Dust Collection - Makita LC1230 Instruction Manual

CAUTION:
• Before plugging in the tool, always check to see
that the switch trigger actuates properly and returns
to the "OFF" position when released.
• When not using the tool, remove the lock-off button
and store it in a secure place. This prevents
unauthorized operation.
To prevent the switch trigger from being accidentally
pulled, a lock-off button is provided.
To start the tool, depress the lock-off button and pull the
switch trigger. Release the switch trigger to stop.
Setting for desired cutting angle
CAUTION:
• Always tighten the hex bolt securely after changing
the cutting angle.
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To change the cutting angle, loosen the lever. Move the
vise stop so that the indicator will point to the desired
graduation. Then tighten the lever to secure the vise
stop.

Dust collection

CAUTION:
• Do not touch any part of the dust box except its
handle immediately after operation; it may be
extremely hot and could burn your skin.
This tool is equipped with the dust box to collect dust and
cut chips. When the dust box is full, hold the handle of
the dust box and raise it slightly. Then pull the dust box
out of the tool base. Empty the dust box of its contents.
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1. Graduation
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2. Lever
3. indicator
4. Vise stop
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1. Dust box
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ASSEMBLY
CAUTION:
• Always be sure that the tool is switched off and
unplugged before carrying out any work on the tool.
Socket wrench storage
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The socket wrench is stored as shown in the figure.
When using the socket wrench, pull it out of the wrench
holder. After using the socket wrench, return it to the
wrench holder.
Installing or removing saw blade
CAUTION:
• When mounting the blade, make sure that the
direction of the arrow on the surface of the blade
matches the direction of the arrow on the blade
case.
• Use only the Makita socket wrench provided to
install or remove the blade. Failure to do so may
result in overtightening or insufficient tightening of
the hex bolt. This could cause a personal injury.
• Do not touch the blade immediately after operation;
it may be extremely hot and could burn your skin.
To remove the blade, use the socket wrench to loosen
the hex bolt holding the center cover by turning it coun-
terclockwise. Raise the blade guard and center cover.
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Press the shaft lock to lock the spindle and use the
socket wrench to loosen the hex bolt by turning counter-
clockwise. Then remove the hex bolt, outer flange and
blade.
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1. Wrench holder
2. Base
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1. Center cover
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2. Hex bolt
3. Socket wrench
4. Blade guard
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