After Use; Replacing Carbon Brushes - Makita LS1214 Instruction Manual
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Cleaning of the lens for the laser light
For model LS1214L only
Fig.61
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.
Fig.62
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 fluorescent tube
For LS1214F only
Fig.63
CAUTION:
Always be sure that the tool is switched off and
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unplugged before replacing the fluorescent tube.
Do not apply force, impact or scratch to a
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fluorescent tube, which can cause a glass of the
fluorescent tube to be broken resulting in a injury to
you or your bystanders.
Leave the florescent tube for a while immediately
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after a use of it and then replace it. If not. You may
burn yourself.
Remove screws, which secure Lamp Box for the light.
Pull out the Lamp Box keeping pushing lightly the upper
position of it as illustrated on the left.
Pull out the fluorescent tube and then replace it with
Makita original new one.
Replacing carbon brushes
Fig.64
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
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.
Fig.65
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 Service Centers,
always using Makita replacement parts.
ACCESSORIES
CAUTION:
These
accessories
or
attachments
are
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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.
Only use
accessory or
attachment for its stated purpose.
If you need any assistance for more details regarding
these accessories, ask your local Makita Service Center.
Steel & Carbide-tipped saw blades
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Sub-fence R
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Vise assembly (Horizontal vise)
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Vertical vise
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Socket wrench 13
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Holder
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Dust bag
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Elbow
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Triangular rule
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Lock-off button (2 pcs.)
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Fluorescent tube (For LS1214F)
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Kerf block
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Hex wrench (For LS1214L)
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Dust box
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