Makita LF1000 Instruction Manual page 10

11. The operator is adequately trained in the use,
adjustment and operation of the tool.
12. Stop and unplug the saw when unattended.
13. To reduce the emitted noise, always be sure
that the blade is sharp and clean.
14. Use only saw blades that are marked with a
maximum speed equal to or higher than the no
load speed marked on the tool.
15. Never remove any cut-offs or other parts of the
workpiece from the cutting area whilst the tool
is running with an unguarded saw blade.
16. The tool should not be used for slotting,
rebating or grooving.
17. Clean and be careful not to damage the
spindle, flanges (especially the installing
surface) and fixing bolt before or when
installing the blade. Damage to these parts
could result
installation may cause vibration/wobbling or
slippage of the blade. Use only flanges
specified for this tool.
18. Always use accessories recommended in this
manual. Use of improper accessories such as
abrasive cut-off wheels may cause an injury.
19. Select the correct saw blade for the material to
be cut.
20. Do not cut metal objects such as nails and
screws. Inspect for and remove all nails,
screws and other foreign material from the
workpiece before operation.
21. Knock out any loose knots from workpiece
BEFORE beginning to cut.
22. Do not use the tool in the presence of
flammable liquids or gases.
23. For your safety, remove the chips, small pieces,
etc. from the work area and table top before
plugging the tool and starting operation.
24. Keep hands and make your bystander and
yourself position out of path of and not in line
with saw blade. Avoid contact with any
coasting blade. It can still cause severe injury
and never reach around saw blade.
25. Be alert at all times, especially during
repetitive, monotonous operations. Do not be
lulled into a false sense of security. Blades are
extremely unforgiving.
26. Make sure the shaft lock is released before the
switch is turned on.
27. 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.
28. Wait until the blade attains full speed before
cutting.
29. Refrain from removing any cut-offs or other
parts of the workpiece from the cutting area
whilst the tool is running and the saw head is
not in the rest position.
in blade breakage.
30. Stop operation immediately if you notice
anything abnormal.
31. Turn off tool and wait for saw blade to stop
before
settings.
32. Unplug tool before changing blade, servicing
or not in use.
33. Some dust created from operation contains
chemicals known to cause cancer, birth
defects or other reproductive harm. Some
examples of these chemicals are:
lead from lead-based-painted material and,
•
arsenic
•
chemically-treated lumber.
Your
depending on how often you do this type of
work. To reduce your exposure to these
Poor chemicals: work in a well ventilated area and
work with approved safety equipment, such as
those dust masks that are specially designed
to filter out microscopic particles.
34. Make sure that the table is securely fixed with
the lever after turning it over.
WHEN USING IN MITER SAW MODE:
35. Do not use the saw to cut other than wood,
aluminum or similar materials.
36. Do not perform any operation freehand. The
workpiece must be secured firmly against the turn
table and guide fence with the vise during all
operations. Never use your hand to secure the
workpiece.
37. Ensure that the tool is stable before each cut.
38. Support long workpieces with appropriate
additional supports.
39. Never cut so small workpiece which cannot be
securely held by the vise. Improperly held
workpiece may cause kickback and serious
personal injury.
40. Make sure that the turn table is properly
secured so it will not move during operation.
41. Make sure that the arm is securely fixed when
beveling. Tighten the lever clockwise to fix the
arm.
42. Make sure the blade does not contact the turn
table in the lowest position and is not
contacting the workpiece before the switch is
turned on.
43. Hold the handle firmly. Be aware that the saw
moves up or down slightly during start-up and
stopping.
WHEN USING IN THE TABLE SAW (BENCH SAW)
MODE:
44. Do not perform any operation freehand.
Freehand means using your hands to support
or guide the workpiece, in lieu of a rip fence.
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