Blade Guard; Installation; Functional Description - Makita LS1440 Instruction Manual

INSTALLATION

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1. Handle latch
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1. Bolt
FUNCTIONAL
DESCRIPTION

1. Blade guard

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Bench mounting
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When the tool is shipped, the handle is locked in the lowered
position by the handle latch. Release the handle latch by low-
ering the handle slightly and turn the handle latch to the
released position.
This tool should be bolted with four bolts to a level and stable
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surface using the bolt holes provided in the tool's base. This
will help prevent tipping and possible injury.
CAUTION:
• Always be sure that the tool is switched off and
unplugged before adjusting or checking function on the
tool.
Blade guard
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When lowering the handle, the blade guard rises automati-
cally. The guard is spring loaded so it returns to its original
position when the cut is completed and the handle is raised.
NEVER DEFEAT OR REMOVE THE BLADE GUARD OR
THE SPRING WHICH ATTACHES TO THE GUARD.
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In the interest of your personal safety, always maintain the
blade guard in good condition. Any irregular operation of the
blade guard should be corrected immediately. Check to
assure spring loaded return action of guard. NEVER USE
THE TOOL IF THE BLADE GUARD OR SPRING ARE DAM-
AGED, FAULTY OR REMOVED. DOING SO IS HIGHLY
DANGEROUS AND CAN CAUSE SERIOUS PERSONAL
INJURY.