Page 2 - SPECIFICATIONS; Blade diameter; • Specifications may differ from country to country.
2 SPECIFICATIONS Blade diameter : ............................................................................................. 255 mm (10”) Hole diameter : ........................................................................................... 15.88 mm (5/8”) Max. Miter angle : ...................
Page 4 - Before connecting the tool to a power source (receptacle, outlet,; USE PROPER EXTENSION CORD.; Make sure your extension cord is in good condition.; ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES
4 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 SERIOUSINJURY to the user - as well as...
Page 6 - SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
6 INJURY as shown in the figure. ALWAYSuse vise to secure workpiece. 30. Do not abuse cord. Never yank cord todisconnect it from the receptacle. Keepcord away from heat, oil, water and sharpobjects. 31. NEVER stack workpieces on the table topto speed cutting operations. Cut only onepiece at a time. ...
Page 7 - INSTALLATION; Bench mounting
7 INSTALLATION 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 handle slightly and pulling the stopper pin. This tool should be bolted with four bolts to a level and stablesurface using the bolt holes p...
Page 8 - Positioning kerf board
8 If the see-through blade guard becomes dirty, or sawdustadheres to it in such a way that the blade is no longer easilyvisible, unplug the saw and clean the guard carefully with adamp cloth. Do not use solvents or any petroleum-basedcleaners on the plastic guard. If the blade guard is especially di...
Page 9 - Maintaining maximum cutting capacity
9 First, unplug the tool. Loosen all the screws (2 each on leftand right) securing the kerf boards. Re-tighten them only tothe extent that the kerf boards can still be easily moved byhand. Lower the handle fully and push in the stopper pin tolock the handle in the lowered position. Loosen the knobwh...
Page 12 - Lighting up the lamps; Move the light to shift an area of lighting.; ASSEMBLY; Socket wrench storage
12 Lighting up the lamps CAUTION: • This is not a rainproof light. Do not wash the light inwater or use it in a rain or a wet area. Such a conductcan cause an electric shock and fume. • Do not touch the lens of the light, as it is very hot while itis lighted or shortly after it is turned off. This m...
Page 13 - Installing or removing saw blade
13 Installing or removing saw blade CAUTION: • Always be sure that the tool is switched off andunplugged before installing or removing the blade. • Use only the Makita socket wrench provided to install orremove the blade. Failure to do so may result inovertightening or insufficient tightening of the...
Page 16 - Vertical vise; or
16 Vertical vise The vertical vise can be installed in two positions on eitherthe left or right side of the guide fence or the base. Insert thevise rod into the hole in the guide fence or the base andtighten the screw to secure the vise rod. Position the vise arm according to the thickness and shape...
Page 17 - Holders; OPERATION
17 CAUTION: • Always rotate the vise nut to the right fully when securingthe workpiece. Failure to do so may result in insufficientsecuring of the workpiece. This could cause theworkpiece to be thrown, cause damage to the blade orcause the loss of control, which can result inPERSONAL INJURY. Holders...
Page 20 - Cutting crown and cove moldings; wall angle crown molding,; Measuring; is the same as wall length. Adjust cut length for; In the case of left bevel cut
20 When performing compound cutting, refer to “Press cut-ting”, “Slide cutting”, “Miter cutting” and “Bevel cut”explanations. 6. Cutting crown and cove moldings Crown and cove moldings can be cut on a compoundmiter saw with the moldings laid flat on the turn base. There are two common types of crown...
Page 21 - In the case of right bevel cut
21 Example: In the case of cutting 52/38 ° type crown molding for position (1) in Fig. A: • Tilt and secure bevel angle setting to 33.9 ° LEFT. • Adjust and secure miter angle setting to 31.6 ° RIGHT. • Lay crown molding with its broad back (hidden)surface down on the turn base with its CEILINGCONTA...
Page 23 - Wall to Crown Molding Angle: 52/38 degrees
23 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....
Page 24 - Wall to Crown Molding Angle: 45 degrees
24 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...
Page 26 - Cutting aluminum extrusion; Carrying tool; Make sure that the tool is unplugged. Secure the blade at 0
26 7. Cutting aluminum extrusion When securing aluminum extrusions, use spacer blocksor pieces of scrap as shown in the figure to preventdeformation of the aluminum. Use a cutting lubricantwhen cutting the aluminum extrusion to prevent build-upof the aluminum material on the blade. CAUTION: • Never ...
Page 27 - MAINTENANCE; Adjusting the cutting angle; on the miter
27 Carry the tool by holding both sides of the tool base asshown in the figure. If you remove the holders, dust bag, etc.,you can carry the tool more easily. CAUTION: • Always secure all moving portions before carrying thetool. • Stopper pin is for carrying and storage purposes onlyand not for any c...
Page 29 - Replacing fluorescent tube
29 Make sure that the two pointers on the arm point toeach 0 ° on the bevel scale on the arm holder. If they do not point to 0 ° , loosen the screws which secure the pointers and adjust them so that they will pointto 0 ° . (2) 45 ° bevel angle Adjust the 45 ° bevel angle only after performing 0 ° be...
Page 30 - Remove screws, which secure Lamp Box for the light.; Replacing carbon brushes
30 • Leave the florescent tube for a while immediately after ause of it and then replace it. If not. You may burnyourself. Remove screws, which secure Lamp Box for the light. Pull out the Lamp Box keeping pushing lightly the upper posi-tion of it as illustrated on the left. Pull out the fluorescent ...
Page 31 - ACCESSORIES
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...
Page 32 - Memo
Page 34 - MAIL THIS PORTION; Your answers to the following questions are appreciated.; Please return this portion by facsimile or mail.
34 1. This product was purchased from: Home Center Hardware/Lumber Store Tool Distributor Industrial Supply Construction Supply Other ( ) 3. How did you learn about this product: Magazine From Dealer Newspaper Store Display Catalog Radio Exhibition From Friend Previous Usage Other ( ) 2. Use of the ...
Page 35 - FACTORY SERVICE CENTERS; RETAIN THIS PORTION FOR YOUR RECORDS
35 FACTORY SERVICE CENTERS 1-800-4-MAKITA RETAIN THIS PORTION FOR YOUR RECORDS ARIZONA 3707 E. Broadway Rd., Ste. 6 Phoenix, AZ 85040 (602) 437-2850 CALIFORNIA 41850 Christy St. Fremont, CA 94538-5107 (510) 657-9881 14930 Northam St. La Mirada, CA 90638-5753 (714) 522-8088 1970 Fulton Avenue Sacrame...
Page 36 - WARNING; MAKITA LIMITED ONE YEAR WARRANTY; Warranty Policy; Makita Corporation of America
WARNING Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and otherconstruction activities contains chemicals known to the State of Californiato cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some examplesof these chemicals are:• lead from lead-based paints, • crystalline sili...
