Makita LF1000 Instruction Manual page 12

To use the tool with the lower limit, move the stopper end
clockwise. Use in this position is proper to cut a thick
workpiece.
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Adjusting the miter angle
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Loosen the clamping screw on the guide fence by
turning counterclockwise. Turn the turn table by handle.
When you have moved the handle to the position where
the pointer points to the desired angle on the miter scale,
securely tighten the clamping screw clockwise.
CAUTION:
When turning the turn table, be sure to raise the
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handle fully.
After changing the miter angle, always secure the
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turn table by tightening the clamping screw firmly.
Adjusting the bevel angle
In the miter saw mode
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To adjust the bevel angle, loosen the lever at the rear of
the tool counterclockwise.
Push the handle to the left to tilt the saw blade until the
pointer points to the desired angle on the bevel scale.
Then tighten the lever clockwise firmly to secure the
arm.
CAUTION:
When tilting the saw blade, be sure to raise the
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handle fully.
After changing the bevel angle, always secure the
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arm by tightening the lever clockwise.
In the table saw mode
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To adjust the bevel angle, loosen the lever under the
table at the front of the tool counterclockwise.
Move the depth adjusting knob to the left to 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.
Switch action
Fig.14
Switch for the miter saw mode
CAUTION:
Before plugging in the tool, always check to see
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that the switch lever actuates properly and returns
to the "OFF" position when released.
When not using the tool, remove the lock-off button
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and store it in a secure place. This prevents
unauthorized operation.
Do not pull the switch lever hard without pressing
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in the lock-off button. This can cause switch
breakage.
To prevent the switch lever from being accidentally
pulled, a lock-off button is provided. To start the tool,
push the lock lever to the left, press in the lock-off button
and then pull the switch lever. Release the switch lever
to stop.
Switch for the table saw mode
CAUTION:
Before operation, make sure that the tool is turned
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on and off.
To start the tool, press the ON ( I ) button. To stop it,
press the OFF ( O ) button.
Adjusting the depth of cut
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The depth of cut can be adjusted by turning the cutting
depth adjusting knob. Turn the cutting depth adjusting
knob clockwise to raise the blade or counterclockwise to
lower it.
WARNING:
Use a shallow depth setting when cutting thin
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materials in order to obtain a cleaner cut.
CAUTION:
The stopper pin cannot be turned with the tool
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head at fully lowered position. At this time, turn the
knob counterclockwise slightly and the stopper pin
can be released.
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ASSEMBLY
CAUTION:
Always be sure that the tool is switched off and
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unplugged before carrying out any work on the
tool.
Socket wrench storage
Fig.17
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.
Table height two-way set up
The table height can be set up in two ways, high or low
table.
WARNING:
Before falling down the tool backwards, always set
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the tool in the miter saw mode and lock the tool
head in the lowest position.
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