223. Lower the blade by lowering the handle and justcheck to see where the cutting line and theposition of the saw blade is. (Decide whichposition to cut on the line of cut.)4. After deciding the correct position of the line inrelation to the blade, return the handle to theoriginal position. Secure the workpiece with thevertical vise without shifting the workpiece fromthe pre-checked position.5. Plug the tool and turn on the laser switch.6. Adjust the position of laser line as follows.The position of laser line can be changed as the movablerange of the adjusting screw for the laser is changed byturning two screws with a hex wrench. (The movablerange of laser line is factory adjusted within 1 mm fromthe side surface of blade.)To shift the laser line movable range further away fromthe side surface of blade, turn the two screwscounterclockwise after loosening the adjusting screw.Turn these two screws clockwise to shift it closer to theside surface of the blade after loosening the adjustingscrew.Refer to the section titled "Laser line action" and adjustthe adjusting screw so that the cutting line on yourworkpiece is aligned with the laser line.NOTE:• Check the position of laser line regularly foraccuracy .• Have the tool repaired by a Makita authorizedservice center for any failure on the laser unit.Cleaning the laser light lensFor models LS1016L and LS1016FL onlyFig.63If the lens for the laser light becomes dirty, or sawdustadheres to it in such a way that the laser line is no longereasily visible, unplug the saw and remove and clean thelens for the laser light carefully with a damp, soft cloth.Do not use solvents or any petroleum-based cleaners onthe lens.Fig.64To remove the lens for the laser light, remove the sawblade before removing the lens according to theinstructions in the section titled "Installing or removingsaw blade".Loosen but do not remove the screw which secures thelens using a screwdriver.Pull out the lens as shown in the figure.NOTE:• If the lens does not come out, loosen the screwfurther and pull out the lens again without removingthe screw.Replacing carbon brushesFig.65Remove and check the carbon brushes regularly.Replace when they wear down to the limit mark. Keepthe carbon brushes clean and free to slip in the holders.Both carbon brushes should be replaced at the sametime. Use only identical carbon brushes.Fig.66Use a screwdriver to remove the brush holder caps. Takeout the worn carbon brushes, insert the new ones andsecure the brush holder caps.After replacing brushes, plug in the tool and break inbrushes by running tool with no load for about 10 minutes.Then check the tool while running and electric brakeoperation when releasing the switch trigger. If the electricbrake is not working correctly, have the tool repaired by aMakita service centerAfter use• After use, wipe off chips and dust adhering to thetool with a cloth or the like. Keep the blade guardclean according to the directions in the previouslycovered section titled "Blade guard". Lubricate thesliding portions with machine oil to prevent rust.• When storing the tool, pull the carriage toward youfully so that the slide pole is thoroughly inserted intothe turn base.To maintain product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs,any other maintenance or adjustment should beperformed by Makita Authorized Service Centers, alwaysusing Makita replacement parts.ACCESSORIESWARNING:• These Makita accessories or attachments arerecommended for use with your Makita toolspcified in this manual. The use of any otheraccessories or attachments may result in seriouspersonal injury.• Only use the Makita accessory or attachmentfor its stated purpose. Misuse of an accessory orattachment may result in serious personal injury.If you need any assistance for more details regardingthese accessories, ask your local Makita Service Center.• Steel & Carbide-tipped saw bladesMiter saw blades For smooth and precise cutting in various materials.Combination General purpose blade for fast and smooth rip,crosscuts and miters.Crosscutting For smoother cross grain cuts. Slices cleanlyagainst the grain.Fine cross cuts For sand-free cuts cleanly against the grain.Non-ferrous metalsmiter saw bladesFor miters in aluminum, copper, brass, tubing,and other non-ferrous metals.006526