This part is an OEM from the Makita manufacturer. The knob 20 is composed of durable plastic, and is compatible with many compound miter saws. The knob is fitted onto the rod 16, and locks the blade in place. This part is sold individually. A screwdriver may be helpful in making the repair.
Install o ring on stopper pin then lightly lubricate with petroleum jelly. Then insert pin into housing with threaded end protruding from the left side of the housing. After insertion screw on knob and hand tighten. Test by lowering saw to lowest position and pushing the knob inward and releasing the saw handle. The saw should remain i
... Read moren the lowered position. Next push down on the saw handle while pulling the knob. Once the knob is moved to the outward position the saw should tilt to the up position without any resistance. If so the project is complete.
1- Removed saw blade 2- Removed 4 screws mounting motor to blade housing 4- Removed screws from pistil grip housing 3- Removed old wire 4- striped white and black wire and crimped new terminals to fit switch connections 5- Assembled parts in reverse from steps 3 to 1. Before fastening blade guard I replaced knob and o-ring to hold down fo
... Read morer transport. Leaf spring for detent is one p2 screw to replace. My 20 year old miter saw is like new again.
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