Makita LS1030N Instruction Manual

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11Carrying toolMake sure that the tool is unplugged. Secure the turnbase at right miter angle fully by means of the grip. Lowerthe handle fully and lock it in the lowered position bypushing in the stopper pin.Carry the tool by carrying grip as shown in the figure. Ifyou remove the holders, dust bag, etc., you can carry thetool more easily.CAUTION:• Always secure all moving portions before carryingthe tool.• Stopper pin is for carrying and storage purposesonly and not for any cutting operations.MAINTENANCECAUTION:• Always be sure that the tool is switched off andunplugged before attempting to perform inspectionor maintenance.WARNING:• Always be sure that the blade is sharp and clean forthe best and safest performance.Adjusting the cutting angleThis tool is carefully adjusted and aligned at the factory,but rough handling may have affected the alignment. Ifyour tool is not aligned properly, perform the following:Loosen the grip which secures the turn base. Turnthe turn base so that the pointer points to 0° on themiter scale. Tighten the grip and loosen the hexbolts securing the guide fence using the socketwrench.Lower the handle fully and lock it in the loweredposition by pushing in the stopper pin. Square theside of the blade with the face of the guide fenceusing a triangular rule, try-square, etc. Thensecurely tighten the hex bolts on the guide fence inthe order from the right side.Replacing carbon brushesRemove 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.Use a screwdriver to remove the brush holder caps. Takeout the worn carbon brushes, insert the new ones andsecure the brush holder caps.1. Stopper pin10017920017741. Hex bolt1. Triangular rule2. Grip3. Guide fence1. Limit mark10017811230017801001145