ENGLISH (Original instructions) SPECIFICATIONS Model LS1040 / LS1040S Blade diameter 255 mm -260 mm Blade body thickness 1.6 mm - 2.4 mm Hole diameter For all countries other than European countries 25.4 mm and 25 mm For European countries 30 mm Max.
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Makita Corporation responsible high or locked up place, out of reach of children. manufacturer declare that the following Makita Do not force the tool. machine(s): It will do the job better and safer at the rate for Designation of Machine: which it was intended.
Dress properly. conditions that may affect its operation. A guard or Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery, they can other part that is damaged should be properly be caught in moving parts. Rubber gloves and repaired or replaced by an authorized service non-skid footwear recommended...
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Replace cracked damaged blade lead from lead-based-painted material and, • immediately. arsenic chromium from • 12. Use only flanges specified for this tool. chemically-treated lumber. 13. Be careful not to damage the arbor, flanges Your risk from these exposures varies, (especially the installing surface) or bolt.
Bench mounting INSTALLATION When the tool is shipped, the handle is locked in the Installing auxiliary plate lowered position by the stopper pin. Release the stopper pin by lowering the handle slightly and pulling the stopper 1. Auxiliary plate pin. 2.
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 Makita 001540 service center for a new guard. DO NOT DEFEAT OR This tool is factory adjusted to provide the maximum REMOVE GUARD.
Switch action lock-off button. Return tool to a Makita service center for proper repairs BEFORE further usage. CAUTION: NEVER tape down or defeat purpose and function •...
4. Arrow particles adhering to the insides which might hamper further collection. NOTE: If you connect a Makita vacuum cleaner to your saw, more efficient and cleaner operations can be performed. 001787...
Securing workpiece 1. Sub-fence 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 001767 has come to a complete stop.
miter cuts, install the horizontal vise on the side opposite CAUTION: the direction in which the turn base is to be turned. By Always support long workpieces level with the top • turning the vise knob counterclockwise, the screw is surface of the turn base for accurate cuts and to released and the vise shaft can be moved rapidly in and prevent dangerous loss of control of the tool.
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When performing compound cutting, refer to "Press Bevel cut cutting", "Miter cutting" "Bevel cut" explanations. Cutting aluminum extrusion 1. Vise 2. Spacer block 3. Guide fence 4. Aluminum extrusion 5. Spacer block 001868 Loosen the lever and tilt the saw blade to set the bevel angle (Refer to the previously covered "Adjusting the bevel angle").
Cutting repetitive lengths 1. Set plate 2. Holder 3. Screw 001774 CAUTION: 012657 When cutting several pieces of stock to the same Always secure all moving portions before carrying • length, ranging from 240 mm to 400 mm, use of the the tool.
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. Steel & Carbide-tipped saw blades • Auxiliary plate • Vise assembly (Horizontal vise) •...
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