9Switch actionTo prevent the switch trigger from being accidentallypulled, 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:• Before plugging in the tool, always check tosee that the switch trigger actuates properlyand returns to the "OFF" position whenreleased. Do not pull the switch trigger hardwithout pressing in the lock-off button. Thiscan cause switch breakage. Operating a tool witha switch that does not actuate properly can lead toloss of control and serious personal injury.A hole is provided in the switch trigger for insertion of apadlock to lock the tool off.123009491WARNING:• Do not use a lock with a shank or cable anysmaller than 6.35 mm (1/4") in diameter. Asmaller shank or cable may not properly lock thetool in the off position and unintentional operationmay occur resulting in serious personal injury.• NEVER use tool without a fully operativeswitch trigger. Any tool with an inoperative switchis HIGHLY DANGEROUS and must be repairedbefore further usage or serious personal injury mayoccur.• For your safety, this tool is equipped with a lock-offbutton which prevents the tool from unintendedstarting. NEVER use the tool if it runs when yousimply pull the switch trigger without pressing thelock-off button. A switch in need of repair may resultin unintentional operation and serious personalinjury. Return tool to a Makita service center forproper repairs BEFORE further usage.• NEVER defeat the lock-off button by taping down orsome other means. A switch with a defeatedlock-off button may result in unintentional operationand serious personal injury.Electric brakeThis tool is equipped with an electric blade brake. If thetool consistently fails to quickly stop the blade after theswitch trigger is released, have the tool serviced at aMakita service center.CAUTION:• The blade brake system is not a substitute forthe blade guard. Never use tool without afunctioning blade guard. An unguarded blademay result in serious personal injury.Electronic functionConstant speed control• The tool is provided with an electronic speedcontrol which helps maintain a constant bladerotation speed even under load. A constant bladerotation speed will result in a very smooth cut.Soft start feature• This function allows the smooth start-up of the toolby limiting the start-up torque.Laser beam actionFor model LS1016L only1009492CAUTION:• LASER RADIATIONDo not stare into beam.To turn on the laser beam, press the upper position (I) ofthe switch. To turn off the laser beam, press the lowerposition (0) of the switch.Laser line can be shifted to either the left or right side ofthe saw blade by adjusting the adjusting screw asfollows.10094931. Loosen the adjusting screw by turning itcounterclockwise.2. With the adjusting screw loosened, slide theadjusting screw to the right or left as far as it goes.3. Tighten the adjusting screw firmly at the positionwhere it stops sliding.1. Adjusting screw1. Switch for laser1. Switch trigger2. Lock-off button3. Hole for padlock