Adjusting The Bevel Angle - Makita LS711D Instruction Manual

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1. Turn base
2. Miter scale
3. Pointer
4. Grip
5. Lock lever
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1. Lever
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1. Pointer
2. Bevel scale
3. Arm
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1. Lock-off button
2. Switch trigger
Adjusting the miter angle
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Loosen the grip by turning counterclockwise. Turn the turn
base while pressing down the lock lever. When you have
moved the grip to the position where the pointer points to the
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desired angle on the miter scale, securely tighten the grip
clockwise.
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CAUTION:
• When turning the turn base, be sure to raise the handle
fully.
• After changing the miter angle, always secure the 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 handle
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fully.
• After changing the bevel angle, always secure the arm
by tightening the lever clockwise.
• When changing bevel angles, be sure to position the kerf
boards appropriately as explained in the "Positioning kerf
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boards" section.
Switch action
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CAUTION:
• Before inserting the battery cartridge into 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.
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