Assembly - Makita LS1018 Instruction Manual

the lock-off button. This can cause switch
breakage. Operating a tool with a switch that does not
actuate properly can lead to loss of control and serious
personal injury.
A hole is provided in the switch trigger for insertion of
padlock to lock the tool off.
WARNING:
• Do not use a lock with a shank or cable any smaller
than 6.35 mm in diameter. A smaller shank or cable
may not properly lock the tool in the off position and
unintentional operation may occur resulting in serious
personal injury.
• 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 or serious personal injury may occur.
• 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. A switch in need of repair may result in
unintentional operation and serious personal injury.
Return tool to a Makita service center for proper repairs
BEFORE further usage.
• NEVER defeat the lock-off button by taping down or
some other means. A switch with a defeated lock-off
button may result in unintentional operation and
serious personal injury.
Electronic function
Soft start feature
• This function allows the smooth start-up of the tool by
limiting the start-up torque.
Laser beam action
For model LS1018L only
NOTE:
• Before the first use, install the dry cells provided
separately from the tool in the cell box. Refer to the
section titled "Replacing the dry cells for laser unit" for
the installment.
CAUTION:
• When not in use, be sure to turn off the laser. (Fig. 18)
CAUTION:
• Never look into the laser beam. Direct laser beam may
injure your eyes.
• LASER RADIATION, DO NOT STARE INTO THE
BEAM, CLASS 2 LASER PRODUCT.
• Before shifting the laser line or performing
maintenance adjustment, be sure to unplug the tool.
To turn on the laser beam, press the upper position (I) of
the switch. To turn off the laser beam, press the lower
position (0) of the switch.
Laser line can be shifted to either the left or right side of
the saw blade by loosening the screw holding the laser
unit box and shifting it in the desired direction. After
shifting, be sure to tighten the screw. (Fig. 19)
Laser line is factory adjusted so that it is positioned within
1 mm from the side surface of the blade (cutting position).
NOTE:
• When laser line appears dim and hard to see because
of direct sunlight, relocate the work area to a place
where there is less direct sunlight.
Replacing the dry cells for laser unit
(Fig. 20 & 21)
Remove the lid for the dry cells for laser unit by sliding
while pressing it. Take out the old dry cells and put the
new ones as shown in the figure. After replacing, return
the lid to cover it.
Cleaning of the lens for the laser light
If the lens for the laser light becomes dirty, or sawdust
adheres to it in such a way that the laser line is no longer
easily visible, unplug the saw and remove and clean the
lens for the laser light carefully with a damp, soft cloth. Do
not use solvents or any petroleum-based cleaners on the
lens.
NOTE:
• When laser line is dim and almost or entirely invisible
because of the direct sunlight in the indoor or outdoor
window-by work, relocate the work area to a place not
exposed to the direct sunlight.

ASSEMBLY

WARNING:
• Always be sure that the tool is switched off and
unplugged before working on the tool. Failure to
switch off and unplug the tool may result in serious
personal injury.
Storage of socket wrench with hex
wrench on its other end (Fig. 22)
The socket wrench is stored as shown in the figure. When
the socket wrench is needed it can be pulled out of the
wrench holder.
After using the socket wrench it can be stored by returning
it to the wrench holder.
Installing or removing saw blade
WARNING:
• Always be sure that the tool is switched off and
unplugged before installing or removing the blade.
Accidental start up of the tool may result in serious
personal injury.
• Use only the Makita socket wrench provided to
install or remove the blade. Failure to use the wrench
may result in overtightening or insufficient tightening of
the hex bolt and serious personal injury. (Fig. 23)
Lock the handle in the raised position by pushing in the
stopper pin. (Fig. 24)
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. 25)
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.
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