Makita LS0815F Instruction Manual page 11

Electronic function
Soft start feature
This function allows the smooth start-up of the tool by
limiting the start-up torque.
Laser beam action
For model LS0815FL / LS0815FL GBA only
CAUTION:
• When not in use, be sure to turn off the laser.
► 1. Switch for laser
CAUTION:
• Never look into the laser beam. Direct laser
beam may injure your eyes.
• LASER RADIATION, DO NOT STARE INTO THE
BEAM OR VIEW DIRECTLY WITH OPTICAL
INSTRUMENTS, CLASS 2M LASER PRODUCT.
• Before shifting the laser line or performing main-
tenance adjustment, be sure to unplug the tool.
To turn on the laser beam, press the upper position
(ON) of the switch. To turn off the laser beam, press the
lower position (OFF) of the switch.
Laser line can be shifted to either the left or right side of
the saw blade by loosening the screw holding the laser
unit box and shifting it in the desired direction. After
shifting, be sure to tighten the screw.
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► 1. Screw holding the laser unit box
Laser line is factory adjusted so that it is positioned
within 1 mm from the side surface of the blade (cutting
position).
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NOTE:
• When laser line appears dim and hard to see
because of direct sunlight, relocate the work area
to a place where there is less direct sunlight.
Cleaning of the lens for the laser light
If the lens for the laser light becomes dirty, or sawdust
adheres to it in such a way that the laser line is no longer
easily visible, unplug the saw and remove and clean the lens
for the laser light carefully with a damp, soft cloth. Do not use
solvents or any petroleum-based cleaners on the lens.
NOTE:
• When laser line is dim and almost or entirely invis-
ible because of the direct sunlight in the indoor or
outdoor window-by work, relocate the work area to
a place not exposed to the direct sunlight.
Light action
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► 1. Light
► 1. Switch for light
To turn on the light, press the upper position (ON) of the switch.
To turn off the light, press the lower position (OFF) of the switch.
CAUTION:
• Do not look in the light or see the source of light
directly.
NOTE:
• Use a dry cloth to wipe the dirt off the lens of
lamp.
• Be careful not to scratch the lens of lamp, or it
may to lower the luminance.
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