Makita LS1016 Instruction Manual page 10

Laser line is factory adjusted so that it is positioned within
1 mm (0.04") 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.
Aligning the laser line
A B
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Laser line can be shifted to either the left or right side of
the blade according to the applications of cutting. Refer
to explanation titled "Laser beam action" regarding its
shifting method.
NOTE:
Use wood facing against the guide fence when
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aligning the cutting line with the laser line at the
side of guide fence in compound cutting (bevel
angle 45 degrees and miter angle right 45
degrees).
A) When you obtain the correct size on the left side of
workpiece
Shift the laser line to the left of the blade.
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B) When you obtain the correct size on the right side of
workpiece
Shift the laser line to the right of the blade.
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Align the cutting line on your workpiece with the laser
line.
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.
Socket wrench storage
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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.
Lock the handle in the raised position by pushing in the
stopper pin.
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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.
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1. Wrench holder
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2. Socket wrench
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1. Stopper pin
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1. Center cover
2. Socket wrench
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3. Hex bolt
4. Blade guard
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