Makita LS1040 Instruction Manual

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Positioning for adjusting the bevel angleThe saw blade tilts up to 45" to the left. To adjust the bevel angle, loosen the lever a t therear of the tool. Tilt the blade to the left so that the pointer indicates the desired angle onSecuring workpieceWhenever possible, secure the workpiece with the optional vise. If you must use yourhand to hold the workpiece, then it must be done firmly and securely so as not to lose con-trol of the workpiece. Your hand and arm must be kept well away from the blade area (4"minimum). Squeeze the workpiece firmly against the guide fence with your fingers heldover the top of the guide fence. The workpiece must also rest steadily on the turn base.WARN I NG:Never use your hand to hold the workpiece that requires your hand to be any closer than4" from the blade area. In this case, always use the optional vise to secure the workpiece.After any cutting operation, raise the blade gently. Never raise the blade until it has cometo a complete stop. Serious injury may result.1. Vertical vise (optional accessory)The vertical vise can be installed on the guide fence or the holder assembly (optionalaccessory).Insert the vise rod into the hole in theguide fence or holder assembly andtighten the screw to secure the vise rod.Position the vise arm according to thethickness and shape of the workpieceand secure the vise arm by tighteningthe screw. Press the workpiece flatagainst the guide fence and the turnbase. Position of the workpiece at thedesired cutting position and secure itfirmly by tightening the clamp screw.Turn base11

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