Makita LH1040 Instruction Manual page 9

11. The operator is adequately trained in the use,
adjustment and operation of the tool.
12. Stop and unplug the saw when unattended.
13. To reduce the emitted noise, always be sure
that the blade is sharp and clean.
14. Use only saw blades that are marked with a
maximum speed equal to or higher than the
no load speed marked on the tool.
15. When the tool is fitted with a laser or LED, do
not replace the laser or LED with a different
type. Ask an authorized service center for repair.
16. Never remove any cut-offs or other parts of
the workpiece from the cutting area whilst the
tool is running with an unguarded saw blade.
17. The tool should not be used for slotting,
rebating or grooving.
18. Before carrying the tool, always cover the
upper part of the saw blade by the top guard
and secure all moving portions. When lifting
or carrying the tool, do not use the guard as a
carrying handle.
19. Clean and be careful not to damage the
spindle, flanges (especially the installing
surface) and hex bolt before or when
installing the blade. Damage to these parts
could result
installation may cause vibration/wobbling or
slippage of the blade. Use only flanges
specified for this tool.
20. Always use accessories recommended in this
manual. Use of improper accessories such as
abrasive cut-off wheels may cause an injury.
21. Select the correct saw blade for the material
to be cut.
22. Do not cut metal objects such as nails and
screws. Inspect for and remove all nails,
screws and other foreign material from the
workpiece before operation.
23. Knock out any loose knots from workpiece
BEFORE beginning to cut.
24. Do not use the tool in the presence of
flammable liquids or gases.
25. For your safety, remove the chips, small
pieces, etc. from the work area and table top
before plugging
operation.
26. Keep hands and make your bystander and
yourself position out of path of and not in line
with saw blade. Avoid contact with any
coasting blade. It can still cause severe injury
and never reach around saw blade.
27. Be alert at all times, especially during
repetitive, monotonous operations. Do not be
lulled into a false sense of security. Blades
are extremely unforgiving.
28. Make sure the shaft lock is released before
the switch is turned on.
in blade breakage.
the tool and
29. Before using the tool on an actual workpiece,
let it run for a while. Watch for vibration or
wobbling that could indicate poor installation
or a poorly balanced blade.
30. Wait until the blade attains full speed before
cutting.
31. Stop operation immediately if you notice
anything abnormal.
32. Turn off tool and wait for saw blade to stop
before
settings.
33. Unplug tool before changing blade, servicing
or not in use.
34. Some dust created from operation contains
chemicals known to cause cancer, birth
defects or other reproductive harm. Some
examples of these chemicals are:
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Your
depending on how often you do this type of
work. To reduce your exposure to these
chemicals: work in a well ventilated area and
work with approved safety equipment, such as
those dust masks that are specially designed
Poor
to filter out microscopic particles.
35. Even when the tool is used as prescribed it is
not possible to eliminate all residual risk
factors. The following hazards may arise in
connection with the tool's construction and
design:
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WHEN USING IN MITER SAW MODE:
36. Replace the kerf board when worn.
starting 37. Use a push stick or a push block to avoid
working with the hands and fingers close to
the saw blade.
38. Make sure that the arm is securely fixed when
beveling. Tighten the lever clockwise to fix the
arm.
39. Do not perform any operation freehand. The
workpiece must be secured firmly against the turn
base and guide fence with the vise during all
operations. Never use your hand to secure the
workpiece.
40. Ensure that the tool is stable before each cut.
41. Fix the tool to a work bench, if needed.
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moving workpiece
lead from lead-based-painted material and,
arsenic and chromium from chemically-
treated lumber.
risk from these
Damage to health resulting from hand-
arm vibrations if the power tool is used
over a longer period of time and is not
operated or serviced correctly.
Injury or damage caused by loose tool
attachments which
slide out/from the power tool due to
sudden damage,
mounting.
or changing
exposures varies,
can unexpectedly
wear or improper