Switch Action - Makita LS1440 Manual De Instrucciones

Fence plate
The fence plate is designed to prevent smaller cutting
scraps from jamming inside the blade case. The fence
plate moves right or left automatically as the turn base
is rotated.

Switch action

CAUTION:
• Before plugging in the tool, always check to see
that the switch trigger actuates properly and
returns to the "OFF" position when released.
WARNING:
• NEVER use tool without a fully operative switch
trigger. Any tool with an inoperative switch is
HIGHLY DANGEROUS and must be repaired
before further usage.
For tool with lock-off button
► Fig.10: 1. Lock-off button 2. Switch trigger
CAUTION:
• When not using the tool, remove the lock-off
button and store it in a secure place. This pre-
vents unauthorized operation.
• Do not pull the switch trigger hard without press-
ing in the lock-off button. This can cause switch
breakage.
To prevent the switch trigger from being accidentally
pulled, 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:
• For your safety, this tool is equipped with a
lock-off button which prevents the tool from
unintended starting. NEVER use the tool if it
runs when you simply pull the switch trigger
without pressing the lock-off button. Return tool
to a Makita service center for proper repairs
BEFORE further usage.
• NEVER tape down or defeat purpose and func-
tion of lock-off button.
For tool without lock-off button
► Fig.11: 1. Switch trigger
Switch on the tool and wait until the blade attains full
speed. Then lower the blade gently into the cut.
To start the tool, simply pull the switch trigger. Release
the switch trigger to stop.
ASSEMBLY
CAUTION:
• Always be sure that the tool is switched off and
unplugged before carrying out any work on the
tool.
Installing or removing saw blade
CAUTION:
• Always be sure that the tool is switched off and
unplugged before installing or removing the blade.
• Use only the Makita socket wrench provided to
install or remove the blade. Failure to do so may
result in overtightening or insufficient tightening
of the hex bolt. This could cause an injury.
Removing the blade
To remove the blade, use the socket wrench to loosen
the hex bolt holding the center cover by turning it coun-
terclockwise. Raise the blade guard and center cover.
► Fig.12: 1. Socket wrench
Press the shaft lock to lock the spindle and use the
socket wrench to loosen the hex bolt counterclockwise.
Then remove the hex bolt, outer flange and blade.
► Fig.13: 1. Shaft lock
► Fig.14: 1. Socket wrench
Installing the blade
To install the blade, mount it carefully onto the spindle,
making sure that the direction of the arrow on the sur-
face of the blade matches the direction of the arrow on
the blade case. Install the outer flange and hex bolt,
and then use the socket wrench to tighten the hex bolt
securely clockwise while pressing the shaft lock.
► Fig.15: 1. Blade case 2. Arrow 3. Saw blade
4. Arrow
For other than European type
► Fig.16: 1. Spindle 2. Inner flange 3. Blade 4. Outer
flange 5. Hex bolt 6. 25.4 mm marking
CAUTION:
The inner flange has a 25 mm diameter on
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one side and a 25.4 mm diameter on the
other. The side with 25.4 mm diameter is
marked by "25.4". Use the correct side for
the hole diameter of the blade you intend to
use. Mounting the blade on the wrong side can
result in dangerous vibration.
For European type
► Fig.17: 1. Spindle 2. Inner flange 3. Blade 4. Outer
flange 5. Hex bolt
CAUTION:
Make sure that the protrusion 25 mm on the
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inner flange that is positioned outside fits
into the saw blade hole 25 mm perfectly.
Mounting the blade on the wrong side can result
in the dangerous vibration.
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