Operation - Makita LC1230 Instruction Manual

ASSEMBLY
CAUTION:
Always be sure that the tool is switched off and
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unplugged before carrying out any work on the
tool.
Socket wrench storage
Fig.7
The socket wrench is stored as shown in the figure.
When using the socket wrench, pull it out of the wrench
holder. After using the socket wrench, return it to the
wrench holder.
Installing or removing saw blade
Fig.8
CAUTION:
When mounting the blade, make sure that the
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direction of the arrow on the surface of the blade
matches the direction of the arrow on the blade
case.
Use only the Makita socket wrench provided to
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install or remove the blade. Failure to do so may
result in overtightening or insufficient tightening of
the hex bolt. This could cause a personal injury.
Do not touch the blade immediately after
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operation; it may be extremely hot and could burn
your skin.
To remove the blade, use the socket wrench to loosen
the hex bolt holding the center cover by turning it
counterclockwise. Raise the blade guard and center
cover.
Press the shaft lock to lock the spindle and use the
socket wrench to loosen the hex bolt by turning
counterclockwise. Then remove the hex bolt, outer
flange and blade.
Fig.9
To install the blade, mount the inner flange, saw blade,
outer flange and hex bolt onto the spindle in that order.
Tighten the hex bolt by turning clockwise while pressing
the shaft lock. Return the blade guard and center cover
to the 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.
Fig.10
Securing workpiece
CAUTION:
Always set the vise nut to the right fully when
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securing the workpiece. Failure to do so may
result in insufficient securing of the workpiece.
This could cause the workpiece to be ejected or
cause damage to the blade.
By turning the vise handle counterclockwise and then
flipping the vise nut to the left, the vise is released from
the shaft threads and can be moved rapidly in and out.
To grip workpieces, push the vise handle until the vise
plate contacts the workpiece. Flip the vise nut to the
right and then turn the vise handle clockwise to securely
retain the workpiece.
Fig.11
Long workpieces must be supported by blocks of non-
flammable material on either side so that it will be level
with the base top.
Fig.12

OPERATION

Cutting operation
CAUTION:
Never attempt to cut workpieces less than 2 mm
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thick except pipe or workpieces which cannot be
secured firmly with the vise. The piece cut off may
be caught by the blade, causing dangerous
scattering of chips and/or damage to the carbide-
tips. Possible serious injury may result.
Do not apply excessive pressure on the handle
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when cutting. Too much pressure may result in
overload of the motor, decreased cutting efficiency
and/or damage to the carbide-tips or blade itself.
Too little pressure on the handle may result in
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more sparks and premature blade wear.
Do not touch the blade, workpiece or cutting chips
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immediately
extremely hot and could burn your skin.
If the blade stops during operation, makes an odd
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noise or begins to vibrate, switch off the tool
immediately. Replace cracked or damaged blade
with a new one.
Do not cut aluminum, wood, plastics, concrete,
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tiles, etc.
Always use carbide-tipped saw blades appropriate
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for your job. The use of inappropriate saw blades
may cause a poor cutting performance and/or
present a risk of personal injury.
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after operation; they may be