Maintenance; Adjusting The Cutting Angle; Optional Accessories - Makita LS002G Instruction Manual

MAINTENANCE

WARNING:
Always be sure that the tool is switched
off and the battery cartridge is removed before attempting to
perform inspection or maintenance. Failure to removing the
battery cartridge and switch off the tool may result in accidental
start up of the tool which may result in serious personal injury.
WARNING:
Always be sure that the circular saw
blade is sharp and clean for the best and safest per-
formance. Attempting a cut with a dull and /or dirty blade
may cause kickback and result in a serious personal injury.
NOTICE:
Never use gasoline, benzine, thinner, alcohol
or the like. Discoloration, deformation or cracks may result.
To maintain product SAFETY and RELIABILITY,
repairs, any other maintenance or adjustment should
be performed by Makita Authorized or Factory Service
Centers, always using Makita replacement parts.

Adjusting the cutting angle

This tool is carefully adjusted and aligned at the factory,
but rough handling may have affected the alignment. If
your tool is not aligned properly, perform the following:
Miter angle
Rotate the grip counterclockwise and have the base ready for
the positive stop function using the releasing lever. Then, loosen
the screws that secure the pointer and miter angle scale.
► Fig.68: 1. Grip 2. Releasing lever 3. Screw on
pointer 4. Screws on miter angle scale
5. Miter angle scale
Set the turn base to the 0° position using the positive stop
function. Square the side of the circular saw blade with the
face of the guide fence using a triangular rule or try-square.
While keeping the square, tighten the screws on the miter angle
scale. After that, align the pointer with the 0° position in the
miter angle scale and then tighten the screw on the pointer.
► Fig.69: 1. Triangular rule 2. Pointer
Bevel angle
0° bevel angle
Push the carriage toward the guide fences and lock the
sliding movement with the stopper pin. Lower the carriage
fully and lock it in the lowered position with the stopper
pin. Rotate the grip dial counterclockwise, and then turn
the 0° adjusting bolt through two or three revolutions
counterclockwise to tilt the circular saw blade to the right.
► Fig.70: 1. Grip dial 2. 0° Adjusting bolt 3. Screw on
the pointer
Carefully square the side of the circular saw blade with the top
surface of the turn base using the triangular rule, try-square,
etc. by turning the 0° adjusting bolt clockwise. Then tighten
the grip dial firmly to secure the 0° angle you have set.
► Fig.71: 1. Triangular rule 2. Saw blade 3. Top sur-
face of turn base
Check if the side of the circular saw blade squares with the
top surface of the turn base once again. Loosen the screw
on the pointer and then align the pointer with the 0° posi-
tion in the bevel angle scale and then tighten the screw.
45° bevel angle
NOTICE:
Before adjusting the 45° bevel angle,
finish 0° bevel angle adjustment.
Loosen the grip dial and tilt the carriage fully to the side
that you want to check. Check if the pointer indicates
the 45° position in the bevel angle scale.
► Fig.72: 1. Grip dial
If the pointer does not indicate the 45° position, align it
with the 45° position by turning the 45° adjusting bolt.
► Fig.73: 1. Right 45° adjusting bolt 2. Left 45° adjusting bolt
Cleaning the lamp lens
NOTICE:
Do not remove the screw which secures the
lens. If the lens does not come out, loosen the screw further.
NOTICE:
Use a dry cloth to wipe the dirt off the
lens of the lamp. Be careful not to scratch the lens
of lamp, or it may lower the illumination.
NOTICE:
Do not use solvents or any petro-
leum-based cleaners on the lens.
The LED light becomes hard to see as the lens for the
light gets dirty. Clean the lens at regular intervals.
Remove the battery cartridge. Loosen the screw and pull
out the lens. Clean the lens gently with a damp soft cloth.
► Fig.74: 1. Screw 2. Lens
After use
After use, wipe off chips and dust adhering to the tool with a cloth
or the like. Keep the blade guard clean according to the directions
in the previously mentioned in the section for the blade guard.
Lubricate the sliding portions with machine oil to prevent rust.

OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES

WARNING:
ments are recommended for use with your Makita tool
specified in this manual. The use of any other accesso-
ries or attachments may result in serious personal injury.
WARNING:
attachment for its stated purpose. Misuse of an acces-
sory or attachment may result in serious personal injury.
If you need any assistance for more details regarding
these accessories, ask your local Makita Service Center.
• Carbide-tipped saw blades
• Vertical vise
• Horizontal vise
• Dust bag
• Triangular rule
• Hex wrench
• Wireless unit
• Stand sets
• Makita genuine battery and charger
NOTE: Some items in the list may be included in the
tool package as standard accessories. They may
differ from country to country.
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These Makita accessories or attach-
Only use the Makita accessory or