Makita LH1200FL Instruction Manual page 4

14. Remove any adjusting key or wrench before
turning the power tool on. A wrench or a key left
attached to a rotating part of the power tool may
result in personal injury.
15. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and
balance at all times. This enables better control
of the power tool in unexpected situations.
16. Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or
jewellery. Keep your hair, clothing, and gloves
away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewellery or
long hair can be caught in moving parts.
17. If devices are provided for the connection of dust
extraction and collection facilities, ensure these
are connected and properly used. Use of dust
collection can reduce dust-related hazards.
Power tool use and care
18. Do not force the power tool. Use the correct
power tool for your application. The correct
power tool will do the job better and safer at the
rate for which it was designed.
19. Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn
it on and off. Any power tool that cannot be controlled
with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
20. Disconnect the plug from the power source and/or
the battery pack from the power tool before making
any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing
power tools. Such preventive safety measures reduce
the risk of starting the power tool accidentally.
21. Store idle power tools out of the reach of
children and do not allow persons unfamiliar
with the power tool or these instructions to
operate the power tool. Power tools are
dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
22. Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment
or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts
and any other condition that may affect the
power tool's operation. If damaged, have the
power tool repaired before use. Many accidents
are caused by poorly maintained power tools.
23. Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly
maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges
are less likely to bind and are easier to control.
24. Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits
etc. in accordance with these instructions,
taking into account the working conditions
and the work to be performed. Use of the power
tool for operations different from those intended
could result in a hazardous situation.
Service
25. Have your power tool serviced by a qualified
repair person using only identical replacement
parts. This will ensure that the safety of the power
tool is maintained.
26. Follow instruction
changing accessories.
for lubricating and
27. Keep handles dry, clean and free from oil and
grease.
TABLE TOP MITER SAW SAFETY
WARNINGS
FOR BOTH MITER SAW MODE AND TABLE SAW
(BENCH SAW) MODE
1. Check the blade carefully for cracks or
deformation before operation.
Replace damaged blade immediately.
2. Do not operate saw without guards and riving
knife in place, especially after a mode change.
Check blade guards for proper closing before
each use. Do not operate saw if blade guards
do not move freely and close instantly. Never
clamp or tie the blade guards into the open
position. Any irregular operation of the blade
guards should be corrected immediately.
3. Use only saw blades specified by the manufacturer
and which conform to EN847-1. The groove width of
the cut must be thicker than the riving knife and the
blade body must be thinner than the riving knife.
4. Do not use saw blades manufactured from
high speed steel.
5. Wear eye protection.
6. Wear hearing protection to reduce the risk of
hearing loss.
7. Wear gloves for handling saw blades (saw
blades shall be carried in a holder wherever
practicable) and rough material.
8. Connect the tool to a dust collecting device
when sawing.
9. Always store the push-stick when it is not in use.
10. Keep the floor area around the tool level well
maintained and free of loose materials e.g.
chips and cut-offs.
11. The operator is adequately trained in the use,
adjustment and operation of the tool.
12. Stop and unplug the saw when unattended.
13. To reduce the emitted noise, always be sure
that the blade is sharp and clean.
14. Use only saw blades that are marked with a
maximum speed equal to or higher than the no
load speed marked on the tool.
15. When the tool is fitted with a laser or LED, do
not replace the laser or LED with a different
type. Ask an authorized service center for repair.
16. Never remove any cut-offs or other parts of the
workpiece from the cutting area whilst the tool
is running with an unguarded saw blade.
17. The tool should not be used for slotting,
rebating or grooving.
18. Before carrying the tool, always cover the upper
part of the saw blade by the top guard and secure
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