Operation; Miter Cutting - Makita LS1030N Instruction Manual

CAUTION:
When cutting long workpieces, use supports that
are as high as the top surface level of the turn
base. (Fig. 18)
2. Horizontal vise (optional accessory)
(Fig. 19 & 20)
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 opposite the direction in which the turn
table is to be turned. By turning the knob on the
vise counterclockwise, the screw is released and
the vise shaft can be moved rapidly in and out.
By turning the knob clockwise, the screw remains
secured. To grip workpieces, turn the knob gently
clockwise until the projection reaches its topmost
position, then fasten securely. If the knob is forced
in or pulled out while being turned clockwise, the
projection may stop at an angle. In this case, turn
the knob back counterclockwise until the screw is
released, before turning again gently clockwise.
3. Holders and holder assembly (optional
accessories)
The holders and the holder assembly can be
installed on either side as a convenient means of
supporting workpieces horizontally. Install them as
shown in Fig. 21. Then tighten the screws firmly
to secure the holders and the holder assembly.
(Fig. 21)
When cutting long workpieces, use the holder-rod
assembly (optional accessory). It consists of two
holder assemblies and two rods 12. (Fig. 22)
CAUTION:
Always support long workpieces level with the top
surface of the turn base for accurate cuts and to
prevent dangerous loss of control of the tool.

Operation

CAUTION:
• Before use, be sure to release the handle from the
lowered position by pulling the stopper pin.
• Make sure the blade is not contacting the workpiece,
etc. before the switch is turned on.
• Do not apply excessive pressure on the handle
when cutting. Too much force may result in overload
of the motor and/or decreased cutting efficiency.
• Gently press down the handle to perform the cut. If
the handle is pressed down with force or if lateral
force is applied, the blade will vibrate and leave a
mark (saw mark) in the workpiece and the precision
of the cut will be impaired.
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When cutting with this tool, the thickness of the blade
is cut out of the workpiece as well. Therefore, your
cutting line should be on either the left or right side
of the groove in the kerf board. Switch on the tool
and wait until the blade attains full speed before
lowering gently into the cut. When the blade contacts
the workpiece, gradually bear down on the handle to
perform the cut. When the cut is completed, switch off
the tool and WAIT UNTIL THE BLADE HAS COME TO
A COMPLETE STOP before returning the blade to its
fully elevated position. A thin piece of cut off material
could otherwise contact the coasting blade and be
thrown around dangerously. (Fig. 23)
1.

Miter cutting

Refer to the previously covered "Positioning for
adjusting the miter angle".
2. Cutting aluminum extrusion (Fig. 24)
When securing aluminum extrusions, use spacer
blocks or pieces of scrap as shown in Fig. 24
to prevent deformation of the aluminum. Use a
cutting
lubricant when cutting the aluminum extrusion to
prevent build-up of the aluminum material on the
blade.
CAUTION:
Never attempt to cut thick or round aluminum
extrusions.
Thick aluminum extrusions may come loose
during operation and round aluminum extrusions
cannot be secured firmly with this tool.
3. Wood facing (Fig. 25)
Use of wood facing helps to assure splinter-free
cuts in workpieces. Attach a wood facing to the
guide fence using the holes in the guide fence.
CAUTION:
• Use straight wood of even thickness as the
wood facing.
• See Fig. 25 concerning the dimensions for a
suggested wood facing.
4. Cutting repetitive lengths (Fig. 26)
When cutting several pieces of stock to the same
length, ranging from 240 mm to 400 mm, use of
the set plate (optional accessory) will facilitate
more efficient operation. Install the set plate on
the holder as shown in Fig. 26. Align the cutting
line on your workpiece with either the left or right
side of the groove in the kerf board, and while
holding the workpiece from moving, move the set
plate flush against the end of the workpiece. Then
secure the set plate with the screw. When the set
plate is not used, loosen the screw and turn the
set plate out of the way.