Makita LS1040S - Manuals

6 1 001792 This tool should be bolted with two bolts to a level and stable surface using the bolt holes provided in the tool's base. This will help prevent tipping and possible injury. 1 001856 FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION CAUTION: • Always be sure that the tool is switched off and unplugged before adjust...

7 Maintaining maximum cutting capacity 1 2 002257 2 1 3 001540 This tool is factory adjusted to provide the maximum cutting capacity for a 260 mm saw blade. When installing a new blade, always check the lower limit position of the blade and if necessary, adjust it as follows: First, unplug the tool....

8 • When not using the tool, remove the lock-off button and store it in a secure place. This prevents unauthorized operation. • Do not pull the switch trigger hard without pressing in the lock-off button. This can cause switch breakage. For European countries 2 1 004853 To prevent the switch trigger...

9 2 1 4 3 001787 CAUTION: For all countries other than European countries 1 2 3 4 5 6 004852 CAUTION: • The silver ring 25.4 mm in outer diameter is factory-installed onto the spindle. The black ring 25 mm in outer diameter is included as standard equipment. Before mounting the blade onto the spindl...

10 This tool is equipped with the sub-fence. It should be positioned as shown in the figure. CAUTION: • When performing left bevel cuts, flip the fence over to the left position as shown in the figure. Otherwise, it will contact the blade or a part of the tool, causing possible serious injury to the...

11 When cutting long workpieces, use the holder-rod assembly (optional accessory). It consists of two holder assemblies and two rods 12. 2 1 002246 CAUTION: • Always support long workpieces level with the top surface of the turn base for accurate cuts and to prevent dangerous loss of control of the ...

12 Miter angle Bevel angle Left and Right 0 - 45 45 006366 When performing compound cutting, refer to "Press cutting", "Miter cutting" and "Bevel cut" explanations. 5. Cutting aluminum extrusion 12 345 001844 When securing aluminum extrusions, use spacer blocks or pieces of s...

13 001774 CAUTION: • Always secure all moving portions before carrying the tool. • Stopper pin is for carrying and storage purposes only and not for any cutting operations. MAINTENANCE CAUTION: • Always be sure that the tool is switched off and unplugged before attempting to perform inspection or ma...

14 1 2 3 4 001769 (2) 45° bevel angle 1 2 3 4 001770 Adjust the 45° bevel angle only after performing 0° bevel angle adjustment. To adjust left 45° bevel angle, loosen the lever and tilt the blade to the left fully. Make sure that the pointer on the arm points to 45° on the bevel scale on the arm. I...