Replacing Carbon Brushes; After Use; Optional Accessories - Makita LS0714 Instruction Manual

Cleaning of the lens for the laser light
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If the lens for the laser light becomes dirty, or sawdust
adheres to it in such a way that the laser line is no longer
easily visible, unplug the saw and remove and clean the
lens for the laser light carefully with a damp, soft cloth.
Do not use solvents or any petroleum-based cleaners on
the lens.
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To remove the lens for the laser light, remove the saw
blade before removing the lens according to the
instructions in the section titled "Installing or removing
saw blade".
Loosen but do not remove the screw which secures the
lens using a screwdriver.
Pull out the lens as shown in the figure.
NOTE:
If the lens does not come out, loosen the screw
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further and pull out the lens again without removing
the screw.

Replacing carbon brushes

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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
1. Screwdriver
1
2. Screw
(one piece only)
2
3. Lens for the
laser light
3
1. Lens for the
laser light
1
1. Limit mark
1
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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After replacing brushes, plug in the tool and break in
brushes by running tool with no load for about 10 minutes.
Then check the tool while running and electric brake
operation when releasing the switch trigger. If electric
brake is not working well, ask your local Makita service
center for repair.

After use

After use, wipe off chips and dust adhering to the
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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.
When storing the tool, pull the carriage toward you
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fully so that the slide pole is thoroughly inserted into
the turn base.
To maintain product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs,
any other maintenance or adjustment should be
performed by Makita Authorized or Factory Service
Centers, always using Makita replacement parts.

OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES

CAUTION:
These accessories
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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.
attachment for its stated purpose.
If you need any assistance for more details regarding
these accessories, ask your local Makita Service Center.
Carbide-tipped saw blades
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Vise assembly (Horizontal vise)
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Vertical vise
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Holder set
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Holder assembly
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Holder rod assembly
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Set plate
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Dust bag
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Triangular rule
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1. Brush holder cap
1
2. Screwdriver
2
or attachments
Only use accessory or
are