Makita LS1040 Instruction Manual

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59. Do not use the tool in the presence offlammable liquids or gases.10. Check the blade carefully for cracks ordamage before operation. Replacecracked or damaged blade immediately.Gum and wood pitch hardened on bladesslows saw and increases potential forkickback. Keep blade clean by first remov-ing it from tool, then cleaning it with gumand pitch remover, hot water or kerosene.Never use gasoline to clean blade.11. Use only flanges specified for this tool.12. Be careful not to damage the arbor,flanges (especially the installing surface)or bolt. Damage to these parts couldresult in blade breakage.13. Make sure that the turn base is properlysecured so it will not move during opera-tion. Use the holes in the base to fastenthe saw to a stable work platform orbench. NEVER use tool where operatorpositioning would be awkward.14. For your safety, remove the chips, smallpieces, etc. from the table top before oper-ation.15. Avoid cutting nails. Inspect for andremove all nails from the workpiece beforeoperation.16. Make sure the shaft lock is releasedbefore the switch is turned on.17. Be sure that the blade does not contactthe turn base in the lowest position.18. Hold the handle firmly. Be aware that thesaw moves up or down slightly duringstart-up and stopping.19. Make sure the blade is not contacting theworkpiece before the switch is turned on.20. Before using the tool on an actual work-piece, let it run for a while. Watch forvibration or wobbling that could indicatepoor installation or a poorly balancedblade.21. Wait until the blade attains full speedbefore cutting.22. Stop operation immediately if you noticeanything abnormal.23. Do not attempt to lock the trigger in the onposition.24. Be alert at all times, especially duringrepetitive, monotonous operations. Donot be lulled into a false sense of security.Blades are extremely unforgiving.25. Always use accessories recommended inthis manual. Use of improper accessoriessuch as abrasive wheels may cause aninjury.26. NEVER hold workpiece on right side ofblade with left hand or vice versa. This iscalled cross-armed cutting and exposesuser to risk of SERIOUS PERSONALINJURY as shown in the figure. ALWAYSuse vise to secure workpiece.27. Do not abuse cord. Never yank cord todisconnect it from the receptacle. Keepcord away from heat, oil, water and sharpobjects.28. NEVER stack workpieces on the table topto speed cutting operations. Cut only onepiece at a time.29. Some material contains chemicals whichmay be toxic. Take caution to prevent dustinhalation and skin contact. Follow mate-rial supplier safety data.

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