Additional Safety Rules - Makita LS1040 Instruction Manual

19. Stay alert
Watch what you are doing. Use common sense.
Do not operate tool when you are tired.
20. Check damaged parts
Before further use of the tool, a guard or other part
that is damaged should be carefully checked to
determine that it will operate properly and perform
its intended function. Check for alignment of moving
parts, binding of moving parts, breakage of parts,
mounting, and any other conditions that may affect
its operation. A guard or other part that is damaged
should be properly repaired or replaced by an
authorised service centre unless otherwise indicated
elsewhere in this instruction manual. Have defective
switches replaced by and authorised service centre.
Do not use tool if switch does not turn it on and off.
21. Warning
The use of any other accessory or attachment other
than recommended in this operating instruction or
the catalogue may present a risk of personal injury.
22. Have your tool repaired by an expert
This electric appliance is in accordance with the rel-
evant safety rules. Repairing of electric appliances
may be carried out only by experts otherwise it may
cause considerable danger for the user.

ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES

1. Wear eye protection.
2. Do not operate saw without guards in place.
3. Don't use the tool in the presence of flammable
liquids or gases.
4. Check the blade carefully for cracks or damage
before operation. Replace cracked or damaged
blade immediately.
5. Use only flanges specified for this tool.
6. Be careful not to damage the arbor, flanges
(especially the installing surface) or bolt. Dam-
age to these parts could result in blade break-
age.
7. Make sure that the turn base is properly secured
so it will not move during operation.
8. For your safety, remove the chips, small pieces,
etc. from the table top before operation.
9. Avoid cutting nails. Inspect for and remove all
nails from the workpiece before operation.
10. Make sure the shaft lock is released before the
switch is turned on.
11. Be sure that the blade does not contact the turn
base in the lowest position.
12. Hold the handle firmly. Be aware that the saw
moves up or down slightly during start-up and
stopping.
13. Do not perform any operation freehand. The
workpiece must be secured firmly against the
turn base and guide fence with the vise during
all operations. Never use your hand to secure
the workpiece.
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14. Keep hands out of path of saw blade. Avoid con-
tact with any coasting blade. It can still cause
severe injury.
15. Never reach around saw blade.
16. Make sure the blade is not contacting the work-
piece before the switch is turned on.
17. Before using the tool on an actual workpiece, let
it run for a while. Watch for vibration or wobbling
that could indicate poor installation or a poorly
balanced blade.
18. Wait until the blade attains full speed before cut-
ting.
19. Stop operation immediately if you notice any-
thing abnormal.
20. Do not attempt to lock the trigger in the ON posi-
tion.
21. Shut off power and wait for saw blade to stop
before servicing or adjusting tool.
22. Be alert at all times, especially during repetitive,
monotonous operations. Don't be lulled into a
false sense of security. Blades are extremely
unforgiving.
23. Always use accessories recommended in this
manual. Use of improper accessories such as
abrasive wheels may cause an injury.
24. Don't abuse cord. Never yank cord to disconnect
it from the receptacle. Keep cord away from heat,
oil, water and sharp edges.
25. Do not use the saw to cut other than aluminum,
wood or similar materials.
26. Connect compound miter saws to a dust collect-
ing device when sawing.
27. Select saw blades in relation to the material to
be cut.
28. Take care when slotting.
29. Replace the kerf board when worn.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Carrying tool (Fig. 1)
When carrying the tool, lower the handle fully and press
the stopper pin to lock the handle in the lowered position.
Secure the turn base by means of the grip. The tool can
then be conveniently carried by the carrying grip.
WARNING:
• Be sure that the tool is unplugged first.
• Stopper pin is for carrying purposes only and not for
any cutting operations.
Installing auxiliary plate (Fig. 2 & 3)
Install the auxiliary plate using the notch in the tool's
base and secure it by tightening the hex bolt.
Bench mounting saw (Fig. 4)
This tool should be bolted with two bolts to a level and
stable surface using the bolt holes provided in the tool's
base. This will help prevent tipping and possible injury.