Adjusting Bevel Angle; Switch Action - Makita LS1040 Instruction Manual

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1. Lever
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1. Lever
2. Bevel scale
3. Pointer
1. Lock-off button
2. Switch trigger
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• After changing the miter angle, always secure the turn
base by tightening the grip firmly.
Adjusting the bevel angle
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To adjust the bevel angle, loosen the lever at the rear of the
tool counterclockwise.
Push the handle to the left to tilt the saw blade until the
pointer points to the desired angle on the bevel scale. Then
tighten the lever clockwise firmly to secure the arm.
CAUTION:
• When tilting the saw blade, be sure to raise the handle
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fully.
• After changing the bevel angle, always secure the arm
by tightening the lever clockwise.

Switch action

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CAUTION:
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• Before plugging in the tool, always check to see that the
switch trigger actuates properly and returns to the "OFF"
position when released.
• When not using the tool, remove the lock-off button and
store it in a secure place. This prevents unauthorized
operation.
• Do not pull the switch trigger hard without pressing in the
lock-off button. This can cause switch breakage.
To prevent the switch trigger from being accidentally pulled, a
lock-off button is provided. To start the tool, press in the lock-
off button and pull the switch trigger. Release the switch trig-
ger to stop.