Makita LS1040, LS1040S User Manual

ENGLISH (Original instructions)

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

Compound Miter Saw

LS1040
LS1040S

DOUBLE INSULATION

WARNING:
For your personal safety, READ and UNDERSTAND before using.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

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ENGLISH (Original instructions)

SPECIFICATIONS

Model LS1040 / LS1040S

Blade diameter 255 mm -260 mm

Hole diameter

For all countries other than European countries 25.4 mm and 25 mm

For European countries 30 mm

Max. Cutting capacities (H x W) with blade 260 mm in diameter

Bevel angle

0°

45° (left)

No load speed (min-1) 4,600

Dimensions (L x W x H) 530 mm x 476 mm x 532 mm

Net weight 12.4 kg

Safety class /II

• Due to our continuing programme of research and development, the specifications herein are subject to change without notice.

• Specifications may differ from country to country.

• Weight according to EPTA-Procedure 01/2003

0° 45° (left and right)

93 mm x 95 mm 93 mm x 67 mm

69 mm x 135 mm 69 mm x 95 mm

53 mm x 95 mm 49 mm x 67 mm

35 mm x 135 mm 35 mm x 94 mm

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Symbols

The following show the symbols used for the equipment.
Be sure that you understand their meaning before use.

･ Read instruction manual.

･ DOUBLE INSULATION

･ To avoid injury from flying debris, keep

holding the saw head down, after
making cuts, until the blade has come
to a complete stop.

･ Do not place hand or fingers close to

the blade.

･ For your safety, remove the chips, small

pieces, etc. from the table top before
operation.

･ Always set SUB-FENCE to left position

when performing left bevel cuts. Failure
to do so may cause serious injury to
operator.

･ To loosen the bolt, turn it clockwise.

･ Only for EU countries

Do not dispose of electric equipment
together with household waste material!
In observance of European Directive
2002/96/EC on waste electric and
electronic equipment and its
implementation in accordance with

Intended use
The tool is intended for accurate straight and miter
cutting in wood. With appropriate saw blades, aluminum
can also be sawed.

Power supply
The tool should be connected only to a power supply of
the same voltage as indicated on the nameplate, and
can only be operated on single-phase AC supply. They
are double-insulated in accordance with European
Standard and can, therefore, also be used from sockets
without earth wire.

For Model LS1040

For public low-voltage distribution systems of
between 220 V and 250 V.

Switching operations of electric apparatus cause voltage
fluctuations. The operation of this device under
unfavorable mains conditions can have adverse effects
to the operation of other equipment. With a mains
impedance equal or less than 0.30 Ohms it can be
presumed that there will be no negative effects. The
mains socket used for this device must be protected with

Miter angle

national law, electric equipment that
have reached the end of their life must
be collected separately and returned to
an environmentally compatible
recycling facility.

ENE004-1

ENF002-1

ENF100-1

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a fuse or protective circuit breaker having slow tripping
characteristics.

For Model LS1040,LS1040S

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Noise
The typical A-weighted noise level determined according
to EN61029:

Sound pressure level (L
Sound power level (L
Uncertainty (K) : 3 dB(A)

Wear ear protection

) : 93 dB(A)

pA

) : 106 dB(A)

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Vibration

The vibration emission value determined according to
EN61029 :

Vibration emission (a
Uncertainty (K) : 1.5 m/s

The declared vibration emission value has been

•

) : 2.5 m/s2 or less

h

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measured in accordance with the standard test
method and may be used for comparing one tool
with another.

• The declared vibration emission value may also be

used in a preliminary assessment of exposure.

WARNING:

• The vibration emission during actual use of the

power tool can differ from the declared emission
value depending on the ways in which the tool is
used.

• Be sure to identify safety measures to protect the

operator that are based on an estimation of
exposure in the actual conditions of use (taking
account of all parts of the operating cycle such as
the times when the tool is switched off and when it
is running idle in addition to the trigger time).

ENH003-11

For European countries only

EC Declaration of Conformity

We Makita Corporation as the responsible
manufacturer declare that the following Makita
machine(s):

Designation of Machine:

Compound Miter Saw

Model No./ Type: LS1040,LS1040S
are of series production and

Conforms to the following European Directives:

98/37/EC until 28th December 2009 and then with

2006/42/EC from 29th December 2009
And are manufactured in accordance with the following
standards or standardised documents:

EN61029

The technical documentation is kept by our authorised
representative in Europe who is:

Makita International Europe Ltd,
Michigan, Drive, Tongwell,
Milton Keynes, MK15 8JD, England

000230

30th January 2009

Tomoyasu Kato

Director

Makita Corporation

3-11-8, Sumiyoshi-cho,

Anjo, Aichi, JAPAN

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING! When using electric tools, basic safety
precautions, including the following, should always
be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock
and personal injury. Read all these instructions
before operating this product and save these
instructions.

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 use
power tools in damp or wet locations. Keep work
area well lit. Do not use power tools where there is
risk to cause fire or explosion.

3. Guard against electric shock.
Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded
surfaces (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 for
which it was intended.

7. Use the right tool.
Do not force small tools or attachments to do the
job of a heavy duty tool. Do not use tools for
purposes not intended; for example, do not use
circular saws to cut tree limbs or logs.

8. Dress properly.
Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery, they can
be caught in moving parts. Rubber gloves and
non-skid footwear are recommended when

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working outdoors. Wear protecting hair covering
to contain long hair.

9. Use safety glasses and hearing protection.
Also use face or dust mask if the cutting operation
is dusty.

10. Connect dust extraction equipment.
If devices are provided for the connection of dust
extraction and collection facilities ensure these
are connected and properly used.

11. Do not abuse the cord.
Never carry the tool by the cord or yank it to
disconnect it from the socket. Keep the cord away
from heat, oil and sharp edges.

12. Secure work.
Use clamps or a vice to hold the work. It is safer
than using your hand and it frees both hands to
operate 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 and
safer performance. Follow instructions for
lubrication and changing accessories. Inspect tool
cord periodically and if damaged have it repaired
by an authorized service facility. Inspect extension
cords periodically and replace, if damaged. Keep
handles dry, clean and free from oil and grease.

15. Disconnect tools.
When not in use, before servicing and when
changing accessories such as blades, bits and
cutters.

16. Remove adjusting keys and wrenches.
Form the habit of checking to see that keys and
adjusting wrenches are removed from the tool
before turning it on.

17. Avoid unintentional starting.
Do not carry a plugged-in tool with a finger on the
switch. Ensure switch is off when plugging in.

18. Use outdoor extension leads.
When tool is used outdoors, use only extension
cords 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
that is damaged should be carefully checked to
determine that it will operate properly and perform
its intended function. Check for alignment of
moving parts, free running of moving parts,
breakage of parts, mounting and any other
conditions that may affect its operation. A guard or
other part that is damaged should be properly
repaired or replaced by an authorized service
center unless otherwise indicated in this

instruction manual. Have defective switches
replaced by an authorized service facility. Do not
use the tool if the switch does not turn it on and
off.

21. Warning.
The use of any accessory or attachment, other
than those recommended in this instruction
manual or the catalog, may present a risk of
personal injury.

22. Have your tool repaired by a qualified person.
This electric tool is in accordance with the relevant
safety requirements. Repairs should only be
carried out by qualified persons using original
spare parts, otherwise this may result in
considerable danger to the user.

ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES
FOR TOOL

1. Wear eye protection.

2. Keep hands out of path of saw blade. Avoid

contact with any coasting blade. It can still
cause severe injury.

3. Do not operate saw without guards in place.
Check blade guard for proper closing before
each use. Do not operate saw if blade guard
does not move freely and close instantly.
Never clamp or tie the blade guard into the
open position.

4. Do not perform any operation freehand. The
workpiece must be secured firmly against the turn
base and guide fence with the vise during all
operations. Never use your hand to secure the
workpiece.

5. Never reach around saw blade.

6. Turn off tool and wait for saw blade to stop

before moving workpiece or changing
settings.

7. Unplug tool before changing blade or
servicing.

8. Always secure all moving portions before
carrying the tool.

9. Stopper pin which locks the cutter head down
is for carrying and storage purposes only and
not for any cutting operations.

10. Do not use the tool in the presence of flammable
liquids or gases.

11. Check the blade carefully for cracks or damage
before operation.
Replace cracked or damaged blade immediately.

12. Use only flanges specified for this tool.

13. Be careful not to damage the arbor, flanges
(especially the installing surface) or bolt. Damage
to these parts could result in blade breakage.

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14. Make sure that the turn base is properly secured
so it will not move during operation.

15. For your safety, remove the chips, small pieces,
etc. from the table top before operation.

16. Avoid cutting nails. Inspect for and remove all
nails from the workpiece before operation.

17. Make sure the shaft lock is released before the
switch is turned on.

18. Be sure that the blade does not contact the turn
base in the lowest position.

19. Hold the handle firmly. Be aware that the saw
moves up or down slightly during start-up and
stopping.

20. Make sure the blade is not contacting the
workpiece before the switch is turned on.

21. Before using the tool on an actual workpiece, let it
run for a while. Watch for vibration or wobbling
that could indicate poor installation or a poorly
balanced blade.

22. Wait until the blade attains full speed before
cutting.

23. Stop operation immediately if you notice anything
abnormal.

24. Do not attempt to lock the trigger in the on
position.

25. Be alert at all times, especially during repetitive,
monotonous operations. Do not be lulled into a
false sense of security. Blades are extremely
unforgiving.

26. Always use accessories recommended in this
manual. Use of improper accessories such as
abrasive wheels may cause an injury.

27. Do not use the saw to cut other than wood,

aluminum or similar materials.

28. Connect miter saws to a dust collecting device
when sawing.

29. Select saw blades in relation to the material to
be cut.

30. Take care when slotting.

31. Replace the kerf board when worn.

32. Do not use saw blades manufactured from

high speed steel.

33. Some dust created from operation contains
chemicals known to cause cancer, birth
defects or other reproductive harm. Some
examples of these chemicals are:

• lead from lead-based-painted material and,

• arsenic and chromium from

chemically-treated lumber.
Your risk from these exposures varies,
depending on how often you do this type of
work. To reduce your exposure to these
chemicals: work in a well ventilated area
and work with approved safety equipment,
such as those dust masks that are

specially designed to filter out microscopic
parti cles.

34. To reduce the emitted noise, always be sure

that the blade is sharp and clean.

35. The operator is adequately trained in the use,

adjustment and operation of the machine.

36. Use correctly sharpened saw blades. Observe

the maximum speed marked on the saw blade.

37. Refrain from removing any cut-offs or other

parts of the workpiece from the cutting area
whilst the tool is running and the saw head is
not in the rest position.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.

INSTALLATION

Installing auxiliary plate

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Install the auxiliary plate using the notch in the tool's
base and secure it by tightening the hex bolt.

Bench mounting

When the tool is shipped, the handle is locked in the
lowered position by the stopper pin. Release the stopper
pin by lowering the handle slightly and pulling the
stopper pin.

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1. Auxiliary plate

2. Hex bolt

3. Base

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1. Auxiliary plate

2. Base

3. Hex bolt

4. Nut