Securing Workpiece; Operation - Makita LS1214 Instruction Manual

Securing workpiece

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.
CAUTION:
• 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. (Fig. 29)
Sub-fence (Fig. 30)
This tool is equipped with the sub-fence which should
ordinarily be positioned as shown in the figure.
However, when performing left bevel cuts, set it to the left
position as shown in the figure.
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. (Fig. 31)
Sub-fence R (Fig. 32)
The sub-fence R can be installed on the right side of the
guide fence. Insert the rods of the sub-fence R into the
holes in the guide fence. Tighten the screws which come
with the sub-fence R to secure the sub-fence R.
CAUTION:
• When performing right bevel cuts, never use the sub-
fence R. It will contact the blade or a part of the tool,
causing possible serious injury to the operator.
Vertical vise (Fig. 33 & 34)
The vertical vise can be installed in two positions on either
the left or right side of the guide fence. Insert the vise rod
into the hole in the guide fence and tighten the screw on
the back of the guide fence to secure the vise rod.
The vertical vise can also be secured to the rod on the
right side of the sub-fence R.
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 fully and
pulling or pushing the carriage 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 turn
base and guide fence with the vise during all
operations.
Horizontal vise (optional accessory)
(Fig. 35)
The horizontal vise can be installed in two positions 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. (Fig. 36)
By flipping the vise nut to the left, the vise is released, and
rapidly moves in and out. To grip the workpiece, push the
vise knob forward until the vise plate contacts the
workpiece and flip the vise nut to the right. Then turn the
vise knob clockwise to secure the workpiece.
The maximum width of workpiece which can be secured
by the horizontal vise is 200 mm.
When installing the horizontal vise on the right side of the
base, also use the sub-fence R to secure the workpiece
more firmly. Refer to the "Sub-fence R" section described
on previously for installing the sub-fence R.
CAUTION:
• Always rotate the vise nut to the right fully when
securing the workpiece. 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.
Holders (Fig. 37)
The holders can be installed on either side as a
convenient means of holding workpieces horizontally. Slip
the holder rods into the holes in the base and adjust their
length according to the workpiece to be held. Then tighten
the holders securely with the screws.
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.
Kerf block (optional accessory) (Fig. 38)
CAUTION:
• When using the kerf block, always cut at the same
miter angle.
• When changing the miter angle, use other kerf blocks.
• When performing bevel cuts, never use the kerf block.
Failure to do so splits the block, causing a serious injury to
operator.
When you use the kerf block at 90° cutting, you can
splinter-free cut in workpiece on the side of the guide
fence (height of the workpiece is up to 35 mm). Install the
kerf block onto the guide fence by means of the two
screws. (Adjust the guide fence and the kerf block so that
they contact their faces. Then tighten the screws
securely.) (Fig. 39)

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
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