Makita MLS100 Instruction Manual
Makita MLS100 Instruction Manual

Makita MLS100 Instruction Manual

Compound miter saw

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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Compound Miter Saw
MLS100
015058
DOUBLE INSULATION
IMPORTANT: Read Before Using.
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  • Page 1 INSTRUCTION MANUAL Compound Miter Saw MLS100 015058 DOUBLE INSULATION IMPORTANT: Read Before Using.
  • Page 2: Specifications

    EC Declaration of Conformity Directive, Waste Electric Makita declares that the following Machine(s): Electronic Equipment Designation of Machine: implementation in accordance with Compound Miter Saw national law, electric equipment that Model No./ Type: MLS100 have reached the end of their life must...
  • Page 3: General Power Tool Safety Warnings

    Conforms to the following European Directives: Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for 2006/42/EC carrying, pulling or unplugging the power tool. They are manufactured in accordance with the following Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or standard or standardized documents: moving parts.
  • Page 4: Miter Saw Safety Warnings

    19. Do not use the power tool if the switch does Wear gloves for handling saw blade (saw not turn it on and off. Any power tool that cannot blades shall be carried in a holder wherever be controlled with the switch is dangerous and practicable) and rough material.
  • Page 5: Installation

    28. Use only flanges specified for this tool. 46. The operator is adequately trained in the use, 29. Be careful not to damage the arbor, flanges adjustment and operation of the machine. (especially the installing surface) or bolt. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. Damage to these parts could result in blade breakage.
  • Page 6: Functional Description

    FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION 1. Stopper pin CAUTION: Always be sure that the tool is switched off and • unplugged before adjusting or checking function on the tool. Blade guard 1. Blade guard 007754 This tool should be bolted with four bolts to a level and stable surface using the bolt holes provided in the tool's base.
  • Page 7: Adjusting The Miter Angle

    1. Blade guard 1. Top surface of turn base 2. Periphery of 130mm blade 3. Guide fence 001782 007831 Kerf board CAUTION: After installing a new blade, always be sure that 1. Kerf board • the blade does not contact any part of the lower base when the handle is lowered completely.
  • Page 8: Switch Action

    WARNING: 1. Pointer 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. ASSEMBLY 007757 CAUTION: To adjust the bevel angle, loosen the knob at the rear of Always be sure that the tool is switched off and •...
  • Page 9 Sub-fence (for European countries only) 1. Hex bolt 2. Wrench 1. Sub-fence 007770 To install the blade, mount it carefully onto the spindle, 015064 making sure that the direction of the arrow on the This tool is equipped with the sub-fence. Usually position surface of the blade matches the direction of the arrow the sub-fence inside.
  • Page 10: Securing Workpiece

    OPERATION 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.
  • Page 11 Bevel cut Cutting aluminum extrusion 1. Vise 2. Spacer block 3. Guide fence 4. Aluminum extrusion 5. Spacer block 001844 015061 When securing aluminum extrusions, use spacer Loosen the knob and tilt the saw blade to set the blocks or pieces of scrap as shown in the figure to bevel angle (Refer to the previously covered prevent deformation of the aluminum.
  • Page 12: Carrying Tool

    MAINTENANCE Cutting repetitive lengths 1. Set plate 2. Screw CAUTION: 3. Holder Always be sure that the tool is switched off and • unplugged before attempting to perform inspection or maintenance. Never use gasoline, benzine, thinner, alcohol or • the like. Discoloration, deformation or cracks may result.
  • Page 13: Replacing Carbon Brushes

    45° bevel angle 2. Bevel angle 0° bevel angle 1. 45 ゚ bevel angle adjusting 1. 0 ゚ adjusting bolt bolt 2. Pointer 007751 Adjust the 45° bevel angle only after 007752 performing 0° bevel angle adjustment. To Lower the handle fully and lock it in the adjust left 45°...
  • Page 14 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.
  • Page 16 Makita Jan-Baptist Vinkstraat 2, 3070, Belgium Makita Corporation Anjo, Aichi, Japan www.makita.com JM2308C028...

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