Makita LS1214 Instruction Manual

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3･ Only for EU countriesDo not dispose of electric equipmenttogether with household waste material!In observance of European Directive2002/96/EC on waste electric andelectronic equipment and itsimplementation in accordance withnational law, electric equipment thathave reached the end of their life mustbe collected separately and returned toan environmentally compatiblerecycling facility. ENE006-1Intended useThe tool is intended for accurate straight and mitercutting in wood. With appropriate saw blades, aluminumcan also be sawed. ENF002-1Power supplyThe tool should be connected only to a power supply ofthe same voltage as indicated on the nameplate, andcan only be operated on single-phase AC supply. Theyare double-insulated in accordance with EuropeanStandard and can, therefore, also be used from socketswithout earth wire. ENA001-2SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSWARNING! When using electric tools, basic safetyprecautions, including the following, should alwaysbe followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shockand personal injury. Read all these instructionsbefore operating this product and save theseinstructions.For safe operations:1. Keep work area clean.Cluttered areas and benches invite injuries.2. Consider work area environment.Do not expose power tools to rain. Do not usepower tools in damp or wet locations. Keep workarea well lit. Do not use power tools where there isrisk to cause fire or explosion.3. Guard against electric shock.Avoid body contact with earthed or groundedsurfaces (e.g. pipes, radiators, ranges,refrigerators).4. Keep children away.Do not let visitors touch the tool or extension cord.All visitors should be kept away from work area.5. Store idle tools.When not in use, tools should be stored in a dry,high or locked up place, out of reach of children.6. Do not force the tool.It will do the job better and safer at the rate forwhich it was intended.7. Use the right tool.Do not force small tools or attachments to do thejob of a heavy duty tool. Do not use tools forpurposes not intended; for example, do not usecircular saws to cut tree limbs or logs.8. Dress properly.Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery, they canbe caught in moving parts. Rubber gloves andnon-skid footwear are recommended whenworking outdoors. Wear protecting hair coveringto contain long hair.9. Use safety glasses and hearing protection.Also use face or dust mask if the cutting operationis dusty.10. Connect dust extraction equipment.If devices are provided for the connection of dustextraction and collection facilities ensure theseare connected and properly used.11. Do not abuse the cord.Never carry the tool by the cord or yank it todisconnect it from the socket. Keep the cord awayfrom heat, oil and sharp edges.12. Secure work.Use clamps or a vice to hold the work. It is saferthan using your hand and it frees both hands tooperate the tool.13. Do not overreach.Keep proper footing and balance at all times.14. Maintain tools with care.Keep cutting tools sharp and clean for better andsafer performance. Follow instructions forlubrication and changing accessories. Inspect toolcord periodically and if damaged have it repairedby an authorized service facility. Inspect extensioncords periodically and replace, if damaged. Keephandles dry, clean and free from oil and grease.15. Disconnect tools.When not in use, before servicing and whenchanging accessories such as blades, bits andcutters.16. Remove adjusting keys and wrenches.Form the habit of checking to see that keys andadjusting wrenches are removed from the toolbefore turning it on.17. Avoid unintentional starting.Do not carry a plugged-in tool with a finger on theswitch. Ensure switch is off when plugging in.18. Use outdoor extension leads.When tool is used outdoors, use only extensioncords intended for outdoor use.19. Stay alert.Watch what you are doing. Use common sense.Do not operate tool when you are tired.20. Check damaged parts.Before further use of the tool, a guard or other part