Adjusting The Bevel Angle; Switch Action - Makita LS1216 Instruction Manual

After changing the miter angle, always secure the
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turn base by
counterclockwise.

Adjusting the bevel angle

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To adjust the bevel angle, loosen the lever at the rear of
the tool counterclockwise. Push the latch lever forward
as shown in the figure fully while supporting the weight
of the saw head so as to release the pressure on the
lock pin.
When tilting the carriage to the right, tilt the carriage to
the left slightly after loosening the lever and press the
releasing button. With the releasing button being
pressed, tilt the carriage to the right.
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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.
When the latch lever is pulled toward yourself, the saw
blade can be locked using positive stops at the right and
left 22.5 ° and 33.9 ° angle to the base surface.
When the latch lever is pushed forward as shown in the
figure, the saw blade can be locked at an desired angle
within the specified bevel angle range.
turning the grip
1. Lever
2. Latch lever
1. Latch lever
1. Scale plate
2. Release button
3. Pointer
4. Latch lever
CAUTION:
to 90°
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.
When changing bevel angles, be sure to position
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the kerf boards appropriately as explained in the
"Positioning kerf boards" section.
Slide lock adjustment
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To lock the lower slide pole, pull the lock lever toward
yourself.
To lock the upper slide pole, turn the locking screw
clockwise.

Switch action

CAUTION:
Before plugging in the tool, always check to see
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that the switch trigger actuates properly and
returns to the "OFF" position when released.
Do not pull the switch trigger hard without pressing
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in the lock-off button. This can cause switch
breakage.
For European countries
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To prevent the switch trigger from being accidentally
pulled, a lock-off button is provided. To start the tool,
push the lever to the left, press in the lock-off button and
then pull the switch trigger. Release the switch trigger to
stop.
A hole is provided in the switch trigger for insertion of
padlock to lock the tool off.
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1. Lock lever
2. Screw
1. Lock-off button
2. Switch trigger
3. Lever
4. Hole for padlock