Makita LS1214L, LS1214F, LS1214 User Manual
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
MANUEL D'INSTRUCTION
MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES
Slide Compound Saw
Scie Multi Coupe
Sierra de Inglete Telescópica
LS1214
LS1214F
LS1214L
005689
DOUBLE INSULATION
DOUBLE ISOLATION
DOBLE AISLAMIENTO
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For your personal safety, READ and UNDERSTAND before using.
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SPECIFICATIONS
Model ................................................................................................................................ LS1214 / LS1214F / LS1214L
Blade diameter............................................................................................................................................ 305 mm (12”)
Hole diameter............................................................................................................................................... 25.4 mm (1”)
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
(2-13/16” x 10-1/4”)
66 mm x 305 mm
(2-5/8” x 12”)
(left)*71 mm x 155 mm
(2-13/16” x 6-1/8”)
66 mm x 170 mm
(2-5/8” x 6-11/16”)
(right)*71 mm x 175 mm
(2-13/16” x 6-7/8”)
66 mm x 215 mm
(2-5/8” x 8-1/2”)
(Note)
* mark indicates that a wood facing with the following thickness is used.
Miter angle Thickness of wood
0° 20 mm (13/16”)
45° (left and right) 15 mm (9/16”)
52° (right) 15 mm (9/16”)
No load speed (RPM) ......................................................................................................................................3,200/min.
Laser Type (LS1214L only) .............................................Wavelength 655 nm, Maximum Output < 1mW (Laser class II)
Dimensions (L x W x H) .................................................................LS1214/LS1214F…….723 mm x 520 mm x 696 mm
Net weight............................................................................................................LS1214/LS1214F…….23 kg (50.7 lbs)
• 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.
Bevel angle
*120 mm x 270 mm
(4-3/4” x 10-5/8”)
115 mm x 308 mm
(4-1/2” x 12-1/8”)
*120 mm x 185 mm
(4-3/4” x 7-1/4”)
115 mm x 218 mm
(4-1/2” x 8-5/8”)
*120 mm x 160 mm
(4 - 3/4” x 6 - 5/16”)
115 mm x 185 mm
(4-1/2” x 7-1/4”)
*50 mm x 260 mm
(2” x 10-1/4”)
45 mm x 305 mm
(1-3/4” x 12”)
*50 mm x 175 mm
(2” x 6-7/8”)
45 mm x 215 mm
(1-3/4” x 8-1/2”)
(28-1/2” x 20-1/2” x 27-1/2”)
LS1214L…….723 mm x 520 mm x 718 mm
(28-1/2” x 20-1/2” x 28-1/4”)
LS1214L…….24 kg (52.9 lbs)
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For Your Own Safety Read Instruction Manual Before Operating Tool
Save it for future reference
GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
USA007-2
(For All Tools)
1. KNOW YOUR POWER TOOL. Read the owner’s
manual carefully. Learn the tool’s applications
and limitations, as well as the specific potential
hazards peculiar to it.
2. KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE and in working order.
3. REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES.
Form habit of checking to see that keys and
adjusting wrenches are removed from tool
before turning it on.
4. KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas and
benches invite accidents.
5. DON’T USE IN DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT.
Don’t use power tools in damp or wet locations,
or expose them to rain. Keep work area well
lighted. Don’t use tool in presence of flammable
liquids or gases.
6. KEEP CHILDREN AWAY. All visitors should be
kept safe distance from work area.
7. MAKE WORKSHOP KID PROOF with padlocks,
master switches, or by removing starter keys.
8. DON’T FORCE TOOL. It will do the job better and
safer at the rate for which it was designed.
9. USE RIGHT TOOL. Don’t force tool or attachment
to do a job for which it was not designed.
10. WEAR PROPER APPAREL. Do not wear loose
clothing, gloves, neckties, rings, bracelets, or
other jewelry which may get caught in moving
parts. Nonslip footwear is recommended. Wear
protective hair covering to contain long hair.
11. ALWAYS USE SAFETY GLASSES. Also use face
or dust mask if cutting operation is dusty. Everyday eyeglasses only have impact resistant
lenses, they are NOT safety glasses.
12. SECURE WORK. Use clamps or a vise to hold
work when practical. It’s safer than using your
hand and it frees both hands to operate tool.
13. DON’T OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and
balance at all times.
14. MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep tools sharp
and clean for best and safest performance. Follow instructions for lubricating and changing
accessories.
15. DISCONNECT TOOLS before servicing; when
changing accessories such as blades, bits, cutters, and the like.
16. REDUCE THE RISK OF UNINTENTIONAL STARTING. Make sure switch is in off position before
plugging in.
17. USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. Consult
the owner’s manual for recommended accessories. The use of improper accessories may cause
risk of injury to persons.
18. NEVER STAND ON TOOL. Serious injury could
occur if the tool is tipped or if the cutting tool is
unintentionally contacted.
19. 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,
binding 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.
20. DIRECTION OF FEED. Feed work into a blade or
cutter against the direction of rotation of the
blade or cutter only.
21. NEVER LEAVE TOOL RUNNING UNATTENDED.
TURN POWER OFF. Don’t leave tool until it
comes to a complete stop.
22. REPLACEMENT PARTS. When servicing use
only identical replacement parts.
23. POLARIZED PLUGS. To reduce the risk of electric shock, this equipment has a polarized plug
(one blade is wider than the other). This plug will
fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug
does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If
it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician
to install the proper outlet. Do not change the
plug in any way.
VOLTAGE WARNING: Before connecting the tool to a
power source (receptacle, outlet, etc.) be sure the voltage supplied is the same as that specified on the nameplate of the tool. A power source with voltage greater
than that specified for the tool can result in SERIOUS
INJURY to the user – as well as damage to the tool. If in
doubt, DO NOT PLUG IN THE TOOL. Using a power
source with voltage less than the nameplate rating is
harmful to the motor.
USE PROPER EXTENSION CORD. Make sure your
extension cord is in good condition. When using an
extension cord, be sure to use one heavy enough to
carry the current your product will draw. An undersized
cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of
power and overheating. Table 1 shows the correct size to
use depending on cord length and nameplate ampere
rating. If in doubt, use the next heavier gage. The smaller
the gage number, the heavier the cord.
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Table 1. Minimum gage for cord
Ampere Rating
Volts Total length of cord in feet
120 V 25 ft. 50 ft. 100 ft. 150 ft.
More Than Not More Than AWG
0 6 18 16 16 14
6 10 18161412
10 12 16 16 14 12
12 16 14 12 Not Recommended
ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES
USB036-2
DO NOT let comfort or familiarity with
product (gained from repeated use)
replace strict adherence to slide compound saw safety rules. If you use this
tool unsafely or incorrectly, you can suffer serious personal injury.
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 a 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. To reduce the risk of injury, return carriage to the
full rear position after each crosscut operation.
9. Always secure all moving portions before carrying the tool.
10. Stopper pin which locks the cutter head down is
for carrying and storage purposes only and not
for any cutting operations.
11. Do not use the tool in the presence of flammable
liquids or gases.
12. Check the blade carefully for cracks or damage
before operation. Replace cracked or damaged
blade immediately. Gum and wood pitch hardened on blades slows saw and increases potential for kickback. Keep blade clean by first
removing it from tool, then cleaning it with gum
and pitch remover, hot water or kerosene. Never
use gasoline to clean blade.
13. While making a slide cut, KICKBACK can occur.
KICKBACK occurs when the blade binds in the
workpiece during a cutting operation and the
saw blade is driven back rapidly towards the
operator. Loss of control and serious personal
injury can result. If blade begins to bind during a
cutting operation, do not continue to cut and
release switch immediately.
14. Use only flanges specified for this tool.
15. Be careful not to damage the arbor, flanges
(especially the installing surface) or bolt. Damage to these parts could result in blade breakage.
16. Make sure that the turn base is properly secured
so it will not move during operation. Use the
holes in the base to fasten the saw to a stable
work platform or bench. NEVER use tool where
operator positioning would be awkward.
17. For your safety, remove the chips, small pieces,
etc. from the table top before operation.
18. Avoid cutting nails. Inspect for and remove all
nails from the workpiece before operation.
19. Make sure the shaft lock is released before the
switch is turned on.
20. Be sure that the blade does not contact the turn
base in the lowest position.
21. Hold the handle firmly. Be aware that the saw
moves up or down slightly during start-up and
stopping.
22. Make sure the blade is not contacting the workpiece before the switch is turned on.
23. 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.
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24. Wait until the blade attains full speed before cutting.
25. Stop operation immediately if you notice anything abnormal.
26. Do not attempt to lock the trigger in the on position.
27. Be alert at all times, especially during repetitive,
monotonous operations. Do not be lulled into a
false sense of security. Blades are extremely
unforgiving.
28. Always use accessories recommended in this
manual. Use of improper accessories such as
abrasive wheels may cause an injury.
29. NEVER hold workpiece on right side of blade
with left hand or vice versa. This is called crossarmed cutting and exposes user to risk of SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY as shown in the figure.
ALWAYS use vise to secure workpiece.
30. Do not abuse cord. Never yank cord to disconnect it from the receptacle. Keep cord away from
heat, oil, water and sharp objects.
31. NEVER stack workpieces on the table top to
speed cutting operations. Cut only one piece at a
time.
32. Some material contains chemicals which may be
toxic. Take caution to prevent dust inhalation
and skin contact. Follow material supplier safety
data.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING:
MISUSE or failure to follow the safety
rules stated in this instruction manual
may cause serious personal injury.
ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES
FOR THE LASER
USB088-1
CAUTION:
• LASER RADIATION DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM.
• AVOID EXPOSURE – LASER RADIATION IS
EMITTED FROM APERTURE.
• USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR
PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN
THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY RESULT IN
HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE.
Complies with 21CFR
1040.10 and 1040.11
AVOID EXPOSURE-Laser
radiation is emitted from
this aperture
CAUTION
LASER RADIATION
DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM
Maximum Output
<1mW,Wavelength:655nm
CLASS II LASER PRODUCT
INSTALLATION
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 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.
1
001564
1. Stopper pin
1
001531
1. Bolt
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FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION
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.
002016
1. Blade guard
1
001782
1. Blade guard
1
Positioning kerf board
001537
1. Knob
2. Kerf board
1
2
001538
1
2
3
4
1. Saw blade
2. Blade teeth
3. Kerf board
4. Left bevel cut
5. Straight cut
6. Right bevel cut
5
6
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:
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).
After adjusting the kerf boards, release the stopper pin
and raise the handle. Then tighten all the screws
securely.
CAUTION:
• Before and after changing the bevel angle, always
adjust the kerf boards as described above.
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Maintaining maximum cutting capacity
This tool is factory adjusted to provide the maximum cutting capacity for a 305 mm (12”) saw blade.
When installing a new blade, always check the lower limit
position of the blade and if necessary, adjust it as follows:
1
004066
1. Adjusting bolt
2. Turn base
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.
Adjusting the miter angle
001541
1. Lock lever
2. Grip
3. Pointer
4. Miter scale
2
001540
2
1
1. Top surface of
turn base
2. Periphery of
blade
3. Guide fence
3
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 base. Readjust slightly, if necessary.
CAUTION:
• After installing a new blade, always be sure that the
blade does not contact any part of the lower base
when the handle is lowered completely. Always do
this with the tool unplugged.
Stopper arm
001562
1. Adjusting screw
1
2. Stopper arm
2
1
3
4
2
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.
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
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.
1
2
004056
1. Lever
001543
1. Arm
2. Lever
3. Pointer
4. Bevel scale
3 4
7
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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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.
WARNIN 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.
001551
2
1. Lock-off button
2. Handle
3. Switch trigger
3
Electric brake
This tool is equipped with an electric blade brake. If the
tool consistently fails to quickly stop blade after switch
trigger release, have tool serviced at a Makita service
center.
The blade brake system is not a substitute for blade
guard. NEVER USE TOOL WITHOUT A FUNCTIONING
BLADE GUARD. SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY CAN
RESULT.
Lighting up the lamps
For Model LS1214F only
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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 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.
Push the upper position of the switch for turning on the
light and the lower position for off.
Move the light to shift an area of lighting.
NOTE:
• Use a dry cloth to wipe the dirt off the lens of lamp.
Be careful not to scratch the lens of light, or it may
lower the illumination.
002026
1. Light
2. Light switch
2
003826
1. Light switch
1
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Laser beam action
For model LS1214L only
CAUTION:
• LASER RADIATION
Do not stare into beam.
To turn on the laser beam, press the upper position (I) of
the switch. Press the lower position (O) to turn off.
Laser line can be shifted to either the left or right side of
the saw blade by adjusting the adjusting screw as follows.
1
006339
1. Switch for laser
1
006340
1. Adjusting screw
Aligning the laser line
A
Laser line can be shifted to either the left or right side of
the blade according to the applications of cutting. Refer
to explanation titled “Laser beam action” regarding its
shifting method.
NOTE:
• Use wood facing against the guide fence when
aligning the cutting line with the laser line at the
side of guide fence in compound cutting (bevel
angle 45 degrees and miter angle right 45
degrees).
A) When you obtain correct size on the left side of workpiece
• Shift the laser line to the left of the blade.
B) When you obtain correct size on the right side of workpiece
• Shift the laser line to the right of the blade.
Align the cutting line on your workpiece with the laser
line.
006341
B
1. Loosen the adjusting screw by turning it counter-
clockwise.
2. With the adjusting screw loosened, slide the adjust-
ing screw to the right or left as far as it goes.
3. Tighten the adjusting screw firmly at the position
where it stops sliding.
Laser line is factory adjusted so that it is positioned within
1 mm (0.04”) from the side surface of the blade (cutting
position).
NOTE:
• When laser line is dim and almost or entirely
invisible because of the direct sunlight in the indoor
or outdoor window-by work, relocate the work area
to a place not exposed to the direct sunlight.
ASSEMBLY
CAUTION:
• Always be sure that the tool is switched off and
unplugged before carrying out any work on the tool.
Socket wrench storage
2
The socket wrench is stored as shown in the figure.
When using the socket wrench, pull it out of the wrench
holder. After using the socket wrench, return it to the
wrench holder.
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001530
1. Socket wrench
2. Wrench holder
1
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.
Lock the handle in the raised position by pushing in the
stopper pin.
To remove the blade, use the socket wrench to loosen
the hex bolt holding the center cover by turning it counterclockwise. Raise the blade guard and center cover.
2
001564
1
002019
1
1. Stopper pin
1. Center cover
2. Hex bolt
3. Socket wrench
4. Blade guard
002021
2 1 4 3
1. Blade case
2. Arrow
3. Saw blade
4. Arrow
CAUTION:
• The black ring 25 mm in outer diameter and the
silver ring 25.4 mm in outer diameter are factoryinstalled as shown in the figure. When using a
blade with 25 mm hole diameter, replace the silver
ring with the black ring. Before mounting the blade
onto the spindle, always be sure that the correct
ring for the arbor hole of the blade you intend to use
is installed between the inner and outer flanges.
1
2
004058
6
1. Inner flange
2. Spindle
3. Ring
5
4. Saw blade
5. Outer flange
6. Hex bolt
3
4
(left-handed)
3
4
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.
1
002020
1. Blade case
2. Arrow
2
3
5
To install the blade, mount it carefully onto the spindle,
making sure that the direction of the arrow on the surface
4
3. Shaft lock
4. Hex bolt
5. Socket wrench
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 (left-handed)
securely counterclockwise while pressing the shaft lock.
Return the blade guard and center cover to its original
position. Then tighten the hex bolt clockwise to secure
the center cover. Release the handle from the raised
position by pulling the stopper pin. Lower the handle to
make sure that the blade guard moves properly. Make
sure shaft lock has released spindle before making cut.
002019
1
1. Center cover
2. Hex bolt
3. Socket wrench
4. Blade guard
2
3
4
10
Dust bag
2
001536
1
1. Dust nozzle
2. Dust bag
Sub-fence
1
005593
1. Sub-fence
3. Fastener
3
The use of the dust bag makes cutting operations clean
and dust collection easy. To attach the dust bag, insert
the dust nozzle into the dust spout on the blade case and
fit the bag’s entry port over 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.
NOTE:
If you connect a vacuum cleaner to your saw, more
efficient and cleaner operations can be performed.
Securing workpiece
WARNIN G:
• 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 damaged 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.
001549
1
2
1. Support
2. Turn base
This tool is equipped with the sub-fence which should
ordinarily be positioned as shown in the figure.
However, when performing left bevel cuts, set it to the left
position as shown in the figure.
CAUTION:
• When performing left bevel cuts, flip the fence over
to the left position as shown in the figure.
Otherwise, it will contact the blade or a part of the
tool, causing possible serious injury to the operator.
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1. Sub-fence
1
Sub-fence R
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1
1. Sub-fence R
2. Screws
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The sub-fence R can be installed on the right side of the
guide fence. Insert the rods of the sub-fence R into the
holes in the guide fence. Tighten the screws which come
with the sub-fence R to secure the sub-fence R.
CAUTION:
• When performing right bevel cuts, never use the
sub-fence R. It will contact the blade or a part of the
tool, causing possible serious injury to the operator.
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Vertical vise
1
2
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3
4
1. Vise rod
2. Screw
3. Vise knob
4. Vise arm
5. Guide fence
5
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3
2
1
5
4
1. Sub-fence R
2. Screw
3. Rod
4. Vise rod
5. Vise arm
The vertical vise can be installed in two positions on
either the left or right side of the guide fence. Insert the
vise rod into the hole in the guide fence and tighten the
screw on the back of the guide fence to secure the vise
rod.
The vertical vise can also be secured to the rod on the
right side of the sub-fence R.
Position the vise arm according to the thickness and
shape of the workpiece and secure the vise arm by tightening the screw. If the screw to secure the vise arm contacts the guide fence, install the screw on the opposite
side of vise arm. Make sure that no part of the tool contacts the vise when lowering the handle fully and pulling
or pushing the carriage all the way. If some part contacts
the vise, re-position the vise.
Press the workpiece flat against the guide fence and the
turn base. Position the workpiece at the desired cutting
position and secure it firmly by tightening the vise knob.
CAUTION:
• The workpiece must be secured firmly against the
turn base and guide fence with the vise during all
operations.
Horizontal vise (optional accessory)
1
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1. Vise plate
2. Vise nut
3. Vise knob
2 3
The horizontal vise can be installed in two positions on
either the left or right side of the base. When performing
15° or greater miter cuts, install the horizontal vise on the
side opposite the direction in which the turn base is to be
turned.
By flipping the vise nut to the left, the vise is released,
and rapidly moves in and out. To grip the workpiece,
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push the vise knob forward until the vise plate contacts
the workpiece and flip the vise nut to the right. Then turn
the vise knob clockwise to secure the workpiece.
The maximum width of workpiece which can be secured
by the horizontal vise is 200 mm (7-7/8”).
When installing the horizontal vise on the right side of the
base, also use the sub-fence R to secure the workpiece
more firmly. Refer to the “Sub-fence R” section described
on previously for installing the sub-fence R.
CAUTION:
• Always rotate the vise nut to the right fully when
securing the workpiece. 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.
Holders
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1. Holder
1
The holders can be installed on either side as a convenient means of holding workpieces horizontally. Slip the
holder rods into the holes in the base and adjust their
length according to the workpiece to be held. Then
tighten the holders securely with the screws.
CAUTION:
• Always support long workpieces level with the top
surface of the turn base for accurate cuts and to
prevent dangerous loss of control of the tool.
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Kerf block (optional accessory)
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1. Screw
1
2
2. Kerf block
3. Guide fence
3
CAUTION:
• When using the kerf block, always cut at the same
miter angle.
• When changing the miter angle, use other kerf
blocks.
• When performing bevel cuts, never use the kerf
block.
Failure to do so splits the block, causing a serious injury
to operator.
When you use the kerf block at 90° cutting, you can splinter-free cut in workpiece on the side of the guide fence
(height of the workpiece is up to 35 mm). Install the kerf
block onto the guide fence by means of the two screws.
(Adjust the guide fence and the kerf block so that they
contact their faces. Then tighten the screws securely.)
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OPERATION
• During a slide cut, gently push the carriage toward
the guide fence without stopping. If the carriage
movement is stopped during the cut, a mark will be
left in the workpiece and the precision of the cut will
be impaired.
1. Press cutting (cutting small workpieces)
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1. Knob
1
Workpieces up to 115 mm (4-1/2”) high and 75 mm
(2-15/16”) wide can be cut in the following way.
Push the carriage toward the guide fence fully and
tighten the knob clockwise to secure the carriage.
Secure the workpiece with the vise. Switch on the
tool without the blade making any contact and wait
until the blade attains full speed before lowering.
Then gently lower the handle to the fully lowered
position to cut the workpiece. When the cut is completed, switch off the tool and WAIT UNTIL THE
BLADE HAS COME TO A COMPLETE STOP
before returning the blade to its fully elevated position.
CAUTION:
• Firmly tighten the knob clockwise so that the
carriage will not move during operation. Insufficient
tightening may cause unexpected kickback of the
blade. Possible serious PERSONAL INJURY may
result.
2. Slide (push) cutting (cutting wide workpieces)
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1. Knob
CAUTION:
• Before use, be sure to release the handle from the
lowered position by pulling the stopper pin.
• Make sure the blade is not contacting the
workpiece, etc. before the switch is turned on.
• Do not apply excessive pressure on the handle
when cutting. Too much force may result in
overload of the motor and/or decreased cutting
efficiency. Push down handle with only as much
force as is necessary for smooth cutting and
without significant decrease in blade speed.
• Gently press down the handle to perform the cut. If
the handle is pressed down with force or if lateral
force is applied, the blade will vibrate and leave a
mark (saw mark) in the workpiece and the precision
of the cut will be impaired.
1
Loosen the knob counterclockwise so that the carriage can slide freely. Secure the workpiece with
the vise. Pull the carriage toward you fully. Switch
on the tool without the blade making any contact
and wait until the blade attains full speed. Press
down the handle and PUSH THE CARRIAGE
TOWARD THE GUIDE FENCE AND THROUGH
THE WORKPIECE. When the cut is completed,
switch off the tool and WAIT UNTIL THE BLADE
HAS COME TO A COMPLETE STOP before
returning the blade to its fully elevated position.
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CAUTION:
• Whenever performing the slide cut, FIRST PULL
THE CARRIAGE TOWARD YOU FULLY and press
down the handle to the fully lowered position, then
PUSH THE CARRIAGE TOWARD THE GUIDE
FENCE. NEVER START THE CUT WITH THE
CARRIAGE NOT FULLY PULLED TOWARD YOU.
If you perform the slide cut without pulling the
carriage fully or if you perform the slide cut toward
your direction, the blade may kickback
unexpectedly with the potential to cause serious
PERSONAL INJURY.
• Never perform the slide cut with the handle locked
in the lowered position by pressing the stopper pin.
• Never loosen the knob which secures the carriage
while the blade is rotating. This may cause serious
injury.
3. Miter cutting
Refer to the previously covered “Adjusting the miter
angle”.
4. Bevel cut
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Loosen the lever and tilt the saw blade to set the
bevel angle (Refer to the previously covered
“Adjusting the bevel angle”). Be sure to retighten
the lever firmly to secure the selected bevel angle
safely. Secure the workpiece with a vise. Make sure
the carriage is pulled all the way back toward the
operator. Switch on the tool without the blade making any contact and wait until the blade attains full
speed. Then gently lower the handle to the fully
lowered position while applying pressure in parallel
with the blade and PUSH THE CARRIAGE
TOWARD THE GUIDE FENCE TO CUT THE
WORKPIECE. When the cut is completed, switch
off the tool and WAIT UNTIL THE BLADE HAS
COME TO A COMPLETE STOP before returning
the blade to its fully elevated position.
CAUTION:
• Always be sure that the blade will move down to
bevel direction during a bevel cut. Keep hands out
of path of saw blade.
• During a bevel cut, it may create a condition
whereby the piece cut off will come to rest against
the side of the blade. If the blade is raised while the
blade is still rotating, this piece may be caught by
the blade, causing fragments to be scattered which
is dangerous. The blade should be raised ONLY
after the blade has come to a complete stop.
• When pressing down the handle, apply pressure in
parallel with the blade. If a force is applied
perpendicularly to the turn base or if the pressure
direction is changed during a cut, the precision of
the cut will be impaired.
• Always set the sub-fence to the left position when
performing left bevel cuts.
5. Compound cutting
Compound cutting is the process in which a bevel
angle is made at the same time in which a miter
angle is being cut on a workpiece. Compound cutting can be performed at angle shown in the table.
Miter angle
Left and Right 45˚
Left 47˚
Right 52˚ Left 0˚ - 30˚ and Right 0˚ - 45˚
Bevel angle
Left and Right 0˚ - 45˚
Left 0˚ - 45˚ and Right 0˚ - 40˚
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When performing compound cutting, refer to “Press
cutting”, “Slide cutting”, “Miter cutting” and “Bevel
cut” explanations.
6. Cutting crown and cove moldings
Crown and cove moldings can be cut on a compound miter saw with the moldings laid flat on the
turn base.
There are two common types of crown moldings
and one type of cove moldings; 52/38° wall angle
crown molding, 45° wall angle crown molding and
45° wall angle cove molding. See illustrations.
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1. 52/38° type
crown molding
2. 45° type crown
52∞
38∞
45∞
45∞
45∞
45∞
molding
3. 45° type cove
molding
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There are crown and cove molding joints which are
made to fit “Inside” 90° corners ((1) and (2) in Fig.
A) and “Outside” 90° corners ((3) and (4) in Fig. A).
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1. Inside corner
2. Outside corner
(1) (2) (3) (4)
Fig.A
1 2
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1
(2)
(1)
(2)
(1)
(3)
(1)
(2)
(1)
(4)
(2)
(2)
2
(1)
1. Inside corner
2. Outside corner
Measuring
Measure the wall length and adjust workpiece on
table to cut wall contact edge to desired length.
Always make sure that cut workpiece length at the
back of the workpiece is the same as wall length.
Adjust cut length for angle of cut. Always use several pieces for test cuts to check the saw angles.
When cutting crown and cove moldings, set the
bevel angle and miter angle as indicated in the
table (A) and position the moldings on the top surface of the saw base as indicated in the table (B).
In the case of left bevel cut
Table (A)
Bevel angle Miter angle
52/38˚ type
45˚ type
Left 33.9˚ Left 30˚
52/38˚ type
Right 31.6˚
Left 31.6˚
Right 31.6˚
For inside
corner
For outside
corner
Molding
position in
Fig. A
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
Table (B)
For inside
corner
For
outside
corner
Molding
position in
Fig. A
Molding edge against
guide fence
Ceiling contact edge should
(1)
be against guide fence.
(2)
Wall contact edge should be
against guide fence.
(3)
Ceiling contact edge should
(4)
be against guide fence.
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45˚ type
Right 35.3˚
Left 35.3˚
Right 35.3˚
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Finished piece
Finished piece
will be on the
Left side of
blade.
Finished piece
will be on the
Right side of
blade.
• The finished piece to be used will
always be on the LEFT side of the blade
after the cut has been made.
In the case of right bevel cut
Table (A)
Bevel angle Miter angle
52/38˚ type
Right 33.9˚ Right 30˚
For inside
corner
For outside
corner
Molding
position in
Fig. A
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
Table (B)
For inside
corner
For
outside
corner
Molding
position in
Fig. A
Example:
In the case of cutting 52/38° type crown
molding for position (1) in Fig. A:
Molding edge against
guide fence
Wall contact edge should be
(1)
against guide fence.
(2)
Ceiling contact edge should
be against guide fence.
(3)
Wall contact edge should be
(4)
against guide fence.
• Tilt and secure bevel angle setting to
33.9° RIGHT.
• Adjust and secure miter angle setting to
31.6° RIGHT.
• Lay crown molding with its broad back
(hidden) surface down on the turn base
with its WALL CONTACT EDGE against
the guide fence on the saw.
• The finished piece to be used will
always be on the RIGHT side of the
blade after the cut has been made.
45˚ type
52/38˚ type
Right 31.6˚
Left 31.6˚
Right 31.6˚
Finished piece
Finished piece
will be on the
Right side of
blade.
Finished piece
will be on the
Left side of
blade.
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45˚ type
Right 35.3˚
Left 35.3˚
Right 35.3˚
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Example:
In the case of cutting 52/38° type crown
molding for position (1) in Fig. A:
• Tilt and secure bevel angle setting to
33.9° LEFT.
• Adjust and secure miter angle setting to
31.6° RIGHT.
• Lay crown molding with its broad back
(hidden) surface down on the turn base
with its CEILING CONTACT EDGE
against the guide fence on the saw.
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Compound Miter Saw
Miter and Bevel Angle Settings
Ceiling
52˚
38˚
Wall
Wall to Crown Molding Angle: 52/38 degrees
Wall Angle
(deg.)
Bevel Angle
(deg.)
43.0 46.8 101 30.1 26.9 141 15.3 12.3
60
61 42.8 46.3 102 29.7 26.5 142 14.9 12.0
62 42.5 45.7 103 29.4 26.1 143 14.5 11.6
63 42.2 45.1 104 29.0 25.7 144 14.1 11.3
64 41.9 44.6 105 28.7 25.3 145 13.7 11.0
65 41.7 44.0 106 28.3 24.9 146 13.3 10.7
66 41.4 43.5 107 28.0 24.5 147 12.9 10.3
67 41.1 42.9 108 27.6 24.1 148 12.5 10.0
68 40.8 42.4 109 27.2 23.7 149 12.2 9.7
69 40.5 41.9 110 26.9 23.3
70 40.2 41.3 111 26.5 22.9 151 11.4 9.0
71 39.9 40.8 112 26.1 22.6 152 11.0 8.7
72 39.6 40.3 113 25.8 22.2 153 10.8 8.4
73 39.3 39.8 114 25.4 21.8 154 10.2 8.1
74 39.0 39.2 115 25.0 21.4 155 9.8 7.8
75 38.7 38.7 116 24.7 21.0 156 9.4 7.5
76 38.4 38.2 117 24.3 20.7 157 9.0 7.1
77 38.1 37.7 118 23.9 20.3 158 8.6 6.8
78 37.8 37.2 119 23.6 19.9 159 8.3 6.5
79 37.4 36.8
80 37.1 36.3 121 22.8 19.2 161 7.5 5.9
81 36.8 35.8 122 22.5 18.8 162 7.1 5.6
82 36.5 35.3 123 22.1 18.5 163 6.7 5.3
83 36.2 34.8 124 21.7 18.1 164 6.3 4.9
84 35.8 34.4 125 21.3 17.8 165 5.9 4.6
85 35.5 33.9 126 21.0 17.4 166 5.5 4.3
86 35.2 33.4 127 20.6 17.1 167 5.1 4.0
87 34.9 33.0 128 20.2 16.7 168 4.7 3.7
88 34.5 32.5 129 19.8 16.4 169 4.3 3.4
89 34.2 32.1 130 19.5 16.0 170 3.9 3.1
33.9 31.6 131 19.1 15.7 171 3.5 2.8
90
91 33.5 31.2 132 18.7 15.3 172 3.2 2.5
92 33.2 30.7 133 18.3 15.0 173 2.8 2.2
93 32.8 30.3 134 17.9 14.6 174 2.4 1.8
94 32.5 29.9 135 17.6 14.3 175 2.0 1.5
95 32.2 29.4 136 17.2 14.0 176 1.6 1.2
96 31.8 29.0 137 16.8 13.6 177 1.2 0.9
97 31.5 28.6 138 16.4 13.3 178 0.8 0.6
98 31.1 28.2 139 16.0 13.0 179 0.4 0.3
99 30.8 27.7 140 15.8 12.8
100 30.4 27.3
Miter Angle
(deg.)
Wall Angle
(deg.)
120
Bevel Angle
(deg.)
23.2 19.6 160 7.9 6.2
Miter Angle
(deg.)
Wall Angle
(deg.)
150
180
Bevel Angle
(deg.)
11.8 9.4
0.0 0.0
Miter Angle
(deg.)
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Compound Miter Saw
Miter and Bevel Angle Settings
Ceiling
45˚
45˚
Wall
Wall to Crown Molding Angle: 45 degrees
Wall Angle
(deg.)
Bevel Angle
(deg.)
37.8 50.8 101 26.7 30.2 141 13.7 14.1
60
61 37.5 50.2 102 26.4 29.8 142 13.3 13.7
62 37.3 49.6 103 26.1 29.4 143 13.0 13.3
63 37.1 49.1 104 25.8 28.9 144 12.6 12.9
64 36.8 48.5 105 25.5 28.5 145 12.3 12.6
65 36.6 48.0 106 25.2 28.1 146 11.9 12.2
66 36.4 47.4 107 24.9 27.6 147 11.6 11.8
67 36.1 46.9 108 24.6 27.2 148 11.2 11.5
68 35.9 46.4 109 24.2 26.8 149 10.9 11.1
69 35.6 45.8 110 23.9 26.3
70 35.4 45.3 111 23.6 25.9 151 10.2 10.4
71 35.1 44.8 112 23.3 25.5 152 9.8 10.0
72 34.9 44.2 113 23.0 25.1 153 9.5 9.6
73 34.6 43.7 114 22.7 24.7 154 9.2 9.3
74 34.4 43.2 115 22.3 24.3 155 8.8 8.9
75 34.1 42.7 116 22.0 23.8 156 8.5 8.5
76 33.9 42.1 117 21.7 23.4 157 8.1 8.2
77 33.6 41.6 118 21.4 23.0 158 7.8 7.8
78 33.3 41.1 119 21.0 22.6 159 7.4 7.5
79 33.1 40.6
80 32.8 40.1 121 20.4 21.8 161 6.7 6.7
81 32.5 39.6 122 20.0 21.4 162 6.4 6.4
82 32.3 39.1 123 19.7 21.0 163 6.0 6.0
83 32.0 38.6 124 19.4 20.6 164 5.6 5.7
84 31.7 38.1 125 19.1 20.2 165 5.3 5.3
85 31.4 37.7 126 18.7 19.8 166 4.9 5.0
86 31.1 37.2 127 18.4 19.4 167 4.6 4.6
87 30.9 36.7 128 18.1 19.0 168 4.2 4.3
88 30.6 36.2 129 17.7 18.6 169 3.9 3.9
89 30.3 35.7 130 17.4 18.2 170 3.5 3.5
30.0 35.3 131 17.1 17.9 171 3.2 3.2
90
91 29.7 34.8 132 16.7 17.5 172 2.8 2.8
92 29.4 34.3 133 16.4 17.1 173 2.5 2.5
93 29.1 33.9 134 16.0 16.7 174 2.1 2.1
94 28.8 33.4 135 15.7 16.3 175 1.8 1.8
95 28.5 32.9 136 15.4 15.9 176 1.4 1.4
96 28.2 32.5 137 15.0 15.6 177 1.1 1.1
97 27.9 32.0 138 14.7 15.2 178 0.7 7.0
98 27.6 31.6 139 14.3 14.8 179 0.4 0.4
99 27.3 31.1 140 14.0 14.4
100 27.0 30.7
Miter Angle
(deg.)
Wall Angle
(deg.)
120
Bevel Angle
(deg.)
20.7 22.2 160 7.1 7.1
Miter Angle
(deg.)
Wall Angle
(deg.)
150
180
Bevel Angle
(deg.)
10.5 10.7
0.0 0.0
Miter Angle
(deg.)
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Crown molding stoppers (optional accessories)
allow easier cuts of crown molding without tilting the
saw blade. Install them on the turn base as shown
in the figures.
1 2
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1. Crown molding
stopper L
2. Crown molding
stopper R
3. Turn base
7. Cutting aluminum extrusion
001844
1
2
3
4
5
1. Vise
2. Spacer block
3. Guide fence
4. Aluminum extrusion
5. Spacer block
3
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1 2
1. Crown molding
stopper L
2. Crown molding
stopper R
3. Turn base
3
Fig. B: At right 45° miter angle
Fig. C: At left 45° miter angle
Position crown molding with its WALL CONTACT
EDGE against the guide fence and its CEILING
CONTACT EDGE against the crown molding stoppers as shown in the figure. Adjust the crown molding stoppers according to the size of the crown
molding. Tighten the screws to secure the crown
molding stoppers. Refer to the table (C) for the
miter angle. Use the sub-fence R to secure the
crown molding more firmly.
2
1
3 4
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1. Guide fence
2. Crown molding
3. Crown molding
stopper
4. Screw
Table (C)
For inside
corner
For outside
corner
Position in
Miter angle Finished piece
Fig.A
Left
45˚
45˚
45˚
(1) Right
(2)
(3)
(4) Right
Save the right side of blade
Save the left side of blade
Save the right side of blade
Save the left side of blade
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1
3
1. Aluminum extrusion
2. Guide fence
2
4
3. Spacer blocks
4. Horizontal vise
(optional accessory)
When securing aluminum extrusions, use spacer
blocks or pieces of scrap as shown in the figure to
prevent deformation of the aluminum. Use a cutting
lubricant when cutting the aluminum extrusion to
prevent build-up of the aluminum material on the
blade.
CAUTION:
• Never attempt to cut thick or round aluminum
extrusions. Thick aluminum extrusions may come
loose during operation and round aluminum
extrusions cannot be secured firmly with this tool.
8. Wood facing
Use of wood facing helps to assure splinter-free
cuts in workpieces. Attach a wood facing to the
guide fence using the holes in the guide fence and
6 mm (1/4”) screws.
See the figure concerning the dimensions for a suggested wood facing.
Over 15mm(9/16”)
1
1. Hole
Over 540mm(21-1/4”)
72mm
120mm 120mm 72mm
(2-13/16”)
(4-3/4”) (2-13/16”)(4-3/4”)
1
CAUTION:
• Use straight wood of even thickness as the wood
facing.
• When cutting workpieces from 115 mm (4 -1/2”) to
120 mm (4 - 3/4”) high, use a wood facing to
prevent a portion of the workpiece near the guide
fence from being left uncut.
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(13/16”)
20mm
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(4-1/2” - 4-3/4”)
115 - 120mm
Example:
When cutting workpieces 120 mm (4 - 3/4”)
high, use a wood facing with the following
thickness.
Miter angle Thickness of wood facing
0˚ Over 20 mm (13/16")
Left and Right 45˚ Over 15 mm (9/16")
Right 52˚ Over 15 mm (9/16")
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Carrying tool
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1. Stopper pin
1
CAUTION:
• Use screws to attach the wood facing to the guide
fence. The screws should be installed so that the
screw heads are below the surface of the wood
facing.
• When the wood facing is attached, do not turn the
turn base with the handle lowered. The blade and/
or the wood facing will be damaged.
9. Groove cutting
1
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1. Cut grooves
with blade
A dado type cut can be made by proceeding as follows:
Adjust the lower limit position of the blade using the
adjusting screw and the stopper arm to limit the cutting depth of the blade. Refer to “Stopper arm” section described previously.
After adjusting the lower limit position of the blade,
cut parallel grooves across the width of the workpiece using a slide (push) cut as shown in the figure. Then remove the workpiece material between
the grooves with a chisel. Do not attempt to perform
this type of cut using wide (thick) blades or with a
dado blade. Possible loss of control and injury may
result.
CAUTION:
• Be sure to return the stopper arm to the original
position when performing other than groove cutting.
Make sure that the tool is unplugged. Secure the blade at
0° bevel angle and the turn base at right miter angle fully.
Secure the slide poles after pulling the carriage toward
you fully. Lower the handle fully and lock it in the lowered
position by pushing in the stopper pin.
Carry the tool by holding both sides of the tool base as
shown in the figure. If you remove the holders, dust bag,
etc., you can carry the tool more easily.
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CAUTION:
• Always secure all moving portions before carrying
the tool.
• Stopper pin is for carrying and storage purposes
only and not for any cutting operations.
MAINTENANCE
CAUTION:
• Always be sure that the tool is switched off and
unplugged before attempting to perform inspection
or maintenance.
WARNIN G:
• Always be sure that the blade is sharp and clean for
the best and safest performance.
Adjusting the cutting angle
This tool is carefully adjusted and aligned at the factory,
but rough handling may have affected the alignment. If
your tool is not aligned properly, perform the following:
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1. Miter angle
1
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1. Guide fence
2. Hex bolts
2. Bevel angle
(1) 0° bevel angle
1
2
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1. Arm
2. Lever
3. Hex bolt
2
Push the carriage toward the guide fence and
tighten the knob to secure the carriage.
Loosen the grip which secures the turn base. Turn
the turn base so that the pointer points to 0° on the
miter scale. Then turn the turn base slightly clockwise and counterclockwise to seat the turn base in
the 0° miter notch. (Leave as it is if the pointer does
not point to 0°.) Loosen the hex bolts securing the
guide fence using the socket wrench.
Lower the handle fully and lock it in the lowered
position by pushing in the stopper pin. Square the
side of the blade with the face of the guide fence
using a triangular rule, try-square, etc. Then
securely tighten the hex bolts on the guide fence in
the order from the right side.
1
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1. Guide fence
2. Triangular rule
2
Make sure that the pointer points to 0° on the miter
scale. If the pointer does not point to 0°, loosen the
screw which secures the pointer and adjust the
pointer so that it will point to 0°.
1
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1. Screw
2. Miter scale
3. Pointer
3
Push the carriage toward the guide fence and
tighten the knob to secure the carriage.
Lower the handle fully and lock it in the lowered position by pushing in the stopper pin.
Loosen the lever at the rear of the tool. Make
sure that the arm is locked.
Turn the hex bolt on the left side of the arm
two or three revolutions counterclockwise.
Turn the hex bolt on the right side of the arm
two or three revolutions counterclockwise to
tilt the blade to the left.
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1
Carefully square the side of the blade with the
top surface of the turn base using the triangular rule, try-square, etc. by turning the hex
bolt on the right side of the arm clockwise.
Turn the hex bolt on the left side of the arm
clockwise as far as it will go. Then tighten the
lever securely.
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1 2
3
1. Hex bolt
1. Triangular rule
2. Saw blade
3. Top surface of
turn base
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Make sure that the two pointers on the arm
point to each 0° on the bevel scale on the arm
holder. If they do not point to 0°, loosen the
screws which secure the pointers and adjust
them so that they will point to 0°.
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2
1
1. Bevel scale
2. Screws
3
3. Pointers
3
(2) 45° bevel angle
1
2
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1. Arm holder
2. Right 45° bevel
3
angle adjusting
bolt
3. Left 45° bevel
angle adjusting
bolt
Adjust the 45° bevel angle only after performing 0° bevel angle adjustment. To adjust left
45° bevel angle, loosen the lever and tilt the
blade to the left fully. Make sure that the
pointer on the arm points to 45° on the bevel
scale on the arm holder. If the pointer does
not point to 45°, turn the left 45° bevel angle
adjusting bolt on the side of the arm holder
until the pointer points to 45°.
To adjust right 45° bevel angle, perform the
same procedure described above.
Adjusting for smooth beveling action
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1. Arm
1
2
2. Hex lock nut
Adjusting the position of laser line
For model LS1214L only
1
3
1
2
WARNIN G:
• As the tool is plugged when adjusting the position
of laser line, take a full caution especially at switch
action. Pulling the switch trigger accidentally cause
an accidental start of the tool and personal injury.
CAUTION:
• LASER RADIATION
Do not stare into beam.
• Never apply a blow or impact to the tool. A blow or
impact causes the incorrect position of laser line,
damage to the laser beam emitting part or a short
life of the tool.
When adjusting the laser line appears on the left side
of the saw blade
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1. Workpiece
2. Cutting line
3. Holder
2
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1. Vertical vise
2. Holder
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2
4
5
The hex lock nut holding together the arm and arm
holder has been factory adjusted to assure smooth beveling action and to guarantee precise cutting. Do not
tamper with it. Should looseness develop at the arm and
arm holder connection, tighten the hex lock nut using a
wrench.
3
1. Screw to change the
2. Adjusting screw
movable range of the
adjusting screw
3. Hex Wrench 4. Laser line
5. Saw blade
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When adjusting the laser line appears on the right
side of the saw blade
2
1
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3
Cleaning of the lens for the laser light
For model LS1214L only
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1
2
3
1. Screwdriver
2. Screw (one
piece only)
3. Lens for the
laser light
1. Screw to change the
movable range of the
adjusting screw
2. Saw blade
3. Laser line
For both adjustments, do as follows.
1. Make sure that the tool is unplugged.
2. Draw the cutting line on the workpiece and place it
on the turn table. At this time, do not secure the
workpiece with a vise or similar securing device.
3. Lower the blade by lowering the handle and just
check to see where the cutting line and the position
of the saw blade is. (Decide which position to cut on
the line of cut.)
4. After decision the position to be cut, return the han-
dle to the original position. Secure the workpiece
with the vertical vise without shifting the workpiece
from the pre-checked position.
5. Plug the tool and turn on the laser switch.
6. Adjust the position of laser line as follows.
The position of laser line can be changed as the movable
range of the adjusting screw for the laser is changed by
turning two screws with a hex wrench. (The movable
range of laser line is factory adjusted within 1 mm (0.04”)
from the side surface of blade.)
To shift the laser line movable range further away from
the side surface of blade, turn the two screws counterclockwise after loosening the adjusting screw. Turn these
two screws clockwise to shift it closer to the side surface
of the blade after loosening the adjusting screw.
Refer to the section titled “Laser line action” and adjust
the adjusting screw so that the cutting line on your workpiece is aligned with the laser line.
NOTE:
• Check the position of laser line regularly for
accuracy.
• Have the tool repaired by Makita authorized service
center for any failure on the laser unit.
If the lens for the laser light becomes dirty, or sawdust
adheres to it in such a way that the laser line is no longer
easily visible, unplug the saw and remove and clean the
lens for the laser light carefully with a damp, soft cloth.
Do not use solvents or any petroleum-based cleaners on
the lens.
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1. Lens for the
laser light
1
To remove the lens for the laser light, remove the saw
blade before removing the lens according to the instructions in the section titled “Installing or removing saw
blade”.
Loosen but do not remove the screw which secures the
lens using a screwdriver.
Pull out the lens as shown in the figure.
NOTE:
• If the lens does not come out, loosen the screw
further and pull out the lens again without removing
the screw.
Replacing fluorescent tube
For LS1214F only
1
3
2
4
1
5
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1. Pull out 2. Push
3. Lamp box 4. Screws
5. Fluorescent tube
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CAUTION:
• Always be sure that the tool is switched off and
unplugged before replacing the fluorescent tube.
• Do not apply force, impact or scratch to a
fluorescent tube, which can cause a glass of the
fluorescent tube to be broken resulting in a injury to
you or your bystanders.
• Leave the florescent tube for a while immediately
after a use of it and then replace it. If not. You may
burn yourself.
Remove screws, which secure Lamp Box for the light.
Pull out the Lamp Box keeping pushing lightly the upper
position of it as illustrated on the left.
Pull out the fluorescent tube and then replace it with
Makita original new one.
Replacing carbon brushes
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1. Limit mark
1
Remove and check the carbon brushes regularly.
Replace when they wear down to the limit mark. Keep
the carbon brushes clean and free to slip in the holders.
Both carbon brushes should be replaced at the same
time. Use only identical carbon brushes.
Use a screwdriver to remove the brush holder caps. Take
out the worn carbon brushes, insert the new ones and
secure the brush holder caps.
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1. Brush holder
cap
2. Screwdriver
2
1
After replacing brushes, plug in the tool and break in
brushes by running tool with no load for about 10 minutes. Then check the tool while running and electric
brake operation when releasing the switch trigger. If electric brake is not working well, ask your local Makita service center for repair.
After use
• After use, wipe off chips and dust adhering to the
tool with a cloth or the like. Keep the blade guard
clean according to the directions in the previously
covered section titled “Blade guard”. Lubricate the
sliding portions with machine oil to prevent rust.
• When storing the tool, pull the carriage toward you
fully so that the slide pole is thoroughly inserted into
the turn base.
To maintain product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs,
any other maintenance or adjustment should be performed by Makita Authorized or Factory Service Centers,
always using Makita replacement parts.
ACCESSORIES
CAUTION:
• These accessories or attachments are
recommended for use with your Makita tool
specified in this manual. The use of any other
accessories or attachments might present a risk of
injury to persons. Only use accessory or
attachment for its stated purpose.
If you need any assistance for more details regarding
these accessories, ask your local Makita service center.
• Steel & Carbide-tipped saw blades
Miter saw blades
Combination
Crosscutting
Fine cross cuts For sand-free cuts cleanly against the grain.
Non-ferrous metals
miter saw blades
For smooth and precise cutting in various materials.
General purpose blade for fast and smooth rip,
crosscuts and miters.
For smoother cross grain cuts. Slices cleanly
against the grain.
For miters in aluminum, copper, brass, tubing,
and other non-ferrous metals.
• Sub-fence R
• Vise assembly (Horizontal vise)
• Vertical vise
• Socket wrench 13
• Holder
• Dust bag
• Elbow
• Crown molding stopper set
• Triangular rule
• Lock-off button (2 pcs.)
• Fluorescent tube (For LS1214F)
• Hex wrench (For LS1214L)
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