MAKITA HS009G (02) PDF Document

The specifications for the MAKITA HS009G are as follows:

Due to a continuing program of research and development, these specifications are subject to change without notice. Specifications and battery cartridge may differ from country to country. The weight may differ depending on the attachment(s), including the battery cartridge.

The applicable battery cartridges and chargers for the MAKITA HS009G are:

Only use the battery cartridges and chargers listed. Use of any other battery cartridges and chargers may cause injury and/or fire. Some of the listed battery cartridges and chargers may not be available depending on your region.

The MAKITA HS009G tool is intended for performing lengthways and crossways straight cuts and miter cuts with angles in wood while in firm contact with the workpiece. With appropriate Makita genuine saw blades, other materials can also be sawed.

Noise:
The typical A-weighted noise level determined according to EN62841-2-5 is:

Sound pressure level (LpA): 94 dB(A)

Sound power level (LWA): 105 dB (A)

Uncertainty (K): 3 dB(A)

Always wear ear protection.

Vibration:
The vibration total value (tri-axial vector sum) determined according to EN62841-2-5 is:

Work mode: cutting wood
Vibration emission (ah,W): 2.5 m/s² or less
Uncertainty (K): 1.5 m/s²

Work mode: cutting metal
Vibration emission (ah,M): 2.5 m/s² or less
Uncertainty (K): 1.5 m/s²

Follow these procedures for safe cutting:

1. DANGER: Keep hands away from the cutting area and the blade. Keep your second hand on the auxiliary handle or motor housing. If both hands are holding the saw, they cannot be cut by the blade.

2. Do not reach underneath the workpiece. The guard cannot protect you from the blade below the workpiece.

3. Adjust the cutting depth to the thickness of the workpiece. Less than a full tooth of the blade teeth should be visible below the workpiece.

4. Secure the workpiece to a stable platform. Never hold the workpiece in your hands or across your leg while cutting. Proper support is important to minimize body exposure, blade binding, or loss of control.

5. Hold the MAKITA HS009G by its insulated gripping surfaces, especially when the cutting tool may contact hidden wiring.

6. When ripping, always use a rip fence or straight edge guide to improve accuracy and reduce blade binding.

7. Always use blades with the correct size and shape of arbour holes. Blades that do not match the saw’s mounting hardware will run off-centre.

8. Never use damaged or incorrect blade washers or bolts.

Kickback is a sudden reaction to a pinched, jammed, or misaligned saw blade, causing the saw to lift up and out of the workpiece. To avoid it, take these precautions:

1. Maintain a firm grip with both hands on the saw and position your arms to resist kickback forces. Position your body to either side of the blade, but not in line with it.

2. When the blade is binding, or when interrupting a cut, release the trigger and hold the saw motionless until the blade stops completely. Never attempt to remove the saw or pull it backward while the blade is in motion.

3. When restarting the saw in a workpiece, centre the saw blade in the kerf so the saw teeth are not engaged in the material.

4. Support large panels to minimize the risk of blade pinching and kickback. Place supports under the panel on both sides, near the cut line and near the panel’s edge.

5. Do not use dull or damaged blades.

6. Ensure blade depth and bevel adjusting locking levers are tight and secure before cutting.

7. Use extra caution when sawing into existing walls or other blind areas.

8. ALWAYS hold the tool firmly with both hands. NEVER place your hand, leg, or any body part under the tool base or behind the saw.

9. Never force the saw. Push it forward at a speed so that the blade cuts without slowing.

Proper lower guard function is critical for safety. Follow these steps to check it:

1. Check for proper closing before each use. Do not operate the saw if the lower guard does not move freely and close instantly. Never clamp or tie the lower guard open.

2. Check the operation of the lower guard spring. If the guard and spring are not operating properly, they must be serviced before use. A sluggish guard may be due to damaged parts, gummy deposits, or debris buildup.

3. The lower guard should only be retracted manually for special cuts like “plunge cuts” and “compound cuts”. Raise it with the retracting handle and release it as soon as the blade enters the material.

4. Always observe that the lower guard is covering the blade before placing the saw down. An unprotected, coasting blade can cause the saw to walk backwards.

5. To check the lower guard, open it by hand, then release and watch it close. Check that the retracting handle does not touch the tool housing. An exposed blade is very dangerous.

Always switch off the tool before installing or removing the battery cartridge. Hold the tool and battery cartridge firmly during this process.

To remove the battery cartridge: Slide it from the tool while sliding the button on the front of the cartridge.

To install the battery cartridge: Align the tongue on the battery cartridge with the groove in the housing and slide it into place. Insert it all the way until it locks in place with a small click. If you can see the red indicator on top of the button, it is not locked completely. Always install the battery cartridge fully until the red indicator cannot be seen.

Press the check button on the battery cartridge to indicate the remaining battery capacity. The indicator lamps will light up for a few seconds. The meaning of the indicator lamps is as follows:

Note that the indication may differ slightly from the actual capacity depending on use conditions and ambient temperature. The first (far left) indicator lamp will blink when the battery protection system works.

Adjusting depth of cut:

1. Loosen the lever on the depth guide and move the base up or down.

2. At the desired depth of cut, secure the base by tightening the lever.

For cleaner, safer cuts, set the depth so that no more than one blade tooth projects below the workpiece. After adjusting, always tighten the lever securely.

Bevel cutting:

1. Loosen the clamping screws.

2. Set the desired angle by tilting the base accordingly, then tighten the clamping screws securely.

The positive stopper is useful for quickly setting angles like 22.5°, 45°, or 60°. For -1° bevel cutting, loosen the clamping screws and press the levers toward the direction of the arrow shown in the figures, then set the angle and tighten the screws.

Always ensure the tool is switched off and the battery cartridge is removed. Be sure the blade is installed with teeth pointing up at the front of the tool. Use only the Makita wrench for this procedure.

1. Loosen the lever on the depth guide and move the base down.

2. Press the shaft lock fully so that the blade cannot revolve.

3. Use the hex wrench to loosen the hex bolt counterclockwise.

4. Remove the outer flange and circular saw blade.

5. To install, follow the removal procedure in reverse. Install the inner flange, ring (if applicable), circular saw blade, outer flange, and hex bolt. Align the arrow on the blade with the arrow on the tool.

6. Press the shaft lock fully and use the hex wrench to securely tighten the hex bolt clockwise.

1. Wear a dust mask during cutting operations.

2. Be sure to move the tool forward in a straight line gently. Forcing or twisting the tool will result in overheating and dangerous kickback.

3. Hold the tool firmly with both the front grip and rear handle.

4. Set the base on the workpiece to be cut without the circular saw blade making any contact.

5. Turn the tool on and wait until the blade attains full speed.

6. Move the tool forward over the workpiece surface, keeping it flat and advancing smoothly until sawing is completed.

7. To get clean cuts, keep your sawing line straight and your speed of advance uniform.

Note: If the lower guard does not move easily when making miter cuts, use the retracting lever to raise it for starting the cut and release it as soon as the blade enters the material.

The wireless activation function allows the saw to automatically run a connected, supported vacuum cleaner. You will need the MAKITA HS009G, a wireless unit (optional accessory), and a supported vacuum cleaner.

1. Installing the wireless unit:

– Place the tool on a flat, stable surface.

– Open the lid on the tool.

– Insert the wireless unit into the slot and close the lid, ensuring it is in the correct direction and the lid is fully closed.

2. Tool registration for the vacuum cleaner:

– Install batteries in both the vacuum cleaner and the tool.

– Set the stand-by switch on the vacuum cleaner to “AUTO”.

– Press the wireless activation button on the vacuum cleaner for 3 seconds until the lamp blinks green. Then, press the wireless activation button on the tool in the same way.

– If successful, the lamps will light up in green for 2 seconds and then blink in blue.

3. Starting the wireless activation function:

– After registration, install the wireless unit into the tool.

– Connect the vacuum cleaner hose to the tool.

– Set the vacuum’s stand-by switch to “AUTO”.

– Briefly push the wireless activation button on the tool. The lamp will blink in blue.

– Pull the tool’s switch trigger. The vacuum cleaner should run while the trigger is pulled. To stop wireless activation, push the wireless activation button on the tool again.

The wireless activation lamp indicates the status of the function. Refer to the table below:

To cancel the tool registration for the vacuum cleaner, follow these steps:

1. Install the batteries into the vacuum cleaner and the MAKITA HS009G tool.

2. Set the stand-by switch on the vacuum cleaner to “AUTO”.

3. Press the wireless activation button on the vacuum cleaner for 6 seconds. The wireless activation lamp will blink in green and then turn red.

4. After that, press the wireless activation button on the tool in the same way.

If the cancellation is successful, the wireless activation lamps will light up in red for 2 seconds and then start blinking in blue.

If the wireless activation lamp does not light/blink, check the following:

• Probable cause: The wireless unit is not installed or is improperly installed.
Remedy: Install the wireless unit correctly.

• Probable cause: The terminal of the wireless unit and/or the slot is dirty.
Remedy: Gently wipe off dust and dirt from the terminal and clean the slot.

• Probable cause: The wireless activation button on the tool has not been pushed.
Remedy: Push the wireless activation button on the tool briefly.

• Probable cause: The stand-by switch on the vacuum cleaner is not set to “AUTO”.
Remedy: Set the stand-by switch on the vacuum cleaner to “AUTO”.

• Probable cause: No power supply.
Remedy: Supply power to the tool and the vacuum cleaner.

If you cannot finish or cancel tool registration, try these solutions:

• Ensure the wireless unit is installed correctly.

• Clean the terminal of the wireless unit and the slot on the tool.

• Set the stand-by switch on the vacuum cleaner to “AUTO”.

• Ensure both the tool and vacuum cleaner have power.

• Push the wireless activation button briefly and perform the registration/cancellation procedures again.

• Move the tool and vacuum cleaner closer together (max distance is approx. 10m).

• Do not pull the switch trigger or turn on the vacuum cleaner’s power button during the registration process.

• Perform the registration procedures for both the tool and vacuum cleaner at the same time.

• Keep the tool and vacuum away from appliances like Wi-Fi devices and microwaves.

If the vacuum cleaner does not run along with the tool’s switch, check the following:

• Install the wireless unit correctly.

• Clean the terminal of the wireless unit and/or the slot.

• Push the wireless activation button on the tool briefly and make sure the lamp is blinking blue.

• Set the stand-by switch on the vacuum cleaner to “AUTO”.

• If more than 10 tools are registered, perform the tool registration again. The earliest registered tool will be automatically cancelled.

• If the vacuum cleaner erased all tool registrations, perform the registration again.

• Ensure there is a power supply.

• Move the tool and vacuum cleaner closer to each other.

• Keep the tool and vacuum away from appliances generating high-intensity radio waves (e.g., Wi-Fi, microwaves).

This may happen if other users are using the wireless activation of the same vacuum cleaner with their tools. To resolve this, turn off the wireless activation button of the other tools or cancel the tool registration of the other tools.

Always ensure the tool is switched off and the battery cartridge is removed before maintenance. Do not use gasoline, benzine, thinner, alcohol, or the like.

• General Cleaning: After each use, wipe off saw dust from the tool. Clean out the upper and lower guards to ensure there is no accumulated sawdust, which may impede the lower guarding system. The most effective way is with compressed air, using proper eye and breathing protection.

• Repairs: To maintain product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs and any other maintenance or adjustment should be performed by Makita Authorized or Factory Service Centers, always using Makita replacement parts.

This adjustment is made at the factory, but if it is off, you can adjust it.

1. Loosen the clamping screws on the front and rear of the tool. If adjusting for 45°, set the positive stopper to the 45° position.

2. Using a triangular rule (or square rule for 0°), make the base perpendicular or 45° to the circular saw blade by turning the adjusting screw with a hex wrench.

3. Tighten the clamping screws and then make a test cut to check if the desired angle is obtained.

These accessories or attachments are recommended for use with your MAKITA HS009G. For assistance, ask your local Makita Service Center.

• Circular saw blade

• Sub base

• Guide rail

• Bevel guide

• Clamp

• Sheet

• Rubber sheet

• Position sheet

• Hex wrench

• Front cuff 24

• Wireless unit

• Makita genuine battery and charger

Some items in the list may be included in the tool package as standard accessories and may differ from country to country.