1. Shaft lock2. Blade case3. Hex bolt1. Center cover2. Socket wrench3. Hex bolt4. Blade guard1. Stopper pin