Work Helpers - Makita 2704 Manuel D'instructions

To secure the rip fence, pivot fully the knob on the
fence holder.
2) To slide the rip fence on the guide rail sideways, return
the knob on the fence holder fully without pulling the
lever on the knob.
3) To remove it, pull the lever on the knob and pivot the
knob fully forward while pulling the lever.
To check to be sure that the rip fence is parallel with the
blade, secure the rip fence 2 - 3 mm from the blade. Raise
the blade up to maximum elevation. Mark one of the blade
teeth with a crayon. Measure the distance (A) and (B)
between the rip fence and blade. Take both
measurements using the tooth marked with the crayon.
These two measurements should be identical. If the rip
fence is not parallel with the blade, proceed as follows:
(Fig. 29 & 30)
1. Position the rip fence in the sliding position.
2. Loosen the two hex bolts on the rip fence with the hex
wrench provided.
3. Adjust the rip fence until it becomes parallel with the
blade.
4. Pivot down the knob on the rip fence toward the
operator.
5. Tighten the two hex bolts on the rip fence. (Fig. 31)
CAUTION:
• Be sure to adjust the rip fence so that it is parallel with
the blade, or a dangerous kickback condition may
occur.
When the rip fence cannot be secured solidly, adjust it
according to the following procedure.
(1) Set the rip fence on the table and then pivot the knob
on the half way of its travel (moving position). Tighten
the screw (A) until the rip fence is immobilized. Then
loosen a 1/4 to 1/2 turn. (Fig. 32 & 33)
(2) Tighten the screw (B) fully and then loosen about 2 full
revolutions.
(3) Lock the rip fence by fully pivoting the knob on the
fence holder (lock position).
(4) Make sure that the rip fence can be installed and
removed in the original position (released position).
(5) Make sure that the rip fence can be slid smoothly with
no wobble when the knob is on half way of its travel.
CAUTION:
• Be careful not to tighten screws with more than
tightening amount specified in the above instructions.
Failure to do so may damage the fastened parts.
Bring the rip fence up flush against the side of the blade.
Make sure that the guideline on the fence holder points to
the 0 graduation. If the guideline does not point to the 0
graduation, loosen the screw on the scale plate and adjust
the scale plate. (Fig. 34)
Connecting to vacuum cleaner
Cleaner operations can be performed by connecting the
tool to Makita vacuum cleaner or dust collector. (Fig. 35)
OPERATION
CAUTION:
• Always use "work helpers" such as push sticks and
push blocks when there is a danger that your hands or
fingers will come close to the blade.
• Always hold the workpiece firmly with the table and the
rip fence or miter gauge. Do not bend or twist it while
feeding. If the workpiece is bent or twisted, dangerous
kickbacks may occur.
• NEVER withdraw the workpiece while the blade is
running. If you must withdraw the workpiece before
completing a cut, first switch the tool off while holding
the workpiece firmly. Wait until the blade has come to a
complete stop before withdrawing the workpiece.
Failure to do so may cause dangerous kickbacks.
• NEVER remove cut-off material while the blade is
running.
• NEVER place your hands or fingers in the path of the
saw blade. Be especially careful with bevel cuts.
• Always secure the rip fence firmly, or dangerous
kickbacks may occur.
• Always use "work helpers" such as push sticks and
push blocks when cutting small or narrow workpieces.

Work helpers

Push sticks, push blocks or auxiliary fence are types of
"work helpers". Use them to make safe, sure cuts without
the need for the operator to contact the blade with any
part of the body.
Push block (Fig. 36)
Use a 19 mm piece of plywood.
Handle should be in center of plywood piece. Fasten with
glue and wood screws as shown. Small piece 9.5 mm x
8 mm x 50 mm of wood must always be glued to plywood
to keep the blade from dulling if the operator cuts into
push block by mistake. (Never use nails in push block.)
Auxiliary fence (Fig. 37)
Make auxiliary fence from 9.5 mm and 19 mm plywood
pieces.
Wood facing (rip fence) (Fig. 38)
A wood facing should be used for operations when the
blade comes close to the rip fence. Wood facing for the rip
fence should be the same size as the rip fence. Make sure
the bottom of facing is flush with the table surface.
Ripping
CAUTION:
• When ripping, remove the miter gauge from the table.
• When cutting long or large workpieces, always provide
adequate support behind the table. DO NOT allow a
long board to move or shift on the table. This will cause
the blade to bind and increase the possibility of
kickback and personal injury. The support should be at
the same height as the table.
1. Adjust the depth of cut a bit higher than the thickness
of the workpiece. (Fig. 39)
2. Position the rip fence to the desired width of rip and
lock in place by pivoting the grip. Before ripping, make
sure the rear end of the rip fence is secured firmly. If it
is not secured enough, follow the procedures in the
section titled "Installing and adjusting rip fence".
3. Turn the tool on and gently feed the workpiece into the
blade along with the rip fence.
(1) When the width of rip is 150 mm and wider,
carefully use your right hand to feed the
workpiece. Use your left hand to hold the
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