Use Proper Extension Cord; Additional Safety Rules - Makita LS1440 Instruction Manual

USE PROPER EXTENSION CORD. Make sure your extension cord is in good condition.
When using an extension cord, be sure to use one heavy enough to carry the current your
product will draw. An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of
power and overheating. Table 1 shows the correct size to use depending on cord length and
nameplate ampere rating. If in doubt, use the next heavier gage. The smaller the gage num-
ber, the heavier the cord.
Ampere Rating
More Than
0
6
10
12

ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES

DO NOT let comfort or familiarity with product (gained from
repeated use) replace strict adherence to miter saw safety rules.
If you use this tool unsafely or incorrectly, you can suffer seri-
ous personal injury.
1. Wear eye protection.
2. Keep hands out of path of saw blade.
Avoid contact with any coasting blade. It
can still cause severe injury.
3. Do not operate saw without guards in
place. Check blade guard for proper clos-
ing before each use. Do not operate saw if
blade guard does not move freely and
close instantly. Never clamp or tie the
blade guard into the open position.
4. Do not perform any operation freehand.
The workpiece must be secured firmly
against the turn base and guide fence with
a vise during all operations. Never use
your hand to secure the workpiece.
5. Never reach around saw blade.
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Table 1: Minimum gage for cord
Not More Than
6
10
12
16
Volts Total length of cord in feet
120 V 25 ft.
18
18
16
14
6. Turn off tool and wait for saw blade to
stop before moving workpiece or chang-
ing settings.
7. Unplug tool before changing blade or ser-
vicing.
8. Always secure all moving portions before
carrying the tool.
9. Do not use the tool in the presence of
flammable liquids or gases.
10. Check the blade carefully for cracks or
damage
cracked or damaged blade immediately.
Gum and wood pitch hardened on blades
slows saw and increases potential for
kickback. Keep blade clean by first remov-
ing it from tool, then cleaning it with gum
and pitch remover, hot water or kerosene.
Never use gasoline to clean blade.
50 ft. 100 ft.
AWG
16 16
16 14
16 14
12 Not Recommended
before operation.
150 ft.
14
12
12
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