Makita LS1214 Instruction Manual page 9

Laser line is factory adjusted so that it is positioned
within 1 mm from the side surface of the blade (cutting
position).
NOTE:
When laser line is dim and almost or entirely
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invisible because of the direct sunlight in the indoor
or outdoor window-by work, relocate the work area
to a place not exposed to the 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 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 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
CAUTION:
Always be sure that the tool is switched off and
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unplugged before carrying out any work on the
tool.
Socket wrench storage
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The socket wrench is stored as shown in the figure.
When using the socket wrench, pull it out of the wrench
holder. After using the socket wrench, return it to the
wrench holder.
Installing or removing saw blade
CAUTION:
Always be sure that the tool is switched off and
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unplugged before installing or removing the blade.
Use only the Makita socket wrench provided to
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install or remove the blade. Failure to do so may
result in overtightening or insufficient tightening of
the hex bolt. This could cause an 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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Press the shaft lock to lock the spindle and use the
socket wrench to loosen the hex bolt clockwise. Then
remove the hex bolt, outer flange and blade.
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1. Socket wrench
2. Wrench holder
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1. Stopper pin
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1. Center cover
2. Hex bolt
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3. Socket wrench
4. Blade guard
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