Makita Saw LS1040 User Manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL  
Compound Miter Saw  
LS1040  
LS1040S  
001854  
DOUBLE INSULATION  
WARNING:  
For your personal safety, READ and UNDERSTAND before using.  
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.  
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a fuse or protective circuit breaker having slow tripping  
characteristics.  
The technical documentation is kept by our authorised  
representative in Europe who is:  
Makita International Europe Ltd,  
Michigan, Drive, Tongwell,  
For Model LS1040,LS1040S  
Milton Keynes, MK15 8JD, England  
ENG102-3  
Noise  
30th January 2009  
The typical A-weighted noise level determined according  
to EN61029:  
Sound pressure level (LpA) : 93 dB(A)  
Sound power level (LWA) : 106 dB(A)  
Uncertainty (K) : 3 dB(A)  
000230  
Tomoyasu Kato  
Director  
Makita Corporation  
3-11-8, Sumiyoshi-cho,  
Anjo, Aichi, JAPAN  
Wear ear protection  
ENG238-1  
Vibration  
The vibration emission value determined according to  
EN61029 :  
ENA001-2  
Vibration emission (ah) : 2.5 m/s2 or less  
Uncertainty (K) : 1.5 m/s2  
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS  
ENG901-1  
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.  
The declared vibration emission value has been  
measured in accordance with the standard test  
method and may be used for comparing one tool  
with another.  
The declared vibration emission value may also be  
used in a preliminary assessment of exposure.  
For safe operations:  
1.  
Keep work area clean.  
Cluttered areas and benches invite injuries.  
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.  
WARNING:  
The vibration emission during actual use of the  
power tool can differ from the declared emission  
value depending on the ways in which the tool is  
used.  
Be sure to identify safety measures to protect the  
operator that are based on an estimation of  
exposure in the actual conditions of use (taking  
account of all parts of the operating cycle such as  
the times when the tool is switched off and when it  
is running idle in addition to the trigger time).  
2.  
3.  
Guard against electric shock.  
Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded  
surfaces  
refrigerators).  
Keep children away.  
(e.g.  
pipes,  
radiators,  
ranges,  
4.  
5.  
6.  
7.  
Do not let visitors touch the tool or extension cord.  
All visitors should be kept away from work area.  
Store idle tools.  
When not in use, tools should be stored in a dry,  
high or locked up place, out of reach of children.  
Do not force the tool.  
It will do the job better and safer at the rate for  
which it was intended.  
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.  
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  
ENH003-11  
For European countries only  
EC Declaration of Conformity  
We Makita Corporation as the responsible  
manufacturer declare that the following Makita  
machine(s):  
Designation of Machine:  
Compound Miter Saw  
Model No./ Type: LS1040,LS1040S  
are of series production and  
Conforms to the following European Directives:  
98/37/EC until 28th December 2009 and then with  
2006/42/EC from 29th December 2009  
And are manufactured in accordance with the following  
standards or standardised documents:  
EN61029  
8.  
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working outdoors. Wear protecting hair covering  
to contain long hair.  
Use safety glasses and hearing protection.  
Also use face or dust mask if the cutting operation  
is dusty.  
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.  
9.  
21. Warning.  
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.  
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.  
11. Do not abuse the cord.  
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.  
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.  
ENB034-3  
13. Do not overreach.  
Keep proper footing and balance at all times.  
14. Maintain tools with care.  
ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES  
FOR TOOL  
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.  
1.  
2.  
Wear eye protection.  
Keep hands out of path of saw blade. Avoid  
contact with any coasting blade. It can still  
cause severe injury.  
3.  
Do not operate saw without guards in place.  
Check blade guard for proper closing before  
each use. Do not operate saw if blade guard  
does not move freely and close instantly.  
Never clamp or tie the blade guard into the  
open position.  
When not in use, before servicing and when  
changing accessories such as blades, bits and  
cutters.  
4.  
Do not perform any operation freehand. The  
workpiece must be secured firmly against the turn  
base and guide fence with the vise during all  
operations. Never use your hand to secure the  
workpiece.  
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.  
5.  
6.  
Never reach around saw blade.  
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.  
Turn off tool and wait for saw blade to stop  
before moving workpiece or changing  
settings.  
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.  
7.  
8.  
9.  
Unplug tool before changing blade or  
servicing.  
Always secure all moving portions before  
carrying the tool.  
Stopper pin which locks the cutter head down  
is for carrying and storage purposes only and  
not for any cutting operations.  
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  
10. Do not use the tool in the presence of flammable  
liquids or gases.  
11. Check the blade carefully for cracks or damage  
before operation.  
Replace cracked or damaged blade immediately.  
12. Use only flanges specified for this tool.  
13. Be careful not to damage the arbor, flanges  
(especially the installing surface) or bolt. Damage  
to these parts could result in blade breakage.  
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14. Make sure that the turn base is properly secured  
so it will not move during operation.  
specially designed to filter out microscopic  
particles.  
15. For your safety, remove the chips, small pieces,  
etc. from the table top before operation.  
16. Avoid cutting nails. Inspect for and remove all  
nails from the workpiece before operation.  
17. Make sure the shaft lock is released before the  
switch is turned on.  
18. Be sure that the blade does not contact the turn  
base in the lowest position.  
19. Hold the handle firmly. Be aware that the saw  
moves up or down slightly during start-up and  
stopping.  
34. To reduce the emitted noise, always be sure  
that the blade is sharp and clean.  
35. The operator is adequately trained in the use,  
adjustment and operation of the machine.  
36. Use correctly sharpened saw blades. Observe  
the maximum speed marked on the saw blade.  
37. Refrain from removing any cut-offs or other  
parts of the workpiece from the cutting area  
whilst the tool is running and the saw head is  
not in the rest position.  
20. Make sure the blade is not contacting the  
workpiece before the switch is turned on.  
21. Before using the tool on an actual workpiece, let it  
run for a while. Watch for vibration or wobbling  
that could indicate poor installation or a poorly  
balanced blade.  
22. Wait until the blade attains full speed before  
cutting.  
23. Stop operation immediately if you notice anything  
abnormal.  
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.  
INSTALLATION  
Installing auxiliary plate  
1. Auxiliary plate  
2. Hex bolt  
3. Base  
1
2
3
24. Do not attempt to lock the trigger in the on  
position.  
25. Be alert at all times, especially during repetitive,  
monotonous operations. Do not be lulled into a  
false sense of security. Blades are extremely  
unforgiving.  
001855  
26. Always use accessories recommended in this  
manual. Use of improper accessories such as  
abrasive wheels may cause an injury.  
27. Do not use the saw to cut other than wood,  
aluminum or similar materials.  
1. Auxiliary plate  
1
2
2. Base  
3. Hex bolt  
4. Nut  
28. Connect miter saws to a dust collecting device  
when sawing.  
29. Select saw blades in relation to the material to  
be cut.  
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001832  
30. Take care when slotting.  
31. Replace the kerf board when worn.  
32. Do not use saw blades manufactured from  
high speed steel.  
Install the auxiliary plate using the notch in the tool's  
base and secure it by tightening the hex bolt.  
Bench mounting  
33. Some dust created from operation contains  
chemicals known to cause cancer, birth  
defects or other reproductive harm. Some  
examples of these chemicals are:  
When the tool is shipped, the handle is locked in the  
lowered position by the stopper pin. Release the stopper  
pin by lowering the handle slightly and pulling the  
stopper pin.  
lead from lead-based-painted material and,  
arsenic and chromium from  
chemically-treated lumber.  
Your risk from these exposures varies,  
depending on how often you do this type of  
work. To reduce your exposure to these  
chemicals: work in a well ventilated area  
and work with approved safety equipment,  
such as those dust masks that are  
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OR REMOVED. DOING SO IS HIGHLY DANGEROUS  
AND CAN CAUSE SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY.  
If the see-through blade guard becomes dirty, or  
sawdust adheres to it in such a way that the blade is no  
longer easily visible, unplug the saw and clean the guard  
carefully with a damp cloth. Do not use solvents or any  
petroleum-based cleaners on the plastic guard.  
1. Stopper pin  
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If the blade guard is especially dirty and vision through  
the guard is impaired, use the supplied socket wrench to  
loosen the hex bolt holding the center cover. Loosen the  
hex bolt by turning it counterclockwise and raise the  
blade guard and center cover. With the blade guard so  
positioned, cleaning can be more completely and  
efficiently accomplished. When cleaning is complete,  
reverse procedure above and secure bolt. Do not  
remove spring holding blade guard. If guard becomes  
discolored through age or UV light exposure, contact a  
001792  
This tool should be bolted with two bolts to a level and  
stable surface using the bolt holes provided in the tool's  
base. This will help prevent tipping and possible injury.  
1. Bolt  
Makita service center for  
a
new guard. DO NOT  
DEFEAT OR REMOVE GUARD.  
1. Blade guard  
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001856  
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FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION  
CAUTION:  
001782  
Always be sure that the tool is switched off and  
unplugged before adjusting or checking function on  
the tool.  
Kerf board  
1. Kerf board  
2. Turn base  
Blade guard  
1. Blade guard  
1
2
002256  
1
001860  
This tool is provided with the kerf board in the turn base  
to minimize tearing on the exit side of a cut. If the kerf  
groove has not yet been cut in the kerf board by the  
factory, you should cut the groove before actually using  
the tool to cut a workpiece. Switch on the tool and lower  
the blade gently to cut a groove in the kerf board.  
When lowering the handle, the blade guard rises  
automatically. The guard is spring loaded so it returns to  
its original position when the cut is completed and the  
handle is raised. NEVER DEFEAT OR REMOVE THE  
BLADE GUARD OR THE SPRING WHICH ATTACHES  
TO THE GUARD.  
In the interest of your personal safety, always maintain  
the blade guard in good condition. Any irregular  
operation of the blade guard should be corrected  
immediately. Check to assure spring loaded return  
action of guard. NEVER USE THE TOOL IF THE  
BLADE GUARD OR SPRING ARE DAMAGED, FAULTY  
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Maintaining maximum cutting capacity  
1. Socket wrench  
Loosen the grip by turning counterclockwise. Turn the  
turn base while pressing down the lock lever. When you  
have moved the grip to the position where the pointer  
points to the desired angle on the miter scale, securely  
tighten the grip clockwise.  
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2. Adjusting bolt  
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CAUTION:  
When turning the turn base, be sure to raise the  
handle fully.  
After changing the miter angle, always secure the  
turn base by tightening the grip firmly.  
002257  
1. Top surface of  
turn base  
2. Periphery of  
blade  
2
Adjusting the bevel angle  
1
1. Lever  
3. Guide fence  
3
001540  
1
001864  
This tool is factory adjusted to provide the maximum  
cutting capacity for a 260 mm saw blade.  
When installing a new blade, always check the lower  
limit position of the blade and if necessary, adjust it as  
follows:  
1. Lever  
2. Bevel scale  
3. Pointer  
First, unplug the tool. Lower the handle completely. Use  
the socket wrench to turn the adjusting bolt until the  
periphery of the blade extends slightly below the top  
surface of the turn base at the point where the front face  
of the guide fence meets the top surface of the turn  
base.  
1
2
3
001865  
With the tool unplugged, rotate the blade by hand while  
holding the handle all the way down to be sure that the  
blade does not contact any part of the lower base.  
Re-adjust slightly, if necessary.  
To adjust the bevel angle, loosen the lever at the rear of  
the tool counterclockwise.  
Push the handle to the left to tilt the saw blade until the  
pointer points to the desired angle on the bevel scale.  
Then tighten the lever clockwise firmly to secure the  
arm.  
CAUTION:  
After installing a new blade, always be sure that  
the blade does not contact any part of the lower  
base when the handle is lowered completely.  
Always do this with the tool unplugged.  
CAUTION:  
When tilting the saw blade, be sure to raise the  
handle fully.  
After changing the bevel angle, always secure the  
arm by tightening the lever clockwise.  
Adjusting the miter angle  
1. Pointer  
2. Lock lever  
1
3. Grip  
4. Miter scale  
Switch action  
CAUTION:  
2
Before plugging in the tool, always check to see  
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that the switch trigger actuates properly and  
returns to the "OFF" position when released.  
3
001778  
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When not using the tool, remove the lock-off button  
and store it in a secure place. This prevents  
unauthorized operation.  
Do not pull the switch trigger hard without pressing  
in the lock-off button. This can cause switch  
breakage.  
ASSEMBLY  
CAUTION:  
Always be sure that the tool is switched off and  
unplugged before carrying out any work on the  
tool.  
For European countries  
Installing or removing saw blade  
1. Lever  
2. Lock-off button  
2
1
CAUTION:  
Always be sure that the tool is switched off and  
unplugged before installing or removing the blade.  
Use only the Makita socket wrench provided to  
install or remove the blade. Failure to do so may  
result in overtightening or insufficient tightening of  
the hex bolt. This could cause an injury.  
004853  
Lock the handle in the raised position by pushing in the  
stopper pin.  
To prevent the switch trigger from being accidentally  
pulled, a lock-off button is provided. To start the tool,  
push the lever to the left, press in the lock-off button and  
then pull the switch trigger. Release the switch trigger to  
stop.  
To remove the blade, use the socket wrench to loosen  
the hex bolt holding the center cover by turning it  
counterclockwise. Raise the blade guard and center  
cover.  
1. Center cover  
2. Socket wrench  
For all countries other than European countries  
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1. Lock-off button  
2. Switch trigger  
3. Hex bolt  
4. Blade guard  
1
3
2
2
4
001858  
001862  
Press the shaft lock to lock the spindle and use the  
socket wrench to loosen the hex bolt clockwise. Then  
remove the hex bolt, outer flange and blade.  
To prevent the switch trigger from being accidentally  
pulled, a lock-off button is provided. To start the tool,  
press in the lock-off button and pull the switch trigger.  
Release the switch trigger to stop.  
1. Socket wrench  
2. Shaft lock  
WARNING:  
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NEVER use tool without a fully operative switch  
trigger. Any tool with an inoperative switch is  
HIGHLY DANGEROUS and must be repaired  
before further usage.  
For your safety, this tool is equipped with a lock-off  
button which prevents the tool from unintended  
starting. NEVER use the tool if it runs when you  
simply pull the switch trigger without pressing the  
lock-off button. Return tool to a Makita service  
center for proper repairs BEFORE further usage.  
NEVER tape down or defeat purpose and function  
of lock-off button.  
2
001859  
To install the blade, mount it carefully onto the spindle,  
making sure that the direction of the arrow on the  
surface of the blade matches the direction of the arrow  
on the blade case. Install the outer flange and hex bolt,  
and then use the socket wrench to tighten the hex bolt  
(left-handed) securely counterclockwise while pressing  
the shaft lock.  
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1. Blade case  
2. Arrow  
3. Saw blade  
4. Arrow  
2
1
4
3
The use of the dust bag makes cutting operations clean  
and dust collection easy. To attach the dust bag, fit it  
onto the dust nozzle.  
When the dust bag is about half full, remove the dust  
bag from the tool and pull the fastener out. Empty the  
dust bag of its contents, tapping it lightly so as to remove  
particles adhering to the insides which might hamper  
further collection.  
001787  
NOTE:  
CAUTION:  
If you connect a Makita vacuum cleaner to your saw,  
more efficient and cleaner operations can be performed.  
For all countries other than European countries  
1. Spindle  
2. Flange  
3. Saw blade  
4. Flange  
5. Hex bolt  
6. Ring  
3
2
Securing workpiece  
4
1
WARNING:  
It is extremely important to always secure the  
workpiece properly and tightly with the vise. Failure  
to do so can cause the tool to be damaged and/or  
the workpiece to be destroyed. PERSONAL  
INJURY MAY ALSO RESULT. Also, after a cutting  
operation, DO NOT raise the blade until the blade  
has come to a complete stop.  
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004852  
CAUTION:  
CAUTION:  
The silver ring 25.4 mm in outer diameter is  
factory-installed onto the spindle. The black ring 25  
mm in outer diameter is included as standard  
equipment. Before mounting the blade onto the  
spindle, always be sure that the correct ring for the  
arbor hole of the blade you intend to use is  
installed onto the spindle.  
When cutting long workpieces, use supports that  
are as high as the top surface level of the turn base.  
Do not rely solely on the vertical vise and/or  
horizontal vise to secure the workpiece.  
Thin material tends to sag. Support workpiece over  
its entire length to avoid blade pinch and possible  
KICKBACK.  
For European countries  
1. Support  
2. Turn base  
1
2
The ring 30 mm in outer diameter is  
factory-installed between the inner and outer  
flanges.  
Install the outer flange and hex bolt, and then use the  
socket wrench to tighten the hex bolt (left-handed)  
securely counterclockwise while pressing the shaft lock.  
Return the blade guard and center cover to its original  
position. Then tighten the hex bolt clockwise to secure  
the center cover. Lower the handle to make sure that the  
blade guard moves properly. Make sure shaft lock has  
released spindle before making cut.  
001549  
Sub-fence  
1. Sub-fence  
1
Dust bag  
1. Dust nozzle  
2. Dust bag  
3. Fastener  
1
2
001766  
3
001861  
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This tool is equipped with the sub-fence. It should be  
positioned as shown in the figure.  
Horizontal vise (optional accessory)  
1. Vise knob  
3
2
1
2. Projection  
3. Vise shaft  
4. Base  
CAUTION:  
When performing left bevel cuts, flip the fence over  
to the left position as shown in the figure.  
Otherwise, it will contact the blade or a part of the  
tool, causing possible serious injury to the  
operator.  
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1. Sub-fence  
001807  
The horizontal vise can be installed on either the left or  
right side of the base. When performing 15° or greater  
miter cuts, install the horizontal vise on the side opposite  
the direction in which the turn base is to be turned. By  
turning the vise knob counterclockwise, the screw is  
released and the vise shaft can be moved rapidly in and  
out. By turning the vise knob clockwise, the screw  
remains secured. To grip the workpiece, turn the vise  
knob gently clockwise until the projection reaches its  
topmost position, then fasten securely. If the vise knob is  
forced in or pulled out while being turned clockwise, the  
projection may stop at an angle. In this case, turn the  
vise knob back counterclockwise until the screw is  
released, before turning again gently clockwise.  
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001767  
Vertical vise  
1. Vise arm  
2. Vise rod  
3. Guide fence  
4. Holder  
5. Holder  
assembly  
6
7
1
2
3
The maximum width of the workpiece which can be  
secured by the horizontal vise is 130 mm.  
6. Vise knob  
7. Screw  
4
5
CAUTION:  
001796  
Grip the workpiece only when the projection is at  
the topmost position. Failure to do so may result in  
insufficient securing of the workpiece. This could  
cause the workpiece to be thrown, cause damage  
to the blade or cause the loss of control, which can  
result in PERSONAL INJURY.  
The vertical vise can be installed in two positions on  
either the left or right side of the guide fence or the  
holder assembly (optional accessory). Insert the vise rod  
into the hole in the guide fence or the holder assembly  
and tighten the screw to secure the vise rod.  
Holders and holder assembly (optional  
accessories)  
Position the vise arm according to the thickness and  
shape of the workpiece and secure the vise arm by  
tightening the screw. If the screw to secure the vise arm  
contacts the guide fence, install the screw on the  
opposite side of vise arm. Make sure that no part of the  
tool contacts the vise when lowering the handle all the  
way. If some part contacts the vise, re-position the vise.  
Press the workpiece flat against the guide fence and the  
turn base. Position the workpiece at the desired cutting  
position and secure it firmly by tightening the vise knob.  
1. Holder  
2. Holder  
assembly  
1
2
002247  
CAUTION:  
The workpiece must be secured firmly against the  
turn base and guide fence with the vise during all  
operations.  
The holders and the holder assembly can be installed on  
either side as convenient means of supporting  
a
workpieces horizontally. Install them as shown in the  
figure. Then tighten the screws firmly to secure the  
holders and the holder assembly.  
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When cutting long workpieces, use the holder-rod  
assembly (optional accessory). It consists of two holder  
assemblies and two rods 12.  
THE BLADE HAS COME TO A COMPLETE STOP  
before returning the blade to its fully elevated  
position.  
2.  
3.  
Miter cutting  
Refer to the previously covered "Adjusting the  
miter angle".  
Bevel cut  
1. Holder  
assembly  
2. Rod 12  
2
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002246  
CAUTION:  
Always support long workpieces level with the top  
surface of the turn base for accurate cuts and to  
prevent dangerous loss of control of the tool.  
001868  
Loosen the lever and tilt the saw blade to set the  
bevel angle (Refer to the previously covered  
"Adjusting the bevel angle"). Be sure to retighten  
the lever firmly to secure the selected bevel angle  
safely. Secure the workpiece with a vise. Switch on  
the tool without the blade making any contact and  
wait until the blade attains full speed. Then gently  
lower the handle to the fully lowered position while  
applying pressure in parallel with the blade. When  
the cut is completed, switch off the tool and WAIT  
UNTIL THE BLADE HAS COME TO A COMPLETE  
STOP before returning the blade to its fully  
elevated position.  
OPERATION  
CAUTION:  
Before use, be sure to release the handle from the  
lowered position by pulling the stopper pin.  
Make sure the blade is not contacting the  
workpiece, etc. before the switch is turned on.  
Do not apply excessive pressure on the handle  
when cutting. Too much force may result in  
overload of the motor and/or decreased cutting  
efficiency. Push down handle with only as much  
force as is necessary for smooth cutting and  
without significant decrease in blade speed.  
Gently press down the handle to perform the cut. If  
the handle is pressed down with force or if lateral  
force is applied, the blade will vibrate and leave a  
mark (saw mark) in the workpiece and the  
precision of the cut will be impaired.  
CAUTION:  
Always be sure that the blade will move down to  
bevel direction during a bevel cut. Keep hands out  
of path of saw blade.  
During a bevel cut, it may create a condition  
whereby the piece cut off will come to rest against  
the side of the blade. If the blade is raised while the  
blade is still rotating, this piece may be caught by  
the blade, causing fragments to be scattered which  
is dangerous. The blade should be raised ONLY  
after the blade has come to a complete stop.  
When pressing the handle down, apply pressure  
parallel to the blade. If the pressure is not parallel to  
the blade during a cut, the angle of the blade might be  
shifted and the precision of the cut will be impaired.  
Always set the sub-fence to the left position when  
performing left bevel cuts.  
1.  
Press cutting  
001788  
4.  
Compound cutting  
Secure the workpiece with the vise. Switch on the  
tool without the blade making any contact and wait  
until the blade attains full speed before lowering.  
Then gently lower the handle to the fully lowered  
position to cut the workpiece. When the cut is  
completed, switch off the tool and WAIT UNTIL  
Compound cutting is the process in which a bevel  
angle is made at the same time in which a miter  
angle is being cut on a workpiece. Compound  
cutting can be performed at angle shown in the  
table.  
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When the wood facing is attached, do not turn the  
turn base with the handle lowered. The blade  
and/or the wood facing will be damaged.  
Cutting repetitive lengths  
Miter angle  
Bevel angle  
45  
Left and Right 0 - 45  
006366  
7.  
When performing compound cutting, refer to  
"Press cutting", "Miter cutting" and "Bevel cut"  
explanations.  
1. Set plate  
2. Holder  
3. Screw  
1
5.  
Cutting aluminum extrusion  
1. Vise  
2. Spacer block  
3. Guide fence  
1
2
2
4. Aluminum  
extrusion  
5. Spacer block  
3
001846  
3
4
5
When cutting several pieces of stock to the same  
length, ranging from 240 mm to 400 mm, use of the  
set plate (optional accessory) will facilitate more  
efficient operation. Install the set plate on the  
holder (optional accessory) as shown in the figure.  
Align the cutting line on your workpiece with either  
the left or right side of the groove in the kerf board,  
and while holding the workpiece from moving,  
move the set plate flush against the end of the  
workpiece. Then secure the set plate with the  
screw. When the set plate is not used, loosen the  
screw and turn the set plate out of the way.  
001844  
When securing aluminum extrusions, use spacer  
blocks or pieces of scrap as shown in the figure to  
prevent deformation of the aluminum. Use  
cutting lubricant when cutting the aluminum  
extrusion to prevent build-up of the aluminum  
material on the blade.  
a
CAUTION:  
Never attempt to cut thick or round aluminum  
extrusions. Thick aluminum extrusions may come  
loose during operation and round aluminum  
extrusions cannot be secured firmly with this tool.  
Wood facing  
NOTE:  
Use of the holder-rod assembly (optional  
accessory) allows cutting repetitive lengths up to  
2,200 mm approximately.  
6.  
Use of wood facing helps to assure splinter-free  
cuts in workpieces. Attach a wood facing to the  
guide fence using the holes in the guide fence.  
See the figure concerning the dimensions for a  
suggested wood facing.  
Carrying tool  
1. Stopper pin  
1
Over 10mm  
Over 460mm  
90mm  
25mm  
1
1
001792  
90mm 107mm 107mm 90mm  
1. Hole  
Make sure that the tool is unplugged. Secure the blade  
at 0° bevel angle and the turn base at right miter angle  
fully. Lower the handle fully and lock it in the lowered  
position by pushing in the stopper pin.  
004855  
CAUTION:  
Use straight wood of even thickness as the wood  
facing.  
Use screws to attach the wood facing to the guide  
fence. The screws should be installed so that the  
screw heads are below the surface of the wood  
facing.  
Carry the tool by carrying grip as shown in the figure. If  
you remove the holders, dust bag, etc., you can carry  
the tool more easily.  
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1. Triangular rule  
2. Grip  
3. Guide fence  
1
2
3
002259  
001774  
2.  
Bevel angle  
(1) 0° bevel angle  
CAUTION:  
Always secure all moving portions before carrying  
the tool.  
1. Arm  
2. Lever  
3. 0 adjusting  
bolt  
Stopper pin is for carrying and storage purposes  
only and not for any cutting operations.  
2
4. Hex nut  
MAINTENANCE  
3
4
CAUTION:  
1
Always be sure that the tool is switched off and  
unplugged before attempting to perform inspection  
or maintenance.  
001768  
Lower the handle fully and lock it in the  
lowered position by pushing in the stopper  
pin. Loosen the lever at the rear of the tool.  
Loosen the hex nut and turn the 0° bevel  
angle adjusting bolt on the right side of the  
turn base two or three revolutions clockwise  
to tilt the blade to the right.  
Carefully square the side of the blade with  
the top surface of the turn base using the  
triangular rule, try-square, etc. by turning the  
WARNING:  
Always be sure that the blade is sharp and clean  
for the best and safest performance.  
Adjusting the cutting angle  
This tool is carefully adjusted and aligned at the factory,  
but rough handling may have affected the alignment. If  
your tool is not aligned properly, perform the following:  
1.  
Miter angle  
1
1. Hex bolt  
0°  
bevel  
angle  
adjusting  
bolt  
counterclockwise. Then tighten the hex nut to  
secure the 0° bevel angle adjusting bolt and  
tighten the lever securely.  
1. Triangular rule  
2. Saw blade  
1
3. Top surface of  
turn base  
2
002258  
3
Loosen the grip which secures the turn base. Turn  
the turn base so that the pointer points to 0° on the  
miter scale. Tighten the grip and loosen the hex  
bolts securing the guide fence using the socket  
wrench.  
001819  
Make sure that the pointer on the turn base  
point to 0° on the bevel scale on the arm. If it  
does not point to 0°, loosen the screw which  
secures the pointer and adjust the pointer so  
that it will point to 0°.  
Lower the handle fully and lock it in the lowered  
position by pushing in the stopper pin. Square the  
side of the blade with the face of the guide fence  
using  
a
triangular rule, try-square, etc. Then  
securely tighten the hex bolts on the guide fence in  
the order from the right side.  
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1. Screwdriver  
2. Brush holder  
cap  
1. Arm  
2. Bevel scale  
3. Pointer  
4. Turn base  
4
3
1
2
1
2
001772  
001769  
After use  
(2) 45° bevel angle  
After use, wipe off chips and dust adhering to the  
tool with a cloth or the like. Keep the blade guard  
clean according to the directions in the previously  
covered section titled "Blade guard". Lubricate the  
sliding portions with machine oil to prevent rust.  
1. Lever  
2. Arm  
3. Pointer  
4. 45 bevel  
angle adjusting  
bolt  
To maintain product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs,  
any other maintenance or adjustment should be  
performed by Makita Authorized Service Centers,  
always using Makita replacement parts.  
1
4
2
3
001770  
ACCESSORIES  
Adjust the 45° bevel angle only after  
performing 0° bevel angle adjustment. To  
adjust left 45° bevel angle, loosen the lever  
and tilt the blade to the left fully. Make sure  
that the pointer on the arm points to 45° on  
the bevel scale on the arm. If the pointer does  
not point to 45°, turn the 45° bevel angle  
adjusting bolt on the left side of the arm until  
the pointer points to 45°.  
CAUTION:  
These  
accessories  
or  
attachments  
are  
recommended for use with your Makita tool  
specified in this manual. The use of any other  
accessories or attachments might present a risk of  
injury to persons. Only use accessory or  
attachment for its stated purpose.  
If you need any assistance for more details regarding  
these accessories, ask your local Makita Service Center.  
Replacing carbon brushes  
Steel & Carbide-tipped saw blades  
Auxiliary plate  
Vise assembly (Horizontal vise)  
Vertical vise  
Socket wrench 13  
Holder set  
Holder assembly  
Holder rod assembly  
Set plate  
1. Limit mark  
1
001145  
Dust bag  
Triangular rule  
Lock-off button (2 pcs.)  
Remove and check the carbon brushes regularly.  
Replace when they wear down to the limit mark. Keep  
the carbon brushes clean and free to slip in the holders.  
Both carbon brushes should be replaced at the same  
time. Use only identical carbon brushes.  
Use a screwdriver to remove the brush holder caps.  
Take out the worn carbon brushes, insert the new ones  
and secure the brush holder caps.  
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Makita Corporation Anjo, Aichi, Japan  
884085E228  
 

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