Makita LXSL01 Instruction Manual

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9CAUTION:• After changing the bevel angle, always secure thearm by tightening the lever clockwise.NOTICE:• When tilting the saw blade be sure the handle isfully raised.• When changing bevel angles, be sure to positionthe kerf boards appropriately as explained in the"Positioning kerf boards" section.Adjusting the lever position1 2003932The lever can be repositioned at every angle 30° whenthe lever does not provide full tightening.Loosen and remove the screw that secures the lever atthe rear of the tool. Remove the lever and install it againso that it is slightly above the level. Secure the lever withthe screw firmly.Switch action123011243To prevent the switch trigger from being accidentallypulled, a lock-off button is provided. To start the tool,press in the lock-off button and pull the switch trigger.Release the switch trigger to stop.WARNING:• Before installing the battery cartridge on thetool, always check to see that the switch triggeractuates properly and returns to the "OFF"position when released. Do not pull the switchtrigger hard without pressing in the lock-offbutton. This can cause switch breakage.Operating a tool with a switch that does not actuateproperly can lead to loss of control and seriouspersonal injury.A hole is provided in the switch trigger for insertion of apadlock to lock the tool off.WARNING:• Do not use a lock with a shank or cable anysmaller than 6.35 mm (1/4") in diameter. Asmaller shank or cable may not properly lock thetool in the off position and unintentional operationmay occur resulting in serious personal injury.• NEVER use tool without a fully operativeswitch trigger. Any tool with an inoperative switchis HIGHLY DANGEROUS and must be repairedbefore further usage or serious personal injury mayoccur.• For your safety, this tool is equipped with a lock-offbutton which prevents the tool from unintendedstarting. NEVER use the tool if it runs when yousimply pull the switch trigger without pressing thelock-off button. A switch in need of repair may resultin unintentional operation and serious personalinjury. Return tool to a Makita service center forproper repairs BEFORE further usage.• NEVER defeat the lock-off button by taping down orsome other means. A switch with a defeatedlock-off button may result in unintentional operationand serious personal injury.Electric brakeThis tool is equipped with an electric blade brake. If thetool consistently fails to quickly stop the blade after theswitch trigger is released, have the tool serviced at aMakita service center.CAUTION:• The blade brake system is not a substitute forthe blade guard. Never use tool without afunctioning blade guard. An unguarded blademay result in serious personal injury.ASSEMBLYWARNING:• Always be sure that the tool is switched off andthe battery cartridge is removed beforeworking on the tool. Failure to switch off andremove the battery cartridge may result in seriouspersonal injury.1. Lock-off button2. Switch trigger3. Hole for padlock1. Lever2. Screw