Makita LS1212 Instruction Manual page 4

19. CHECK DAMAGED PARTS. Before further use of the tool, a guard or other part
that is damaged should be carefully checked to determine that
it
will operate
properly and perform its intended function
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check for alignment of moving parts,
binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, mounting, and any other conditions
that may affect its operation. A guard or other part that is damaged should be
properly repaired or replaced.
20. DIRECTION OF FEED. Feed work into a blade or cutter against the direction of
rotation of the blade or cutter only.
21. NEVER LEAVE TOOL RUNNING UNATTENDED. TURN POWER OFF. Don't leave
tool until
it
comes t o a complete stop.
22. When servicing use only identical replacement parts.
23. POLARIZED PLUGS. To reduce the risk of electric shock, this equipment has a
polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). This plug will fit in a polarized
outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully i n the outlet, reverse the plug.
If
it
still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician t o install the proper outlet.
Do not change the plug in any way.
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Amoere Rating
VOLTAGE WARNING: Before connecting the tool to a power source (receptacle, outlet,
etc.) be sure the voltage supplied is the same as that specified on the nameplate
of the tool. A power source with voltage greater than that specified for the tool can
result in SERIOUS INJURY t o the user
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as well as damage t o the tool. If in doubt,
DO NOT PLUG IN THE TOOL. Using a power source with voltage less than the
nameplate rating is harmful t o the motor.
120 V
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2 5 f t . 50 ft. 100 ft. 150 ft.
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EXTENSION CORDS. Make sure your extension cord is in good condition. When using
an extension cord, be sure to use one heavy enough t o carry the current your product
will draw. A n undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of
power and overheating. Table 1 shows the correct size t o use depending on cord
length and nameplate ampere rating. If in doubt, use the next heavier gage. The smaller
the gage number, the heavier the cord.
Not
More Than More Than
0
6
6 10
10 12
12 16
Table 1. Minimum gage
for
cord
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Volts
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Total length of cord in feet
AWG
18 16 16 14
18 16 14 12
16 16 14 12
14 12 Not Recommended
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