Makita LS1040 Instruction Manual page 10

1. Lock-off button
2. Switch trigger
ASSEMBLY
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1. Center cover
2. Socket wrench
3. Hex bolt
4. Blade guard
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1. Socket wrench
2. Shaft lock
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For all countries other than European countries
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To prevent the switch trigger from being accidentally pulled, a lock-off button is
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provided. To start the tool, press in the lock-off button and pull the switch trig-
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ger. 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.
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.
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
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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
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the hex bolt clockwise. Then remove the hex bolt, outer flange and blade.
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