Makita LS1440 User Manual

Miter Saw

Equipped with Electric Blade Brake
355 mm (14”)
MODEL LS1440

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

Blade diameter ............................................................................................... 355 mm (14”)

Hole diameter ..................................................................25 mm (31/32”) and 25.4 mm (1”)

Max. Miter angle ......................................................................................Left 45°, Right 45°

Max. Cutting capacities (H x W)

Miter angle

0° 45° (left and right)

122 mm x 152 mm

(4-3/4” x 6”)

No load speed (RPM) .......................................................................................... 3,200/min.

Dimensions (L x W x H) ........................530 mm x 440 mm x 610 mm (21” x 17-1/4” x 24”)

Net weight ....................................................................................................... 30 kg (66 lbs)

• Manufacturer reserves the right to change specifications without notice.

• Specifications may differ from country to country.

122 mm x 115 mm

(4-3/4” x 4-1/2”)

For Your Own Safety Read Instruction Manual
Before Operating Tool
Save it for future reference
GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

(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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

Table 1: Minimum gage for cord

Ampere Rating

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

Volts Total length of cord in feet

120 V 25 ft. 50 ft. 100 ft. 150 ft.

ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES USB037-2

DO NOT let comfort or familiarity with product (gained from
repeated use) replace strict adherence to miter 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.

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. Always secure all moving portions before
carrying the tool.

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

10. 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.

11. Use only flanges specified for this tool.

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

13. 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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

20. 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.

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

22. Stop operation immediately if you notice
anything abnormal.

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

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

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

26. NEVER hold workpiece on right side of
blade with left hand or vice versa. This is
called cross-armed cutting and exposes
user to risk of SERIOUS PERSONAL
INJURY as shown in the figure. ALWAYS
use vise to secure workpiece.

27. Do not abuse cord. Never yank cord to
disconnect it from the receptacle. Keep
cord away from heat, oil, water and sharp
objects.

28. NEVER stack workpieces on the table top
to speed cutting operations. Cut only one
piece at a time.

29. 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.

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INSTALLATION

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1. Handle latch

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1. Bolt

Bench mounting

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When the tool is shipped, the handle is locked in the lowered
position by the handle latch. Release the handle latch by low­ering the handle slightly and turn the handle latch to the
released position.

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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

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CAUTION:

• Always be sure that the tool is switched off and
unplugged before adjusting or checking function on the
tool.

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Blade guard

When lowering the handle, the blade guard rises automati­cally. The guard is spring loaded so it returns to its original
position when the cut is completed and the handle is raised.
NEVER DEFEAT OR REMOVE THE BLADE GUARD OR

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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.

1. Blade guard

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1. Turn base

2. Kerf board

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If the see-through blade guard becomes dirty, or sawdust
adheres to it in such a way that the blade 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.

Kerf board

This tool is provided with the kerf board in the turn base to
minimize tearing on the exit side of a cut. If the kerf groove
has not yet been cut in the kerf board by the factory, you
should cut the groove before actually using the tool to cut a
workpiece. Switch on the tool and lower the blade gently to
cut a groove in the kerf board.

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2

1. Gear housing

2. Hex nut

3. Adjusting bolt

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Maintaining maximum cutting capacity

This tool is factory adjusted to provide the maximum cutting
capacity for a 355 mm (14”) 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. Lower the handle completely. Loosen
the hex nut at the rear of the gear housing. Use a screwdriver
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.

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2

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1. Top surface ot turn base

2. Periphery of blade

3. Guide fence

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1. Pointer

2. Latch spring

3. Miter scale

4. Grip

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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. Re-adjust
slightly, if necessary.

After adjusting, tighten the hex nut with the wrench while
carefully holding the adjusting bolt in position with the screw­driver.

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At this time, make sure that the handle can be locked in the
lowered position by turning the handle latch. If the handle
cannot be locked so, turn the adjusting bolt so that the han­dle can be locked in the lowered position.

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.

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.

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.

Fence plate

The fence plate is designed to prevent smaller cutting scraps
from jamming inside the blade case. The fence plate moves
right or left automatically as the turn base is rotated.

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Switch action

1. Lock-off button

2. Switch trigger

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CAUTION:

• Before plugging in the tool, always check to see that the
switch trigger actuates properly and returns to the “OFF”

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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.

To prevent the switch trigger from being accidentally pulled, a
lock-off button is provided. To start the tool, press in the lock­off button and pull the switch trigger. Release the switch trig­ger to stop.

WARNING:

• 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.

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.

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ASSEMBLY

1. Socket wrench

CAUTION:

• Always be sure that the tool is switched off and
unplugged before carrying out any work on the tool.

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.

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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.

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Press the shaft lock to lock the spindle and use the socket
wrench to loosen the hex bolt clockwise. Then remove the

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hex bolt, outer flange and blade.

1. Shaft lock

1. Socket wrench

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2

1. Blade case

2. Arrow

3. Saw blade

4. Arrow

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1 4 3

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To install the blade, mount it carefully onto the spindle, mak­ing sure that the direction of the arrow on the surface 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.

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25.4mm

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6

25mm

1. Spindle 2. Inner flange

3. Blade 4. Outer flange

5. Hex bolt 6. 25.4mm marking

25mm

CAUTION:

• The inner flange has a 25 mm (63/64”) diameter on one
side and a 25.4 mm (1”) diameter on the other. The side
with 25.4 mm (1”) diameter is marked by “25.4”. Use the
correct side for the hole diameter of the blade you intend
to use. Mounting the blade on the wrong side can result
in dangerous vibration.

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Slip the pin on the blade guard into the slot in the guide arm
while returning the blade guard to its original fully closed
position. Then tighten the hex bolt clockwise to secure the
center cover. Lower the handle to make sure that the blade
guard moves properly. Make sure shaft lock has released
spindle before making cut.

1. Pin

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2

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1. Dust nozzle

2. Dust bug

3. Fastener

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1. Support

2. Turn base

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Dust bag

The use of the dust bag makes cutting operations clean and
dust collection easy. To attach the dust bag, fit it onto the
dust nozzle.

When the dust bag is about half full, remove the dust bag
from the tool and pull the fastener out. Empty the dust bag of
its contents, tapping it lightly so as to remove particles adher­ing to the insides which might hamper further collection.

NOTE:

If you connect a Makita vacuum cleaner to your saw, more
efficient and cleaner operations can be performed.

Securing workpiece

WARNING:

• It is extremely important to always secure the workpiece
properly and tightly with the vise. Failure to do so can
cause the tool to be 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.

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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.

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1. Projection

2. Vise knob

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Horizontal vise

The horizontal vise can be installed on either the left or right
side of the base. When performing 15° or greater miter cuts,
install the horizontal vise on the side opposite the direction in

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which the turn base is to be turned. By turning the vise knob
counterclockwise, the screw is released and the vise shaft
can be moved rapidly in and out. By turning the vise knob
clockwise, the screw remains secured. To grip the workpiece,
turn the vise knob gently clockwise until the projection
reaches its topmost position, then fasten securely. If the vise
knob is forced in or pulled out while being turned clockwise,

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1. Holder

2. Holder assembly

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2

1. Holder assembly

2. Rod 12

the projection may stop at an angle. In this case, turn the
vise knob back counterclockwise until the screw is released,
before turning again gently clockwise.

CAUTION:

• Grip the workpiece only when the projection is at the
topmost position. Failure to do so may result in
insufficient securing of the workpiece. This could cause
the workpiece to be thrown, cause damage to the blade
or cause the loss of control, which can result in
PERSONAL INJURY.

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Holders and holder assembly
(optional accessories)

The holders and the holder assembly can be installed on
either side as a convenient means of supporting workpieces
horizontally. Install them as shown in the figure. Then tighten
the screws firmly to secure the holders and the holder
assembly.

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When cutting long workpieces, use the holder-rod assembly
(optional accessory). It consists of two holder assemblies
and two rods 12.

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.

OPERATION

CAUTION:

• Before use, be sure to release the handle from the
lowered position by turning the handle latch to the
released position.

• 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.

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2

1. Horizontal vise

2. Spacer block

3. Aluminum extrusion

4. Guide fence

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2

1. Guide fence

2. Wood facing

• 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.

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1. Press cutting

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.

2. Miter cutting

Refer to the previously covered “Adjusting the miter
angle”.

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3. Cutting aluminum extrusion

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

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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.

4. Wood facing

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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.
See the figure concerning the dimensions for a sug­gested wood facing.

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10mm (3/8”)

64mm (2-1/2”)

1. Hole

Over 480mm (18-1/32”)

154mm (6”)

154mm (6”)

45mm (1-3/4”)

64mm (2-1/2”)

90mm (3-1/2”)

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1. Set plate

2. Holder

3. Screw

CAUTION:

• Use straight wood of even thickness as the wood facing.

• 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.

NOTE:

• When the wood facing is attached, the maximum cutting
capacities in width will be reduced by thickness of the
wood facing.

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5. Cutting repetitive lengths

When cutting several pieces of stock to the same length,
ranging from 300 mm (11-3/4”) to 400 mm (15-3/4”), use
of the set plate (optional accessory) will facilitate more
efficient operation. Install the set plate on the holder
(optional accessory) as shown in the figure.

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Align the cutting line on your workpiece with either the
left or right side of the groove in the kerf board, and while
holding the workpiece from moving, move the set plate
flush against the end of the workpiece. Then secure the
set plate with the screw. When the set plate is not used,
loosen the screw and turn the set plate out of the way.

NOTE:

• Use of the holder-rod assembly (optional accessory)
allows cutting repetitive lengths up to 2,200 mm (7.2 ft.)
approximately.

1. Handle latch

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Carrying tool

Make sure that the tool is unplugged. Secure the turn base at
right miter angle fully by means of the grip. Lower the handle
fully and lock it in the lowered position by turning the handle
latch to the locked position.

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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.

CAUTION:

• Always secure all moving portions before carrying the
tool.

• Handle latch is for carrying and storage purposes only
and not for any cutting operations.

MAINTENANCE

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1. Hex bolt

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1. Guide fence

2. Triangular rule

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CAUTION:

• Always be sure that the tool is switched off and
unplugged before attempting to perform inspection or
maintenance.

WARNING:

• 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:

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 turning the handle latch to the locked position. 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.

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1. Pointer

2. Screws

3. Miter scale

1. Gear housing

2. Hex lock nut

3. Arm

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Make sure that the pointer on the indication plate points
to 0° on the miter scale. If the pointer does not point to
0°, loosen the screws which secure the indication plate
and adjust it so that the pointer will point to 0°.

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Adjusting for smooth handle action

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The hex lock nut which holds the gear housing and the arm
has been factory adjusted to assure smooth handle action up

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and down and to guarantee precise cutting. Do not tamper
with it. Should looseness develop at the gear housing and
arm connection, perform the following adjustment. Work the

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handle up and down while tightening the hex lock nut; the
best position to tighten the hex lock nut is just before the
motor body weight is obvious.
After adjusting the hex lock nut, be sure that the handle
returns automatically to the initial, raised position from any
position. If the hex lock nut is too loose, the cutting accuracy
will be affected; if it is too tight, it will be hard to work the han­dle up and down. Note that this is a self locking nut. It is a
special type that does not loosen in normal use. It should not
be overtightened or replaced with other types of nuts.

1. Limit mark

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Replacing carbon brushes

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 iden-

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tical carbon brushes.

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2

1. Screwdriver

2. Brush holder cap

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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.

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.

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.

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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

Crosscutting For smoother cross grain cuts. Slices

Fine cross cuts For sand-free cuts cleanly against the

Non-ferrous metals
miter saw blades

cleanly against the grain.

grain.

For miters in aluminum, copper, brass,
tubing, and other non-ferrous metals.

• Vise assembly (Horizontal vise)

• Socket wrench 13

• Holder set

• Holder set (with set plate)

• Holder rod assembly

• Set plate

• Dust bag

• Triangular rule

• Lock-off button (2 pcs.)

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Memo

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Makita Canada Inc.
1950 Forbes Street,
Whitby, Ontario
L1N 7B7

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Stamp
Timbre

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Your answers to the following questions are appreciated.

1. This product was purchased from?

Hardware/lumber Store

2. Use of the product is intended for?

Construction trade

5. Any comments?

Industrial Supply

Other ( )Tool Distributor

Home maintenance

Other ( )Industrial maintenance

3. How did you first learn of Makita Power Tools?

4. Most favored points are?

Certificate of Warranty

Mail to Makita

Date Purchased Model No.

Month Day Year 20

Serial No.

Magazine/Newspaper

Store display

Design

Price

Catalog

Other ( )From dealer

Makita Brand

Powe rFeatures

Other ( )Size

Initial Last Name

Street Address

City Province

AGE:

Under 19 20-29 30-39 40-49 Over 50

Occupation:

Dealer's Name & Address:

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Postal Code

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Factory Service Centres

Head Office: 1950 Forbes St., Whitby, Ontario, L1N 7B7

Regional Office: 11771 Hammersmith Way, Richmond

Regional Office: 6389 boul. Couture, St. Leonard, Quebec

Dartmouth: 202 Brownlow Avenue

Ville St. Laurent: 1140 Rue Bégin, Ville St. Laurent, Quebec

Les Saules: 1200 St. Jean Baptiste, Unit 106, Les Saules,

Nepean: 210 Colonnade Road, Unit 11, Nepean,

Whitby: 1950 Forbes St., Whitby, Ontario, L1N 7B7

London: 317 Adelaide St. S., Unit 117, London,

Mississauga: 6350 Tomken Rd., Unit 8, Mississauga,

Calgary: #8-6115 Fourth St. S.E., Calgary

Edmonton: 11614-149 Street, Edmonton, Alberta,

Richmond: 11771 Hammersmith Way, Richmond, B.C.,

Winnipeg: 1670 St. James Street, Winnipeg, Manitoba,

Saskatoon: 206A-2750 Faithful Avenue Saskatoon,

For the authorized service centre nearest you please refer to the local yellow pages directory under “tools” or con­tact our customer service department (Tel) 1-800-263-3734

(905) 571 - 2200 1-800-263-3734

(604) 272 - 3104 1-800-663-0909B.C. V7A 5H6

(514) 323 - 1223 1-800-361-7049H1P 3J5(Montreal)

(902) 468 - 7064 1-888-625-4821Dartmouth, N.S., B3B 1T5

(514) 745 - 5025 1-888-745-5025H4R 1X1(Montreal)

(418) 871 - 5720 1-800-663-5757Quebec, G2E 5E8(Quebec)

(613) 224 - 5022 1-888-560-2214Ontario, K2E 7M1(Ottawa)

(905) 571 - 2200 1-800-263-3734

(519) 686 - 3115 1-800-571-0899Ontario, N5Z 3L3

(905) 670 - 7255 1-888-221-9811Ontario, L5T 1Y3

(403) 243 - 3995 1-800-267-0445Alberta, T2H 2H9

(780) 455 - 6644 1-888-455-6644T5M 3R3

(604) 272 - 3104 1-800-663-0909V7A 5H6

(204) 694 - 0402 1-800-550-5073R3H 0L3

(306) 931 - 0111 1-888-931-0111Saskatchewan, S7K 6M6

CUSTOMER RECORD

When you need service...

• Explain the problem in a letter

• Enclose the letter with the tool

• Package carefully and send prepaid

to the nearest Makita factory or
authorized service centre

DATE

PURCHASED:

DEALER’S NAME

& ADDRESS:

MODEL NO.:

SERIAL NO.:

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MAKITA LIMITED ONE YEAR WARRANTY

Warranty Policy

Every Makita tool is thoroughly inspected and tested before leaving the factory. It is warranted to be free of defects from
workmanship and materials for the period of ONE YEAR from the date of original purchase. Should any trouble develop during
this one year period, return the COMPLETE tool, freight prepaid, to one of Makita’s Factory or Authorized Service Centres.
If inspection shows the trouble is caused by defective workmanship or material, Makita will repair (or at our option, replace)
without charge.

This Warranty does not apply:

• where normal maintenance is required,

• repairs have been made or attempted by others,

• the tool has been abused, misused or improperly maintained,

• alterations have been made to the tool.

IN NO EVENT SHALL MAKITA BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES FROM
THE SALE OR USE OF THE PRODUCT. THIS DISCLAIMER APPLIES BOTH DURING AND AFTER THE TERM OF THIS
WARRANTY.

“The Makita Warranty is the only and the entire written warranty given by Makita for the Makita tools. No dealer or his agent
or employee is authorized to extend or enlarge upon this warranty by any verbal or written statement or advertisement.”

MAKITA DISCLAIMS LIABILITY FOR ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF

“MERCHANTABILITY” AND FITNESS FOR A SPECIFIC PURPOSE,” AFTER THE ONE YEAR TERM OF THIS WARRANTY.

“This Warranty gives you specific rights. The provisions contained in this warranty are not intended to limit, modify, take away

from, disclaim or exclude any warranties set forth in any provincial legislation. To the extent required by law, the provisions in
any provincial or federal legislation with respect to warranties take precedence over the provisions in this warranty.”

883619A236

Makita Corporation

3-11-8, Sumiyoshi-cho,

Anjo, Aichi 446-8502 Japan