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SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. Circular Saw Equipped with Electric Blade Brake 415 mm (16 - 5/16") MODEL 5402NA 001963 INSTRUCTION MANUAL WARNING: For your personal safety, READ and UNDERSTAND before using. www.makitatools.com
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. Circular Saw Equipped with Electric Blade Brake 415 mm (16 - 5/16") MODEL 5402NA 001963 INSTRUCTION MANUAL WARNING: For your personal safety, READ and UNDERSTAND before using. www.makitatools.com
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SPECIFICATIONS Model Blade diameter Max. GENERAL SAFETY RULES USA001-2 (For All Tools) WARNING: Read and understand all codes and ordinances. Grounded tools must be plugged into an outlet ... away while operating a power tool. Check with all instructions. cutting capacities at 90° at 45° No load speed (RPM) Overall length Net weight 5402NA 415 mm (16-5/16") 158 mm (6-3/16") 106 mm (4-3/16") 2,200/min. 616 mm (24-1/4") 13.0 kg (28.7 lbs) • Manufacturer reserves the right to...
SPECIFICATIONS Model Blade diameter Max. GENERAL SAFETY RULES USA001-2 (For All Tools) WARNING: Read and understand all codes and ordinances. Grounded tools must be plugged into an outlet ... away while operating a power tool. Check with all instructions. cutting capacities at 90° at 45° No load speed (RPM) Overall length Net weight 5402NA 415 mm (16-5/16") 158 mm (6-3/16") 106 mm (4-3/16") 2,200/min. 616 mm (24-1/4") 13.0 kg (28.7 lbs) • Manufacturer reserves the right to...
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... the next heavier gage. Follow instructions in doubt, use only identical replacement parts. If in the Maintenance section of Grounded Outlet Box Fig. Adapter Grounding Blade Fig. C
... the next heavier gage. Follow instructions in doubt, use only identical replacement parts. If in the Maintenance section of Grounded Outlet Box Fig. Adapter Grounding Blade Fig. C
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...they must be cut . Do not attempt to serious personal injury. 3. Never clamp or tie the lower guard into the open lower guard by the blade. If saw safety rules. Always use a rip fence or straight edge guide. Check the operation and condition of cut by hand, then release and watch...with a "live" wire will cause the saw if lower guard does not move freely and close instantly. round) arbor holes. Keep your leg. Leaving blade exposed is important to support the work properly to see that the lower guard is released. 6. Be aware of control. 7. If both hands are ...
...they must be cut . Do not attempt to serious personal injury. 3. Never clamp or tie the lower guard into the open lower guard by the blade. If saw safety rules. Always use a rip fence or straight edge guide. Check the operation and condition of cut by hand, then release and watch...with a "live" wire will cause the saw if lower guard does not move freely and close instantly. round) arbor holes. Keep your leg. Leaving blade exposed is important to support the work properly to see that the lower guard is released. 6. Be aware of control. 7. If both hands are ...
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... kickback. If saw motionless in motion or KICKBACK may cause binding and KICKBACK. Gum and wood pitch hardened on both sides, near the line of blade pinching and KICKBACK. Investigate and take corrective actions to minimize the risk of cut . Fig. 1 To avoid kickback, do support board or panel near... in the kerf and check that can be rested on the workpiece, the saw on the larger portion and the smaller piece cut . If blade adjustment shifts while cutting, it with both hands. Never attempt to resist KICKBACK forces. NEVER place your body and arm to allow you to ...
... kickback. If saw motionless in motion or KICKBACK may cause binding and KICKBACK. Gum and wood pitch hardened on both sides, near the line of blade pinching and KICKBACK. Investigate and take corrective actions to minimize the risk of cut . Fig. 1 To avoid kickback, do support board or panel near... in the kerf and check that can be rested on the workpiece, the saw on the larger portion and the smaller piece cut . If blade adjustment shifts while cutting, it with both hands. Never attempt to resist KICKBACK forces. NEVER place your body and arm to allow you to ...
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... are tight. 14. Place the wider portion of the saw , keep the cord away from the cutting area and position it so that the blade cuts without decrease in a vise. As examples, Fig. 5 illustrates the RIGHT way to prevent loss of control which is solidly supported, not ...Fig. 4 illustrates typical hand support of accuracy, and possible kickback. Fig. 3 Never force the saw forward at a speed so that it down in blade speed. 13. When operating the saw base on the workpiece during the cutting operation. Never attempt to serious personal injury. The tool is made. could...
... are tight. 14. Place the wider portion of the saw , keep the cord away from the cutting area and position it so that the blade cuts without decrease in a vise. As examples, Fig. 5 illustrates the RIGHT way to prevent loss of control which is solidly supported, not ...Fig. 4 illustrates typical hand support of accuracy, and possible kickback. Fig. 3 Never force the saw forward at a speed so that it down in blade speed. 13. When operating the saw base on the workpiece during the cutting operation. Never attempt to serious personal injury. The tool is made. could...
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...data. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: MISUSE or failure to stop . 19. Some material contains chemicals which may cause serious personal injury. WARNING: Blade coasts to follow the safety rules stated in this instruction manual may be sure that the lower (telescoping) guard has closed and the... blade has come to prevent dust inhalation and skin contact. V volts A amperes Hz hertz alternating current n no load speed .../min revolutions or reciprocation ...
...data. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: MISUSE or failure to stop . 19. Some material contains chemicals which may cause serious personal injury. WARNING: Blade coasts to follow the safety rules stated in this instruction manual may be sure that the lower (telescoping) guard has closed and the... blade has come to prevent dust inhalation and skin contact. V volts A amperes Hz hertz alternating current n no load speed .../min revolutions or reciprocation ...
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...then 2 tighten the lever and the clamping screw securely. 3 1. Lever 3. Lock 3. To lock the lock lever, push it down . When you replace a saw blade, release the lock lever. 3 9 For cleaner, safer cuts, set cut , always tighten the lever securely. Release 2. Loosen the lever on the tool. 1 1.... Clamp screw 2. To release the lock lever, turn it 90° clockwise. Lock lever 001966 Blade steady device In general way, use the lock lever by setting it in locked position. Lever 001964 Adjusting depth of cut CAUTION: • ...
...then 2 tighten the lever and the clamping screw securely. 3 1. Lever 3. Lock 3. To lock the lock lever, push it down . When you replace a saw blade, release the lock lever. 3 9 For cleaner, safer cuts, set cut , always tighten the lever securely. Release 2. Loosen the lever on the tool. 1 1.... Clamp screw 2. To release the lock lever, turn it 90° clockwise. Lock lever 001966 Blade steady device In general way, use the lock lever by setting it in locked position. Lever 001964 Adjusting depth of cut CAUTION: • ...
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... switch trigger release, have tool serviced at the front of the tool. • Use only the Makita wrench to install or remove the blade. CAUTION: • Always be sure that the 2 switch trigger actuates properly and returns to the "OFF" position when released. Electric brake This tool is not a ...substitute for lower guard. 001967 Sighting For straight cuts, align the A position on the tool. 001969 Removing or installing saw blade 1 CAUTION: • Be sure the blade is installed with teeth pointing up at a Makita service center.
... switch trigger release, have tool serviced at the front of the tool. • Use only the Makita wrench to install or remove the blade. CAUTION: • Always be sure that the 2 switch trigger actuates properly and returns to the "OFF" position when released. Electric brake This tool is not a ...substitute for lower guard. 001967 Sighting For straight cuts, align the A position on the tool. 001969 Removing or installing saw blade 1 CAUTION: • Be sure the blade is installed with teeth pointing up at a Makita service center.
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...however, replace the need to loosen the hex bolt counterclockwise. Mounting the blade on the other. Outer flange 5. Outer flange 3. Saw blade 001970 3 4 To remove the blade, press the shaft lock so that the blade cannot revolve and use the wrench to check lower guard operation before each...1 2 3 4 2 1. The side with 25.4 mm (1") diameter is marked by "25.4". Blade 5 2. Inner flange 4. Then remove the hex bolt, outer flange and blade. 12 1. Hex bolt 2. Inner flange 4. After installing the blade, lock the lock lever. CAUTION: • The inner flange has a 25 mm (63/64") ...
...however, replace the need to loosen the hex bolt counterclockwise. Mounting the blade on the other. Outer flange 5. Outer flange 3. Saw blade 001970 3 4 To remove the blade, press the shaft lock so that the blade cannot revolve and use the wrench to check lower guard operation before each...1 2 3 4 2 1. The side with 25.4 mm (1") diameter is marked by "25.4". Blade 5 2. Inner flange 4. Then remove the hex bolt, outer flange and blade. 12 1. Hex bolt 2. Inner flange 4. After installing the blade, lock the lock lever. CAUTION: • The inner flange has a 25 mm (63/64") ...
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... your speed of it into the lever. Use eye protection to chips and wood dust being ejected from saw , they cannot be cut by the blade. Then remove the hex wrench. 2 1 001974 To store the hex wrench, insert the longer side of advance uniform. Now simply move the tool forward in... the shorter side of it out with both to move the tool forward over the workpiece surface, keeping it flat and advancing smoothly until the blade attains full speed. OPERATION 1 3 1. Front grip 3. Base CAUTION: • Be sure to best grasp the tool. Use both a front grip and rear handle. If the...
... your speed of it into the lever. Use eye protection to chips and wood dust being ejected from saw , they cannot be cut by the blade. Then remove the hex wrench. 2 1 001974 To store the hex wrench, insert the longer side of advance uniform. Now simply move the tool forward in... the shorter side of it out with both to move the tool forward over the workpiece surface, keeping it flat and advancing smoothly until the blade attains full speed. OPERATION 1 3 1. Front grip 3. Base CAUTION: • Be sure to best grasp the tool. Use both a front grip and rear handle. If the...
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... inspection or maintenance. 001977 Adjusting for accuracy of 90° cut (vertical cut) 1 2 This adjustment has been made at the factory. Trianglar rule 2. ing the blade with the screw on the front of uniform width possible. Adjusting screw 2. 1 2 1. Clamp screw 2. MAINTENANCE CAUTION: • Always be sure that the tool is off...
... inspection or maintenance. 001977 Adjusting for accuracy of 90° cut (vertical cut) 1 2 This adjustment has been made at the factory. Trianglar rule 2. ing the blade with the screw on the front of uniform width possible. Adjusting screw 2. 1 2 1. Clamp screw 2. MAINTENANCE CAUTION: • Always be sure that the tool is off...
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...If electric brake is not working well, ask your local Makita service center. • Steel & Carbide-tipped saw blades Combination Crosscutting Rip-cutting General purpose blade for fast and smooth rip, crosscuts and miters. Only use with your Makita tool specified in this manual. Large teeth for its ...repairs, any other accessories or attachments might present a risk of any assistance for more details regarding these accessories, ask your local Makita service center for about 10 minutes. Replace when they wear down to persons. Both carbon brushes should be replaced at the ...
...If electric brake is not working well, ask your local Makita service center. • Steel & Carbide-tipped saw blades Combination Crosscutting Rip-cutting General purpose blade for fast and smooth rip, crosscuts and miters. Only use with your Makita tool specified in this manual. Large teeth for its ...repairs, any other accessories or attachments might present a risk of any assistance for more details regarding these accessories, ask your local Makita service center for about 10 minutes. Replace when they wear down to persons. Both carbon brushes should be replaced at the ...
Parts Breakdown
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... ARMATURE ASSY, 5402NA BAFFLE PLATE, 5402NA COVER PLATE, 5402NA TAPPING SCREW 4X12,5477NB INDICATION LABEL, 5402NA STOPPER PIN, 5402NA COMPRESSION SPRING 16, 5402NA LOCK LEVER, 5402NA TAPPING SCREW 4X20, 9046 RUBBER CUSHION, 5402NA H.S.H. BOLT M8X25 STOPPER PLATE, 5402NA P.H. SCREW M4X10, 4301BV LEVER 98, 5402NA C.S.N. SCREW M4X25, 5057KB P.H. SCREW M4X28, JR3000V P.H. S. H. BOLT M6X20, 5402NA HEX. SCREW M4X8, 2708 N/A BLADE CASE,5402NA BLADE CASE, 5402NA TAPPING SCREW...
... ARMATURE ASSY, 5402NA BAFFLE PLATE, 5402NA COVER PLATE, 5402NA TAPPING SCREW 4X12,5477NB INDICATION LABEL, 5402NA STOPPER PIN, 5402NA COMPRESSION SPRING 16, 5402NA LOCK LEVER, 5402NA TAPPING SCREW 4X20, 9046 RUBBER CUSHION, 5402NA H.S.H. BOLT M8X25 STOPPER PLATE, 5402NA P.H. SCREW M4X10, 4301BV LEVER 98, 5402NA C.S.N. SCREW M4X25, 5057KB P.H. SCREW M4X28, JR3000V P.H. S. H. BOLT M6X20, 5402NA HEX. SCREW M4X8, 2708 N/A BLADE CASE,5402NA BLADE CASE, 5402NA TAPPING SCREW...
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...-203, LS1211 1 82 194991-6 CARBON BRUSH SET CB-203, LS1211 1 83 643700-5 BRUSH HOLDER CAP, GA7021 2 84 911263-2 P.H. BLADE,32T,16-5/16, 5402A 1 1,003 783204-6 HEX WRENCH 6, 3705, HR5000 1 1,004 194701-1 SAW STORAGE HOLDER, 5402NA 1 5,001 810156-9 N/A 1 Page 3 of 3 8/18/2010 WASHER 8, 5037NB 1 60 252624-0 KNOB M6, 5007NB 1 61 942151-2 SPRING WASHER...
...-203, LS1211 1 82 194991-6 CARBON BRUSH SET CB-203, LS1211 1 83 643700-5 BRUSH HOLDER CAP, GA7021 2 84 911263-2 P.H. BLADE,32T,16-5/16, 5402A 1 1,003 783204-6 HEX WRENCH 6, 3705, HR5000 1 1,004 194701-1 SAW STORAGE HOLDER, 5402NA 1 5,001 810156-9 N/A 1 Page 3 of 3 8/18/2010 WASHER 8, 5037NB 1 60 252624-0 KNOB M6, 5007NB 1 61 942151-2 SPRING WASHER...