Additional Safety Rules For Tool; Functional Description; Switch Action - Makita LC1230 Instruction Manual

ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES FOR TOOL

1. Always use safety glasses, dust mask and ear
protector.
2. Use only Makita genuine carbide-tipped saw
blade 305 mm in diameter for metal cutting.
Never use abrasive cut-off wheel or other type of
saw blades.
3. Check the blade carefully for cracks or damage
before operation. Replace cracked or damaged
blade immediately.
4. Never secure the safety cover (safety guard).
Always be sure that the safety cover moves
smoothly before operation. Any irregular opera-
tion of the safety cover should be corrected
immediately. Do not use the saw without guards
in position.
5. Be sure shaft lock is released before the switch
is turned on.
6. 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.
7. Keep your hands and body away from rotating
blade.
8. Always secure the workpiece with the vise.
9. Make sure the blade is not contacting the work-
piece before the switch is turned on.
10. Watch out for flying sparks when operating.
They can cause injury or ignite combustible
materials.
11. Do not touch the blade, workpiece or cutting
chips immediately after operation; they may be
extremely hot and could burn your skin.
12. If the blade stops during operation, makes an
odd noise or begins to vibrate, switch off the tool
immediately. Then check the tool and blade.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
INSTALLATION
Positioning the tool
When the tool is shipped from the factory, the handle is
locked in the lowered position. Release the handle from
the lowered position by lowering it slightly and removing
the chain from the hook on the handle. (Fig. 1)
Bolt the tool with two bolts to a level and stable surface
using the bolt holes provided in the tool base. This will
help prevent tipping and possible injury. (Fig. 2)
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FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION

CAUTION:
• Always be sure that the tool is switched off and
unplugged before adjusting or checking function on the
tool.

Switch action

CAUTION:
• Before plugging in the tool, always check to see that
the switch trigger actuates properly and returns to the
"OFF" position when released.
• When not using the tool, remove the lock-off button and
store it in a secure place. This prevents unauthorized
operation.
For European countries (Fig. 3)
To prevent the switch trigger from being accidentally
pulled, a lock-off button is provided. To start the tool,
depress the lever to release the handle from the fully ele-
vated position and to press in the lock-off button, and
then pull the switch trigger. Release the switch trigger to
stop.
For all countries other than European countries
(Fig. 4)
To prevent the switch trigger from being accidentally
pulled, a lock-off button is provided.
To start the tool, depress the lock-off button and pull the
switch trigger. Release the switch trigger to stop.
Setting for desired cutting angle (Fig. 5)
CAUTION:
• Always tighten the hex bolt securely after changing the
cutting angle.
To change the cutting angle, loosen the lever. Move the
vise stop so that the indicator will point to the desired
graduation. Then tighten the lever to secure the vise
stop.
Dust collection (Fig. 6)
CAUTION:
• Do not touch any part of the dust box except its handle
immediately after operation; it may be extremely hot
and could burn your skin.
This tool is equipped with the dust box to collect dust and
cut chips. When the dust box is full, hold the handle of
the dust box and raise it slightly. Then pull the dust box
out of the tool base. Empty the dust box of its contents.
ASSEMBLY
CAUTION:
• Always be sure that the tool is switched off and
unplugged before carrying out any work on the tool.
Socket wrench storage (Fig. 7)
The socket wrench is stored as shown in the figure.
When using the socket wrench, pull it out of the wrench
holder. After using the socket wrench, return it to the
wrench holder.
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