Switch Action - Makita LS1040 Instruction Manual

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
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button 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
Fig.15
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.16
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.
ASSEMBLY
CAUTION:
Always be sure that the tool is switched off and
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unplugged before carrying out any work on the
tool.
Installing or removing saw blade
CAUTION:
Always be sure that the tool is switched off and
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unplugged before installing or removing the blade.
Use only the Makita socket wrench provided to
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install or remove the blade. Failure to do so may
result in overtightening or insufficient tightening of
the hex bolt. This could cause an injury.
Lock the handle in the raised position by pushing in the
stopper pin.
To remove the blade, use the socket wrench to loosen the
hex bolt holding the center cover by turning it
counterclockwise. Raise the blade guard and center cover.
Fig.17
Press the shaft lock to lock the spindle and use the
socket wrench to loosen the hex bolt clockwise. Then
remove the hex bolt, outer flange and blade.
Fig.18
To install the blade, mount it carefully onto the spindle,
making sure that the direction of the arrow on the surface
of the blade matches the direction of the arrow on the
blade case. Install the outer flange and hex bolt, and then
use the socket wrench to tighten the hex bolt (left-handed)
securely counterclockwise while pressing the shaft lock.
Fig.19
CAUTION:
For all countries other than European countries
Fig.20
CAUTION:
The silver ring 25.4 mm in outer diameter is
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factory-installed onto the spindle. The black ring
25 mm in outer diameter is included as standard
equipment. Before mounting the blade onto the
spindle, always be sure that the correct ring for the
arbor hole of the blade you intend to use is
installed onto the spindle.
For European countries
The ring 30 mm in outer diameter is factory-
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installed between the inner and outer flanges.
Install the outer flange and hex bolt, and then use the
socket wrench to tighten the hex bolt (left-handed)
securely counterclockwise while pressing the shaft lock.
Return the blade guard and center cover to its original
position. Then tighten the hex bolt clockwise to secure
the center cover. Lower the handle to make sure that
the blade guard moves properly. Make sure shaft lock
has released spindle before making cut.
Dust bag
Fig.21
The use of the dust bag makes cutting operations clean
and dust collection easy. To attach the dust bag, fit it
onto the dust nozzle.
When the dust bag is about half full, remove the dust
bag from the tool and pull the fastener out. Empty the
dust bag of its contents, tapping it lightly so as to
remove particles adhering to the insides which might
hamper further collection.
NOTE:
If you connect a Makita vacuum cleaner to your saw,
more efficient and cleaner operations can be performed.
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