Adjusting The Bevel Angle; Switch Action - Makita LS1216 Instruction Manual

CAUTION:
After changing the miter angle, always secure the
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turn base by turning the grip 90° counterclockwise.
NOTICE:
When turning the turn base, be sure to raise the
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handle fully.

Adjusting the bevel angle

To adjust the bevel angle, loosen the lever at the rear of
the tool counterclockwise. Push the latch lever forward
as shown in the figure fully while supporting the weight
of the saw head so as to release the pressure on the
lock pin.
When tilting the carriage to the right, tilt the carriage to
the left slightly after loosening the lever and press the
releasing button. With the releasing button being
pressed, tilt the carriage to the right.
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Tilt the saw blade until the pointer points to the desired
angle on the bevel scale. Then tighten the lever
clockwise firmly to secure the arm.
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When the latch lever is pulled towards the front of the
saw, the saw blade can be locked using positive stops
at the right and left 22.5 ° and 33.9 ° angle to the base
1. Lever
1. Latch lever
1. Scale plate
2. Release button
3. Pointer
4. Latch lever
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surface.
When the latch lever is pushed to the back of the saw as
shown in the figure, the saw blade can be locked at any
desired angle within the specified bevel angle range.
CAUTION:
After changing the bevel angle, always secure the
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arm by tightening the lever clockwise.
NOTICE:
When tilting the saw blade be sure the handle is
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fully raised.
When changing bevel angles, be sure to position
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the kerf boards appropriately as explained in the
"Positioning kerf boards" section.
Slide lock adjustment
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To lock the lower slide pole, pull the lock lever towards
the front of the saw.
To lock the upper slide pole, turn the locking screw
clockwise.

Switch action

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:
Before plugging in the tool, always check to
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see that the switch trigger actuates properly
and returns to the "OFF" position when
released. Do not pull the switch trigger hard
without pressing in 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 a
padlock to lock the tool off.
1. Lock lever
2. Locking screw
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