Switch Action; Adjusting The Bevel Angle - Makita LS0714 Instruction Manual

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CAUTION:
When turning the turn base, be sure to raise the
handle fully.
After changing the miter angle, always secure the
turn base by tightening the grip firmly.

Adjusting the bevel angle

Fig.13
Fig.14
To adjust the bevel angle, loosen the lever at the rear of
the tool counterclockwise.
Push the handle to the left to tilt the saw blade until the
pointer points to the desired angle on the bevel scale.
Then tighten the lever clockwise firmly to secure the arm.
To tilt the blade to the right, push the release button at
the rear of the tool while tilting the blade slightly to the
left after loosening the lever. With the release button
depressed, tilt the saw blade to the right.
CAUTION:
When tilting the saw blade, be sure to raise the
handle fully.
After changing the bevel angle, always secure the
arm by tightening the lever clockwise.
When changing bevel angles, be sure to position
the kerf boards appropriately as explained in the
"Positioning kerf boards" section.
Adjusting the lever position
Fig.15
The lever can be repositioned at every angle 30° when
the lever does not provide full tightening.
Loosen and remove the screw that secures the lever at
the rear of the tool. Remove the lever and install it again
so that it is slightly above the level. Secure the lever with
the screw firmly.

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.
Do not pull the switch trigger hard without pressing in
the lock-off button. This can cause switch breakage.
For European countries
Fig.16
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
Fig.17
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
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
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
of lock-off button.
Lighting up the lamps
For model LS0714F, LS0714FL
Fig.18
CAUTION:
This is not a rainproof light. Do not wash the light in
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
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
damage or shorted service time to it.
Do not keep casting the beam of the light to your
eyes. This can cause your eyes to be hurt.
Do not cover the light with clothes, carton,
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.
Move the light to shift an area of lighting.
NOTE:
Use a dry cloth to wipe the dirt off the lens of lamp.
Be careful not to scratch the lens of light, or it may
lower the illumination.
Laser beam action
For model LS0714FL, LS0714L
Fig.19
CAUTION:
Never look into the laser beam. Direct laser beam
may injure your eyes.
LASER RADIATION, DO NOT STARE INTO THE
BEAM OR VIEW DIRECTLY WITH OPTICAL
INSTRUMENTS, CLASS 2M LASER PRODUCT.
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