Makita LS1018 Instruction Manual

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13Electronic functionSoft start feature• This function allows the smooth start-up of the toolby limiting the start-up torque.Laser beam actionFor model LS1018L onlyNOTE:• Before the first use, install the dry cells providedseparately from the tool in the cell box. Refer to thesection titled "Replacing the dry cells for laser unit"for the installment.CAUTION:• When not in use, be sure to turn off the laserFig.18CAUTION:• Never look into the laser beam. Direct laser beammay injure your eyes.• LASER RADIATION, DO NOT STARE INTO THEBEAM, CLASS 2 LASER PRODUCT.• Before shifting the laser line or performingmaintenance adjustment, be sure to unplug thetool.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 loosening the screw holding the laserunit box and shifting it in the desired direction. Aftershifting, be sure to tighten the screw.1010473Laser line is factory adjusted so that it is positioned within1 mm from the side surface of the blade (cuttingposition).NOTE:• When laser line appears dim and hard to seebecause of direct sunlight, relocate the work area toa place where there is less direct sunlight.Replacing the dry cells for laser unitFig.19Fig.20Remove the lid for the dry cells for laser unit by slidingwhile pressing it. Take out the old dry cells and put thenew ones as shown in the figure. After replacing, returnthe lid to cover it.Cleaning of the lens for the laser lightIf 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.NOTE:• When laser line is dim and almost or entirelyinvisible because of the direct sunlight in the indooror outdoor window-by work, relocate the work areato a place not exposed to the direct sunlight.ASSEMBLYWARNING:• Always be sure that the tool is switched off andunplugged before working on the tool. Failure toswitch off and unplug the tool may result in seriouspersonal injury.Storage of socket wrench with hex wrench onits other endFig.21The socket wrench is stored as shown in the figure.When the socket wrench is needed it can be pulled out ofthe wrench holder. After using the socket wrench it canbe stored by returning it to the wrench holder.Installing or removing saw bladeWARNING:• Always be sure that the tool is switched off andunplugged before installing or removing theblade. Accidental start up of the tool may result inserious personal injury.• Use only the Makita socket wrench provided toinstall or remove the blade.Failure to use thewrench may result in overtightening or insufficienttightening of the hex bolt and serious personalinjury.Fig.22Lock the handle in the raised position by pushing in thestopper pin.Fig.23To remove the blade, use the socket wrench to loosenthe hex bolt holding the center cover by turning itcounterclockwise. Raise the blade guard and centercover.1. Screw holding the laser unit box

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