Dust Bag; Securing Workpiece - Makita LH1040 Instruction Manual

Dust bag

Fig.33
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.
NOTE:
In miter saw mode, always insert the dust bag to
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the back nozzle only.
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.
Fig.34
If you connect a vacuum cleaner to your saw, more
efficient and cleaner operations can be performed.
Fig.35
To install the blade cover when using in the table saw
mode (bench mode), turn the turn base to 0°miter angle
(see the section titled "Adjusting miter angle") and place
the blade cover on the turn table so that the blade cover
is centered over the slit for the blade entrance in the
turn table and then lock the handle in the lowest position
by fully pushing in the stopper pin as shown in the figure.
NOTE:
To attach the dust bag to the front dust nozzle in
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the table saw mode (bench mode), first remove
the cap from the front dust nozzle and then attach
the dust bag to the dust nozzle.
When not in use of dust bag, always replace the
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cap to the front dust nozzle. Failure to do so result
in dust scattering from the nozzle.
When using the tool in the table saw mode (bench
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mode), make sure that the blade cover is installed
on the turn table.

Securing workpiece

Whenever possible, secure the workpiece with the
optional vise. If you must use your hand to hold the
workpiece, then it must be done firmly and securely so as
not to lose control of the workpiece. Your hand and arm
must be kept well away from the blade area (100 mm
minimum). Squeeze the workpiece firmly against the
guide fence with your fingers held over the top of the
guide fence. The workpiece must also rest steadily on the
turn base.
WARNING:
Never use your hand to hold the workpiece that requires
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your hand to be any closer than 100 mm from the blade
area. In this case, always use the optional vise to
secure the workpiece. After any cutting operation, raise
the blade gently. Never raise the blade until it has come
to a complete stop. Serious injury may result.
CAUTION:
When cutting long workpieces, use supports that are
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as high as the top surface level of the turn base. Do
not rely solely on the vertical vise and/or horizontal
vise (both optional) to secure the workpiece.
Thin material tends to sag. Support workpiece
over its entire length to avoid blade pinch and
possible KICKBACK.
Fig.36
Sub-fence (for European countries only)
Fig.37
This tool is equipped with the sub-fence. Usually
position the sub-fence
performing left bevel cuts, flip it outward.
CAUTION:
When performing left bevel cuts, flip the sub-fence
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outward. Otherwise, it will contact the blade or a
part of the tool, causing possible serious injury to
the operator.
Vertical vise (optional accessory)
Fig.38
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.
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.
CAUTION:
The workpiece must be secured firmly against the
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turn base and guide fence.
Horizontal vise (optional accessory)
Fig.39
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
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inside. However, when