Makita LS1440 Manual De Instrucciones página 12

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 clockwise. 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 counterclockwise 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.
Returning the blade guard
Slip the pin on the blade guard into the slot in the guide
arm while returning the blade guard to its original fully
closed position. Then tighten the hex bolt clockwise to
secure the center cover. Lower the handle to make sure
that the blade guard moves properly. Make sure shaft
lock has released spindle before making cut.
► Fig.18: 1. Pin 2. Guide arm
Connecting a vacuum cleaner
When you wish to perform clean cutting operation,
connect a Makita vacuum cleaner.
► Fig.19
Dust bag
► Fig.20: 1. Dust nozzle 2. Dust bag 3. Fastener
The use of the dust bag makes cutting operations clean
and dust collection easy. To attach the dust bag, fit it
onto the dust nozzle.
When the dust bag is about half full, remove the dust
bag from the tool and pull the fastener out. Empty
the dust bag of its contents, tapping it lightly so as to
remove particles adhering to the insides which might
hamper further collection.
Securing workpiece
WARNING:
• It is extremely important to always secure the
workpiece properly and tightly with the vise.
Failure to do so can cause the tool to be dam-
aged and/or the workpiece to be destroyed.
PERSONAL INJURY MAY ALSO RESULT. Also,
after a cutting operation, DO NOT raise the
blade until the blade has come to a complete
stop.
CAUTION:
• When cutting long workpieces, use supports
that are as high as the top surface level of the
turn base. Do not rely solely on the vertical vise
and/or horizontal vise to secure the workpiece.
Thin material tends to sag. Support workpiece
over its entire length to avoid blade pinch and
possible KICKBACK.
► Fig.21: 1. Support 2. Turn base
Horizontal vise (optional accessory)
► Fig.22: 1. Projection 2. Vise knob
The horizontal vise can be installed on either the left or
right side of the base. When performing 15° or greater
miter cuts, install the horizontal vise on the side oppo-
site the direction in which the turn base is to be turned.
By turning the vise knob counterclockwise, the screw
is released and the vise shaft can be moved rapidly in
and out. By turning the vise knob clockwise, the screw
remains secured. To grip the workpiece, turn the vise
knob gently clockwise until the projection reaches its
topmost position, then fasten securely. If the vise knob
is forced in or pulled out while being turned clockwise,
the projection may stop at an angle. In this case, turn
the vise knob back counterclockwise until the screw is
released, before turning again gently clockwise.
CAUTION:
• Grip the workpiece only when the projection is
at the topmost position. Failure to do so may
result in insufficient securing of the workpiece.
This could cause the workpiece to be thrown,
cause damage to the blade or cause the loss
of control, which can result in PERSONAL
INJURY.
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