Makita DSP600ZJ User Manual

15 ENGLISH
Switch action
WARNING: Before installing the battery car-
tridge into the tool, always check to see that the
switch trigger actuates properly and returns to
the "OFF" position when released.
WARNING: NEVER defeat the lock-off button
by taping down or some other means.Aswitchwith
anegatedlock-offbuttonmayresultinunintentional
operationandseriouspersonalinjury.
WARNING: NEVER use the tool if it runs when you
simply pull the switch trigger without pressing the lock-off
button.Aswitchinneedofrepairmayresultinunintentional
operationandseriouspersonalinjury.ReturntooltoaMakita
servicecenterforproperrepairsBEFOREfurtherusage.
Topreventtheswitchtriggerfrombeingaccidentallypulled,alock-
offbuttonisprovided.Tostartthetool,depressthelock-offbutton
and pull the switch trigger. Release the switch trigger to stop.
►Fig.19: 1. Switch trigger 2.Lock-offbutton
NOTICE: Do not pull the switch trigger hard
without pressing in the lock-off button.Thiscan
cause switch breakage.
Speed adjusting dial
Thetoolspeedcanbeadjustedbyturningtheadjusting
dial.Thespeedofthebladerotationincreasesasyou
increasethenumberonthespeedadjustingdial.
►Fig.20: 1.Speedadjustingdial
Refertothetabletoselecttheproperspeedforthe
workpiece to be cut. However, the appropriate speed
maydifferwiththetypeorthicknessoftheworkpiece.In
general, higher speeds will allow you to cut workpieces
fasterbuttheservicelifeofthebladewillbereduced.
Number Blade rotating speed per
minute (min
-1
)
1 2,500 min
-1
2 2,900min
-1
3 3,900min
-1
4 4,900min
-1
5 6,300 min
-1
CAUTION: The speed adjusting dial is not for
using low speed rated saw blades but for obtaining a
speed which is suitable to material of workpiece. Use
only saw blades which are rated for at least the maxi-
mum no load speed stated in the SPECIFICATIONS.
NOTICE: The speed adjusting dial can be turned
only as far as 5 and back to 1. Do not force it past 5 or
1, or the speed adjusting function may no longer work.
Electronic function
Thetoolsequippedwithelectronicfunctionareeasyto
operatebecauseofthefollowingfeatures.
Overload protector
Whenthetoolisoverloadedandcurrentowsabovea
certain level, the tool automatically stops to protect motor.
Constant speed control
Electronicspeedcontrolforobtainingconstantspeed.
Possibletogetnenish,becausetherotatingspeedis
kept constant even under load condition.
Soft start feature
Softstartbecauseofsuppressedstartingshock.
ASSEMBLY
CAUTION: Always be sure that the tool is
switched off and the battery cartridge is removed
before carrying out any work on the tool.
Hex wrench storage
When not in use, store the hex wrench as shown in the
guretokeepitfrombeinglost.
►Fig.21: 1. Hex wrench
Removing or installing circular saw
blade
CAUTION: Be sure the circular saw blade is
installed with teeth pointing up at the front of the
tool.
CAUTION: Use only the Makita wrench to
install or remove the circular saw blade.
Toremovethecircularsawblade:
1. Depressthelock-offbuttonandlowerthehandle
alittle.Turnthelockingleverandlowerthehandleuntil
thelockpintsinthehole.
►Fig.22: 1.Lock-offbutton2. Locking lever 3. Lock
pin 4.Holeforlockpin
2. Presstheshaftlockfullysothatthebladecannot
revolve and use the hex wrench to loosen the hex bolt.
►Fig.23: 1.Shaftlock2. Hex wrench 3.Tighten
4. Loosen
3. Removethehexbolt,outerange,andcircular
saw blade.
►Fig.24: 1. Hex bolt 2.Outerange3.Innerange
4. Circular saw blade
WARNING: If the inner ange is removed, be
sure to install it on the spindle. When installing,
choose a correct side on which protrusion ts
into the saw blade hole perfectly. Mounting the
blade on the wrong side can result in the dangerous
vibration.
Toinstallthecircularsawblade,followtheremoval
procedureinreverse.Depressthelock-offbuttonto
releasethelockpinfromthehole.
WARNING: BE SURE TO TIGHTEN THE HEX
BOLT SECURELY. Also be careful not to tighten
the bolt forcibly. Slipping your hand from the hex
wrench can cause a personal injury.

Makita DSP600ZJ Specifications

General

Soft start	Yes
Product color	Black, Blue
Built-in light	-
Suitable for materials	Metal, Wood
Power protection features	Overload
Blade diameter	165 mm
Idle speed (max)	6300 RPM
Idle speed (min)	2500 RPM
Cutting depth (45º)	40 mm
Cutting depth (90º)	56 mm
Power source	Battery
Battery voltage	18 V

Weight and Dimensions

Width	346 mm
Weight	5100 g