Makita LS1040 Instruction Manual page 11

Positioning for adjusting the bevel angle
The saw blade tilts up to 45" to the left. To adjust the bevel angle, loosen the lever at the
rear of the tool. Tilt the blade to the left so that the pointer indicates the desired angle on
Securing workpiece
Whenever possible, secure the workpiece with the optional vise. If you must use your
hand to hold the workpiece, then it must be done firmly and securely so as not to lose con-
trol of the workpiece. Your hand and arm must be kept well away from the blade area (4"
minimum). Squeeze the workpiece firmly against the guide fence with your fingers held
over the top of the guide fence. The workpiece must also rest steadily on the turn base.
WARN I NG:
Never use your hand to hold the workpiece that requires your hand to be any closer than
4" from the blade area. In this case, always use the optional vise to secure the workpiece.
After any cutting operation, raise the blade gently. Never raise the blade until it has come
to
a
complete stop. Serious injury may result.
1. Vertical vise (optional accessory)
The vertical vise can be installed on the guide fence or the holder assembly (optional
accessory).
Insert the vise rod into the hole in the
guide fence or holder assembly and
tighten the screw to secure the vise rod.
Position the vise arm according to the
thickness and shape of the workpiece
and secure the vise arm by tightening
the screw. Press the workpiece flat
against the guide fence and the turn
base. Position of the workpiece at the
desired cutting position and secure it
firmly by tightening the clamp screw.
Turn base
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