Adjusting The Bevel Angle; Switch Action - Makita LS1040 Instruction Manual

points to the desired angle on the miter scale, securely
tighten the grip clockwise.
CAUTION:
When turning the turn base, be sure to raise the
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handle fully.
After changing the miter angle, always secure the
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turn base by tightening the grip firmly.

Adjusting the bevel angle

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To adjust the bevel angle, loosen the lever at the rear of
the tool counterclockwise.
Push the handle to the left to 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.
CAUTION:
When tilting the saw blade, be sure to raise the
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handle fully.
After changing the bevel angle, always secure the
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arm by tightening the lever clockwise.

Switch action

CAUTION:
Before plugging in the tool, always check to see
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that the switch trigger actuates properly and returns
to the "OFF" position when released.
When not using the tool, remove the lock-off button
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and store it in a secure place. This prevents
unauthorized operation.
Do not pull the switch trigger hard without pressing
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in the lock-off button. This can cause switch
breakage.
1. Lever
1. Lever
2. Bevel scale
3. Pointer
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For European countries
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To prevent the switch trigger from being accidentally
pulled, a lock-off button is provided. To start the tool,
push the lever to the left, press in the lock-off button and
then pull the switch trigger. Release the switch trigger to
stop.
For all countries other than European countries
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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:
NEVER use tool without a fully operative switch
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trigger. Any tool with an inoperative switch is
HIGHLY DANGEROUS and must be repaired
before further usage.
For your safety, this tool is equipped with a lock-off
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button which prevents the tool from unintended
starting. NEVER use the tool if it runs when you
simply pull the switch trigger without pressing the
lock-off button. Return tool to a Makita service
center for proper repairs BEFORE further usage.
NEVER tape down or defeat purpose and function
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of lock-off button.
ASSEMBLY
CAUTION:
Always be sure that the tool is switched off and
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unplugged before carrying out any work on the tool.
1. Lever
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2. Lock-off button
1. Lock-off button
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2. Switch trigger
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