Makita LS1214, LS1214F, LS1214L User Manual
ENGLISH
Slide Compound Saw
MODEL LS1214
MODEL LS1214F
MODEL LS1214L
DOUBLE
INSULATION
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
WARNING:
For your personal safety, READ and UNDERSTAND before using.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
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SPECIFICATIONS
Model ................................................................................................................................LS1214 / LS1214F / LS1214L
Blade diameter.................................................................................................................................................... 305 mm
Hole diameter.................................................... European countries: 30 mm, other than European countries: 25.4 mm
Max. Miter angle ................................................................................................................................Left 47° , Right 52°
Max. Bevel angle................................................................................................................................. Left and Right 45°
Max. Cutting capacities (H x W)
Miter angle
0°
45° (left and right)
52° (right) -
45° (left) 0° 45° (right)
*71 mm x 260 mm
66 mm x 305 mm
(left) *71 mm x 155 mm
66 mm x 170 mm
(right) *71 mm x 175 mm
66 mm x 215 mm
(Note)
* mark indicates that a wood facing with the following thickness is used.
Miter angle Thickness of wood
0° 20 mm
45° (left and right) 15 mm
52° (right) 15 mm
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No load speed (min
) ............................................................................................................................................. 3,200
Laser Type (LS1214L only) ........................................................................Red Laser 650 nm, < 1mW ( Laser Class 2 )
Dimensions (L x W x H) ................................................................ LS1214/LS1214F…….723 mm x 520 mm x 696 mm
.................................................................................................................... LS1214L…….723 mm x 520 mm x 718 mm
Net weight...........................................................................................................................LS1214/LS1214F…….23 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 equipment.
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.
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Bevel angle
*120 mm x 270 mm
115 mm x 308 mm
*120 mm x 185 mm
115 mm x 218 mm
*120 mm x 160 mm
115 mm x 185 mm
*50 mm x 260 mm
45 mm x 305 mm
*50 mm x 175 mm
45 mm x 215 mm
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LS1214L…….24 kg
..............................When performing slide cut, first pull
carriage fully and press down handle,
then push carriage toward the guide
fence.
................For your safety, remove the chips,
small pieces, etc. from the table top
before operation.
............Always set SUB-FENCE to left posi-
tion when performing left bevel cuts.
Failure to do so may cause serious
injury to operator.
...........Always remove SUB-FENCE R when
performing right bevel cuts. Failure to
do so may cause serious injury to
operator.
.........Never look into the laser beam.
Direct laser beam may injure your
eyes.
....................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.
For European countries only
Noise and Vibration
The typical A-weighted noise levels are
sound pressure level: 89 dB (A)
sound power level: 102 dB (A)
Uncertainty: 3 dB(A)
– Wear ear protection. –
The typical weighted root mean square acceleration
value is not more than 2.5 m/s
These values have been obtained according to
EN61029.
EC-DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
Model; LS1214, LS1214F, LS1214L
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, 2004/108/EC, 98/37/EC.
To mo ya su K at o
Responsible Manufacturer:
Makita Corporation
3-11-8, Sumiyoshi-cho, Anjo, Aichi, JAPAN
Authorized Representative in Europe:
Makita International Europe Ltd.
Michigan Drive, Tongwell, Milton Keynes, Bucks MK15
8JD, ENGLAND
CE 2006
Director
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ENA001-2
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.
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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
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 ENB034-3
1. Wear eye protection.
2. Keep hands out of path of saw blade. Avoid con-
tact 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
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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 carry-
ing 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. Don’t 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 (espe-
cially the installing surface) or bolt. Damage to
these parts could result in blade breakage.
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. Don’t 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 particles.
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
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INSTALLATION
1. Stopper pin
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1. Bolt
Bench mounting
001564
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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001531
This tool should be bolted with four 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.
FUNCTIONAL
DESCRIPTION
1. Blade guard
1. Blade guard
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CAUTION:
• Always be sure that the tool is switched off and unplugged before
adjusting or checking function on the tool.
Blade guard
When lowering the handle, the blade guard rises automatically. The blade
guard returns to its original position when the cut is completed and the handle
is raised. NEVER DEFEAT OR REMOVE THE BLADE GUARD OR THE
SPRING WHICH ATTACHES TO THE GUARD.
In the interest of your personal safety, always maintain the blade guard in
good condition. Any irregular operation of the blade guard should be corrected
immediately. Check to assure spring loaded return action of guard. NEVER
USE THE TOOL IF THE BLADE GUARD OR SPRING ARE DAMAGED,
FAULTY OR REMOVED. DOING SO IS HIGHLY DANGEROUS AND CAN
CAUSE SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY.
If the see-through blade guard becomes dirty, or sawdust adheres to it in such
a way that the blade and/or workpiece is no longer easily visible, unplug the
saw and clean the guard carefully with a damp cloth. Do not use solvents or
any petroleum-based cleaners on the plastic guard.
If the blade guard is especially dirty and vision through the guard is impaired,
use the supplied socket wrench to loosen the hex bolt holding the center
cover. Loosen the hex bolt by turning it counterclockwise and raise the blade
guard and center cover. With the blade guard so positioned, cleaning can be
more completely and efficiently accomplished. When cleaning is complete,
reverse procedure above and secure bolt. Do not remove spring holding blade
guard. If guard becomes discolored through age or UV light exposure, contact
a Makita service center for a new guard. DO NOT DEFEAT OR REMOVE
GUARD.
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1. Knob
2. Kerf board
1. Saw blade
2. Blade teeth
3. Kerf board
4. Left bevel cut
5. Straight cut
6. Right bevel cut
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Positioning kerf board
This tool is provided with the kerf boards in the turn base to minimize tearing
on the exit side of a cut. The kerf boards are factory adjusted so that the saw
blade does not contact the kerf boards. Before use, adjust the kerf boards as
follows:
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First, unplug the tool. Loosen all the screws (2 each on left and right) securing
the kerf boards. Re-tighten them only to the extent that the kerf boards can still
be easily moved by hand. Lower the handle fully and push in the stopper pin to
lock the handle in the lowered position. Loosen the knob which secures the
slide poles. Pull the carriage toward you fully. Adjust the kerf boards so that
the kerf boards just contact the sides of the blade teeth. Tighten the front
screws (do not tighten firmly). Push the carriage toward the guide fence fully
and adjust the kerf boards so that the kerf boards just contact the sides of
blade teeth. Tighten the rear screws (do not tighten firmly).
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After adjusting the kerf boards, release the stopper pin and raise the handle.
Then tighten all the screws securely.
CAUTION:
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• Before and after changing the bevel angle, always adjust the kerf boards
as described above.
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1. Adjusting bolt
2. Turn base
2
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1. Top surface of turn base
2. Periphery of blade
3. Guide fence
Maintaining maximum cutting capacity
This tool is factory adjusted to provide the maximum cutting capacity for a 305
mm saw blade.
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When installing a new blade, always check the lower limit position of the blade
and if necessary, adjust it as follows:
First, unplug the tool. Push the carriage toward the guide fence fully and lower
the handle completely. Use the socket wrench to turn the adjusting bolt until
the periphery of the blade extends slightly below the top surface of the turn
base at the point where the front face of the guide fence meets the top surface
of the turn base.
With the tool unplugged, rotate the blade by hand while holding the handle all
the way down to be sure that the blade does not contact any part of the lower
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base. Re-adjust slightly, if necessary.
CAUTION:
• After installing a new blade, always be sure that the blade does not
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contact any part of the lower base when the handle is lowered
completely. Always do this with the tool unplugged.
Stopper arm
The lower limit position of the blade can be easily adjusted with the stopper
arm. To adjust it, rotate the stopper arm in the direction of the arrow as shown
in the figure. Adjust the adjusting screw so that the blade stops at the desired
position when lowering the handle fully.
1. Adjusting screw
2. Stopper arm
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Adjusting the miter angle
Loosen the grip by turning counterclockwise. Turn the turn base while pressing down the lock lever. When you have moved the grip to the position where
the pointer points to the desired angle on the miter scale, securely tighten the
grip clockwise.
1. Lock lever
2. Grip
3. Pointer
4. Miter scale
1. Lever
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1. Arm
2. Lever
3. Pointer
4. Bevel scale
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4
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CAUTION:
• When turning the turn base, be sure to raise the handle fully.
• After changing the miter angle, always secure the turn base by tightening
the grip firmly.
Adjusting the bevel angle
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To adjust the bevel angle, loosen the lever at the rear of the tool counterclockwise. Unlock the arm by pushing the handle somewhat strongly in the direction
that you intend to tilt the saw blade.
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Tilt the saw blade until the pointer points to the desired angle on the bevel
scale. Then tighten the lever clockwise firmly to secure the arm.
CAUTION:
• When tilting the saw blade, be sure to raise the handle fully.
• After changing the bevel angle, always secure the arm by tightening the
lever clockwise.
• When changing bevel angles, be sure to position the kerf boards
appropriately as explained in the “Positioning kerf boards” section.
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.
• When not using the tool, remove the lock-off button and store it in a
secure place. This prevents unauthorized operation.
• Do not pull the switch trigger hard without pressing in the lock-off button.
This can cause switch breakage.
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2
3
1. Lock-off button
2. Switch trigger
3. Handle
4. Lever
1. Lock-off button
2. Handle
3. Switch trigger
For European countries
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To prevent the switch trigger from being accidentally pulled, a lock-off button is
provided. To start the tool, push the lever to the left, press in the lock-off button
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and then pull the switch trigger. Release the switch trigger to stop.
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For all countries other than European countries
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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.
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WAR NIN G:
• 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 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 function of lock-off button.
Lighting up the lamps
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1. Light
2. Light switch
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For Model LS1214F only
CAUTION:
• This is not a rainproof light. Do not wash the light in water or use it in a
rain or a wet area. Such a conduct can cause an electric shock and
fume.
• Do not touch the lens of the light, as it is very hot while it is lighted or
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shortly after it is turned off. This may cause a burn to a human body.
• Do not apply impact to the light, which may cause damage or shorted
service time to it.
• Do not keep casting the beam of the light to your eyes. This can cause
your eyes to be hurt.
• Do not cover the light with clothes, carton, cardboard or similar objects
while it is lighted, which can cause a fire or an ignition.
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