Installation; Functional Description - Makita LC1230 Instruction Manual

smoothly before operation. Any irregular
operation of the safety cover should be
corrected immediately. Do not use the saw
without guards in position.
5. Be sure shaft lock is released before the
switch is turned on.
6. 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.
7. Keep your hands and body away from rotating
blade.
8. Always secure the workpiece with the vise.
9. Make sure the blade is not contacting the
workpiece before the switch is turned on.
10. Watch out for flying sparks when operating.
They can cause injury or ignite combustible
materials.
11. Do not touch the blade, workpiece or cutting
chips immediately after operation; they may
be extremely hot and could burn your skin.
12. Make sure that the ventilation openings are
kept clear when working in dusty conditions.
If dust accumulates
openings, disconnect the mains plug and
clean them with a soft brush.
13. Turn off tool and wait for saw blade to stop
completely before
changing settings. The wheel continues to
rotate after the machine is turned off.
14. If the blade stops during operation, makes an
odd noise or begins to vibrate, switch off the
tool immediately. Then check the tool and
blade.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
WARNING:
DO NOT let comfort or familiarity with product
(gained from repeated use) replace strict adherence
to safety rules for the subject product. MISUSE or
failure to follow the safety rules stated in this
instruction manual may cause serious personal
injury.

INSTALLATION

Positioning the tool
Fig.1
When the tool is shipped from the factory, the handle is
locked in the lowered position. Release the handle from
the lowered position by lowering it slightly and removing
the chain from the hook on the handle.
Bolt the tool with two bolts to a level and stable surface
using the bolt holes provided in the tool base. This will
help prevent tipping and possible injury.
Fig.2
in the ventilation
moving workpiece

FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION

CAUTION:
Always be sure that the tool is switched off and
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unplugged before adjusting or checking function
on the tool.
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.
When not using the tool, remove the lock-off
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button and store it in a secure place. This prevents
unauthorized operation.
For European countries
Fig.3
To prevent the switch trigger from being accidentally
pulled, a lock-off button is provided. To start the tool,
depress the lever to release the handle from the fully
elevated position and to press in the lock-off button, and
then pull the switch trigger. Release the switch trigger to
stop.
For all countries other than European countries
Fig.4
To prevent the switch trigger from being accidentally
or
pulled, a lock-off button is provided.
To start the tool, depress the lock-off button and pull the
switch trigger. Release the switch trigger to stop.
Setting for desired cutting angle
CAUTION:
Always tighten the hex bolt securely after
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changing the cutting angle.
Fig.5
To change the cutting angle, loosen the lever. Move the
vise stop so that the indicator will point to the desired
graduation. Then tighten the lever to secure the vise
stop.
Dust collection
Fig.6
CAUTION:
Do not touch any part of the dust box except its
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handle immediately after operation; it may be
extremely hot and could burn your skin.
This tool is equipped with the dust box to collect dust
and cut chips. When the dust box is full, hold the handle
of the dust box and raise it slightly. Then pull the dust
box out of the tool base. Empty the dust box of its
contents.
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