Functional Description; Blade Guard - Makita LS1219 Instruction Manual

FUNCTIONAL
DESCRIPTION
WARNING:
Always be sure that the tool is
switched off and unplugged before adjusting or
checking function on the tool. Failure to switch off
and unplug the tool may result in serious personal
injury from accidental start-up.

Blade guard

► 1. Blade guard
When lowering the handle, the blade guard rises auto-
matically. The guard is spring loaded so it returns to
its original position when the cut is completed and the
handle is raised.
WARNING:
Never defeat or remove the blade
guard or the spring which attaches to the guard.
An exposed blade as a result of defeated guarding
may result in serious personal injury during operation.
In the interest of your personal safety, always maintain
the blade guard in good condition. Any irregular opera-
tion of the blade guard should be corrected immediately.
Check to assure spring loaded return action of guard.
WARNING:
Never use the tool if the blade
guard or spring are damaged, faulty or removed.
Operation of the tool with a damaged, faulty or
removed guard may result in serious personal injury.
If the see-through blade guard becomes dirty, or saw-
dust adheres to it in such a way that the blade and/or
workpiece 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 because this may cause damage to the guard.
If the blade guard is especially dirty and vision through the
guard is impaired, unplug the tool and use the supplied
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 proce-
dure 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.
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► 1. Center cover 2. Hex wrench 3. Blade guard
Kerf boards
This tool is provided with the kerf boards in the turn
base to minimize tearing on the exit side of a cut. The
kerf boards are factory adjusted so that the saw blade
does not contact the kerf boards. Before use, adjust the
kerf boards as follows:
► 1. Kerf board
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