Switch Action; Securing Workpiece - Makita MLS100 Instruction Manual

Switch action

WARNING:
Before plugging in the tool,
always check to see that the switch trigger actu-
ates properly and returns to the "OFF" position
when released. Operating a tool with a switch that
does not actuate properly can lead to loss of control
and serious personal injury.
WARNING:
NEVER use tool without a fully
operative switch trigger. Any tool with an inoper-
ative switch is HIGHLY DANGEROUS and must be
repaired before further usage or serious personal
injury may occur.
► Fig.15: 1. Switch trigger 2. Lock-off button
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.
ASSEMBLY
CAUTION:
Always be sure that the tool is
switched off and 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 unplugged before installing or
removing the blade.
CAUTION:
Use only the Makita wrench pro-
vided to 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.
When removing or installing the blade, keep the handle
in the raised position.
To remove the blade, use the wrench to loosen the hex
bolt holding the center cover by turning it counterclock-
wise. Raise the blade guard and center cover.
► Fig.16: 1. Wrench 2. Center cover
► Fig.17: 1. Hex bolt
Press the shaft lock to lock the spindle and use the
wrench to loosen the hex bolt clockwise. Then remove
the hex bolt, outer flange and blade.
► Fig.18: 1. Hex bolt 2. Wrench
To install the blade, mount it carefully onto the spindle,
making sure that the direction of the arrow on the sur-
face of the blade matches the direction of the arrow on
the blade case.
► Fig.19: 1. Blade case 2. Arrow 3. Arrow 4. Saw
blade
Install the outer flange and hex bolt, and then use the
wrench to tighten the hex bolt (left-handed) securely
counterclockwise while pressing the shaft lock.
► Fig.20: 1. Spindle 2. Flange 3. Saw blade 4. Flange
5. Hex bolt 6. Ring
CAUTION:
The ring 25.4 mm or 30 mm in
outer diameter is factory-installed onto the spin-
dle. 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.
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.
Sub-fence
Country specific
WARNING:
flip the sub-fence outward. Otherwise, it may con-
tact the blade or a part of the tool, and may result in
serious injury to the operator.
► Fig.21: 1. Sub-fence
This tool is equipped with the sub-fence. Usually posi-
tion the sub-fence inside. However, when performing
left bevel cuts, flip it outward.
Connecting a vacuum cleaner
When you wish to perform clean cutting operation,
connect a Makita vacuum cleaner.
► Fig.22
Dust bag
► Fig.23: 1. Dust bag
► Fig.24: 1. Fastener
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.

Securing workpiece

WARNING:
secure the workpiece properly and tightly with
the vise. Failure to do so can cause the tool to be
damaged and/or the workpiece to be destroyed.
PERSONAL INJURY MAY ALSO RESULT. Also,
after a cutting operation, DO NOT raise the blade
until the blade has come to a complete stop.
CAUTION:
When cutting long workpieces,
use supports that are as high as the top surface
level of the turn base. Do not rely solely on the
vertical vise and/or horizontal vise to secure the
workpiece. Thin material tends to sag. Support
workpiece over its entire length to avoid blade
pinch and possible KICKBACK.
► Fig.25: 1. Support 2. Turn base
12 ENGLISH
When performing left bevel cuts,
It is extremely important to always