Makita BLS820 - Manual

8 INSTALLATION Installing auxiliary plate Installing the auxiliary plate using the notch in the tool’s baseand secure it by tightening the hex bolt. Bench mounting When the tool is shipped, the handle is locked in the loweredposition by the stopper pin. Release the stopper pin by lower-ing the handl...

11 • Check the sound of cooling fan, vent on the charger andbattery, which can be sometime clogged with dust. • The cooling system is in order although no sound ofcooling fan comes out, if the yellow warning light will notflash. • Always keep clean the vent on charger and battery forcooling. • The p...

12 Blade guard When lowering the handle, the blade guard rises automati-cally. The guard is spring loaded so it returns to its originalposition when the cut is completed and the handle is raised.NEVER DEFEAT OR REMOVE THE BLADE GUARD ORTHE SPRING WHICH ATTACHES TO THE GUARD. In the interest of your ...

15 • Do not pull the switch trigger hard without pressing in thelock-off button. This can cause switch breakage. To prevent the switch trigger from being accidentally pulled, alock-off button is provided. To start the tool, press in the lock-off button and pull the switch trigger. Release the switch...

19 Vertical vise The vertical vise can be installed in two positions on eitherthe left or right side of the guide fence or the holder assembly(optional accessory). Insert the vise rod into the hole in theguide fence or the holder assembly and tighten the screw tosecure the vise rod. Position the vis...

20 CAUTION: • Grip the workpiece only when the projection is at thetopmost position. Failure to do so may result ininsufficient securing of the workpiece. This could causethe workpiece to be thrown, cause damage to the bladeor cause the loss of control, which can result inPERSONAL INJURY. Holders an...

22 • When pressing the handle down, apply pressure parallelto the blade. If the pressure is not parallel to the bladeduring a cut, the angle of the blade might be shifted andthe precision of the cut will be impaired. 4. Compound cutting Compound cutting is the process in which a bevel angleis made a...

25 EN0002-1 Compound Miter Saw Miter and Bevel Angle Settings 000031 52˚ 38˚ Ceiling W all Wall to Crown Molding Angle: 52/38 degrees Wall Angle (deg.) Bevel Angle (deg.) Miter Angle (deg.) Wall Angle (deg.) Bevel Angle (deg.) Miter Angle (deg.) Wall Angle (deg.) Bevel Angle (deg.) Miter Angle (deg....

26 EN0003-1 Compound Miter Saw Miter and Bevel Angle Settings 000032 45˚ 45˚ Ceiling W all Wall to Crown Molding Angle: 45 degrees Wall Angle (deg.) Bevel Angle (deg.) Miter Angle (deg.) Wall Angle (deg.) Bevel Angle (deg.) Miter Angle (deg.) Wall Angle (deg.) Bevel Angle (deg.) Miter Angle (deg.) 6...

27 6. Cutting repetitive lengths When cutting several pieces of stock to the same length,ranging from 220 mm (8-5/8”) to 365 mm (14-3/8”), useof the set plate (optional accessory) will facilitate moreefficient operation. Install the set plate on the holder(optional accessory) as shown in the figure....

28 WARNING: • Always be sure that the blade is sharp and clean for thebest and safest performance. Adjusting the cutting angle This tool is carefully adjusted and aligned at the factory, butrough handling may have affected the alignment. If your toolis not aligned properly, perform the following: 1....

31 ACCESSORIES CAUTION: • These accessories or attachments are recommended foruse with your Makita tool specified in this manual. Theuse of any other accessories or attachments mightpresent a risk of injury to persons. Only use accessoryor attachment for its stated purpose. If you need any assistanc...

34 Your answers to the following questions are appreciated. Date Purchased Model No. Serial No. Initial Last Name Street Address City Province AGE: Male Female Married Single Month Day Year 20 Under 19 20-29 30-39 40-49 Over 50 Paste Paste Paste Paste Paste Paste Paste Paste P aste P aste P aste P a...

35 Factory Service Centres For the authorized service centre nearest you please refer to the local yellow pages directory under “tools” or con-tact our customer service department (Tel) 1-800-263-3734 When you need service... • Explain the problem in a letter • Enclose the letter with the tool • Pac...

Warranty Policy Every Makita tool is thoroughly inspected and tested before leaving the factory. It is warranted to be free of defects fromworkmanship and materials for the period of ONE YEAR from the date of original purchase. Should any trouble develop duringthis one year period, return the COMPLE...