Makita LS1040S, LS1040, DC24WA User Manual

ENGLISH

Compound Miter Saw

MODEL LS1040

MODEL LS1040S

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INSULATION

I N S T R U C T I O N M A N U A L

WARNING:

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

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		Miter angle
	0°		45° (left and right)
0°	93 mm x 95 mm		93 mm x 67 mm
	69 mm x 135 mm		69 mm x 95 mm
45° (left)	53 mm x 95 mm		49 mm x 67 mm
	35 mm x 135 mm		35 mm x 94 mm
No load speed (min-1) .............................................................................................................................................		4,600
Dimensions (L x W x H) .....................................................................................................			530 mm x 476 mm x 532 mm
Net weight ...............................................................................................................................................................			11 kg
Safety class...................................................................................................................			............................................ /II

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

•Note: Specifications may differ from country to country.

Symbols

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

...................Read instruction manual.

...................DOUBLE INSULATION

................Do not place hand or fingers close to the blade.

................To avoid injury from flying debris, keep holding the saw head down, after making cuts, until the blade has come to a complete stop.

................For your safety, remove 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.

.....Turn clockwise the hex bolt to remove.

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

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.

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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 a fuse or protective circuit breaker having slow tripping characteristics.

For European countries only Noise and Vibration

The typical A-weighted noise levels are sound pressure level: 93 dB (A)

sound power level: 106 dB (A)

– Wear ear protection. –

The typical weighted root mean square acceleration value is not more than 2.5 m/s2.

EC-DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

We declare under our sole responsibility that this product is in compliance with the following standards of standardized documents, EN61029, EN55014, EN61000 in accordance with Council Directives, 73/23/EEC, 89/336/ EEC, 98/37/EC.

Yasuhiko Kanzaki CE 2004

Director

MAKITA INTERNATIONAL EUROPE LTD.

Michigan Drive, Tongwell, Milton Keynes, Bucks MK15 8JD, ENGLAND

Responsible manufacturer:

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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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 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

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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

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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.Don’t use the tool in the presence of flammable liquids or gases.

9.Check the blade carefully for cracks or damage before operation.

Replace cracked or damaged blade immediately.

10.Use only flanges specified for this tool.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

19.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.

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

21.Stop operation immediately if you notice anything abnormal.

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

23.Be alert at all times, especially during repetitive, monotonous operations. Don't be lulled into a false sense of security. Blades are extremely unforgiving.

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

25.Do not use the saw to cut other than aluminum, wood or similar materials.

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

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

28.Take care when slotting.

29.Replace the kerf board when worn.

30.Do not use saw blades manufactured from high speed steel.

31.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

•arsenic and chromium from chemicallytreated 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 particles.

32.To reduce the emitted noise, always be sure that the blade is sharp and clean.

33.The operator is adequately trained in the use, adjustment and operation of the machine.

34.Use correctly sharpened saw blades. Observe the maximum speed marked on the saw blade.

35.Refrain from removing any cut-offs or other parts of the workpiece from the cutting area whilst the machine is running and the saw head is not in the rest position.

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INSTALLATION

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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

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1. Stopper pin

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1. Bolt

Installing auxiliary plate

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.

This tool should be bolted with two bolts to a level and stable surface using the bolt holes provided in the tool’s base. This will help prevent tipping and possible injury.

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