Makita MT240 User Manual
Portable Cut-Off
MODEL MT240
DOUBLE
INSULATION
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
WARNING:
For your personal safety, READ and UNDERSTAND before using.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
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SPECIFICATIONS
Model MT240
Wheel diameter 355 mm
Hole diameter 25.4 mm
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No load speed (min
Dimensions (L x W x H) 500 mm x 280 mm x 620 mm
Net weight 15.9 kg
Safety class
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• Manufacturer reserves the right to change specifications without notice.
• Specifications may differ from country to country.
SYMBOLS
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The following show the symbols used for the
tool. Be sure that you understand their
meaning before use.
...............Read instruction manual.
Intended use
The tool is intended for cutting in masonry
and ferrous materials with appropriate abrasive cut-off wheel.
Power supply
The tool should be connected only to a
...............DOUBLE INSULATION
power supply of the same voltage as indicated on the nameplate, and can only be
operated on single-phase AC supply. They
are double-insulated in accordance with
..............Only for EU countries
European Standard and can, therefore, also
be used from sockets without earth wire.
Do not dispose of electric
equipment together with
household waste material!
In observance of European
Directive 2002/96/EC on
waste electric and electronic
equipment and its implementation in accordance with
national law, electric equipment that have reached the
end of their life must be collected separately and
returned to an environmen-
For public low-voltage distribution
systems of between 220 V and 250 V.
Switching operations of electric apparatus
cause voltage fluctuations. The operation of
this device under unfavorable mains conditions can have adverse effects to the operation of other equipment. With a mains
impedance equal or less than 0.31 Ohms it
can be presumed that there will be no negative effects. The mains socket used for this
device must be protected with a fuse or protective circuit breaker having slow tripping
characteristics.
tally compatible recycling
facility.
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For European countries only
Noise and Vibration
The typical A-weighted noise levels are
sound pressure level: 98 dB (A)
sound power level: 111 dB (A)
following standards of standardized documents, EN61029, EN55014, EN61000 in
accordance with Council Directives, 73/23/
EEC, 89/336/EEC, 98/37/EC.
Yasuhiko Kanzaki CE 2002
– Wear ear protection. –
The typical weighted root mean square
acceleration value is not more than 2.5 m/s
EC-DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
We declare under our sole responsibility
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MAKITA INTERNATIONAL EUROPE LTD.
Michigan Drive, Tongwell, Milton Keynes,
Bucks MK15 8JD, ENGLAND
Director
that this product is in compliance with the
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ENA001-2
WARNING:
When using electric tools, basic safety precautions, including
the following, should always be followed to reduce the risk of
fire, electric shock and personal injury. Read all these
instructions before operating this product and save these
instructions.
For safe operations:
1. Keep work area clean.
Cluttered areas and benches invite injuries.
2. Consider work area environment.
Do not expose power tools to rain. Do not use
power tools in damp or wet locations. Keep
work area well lit. Do not use power tools
where there is risk to cause fire or explosion.
3. Guard against electric shock.
Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded
surfaces(e.g. pipes, radiators, ranges, refrigerators).
4. Keep children away.
Do not let visitors touch the tool or extension
cord. All visitors should be kept away from
work area.
5. Store idle tools.
When not in use, tools should be stored in a
dry, high or locked up place, out of reach of
children.
6. Do not force the tool.
It will do the job better and safer at the rate for
which it was intended.
7. Use the right tool.
Do not force small tools or attachments to do
the job of a heavy duty tool. Do not use tools
for purposes not intended; for example, do
not use circular saws to cut tree limbs or logs.
8. Dress properly.
Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery, they
can be caught in moving parts. Rubber
gloves and non-skid footwear are recommended when working outdoors. Wear protecting hair covering to contain long hair.
9. Use safety glasses and hearing protection.
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Also use face or dust mask if the cutting operation is dusty.
10. Connect dust extraction equipment.
If devices are provided for the connection of
dust extraction and collection facilities ensure
these are connected and properly used.
11. Do not abuse the cord.
Never carry the tool by the cord or yank it to
disconnect it from the socket. Keep the cord
away from heat, oil and sharp edges.
12. Secure work.
Use clamps or a vice to hold the work. It is
safer than using your hand and it frees both
hands to operate the tool.
13. Do not overreach.
Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
14. Maintain tools with care.
Keep cutting tools sharp and clean for better
and safer performance. Follow instructions
for lubrication and changing accessories.
Inspect tool cord periodically and if damaged
have it repaired by an authorized service
facility. Inspect extension cords periodically
and replace, if damaged. Keep handles dry,
clean and free from oil and grease.
15. Disconnect tools.
When not in use, before servicing and when
changing accessories such as blades, bits
and cutters.
16. Remove adjusting keys and wrenches.
Form the habit of checking to see that keys
and adjusting wrenches are removed from
the tool before turning it on.
17. Avoid unintentional starting.
Do not carry a plugged-in tool with a finger on
the switch. Ensure switch is off when plugging in.
18. Use outdoor extension leads.
When tool is used outdoors, use only extension cords intended for outdoor use.
19. Stay alert.
Watch what you are doing. Use common
sense. Do not operate tool when you are
tired.
20. Check damaged parts.
Before further use of the tool, a guard or
other part that is damaged should be carefully checked to determine that it will operate
properly and perform its intended function.
Check for alignment of moving parts, free
running of moving parts, breakage of parts,
mounting and any other conditions that may
affect its operation. A guard or other part that
is damaged should be properly repaired or
replaced by an authorized service center
unless otherwise indicated in this instruction
manual. Have defective switches replaced by
an authorized service facility. Do not use the
tool if the switch does not turn it on and off.
21. Warning.
The use of any accessory or attachment,
other than those recommended in this
instruction manual or the catalog, may
present a risk of personal injury.
22. Have your tool repaired by a qualified person.
This electric tool is in accordance with the relevant safety requirements. Repairs should
only be carried out by qualified persons using
original spare parts, otherwise this may result
in considerable danger to the user.
ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES FOR TOOL ENB066-1
1. Wear protective glasses. Also wear hearing protection during extended periods of
operation.
2. Use only wheels recommended by the
manufacturer which have a maximum
operating speed at least as high as “No
Load RPM” marked on the tool’s nameplate. Use only fiberglass-reinforced cutoff wheels.
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