Securing Workpiece - Makita LS1040 Instruction Manual

To install the blade, mount it carefully onto the spindle,
making sure that the direction of the arrow on the sur-
face of the blade matches the direction of the arrow on
the blade case.
► Fig.19: 1. Blade case 2. Arrow 3. Saw blade
4. Arrow
Install the flange and hex bolt, and then use the socket
wrench to tighten the hex bolt (left-handed) securely
counterclockwise while pressing the shaft lock.
► Fig.20: 1. Spindle 2. Flange 3. Saw blade 4. Flange
5. Hex bolt 6. Ring
CAUTION:
The ring 25.4 mm or 30 mm in
outer diameter is factory-installed onto the spin-
dle. Before mounting the blade onto the spindle,
always be sure that the correct ring for the arbor
hole of the blade you intend to use is installed
onto the spindle.
Return the blade guard and center cover to its original
position. Then tighten the hex bolt clockwise to secure
the center cover. Lower the handle to make sure that
the blade guard moves properly. Make sure shaft lock
has released spindle before making cut.
Connecting a vacuum cleaner
When you wish to perform clean cutting operation,
connect a Makita vacuum cleaner.
► Fig.21
Dust bag
► Fig.22: 1. Dust nozzle 2. Dust bag 3. Fastener
The use of the dust bag makes cutting operations clean
and dust collection easy. To attach the dust bag, fit it
onto the dust nozzle.
When the dust bag is about half full, remove the dust
bag from the tool and pull the fastener out. Empty
the dust bag of its contents, tapping it lightly so as to
remove particles adhering to the insides which might
hamper further collection.

Securing workpiece

WARNING:
• It is extremely important to always secure the
workpiece properly and tightly with the vise.
Failure to do so can cause the tool to be dam-
aged and/or the workpiece to be destroyed.
PERSONAL INJURY MAY ALSO RESULT. Also,
after a cutting operation, DO NOT raise the
blade until the blade has come to a complete
stop.
CAUTION:
• When cutting long workpieces, use supports
that are as high as the top surface level of the
turn base. Do not rely solely on the vertical vise
and/or horizontal vise to secure the workpiece.
Thin material tends to sag. Support workpiece
over its entire length to avoid blade pinch and
possible KICKBACK.
► Fig.23: 1. Support 2. Turn base
Sub-fence
► Fig.24: 1. Sub-fence
This tool is equipped with the sub-fence. It should be
positioned as shown in the figure.
CAUTION:
• When performing left bevel cuts, flip the fence
over to the left position as shown in the figure.
Otherwise, it will contact the blade or a part of
the tool, causing possible serious injury to the
operator.
► Fig.25: 1. Sub-fence
Vertical vise
► Fig.26: 1. Vise arm 2. Vise rod 3. Guide fence
4. Holder 5. Holder assembly 6. Vise knob
7. Screw
The vertical vise can be installed in two positions on
either the left or right side of the guide fence or the
holder assembly (optional accessory). Insert the vise
rod into the hole in the guide fence or the holder assem-
bly and tighten the screw to secure the vise rod.
Position the vise arm according to the thickness and
shape of the workpiece and secure the vise arm by
tightening the screw. If the screw to secure the vise arm
contacts the guide fence, install the screw on the oppo-
site side of vise arm. Make sure that no part of the tool
contacts the vise when lowering the handle all the way.
If some part contacts the vise, re-position the vise.
Press the workpiece flat against the guide fence and the
turn base. Position the workpiece at the desired cutting
position and secure it firmly by tightening the vise knob.
CAUTION:
• The workpiece must be secured firmly against
the turn base and guide fence with the vise
during all operations.
Horizontal vise (optional accessory)
► Fig.27: 1. Vise knob 2. Projection 3. Vise shaft
4. Base
The horizontal vise can be installed on either the left or
right side of the base. When performing 15° or greater
miter cuts, install the horizontal vise on the side oppo-
site the direction in which the turn base is to be turned.
By turning the vise knob counterclockwise, the screw
is released and the vise shaft can be moved rapidly in
and out. By turning the vise knob clockwise, the screw
remains secured. To grip the workpiece, turn the vise
knob gently clockwise until the projection reaches its
topmost position, then fasten securely. If the vise knob
is forced in or pulled out while being turned clockwise,
the projection may stop at an angle. In this case, turn
the vise knob back counterclockwise until the screw is
released, before turning again gently clockwise.
The maximum width of the workpiece which can be
secured by the horizontal vise is 130 mm.
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