Makita LH1201FL Instruction Manual page 13

the rip fence holder compared to the original
position Tighten the clamping screw (A) securely
after inserting the square nut of the rip fence
holder into the rip fence slit.
Insert the square nut on the rip fence holder into
the back end of either slit of the rip fence so that
they fit as shown in the figure.
Fig.26
The rip fence is factory adjusted so that it is parallel to
the blade surface. Make sure that it is parallel. To check
to be sure that the rip fence is parallel with the blade.
Lower the table to the lowest position so that the blade
appears at the topmost position from the table. Mark
one of the blade teeth with a crayon. Measure the
distance (A) and (B) between the rip fence and blade.
Take both measurements using the tooth marked with
the crayon. These two measurements should be
identical If the rip fence is not parallel with the blade,
proceed as follows:
Fig.27
(1) Turn the adjusting screws counterclockwise.
Fig.28
Fig.29
(2) Shift the back edge of the rip fence slightly to
right or left until it becomes parallel with the
blade.
(3) Tighten the adjusting screw on the rip fence
firmly.
CAUTION:
Be sure to adjust the rip fence so that it is parallel
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with the blade, or a dangerous kickback condition
may occur.
Be sure to adjust the rip fence so that it does not
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contact the top blade guard or saw blade.
Dust bag
Fig.30
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.
NOTE:
In miter saw mode, always insert the dust bag to
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the back nozzle only.
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.
Fig.31
If you connect a vacuum cleaner to your saw, more
efficient and cleaner operations can be performed.
When using in the table saw mode, connect a vacuum
cleaner.
Table saw mode
Fig.32
Miter saw mode
Fig.33
To install the blade cover when using in the table saw
mode (bench mode), turn the turn base to 0°miter angle
(see the section titled "Adjusting miter angle") and place
the blade cover on the turn table so that the blade cover
is centered over the slit for the blade entrance in the
turn table and then lock the handle in the lowest position
by fully pushing in the stopper pin as shown in the figure.
NOTE:
When using the tool in the table saw mode (bench
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mode), make sure that the blade cover is installed
on the turn table.
Securing workpiece
Whenever possible, secure the workpiece with the
optional vise. If you must use your hand to hold the
workpiece, then it must be done firmly and securely so
as not to lose control of the workpiece. Your hand and
arm must be kept well away from the blade area (100
mm minimum). Squeeze the workpiece firmly against
the guide fence with your fingers held over the top of the
guide fence. The workpiece must also rest steadily on
the turn base.
WARNING:
Never use your hand to hold the workpiece that
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requires your hand to be any closer than 100 mm
from the blade area. In this case, always use the
optional vise to secure the workpiece. After any
cutting operation, raise the blade gently. Never
raise the blade until it has come to a complete
stop. Serious injury may result.
CAUTION:
When cutting long workpieces, use supports that
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are as high as the top surface level of the turn
base. Do not rely solely on the vertical vise and/or
horizontal vise (optional) to secure the workpiece.
Thin material tends to sag. Support workpiece
over its entire length to avoid blade pinch and
possible KICKBACK.
Fig.34
Sub-fence (for European countries only)
Fig.35
This tool is equipped with the sub-fence. Usually
position the sub-fence
performing left bevel cuts, flip it outward.
CAUTION:
When performing left bevel cuts, flip the sub-fence
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outward. Otherwise, it will contact the blade or a part of
the tool, causing possible serious injury to the operator.
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inside. However, when