Makita LS1212 Instruction Manual page 26

9. Cutting repetitive lengths
When cutting several pieces of stock
to the same length, ranging from
300 mm (1 1-3/4") to 470 mm (18-1/2"),
use of the set plate (optional accessory)
will facilitate more efficient operation.
Install the set plate on the holder as
shown in Fig. Align the cutting line on
you 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
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Set plate
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.
NOTE:
Use of the holder-rod assembly (optional accessory) allows cutting repetitive lengths,
ranging from 300 mm (1 1-3/4") to 2,690 mm (106").
10. Groove cutting
A dado type cut can be made by proceeding as follows:
Adjust the lower limit position of the blade using the adjusting screw on the stopper
arm to limit the cutting depth of the blade. To adjust it, rotate the stopper arm to the
position shown in the figure. Adjust the adjusting screw so that the blade stops at the
desired position when lowering the handle fully. After adjusting the lower limit position
of the blade, cut parallel grooves across the width of the workpiece using a slide
(push) cut as shown in the figure. Then remove the workpiece material between the
grooves with a chisel. Do not attempt to perform this type of cut using wide (thick)
blades or with a dado blade. Possible loss of control and injury may result.
Adjusting screw
arm
CAUTION:
Be sure to return the stopper arm
to
the original position when performing other than
groove cutting.
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