Switch Action - Makita LS1214 Instruction Manual

CAUTION:
When tilting the saw blade, be sure to raise the
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handle fully.
After changing the bevel angle, always secure the
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arm by tightening the lever clockwise.
When changing bevel angles, be sure to position
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the kerf boards appropriately as explained in the
"Positioning kerf boards" section.

Switch action

CAUTION:
Before plugging in the tool, always check to see
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that the switch trigger actuates properly and
returns to the "OFF" position when released.
When not using the tool, remove the lock-off button
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and store it in a secure place. This prevents
unauthorized operation.
Do not pull the switch trigger hard without pressing
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in the lock-off button. This can cause switch
breakage.
For European countries
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To prevent the switch trigger from being accidentally
pulled, a lock-off button is provided. To start the tool,
push the lever to the left, 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
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To prevent the switch trigger from being accidentally
pulled, a lock-off button is provided. To start the tool,
press in the lock-off button and pull the switch trigger.
Release the switch trigger to stop.
WARNING:
NEVER use tool without a fully operative switch
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trigger. Any tool with an inoperative switch is
HIGHLY DANGEROUS and must be repaired
before further usage.
For your safety, this tool is equipped with a lock-off
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button which prevents the tool from unintended
starting. NEVER use the tool if it runs when you
simply pull the switch trigger without pressing the
lock-off button. Return tool to a Makita service
center for proper repairs BEFORE further usage.
NEVER tape down or defeat purpose and function
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of lock-off button.
Lighting up the lamps
For Model LS1214F only
Fig.15
CAUTION:
This is not a rainproof light. Do not wash the light in
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water or use it in a rain or a wet area. Such a
conduct can cause an electric shock and fume.
Do not touch the lens of the light, as it is very hot
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while it is lighted or shortly after it is turned off. This
may cause a burn to a human body.
Do not apply impact to the light, which may cause
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damage or shorted service time to it.
Do not keep casting the beam of the light to your
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eyes. This can cause your eyes to be hurt.
Do not cover the light with clothes, carton,
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cardboard or similar objects while it is lighted,
which can cause a fire or an ignition.
Push the upper position of the switch for turning on the
light and the lower position for off.
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Move the light to shift an area of lighting.
NOTE:
Use a dry cloth to wipe the dirt off the lens of lamp.
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Be careful not to scratch the lens of light, or it may
lower the illumination.
Laser beam action
For model LS1214L only
Fig.17
CAUTION:
Never look into the laser beam. Direct laser beam
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may injure your eyes.
LASER RADIATION, DO NOT STARE INTO THE
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BEAM OR VIEW DIRECTLY WITH OPTICAL
INSTRUMENTS, CLASS 2M LASER PRODUCT.
To turn on the laser beam, press the upper position (I) of
the switch. Press the lower position (O) to turn off.
Laser line can be shifted to either the left or right side of
the saw blade by adjusting the adjusting screw as
follows.
Fig.18
1. Loosen the adjusting screw by turning it
counterclockwise.
2. With the adjusting screw loosened, slide the
adjusting screw to the right or left as far as it goes.
3. Tighten the adjusting screw firmly at the position
where it stops sliding.
Laser line is factory adjusted so that it is positioned
within 1 mm from the side surface of the blade (cutting
position).
NOTE:
When laser line is dim and almost or entirely
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invisible because of the direct sunlight in the indoor
or outdoor window-by work, relocate the work area
to a place not exposed to the direct sunlight.
Aligning the laser line
Fig.19
Laser line can be shifted to either the left or right side of
the blade according to the applications of cutting. Refer
to explanation titled "Laser beam action" regarding its
shifting method.
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