Assembly - Makita LS1018LN Instruction Manual

For your safety, this tool is equipped with a lock-off
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button which prevents the tool from unintended
starting. NEVER use the tool if it runs when you
simply pull the switch trigger without pressing the
lock-off button. A switch in need of repair may
result in unintentional operation and serious
personal injury. Return tool to a Makita service
center for proper repairs BEFORE further usage.
NEVER defeat the lock-off button by taping down
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or some other means. A switch with a defeated
lock-off button may result in unintentional operation
and serious personal injury.
Electronic function
Soft start feature
This function allows the smooth start-up of the tool
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by limiting the start-up torque.
Laser beam action
For model LS1018L only
NOTE:
Before the first use, install two AA dry cells in the
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cell box. Refer to the section titled "Replacing the
dry cells for laser unit" for the installment.
CAUTION:
When not in use, be sure to turn off the laser
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CAUTION:
Never look into the laser beam. Direct laser beam
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may injure your eyes.
LASER RADIATION, DO NOT STARE INTO THE
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BEAM, CLASS 2 LASER PRODUCT.
Before shifting the laser line or performing
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maintenance adjustment, be sure to unplug the tool.
To turn on the laser beam, press the upper position (I) of
the switch. To turn off the laser beam, press the lower
position (0) 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.
1. Screw holding the laser unit box
010473
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Laser line is factory adjusted so that it is positioned
within 1 mm from the side surface of the blade (cutting
position).
NOTE:
When laser line appears dim and hard to see
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because of direct sunlight, relocate the work area
to a place where there is less direct sunlight.
Replacing the dry cells for laser unit
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Remove the lid for the dry cells for laser unit by sliding
while pressing it. Take out the old dry cells and put the
new ones as shown in the figure. After replacing, return
the lid to cover it.
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
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invisible 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.

ASSEMBLY

WARNING:
Always be sure that the tool is switched off and
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unplugged before working on the tool. Failure to
switch off and unplug the tool may result in serious
personal injury.
Storage of socket wrench with hex wrench on
its other end
Fig.21
The socket wrench is stored as shown in the figure.
When the socket wrench is needed it can be pulled out
of the wrench holder. After using the socket wrench it
can be stored by returning it to the wrench holder.
Installing or removing saw blade
WARNING:
Always be sure that the tool is switched off and
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unplugged before installing or removing the
blade. Accidental start up of the tool may result in
serious personal injury.
Use only the Makita socket wrench provided to
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install or remove the blade.Failure to use the
wrench may result in overtightening or insufficient
tightening of the hex bolt and serious personal
injury.
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