Makita Saw LS1030N User Manual

Miter Saw  
Equipped with Electric Blade Brake  
255 mm (10”)  
MODEL LS1030N  
DOUBLE  
INSULATION  
I N S T R U C T I O N M A N U A L  
WARNING:  
For your personal safety, READ and UNDERSTAND before using.  
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.  
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6. KEEP CHILDREN AWAY. All visitors  
should be kept safe distance from work  
area.  
16. REDUCE THE RISK OF UNINTENTIONAL  
STARTING. Make sure switch is in off  
position before plugging in.  
7. MAKE WORKSHOP KID PROOF with pad-  
locks, master switches, or by removing  
starter keys.  
17. USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES.  
Consult the owner’s manual for recom-  
mended accessories. The use of improper  
accessories may cause risk of injury to  
persons.  
8. DON’T FORCE TOOL. It will do the job bet-  
ter and safer at the rate for which it was  
designed.  
18. NEVER STAND ON TOOL. Serious injury  
could occur if the tool is tipped or if the  
cutting tool is unintentionally contacted.  
9. USE RIGHT TOOL. Don’t force tool or  
attachment to do a job for which it was not  
designed.  
19. 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, mount-  
ing, and any other conditions that may  
affect its operation. A guard or other part  
that is damaged should be properly  
repaired or replaced.  
10. WEAR PROPER APPAREL. Do not wear  
loose clothing, gloves, neckties, rings,  
bracelets, or other jewelry which may get  
caught in moving parts. Nonslip footwear  
is recommended. Wear protective hair  
covering to contain long hair.  
11. ALWAYS USE SAFETY GLASSES. Also  
use face or dust mask if cutting operation  
is dusty. Everyday eyeglasses only have  
impact resistant lenses, they are NOT  
safety glasses.  
20. DIRECTION OF FEED. Feed work into a  
blade or cutter against the direction of  
rotation of the blade or cutter only.  
12. SECURE WORK. Use clamps or a vise to  
hold work when practical. It’s safer than  
using your hand and it frees both hands  
to operate tool.  
21. NEVER LEAVE TOOL RUNNING UNAT-  
TENDED. TURN POWER OFF. Don’t leave  
tool until it comes to a complete stop.  
13. DON’T OVERREACH. Keep proper footing  
and balance at all times.  
22. REPLACEMENT PARTS. When servicing  
use only identical replacement parts.  
14. MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep tools  
sharp and clean for best and safest perfor-  
mance. Follow instructions for lubricating  
and changing accessories.  
23. POLARIZED PLUGS. To reduce the risk of  
electric shock, this equipment has  
a
polarized plug (one blade is wider than  
the other). This plug will fit in a polarized  
outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit  
fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it  
still does not fit, contact a qualified elec-  
trician to install the proper outlet. Do not  
change the plug in any way.  
15. DISCONNECT TOOLS before servicing;  
when changing accessories such as  
blades, bits, cutters, and the like.  
VOLTAGE WARNING: Before connecting the tool to a power source (receptacle, outlet,  
etc.) be sure the voltage supplied is the same as that specified on the nameplate of the tool.  
A power source with voltage greater than that specified for the tool can result in SERIOUS  
INJURY to the user - as well as damage to the tool. If in doubt, DO NOT PLUG IN THE  
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TOOL. Using a power source with voltage less than the nameplate rating is harmful to the  
motor.  
USE PROPER EXTENSION CORD. Make sure your extension cord is in good condition.  
When using an extension cord, be sure to use one heavy enough to carry the current your  
product will draw. An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of  
power and overheating. Table 1 shows the correct size to use depending on cord length and  
nameplate ampere rating. If in doubt, use the next heavier gage. The smaller the gage num-  
ber, the heavier the cord.  
Table 1: Minimum gage for cord  
Volts  
120 V  
Total length of cord in feet  
Ampere Rating  
25 ft.  
50 ft.  
100 ft.  
150 ft.  
More Than  
Not More Than  
AWG  
0
6
10  
12  
6
18  
18  
16  
14  
16  
16  
16  
12  
16  
14  
14  
14  
12  
12  
10  
12  
16  
Not Recommended  
ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES  
USB037-2  
DO NOT let comfort or familiarity with product (gained from  
repeated use) replace strict adherence to miter saw safety rules.  
If you use this tool unsafely or incorrectly, you can suffer seri-  
ous personal injury.  
1. Wear eye protection.  
6. Turn off tool and wait for saw blade to  
stop before moving workpiece or chang-  
ing settings.  
2. Keep hands out of path of saw blade.  
Avoid contact with any coasting blade. It  
can still cause severe injury.  
7. Unplug tool before changing blade or ser-  
vicing.  
3. Do not operate saw without guards in  
place. Check blade guard for proper clos-  
ing before each use. Do not operate saw if  
blade guard does not move freely and  
close instantly. Never clamp or tie the  
blade guard into the open position.  
8. Always secure all moving portions before  
carrying the tool.  
9. Do not use the tool in the presence of  
flammable liquids or gases.  
10. Check the blade carefully for cracks or  
4. Do not perform any operation freehand.  
The workpiece must be secured firmly  
against the turn base and guide fence with  
a vise during all operations. Never use  
your hand to secure the workpiece.  
damage  
before  
operation.  
Replace  
cracked or damaged blade immediately.  
Gum and wood pitch hardened on blades  
slows saw and increases potential for  
kickback. Keep blade clean by first remov-  
ing it from tool, then cleaning it with gum  
5. Never reach around saw blade.  
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and pitch remover, hot water or kerosene.  
Never use gasoline to clean blade.  
25. Always use accessories recommended in  
this manual. Use of improper accessories  
such as abrasive wheels may cause an  
injury.  
11. Use only flanges specified for this tool.  
12. Be careful not to damage the arbor,  
flanges (especially the installing surface)  
or bolt. Damage to these parts could  
result in blade breakage.  
26. NEVER hold workpiece on right side of  
blade with left hand or vice versa. This is  
called cross-armed cutting and exposes  
user to risk of SERIOUS PERSONAL  
INJURY as shown in the figure. ALWAYS  
use vise to secure workpiece.  
13. Make sure that the turn base is properly  
secured so it will not move during opera-  
tion. Use the holes in the base to fasten  
the saw to a stable work platform or  
bench. NEVER use tool where operator  
positioning would be awkward.  
14. For your safety, remove the chips, small  
pieces, etc. from the table top before oper-  
ation.  
15. Avoid cutting nails. Inspect for and  
remove all nails from the workpiece  
before operation.  
27. Do not abuse cord. Never yank cord to  
disconnect it from the receptacle. Keep  
cord away from heat, oil, water and sharp  
objects.  
16. Make sure the shaft lock is released  
before the switch is turned on.  
28. NEVER stack workpieces on the table top  
to speed cutting operations. Cut only one  
piece at a time.  
17. Be sure that the blade does not contact  
the turn base in the lowest position.  
18. Hold the handle firmly. Be aware that the  
saw moves up or down slightly during  
start-up and stopping.  
29. Some material contains chemicals which  
may be toxic. Take caution to prevent dust  
inhalation and skin contact. Follow mate-  
rial supplier safety data.  
19. Make sure the blade is not contacting the  
workpiece before the switch is turned on.  
20. Before using the tool on an actual work-  
piece, let it run for a while. Watch for  
vibration or wobbling that could indicate  
poor installation or a poorly balanced  
blade.  
21. Wait until the blade attains full speed  
before cutting.  
22. Stop operation immediately if you notice  
anything abnormal.  
23. Do not attempt to lock the trigger in the on  
position.  
24. Be alert at all times, especially during  
repetitive, monotonous operations. Do  
not be lulled into a false sense of security.  
Blades are extremely unforgiving.  
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SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS  
WARNING:  
MISUSE or failure to follow the safety rules stated in this  
instruction manual may cause serious personal injury.  
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Bench mounting  
INSTALLATION  
001792  
When the tool is shipped, the handle is locked in the lowered  
position by the stopper pin. Release the stopper pin by lower-  
ing the handle slightly and pulling the stopper pin.  
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1. Stopper pin  
001856  
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.  
1
1. Bolt  
FUNCTIONAL  
DESCRIPTION  
CAUTION:  
Always be sure that the tool is switched off and  
unplugged before adjusting or checking function on the  
tool.  
001860  
Blade guard  
When lowering the handle, the blade guard rises automati-  
cally. The guard is spring loaded so it returns to its original  
position when the cut is completed and the handle is raised.  
NEVER DEFEAT OR REMOVE THE BLADE GUARD OR  
THE SPRING WHICH ATTACHES TO THE GUARD.  
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In the interest of your personal safety, always maintain the  
blade guard in good condition. Any irregular operation of the  
blade guard should be corrected immediately. Check to  
assure spring loaded return action of guard. NEVER USE  
THE TOOL IF THE BLADE GUARD OR SPRING ARE DAM-  
AGED, FAULTY OR REMOVED. DOING SO IS HIGHLY  
DANGEROUS AND CAN CAUSE SERIOUS PERSONAL  
INJURY.  
1. Blade guard  
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If the see-through blade guard becomes dirty, or sawdust  
adheres to it in such a way that the blade is no longer easily  
visible, unplug the saw and clean the guard carefully with a  
damp cloth. Do not use solvents or any petroleum-based  
cleaners on the plastic guard.  
001782  
If the blade guard is especially dirty and vision through the  
guard is impaired, use the supplied socket wrench to loosen  
the hex bolt holding the center cover. Loosen the hex bolt by  
turning it counterclockwise and raise the blade guard and  
center cover. With the blade guard so positioned, cleaning  
can be more completely and efficiently accomplished. When  
cleaning is complete, reverse procedure above and secure  
bolt. Do not remove spring holding blade guard. If guard  
becomes discolored through age or UV light exposure, con-  
tact a Makita service center for a new guard. DO NOT  
DEFEAT OR REMOVE GUARD.  
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1. Blade guard  
001776  
Kerf board  
This tool is provided with the kerf board in the turn base to  
minimize tearing on the exit side of a cut. If the kerf groove  
has not yet been cut in the kerf board by the factory, you  
should cut the groove before actually using the tool to cut a  
workpiece. Switch on the tool and lower the blade gently to  
cut a groove in the kerf board.  
2
1
1. Kerf board  
2. Turn base  
001777  
Maintaining maximum cutting capacity  
2
1
This tool is factory adjusted to provide the maximum cutting  
capacity for a 255 mm (10) saw blade.  
When installing a new blade, always check the lower limit  
position of the blade and if necessary, adjust it as follows:  
First, unplug the tool. Lower the handle completely. Use the  
socket wrench to turn the adjusting bolt until the periphery of  
the blade extends slightly below the top surface of the turn  
base at the point where the front face of the guide fence  
meets the top surface of the turn base.  
1. Socket wrench  
2. Adjusting bolt  
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001540  
With the tool unplugged, rotate the blade by hand while hold-  
ing the handle all the way down to be sure that the blade  
does not contact any part of the lower base. Re-adjust  
slightly, if necessary.  
2
1
CAUTION:  
After installing a new blade, always be sure that the  
blade does not contact any part of the lower base when  
the handle is lowered completely. Always do this with the  
tool unplugged.  
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1. Top surface ot turn base  
2. Periphery of blade  
3. Guide fence  
001778  
Adjusting the miter angle  
1
Loosen the grip by turning counterclockwise. Turn the turn  
base while pressing down the lock lever. When you have  
moved the grip to the position where the pointer points to the  
desired angle on the miter scale, securely tighten the grip  
clockwise.  
2
4
3
1. Pointer  
CAUTION:  
When turning the turn base, be sure to raise the handle  
fully.  
2. Lock lever  
3. Grip  
4. Miter scale  
After changing the miter angle, always secure the turn  
base by tightening the grip firmly.  
001862  
Switch action  
CAUTION:  
1
2
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.  
1. Lock-off button  
2. Switch trigger  
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.  
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WARNING:  
NEVER use tool without a fully operative switch trigger.  
Any tool with an inoperative switch is HIGHLY  
DANGEROUS and must be repaired before further  
usage.  
For your safety, this tool is equipped with a lock-off  
button which prevents the tool from unintended starting.  
NEVER use the tool if it runs when you simply pull the  
switch trigger without pressing the lock-off button.  
Return tool to a Makita service center for proper repairs  
BEFORE further usage.  
NEVER tape down or defeat purpose and function of  
lock-off button.  
Electric brake  
This tool is equipped with an electric blade brake. If the tool  
consistently fails to quickly stop blade after switch trigger  
release, have tool serviced at a Makita service center.  
The blade brake system is not a substitute for blade guard.  
NEVER USE TOOL WITHOUT A FUNCTIONING BLADE  
GUARD. SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY CAN RESULT.  
ASSEMBLY  
CAUTION:  
Always be sure that the tool is switched off and  
unplugged before carrying out any work on the tool.  
Installing or removing saw blade  
CAUTION:  
Always be sure that the tool is switched off and  
unplugged before installing or removing the blade.  
Use only the Makita socket wrench provided to 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.  
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001858  
To remove the blade, use the socket wrench to loosen the  
hex bolt holding the center cover by turning it counterclock-  
wise. Raise the blade guard and center cover.  
1
3
2
4
1. Center cover  
2. Socket wrench  
3. Hex bolt  
4. Blade guard  
001859  
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.  
1
2
1. Socket wrench  
2. Shaft lock  
001786  
To install the blade, mount it carefully onto the spindle, mak-  
ing sure that the direction of the arrow on the surface of the  
blade matches the direction of the arrow on the blade case.  
Install the outer flange and hex bolt, and then use the socket  
wrench to tighten the hex bolt (left-handed) securely counter-  
clockwise while pressing the shaft lock.  
1
2
4
3
5
Return the blade guard and center cover to its original posi-  
tion. Then tighten the hex bolt clockwise to secure the center  
cover. Lower the handle to make sure that the blade guard  
moves properly. Make sure shaft lock has released spindle  
before making cut.  
1. Hex bolt  
2. Outer flange  
3. Saw blade  
4. Inner flange  
5. Spindle  
001787  
2
1
4
3
1. Blade case  
2. Arrow  
3. Saw blade  
4. Arrow  
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001775  
Dust bag  
2
The use of the dust bag makes cutting operations clean and  
dust collection easy. To attach the dust bag, fit it onto the  
dust nozzle.  
1
When the dust bag is about half full, remove the dust bag  
from the tool and pull the fastener out. Empty the dust bag of  
its contents, tapping it lightly so as to remove particles adher-  
ing to the insides which might hamper further collection.  
3
1. Dust nozzle  
2. Dust bag  
3. Fastener  
NOTE:  
If you connect a Makita vacuum cleaner to your saw, more  
efficient and cleaner operations can be performed.  
Securing workpiece  
WARNING:  
It is extremely important to always secure the workpiece  
properly and tightly with the vise. Failure to do so can  
cause the tool to be damaged and/or the workpiece to  
be destroyed. PERSONAL INJURY MAY ALSO  
RESULT. Also, after a cutting operation, DO NOT raise  
the blade until the blade has come to a complete stop.  
CAUTION:  
001549  
When cutting long workpieces, use supports that are as  
high as the top surface level of the turn base. Do not rely  
solely on the vertical vise and/or horizontal vise to  
secure the workpiece.  
1
2
Thin material tends to sag. Support workpiece over its  
entire length to avoid blade pinch and possible  
KICKBACK.  
1. Support  
2. Turn base  
12  
 
001796  
Vertical vise  
6
7
1
2
3
The vertical vise can be installed on the guide fence or the  
holder assembly (optional accessory). Insert the vise rod into  
the hole in the guide fence or the holder assembly and  
tighten the screw to secure the vise rod.  
4
Position the vise arm according to the thickness and shape  
of the workpiece and secure the vise arm by tightening the  
screw. If the screw to secure the vise arm contacts the guide  
fence, install the screw on the opposite side of vise arm.  
Make sure that no part of the tool contacts the vise when  
lowering the handle all the way. If some part contacts the  
vise, re-position the vise.  
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1. Vise arm  
2. Vise rod  
3. Guide fence  
4. Holder  
5. Holder assembly  
6. Vise knob  
7. Screw  
Press the workpiece flat against the guide fence and the turn  
base. Position the workpiece at the desired cutting position  
and secure it firmly by tightening the vise knob.  
CAUTION:  
The workpiece must be secured firmly against the turn  
base and guide fence with the vise during all operations.  
001807  
Horizontal vise (optional accessory)  
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2
1
The horizontal vise can be installed on either the left or right  
side of the base. When performing 15° or greater miter cuts,  
install the horizontal vise on the side opposite the direction in  
which the turn base is to be turned. By turning the vise knob  
counterclockwise, the screw is released and the vise shaft  
can be moved rapidly in and out. By turning the vise knob  
clockwise, the screw remains secured. To grip the workpiece,  
turn the vise knob gently clockwise until the projection  
reaches its topmost position, then fasten securely. If the vise  
knob is forced in or pulled out while being turned clockwise,  
the projection may stop at an angle. In this case, turn the  
vise knob back counterclockwise until the screw is released,  
before turning again gently clockwise.  
4
1. Vise knob  
2. Projection  
3. Vise shaft  
4. Base  
The maximum width of the workpiece which can be secured  
by the horizontal vise is 130 mm (5-1/8).  
CAUTION:  
Grip the workpiece only when the projection is at the  
topmost position. Failure to do so may result in  
insufficient securing of the workpiece. This could cause  
the workpiece to be thrown, cause damage to the blade  
or cause the loss of control, which can result in  
PERSONAL INJURY.  
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002247  
Holders and holder assembly (optional  
accessories)  
The holders and the holder assembly can be installed on  
either side as a convenient means of supporting workpieces  
horizontally. Install them as shown in the figure. Then tighten  
the screws firmly to secure the holders and the holder  
assembly.  
1
2
1. Holder  
2. Holder assembly  
002246  
When cutting long workpieces, use the holder-rod assembly  
(optional accessory). It consists of two holder assemblies  
and two rods 12.  
2
CAUTION:  
Always support long workpieces level with the top  
surface of the turn base for accurate cuts and to prevent  
dangerous loss of control of the tool.  
1
1. Holder assembly  
2. Rod 12  
OPERATION  
CAUTION:  
Before use, be sure to release the handle from the  
lowered position by pulling the stopper pin.  
Make sure the blade is not contacting the workpiece, etc.  
before the switch is turned on.  
Do not apply excessive pressure on the handle when  
cutting. Too much force may result in overload of the  
motor and/or decreased cutting efficiency. Push down  
handle with only as much force as is necessary for  
smooth cutting and without significant decrease in blade  
speed.  
Gently press down the handle to perform the cut. If the  
handle is pressed down with force or if lateral force is  
applied, the blade will vibrate and leave a mark (saw  
mark) in the workpiece and the precision of the cut will  
be impaired.  
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001788  
1. Press cutting  
Secure the workpiece with the vise. Switch on the tool  
without the blade making any contact and wait until the  
blade attains full speed before lowering. Then gently  
lower the handle to the fully lowered position to cut the  
workpiece. When the cut is completed, switch off the tool  
and WAIT UNTIL THE BLADE HAS COME TO A COM-  
PLETE STOP before returning the blade to its fully ele-  
vated position.  
2. Miter cutting  
Refer to the previously covered Adjusting the miter  
angle.  
3. Cutting crown and cove moldings  
001555  
There are two common types of crown moldings and one  
type of cove moldings; 52/38° wall angle crown molding,  
45° wall angle crown molding and 45° wall angle cove  
molding. See illustrations.  
52  
38∞  
45∞  
45∞  
45∞  
45∞  
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2
3
1. 52/38° type crown molding  
2. 45° type crown molding  
3. 45° type cove molding  
001556  
There are crown and cove molding joints which are  
made to fit Inside90° corners ((1) and (2) in Fig. A) and  
Outside90° corners ((3) and (4) in Fig. A).  
Measuring  
Measure the wall length and adjust workpiece on table to  
cut wall contact edge to desired length. Always make  
sure that cut workpiece length at the back of the work-  
piece is the same as wall length. Adjust cut length for  
angle of cut. Always use several pieces for test cuts to  
check the saw angles.  
(1) (2) (3)(4)  
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2
Fig.A  
1. Inside corner  
2. Outside corner  
001557  
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(1)  
(2)  
(2)  
(1)  
(4)  
(2)  
(1)  
(3)  
2
(2)  
(1)  
(1)  
(2)  
1. Inside corner  
2. Outside corner  
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001789  
Use the crown molding stoppers (optional accessories)  
when cutting the corners((1) - (4) in Fig.A). Install them  
on the base as shown in the figures.  
2
1
3
1. Crown molding stopper L  
2. Crown molding stopper R  
3. Base  
001560  
Position crown molding with its WALL CONTACT EDGE  
against the guide fence and its CEILING CONTACT  
EDGE against the crown molding stoppers as shown in  
the figure. Adjust the crown molding stoppers according  
to the size of the crown molding. Tighten the screws to  
secure the crown molding stoppers. Refer to the table  
(C) for the miter angle.  
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1
3
4
1. Guide fence  
Table (C)  
2. Crown molding  
Position  
Miter angle Finished piece  
in Fig. A  
3. Crown molding stopper  
4. Screw  
For inside  
corner  
For outside  
corner  
(1)  
(2)  
(3)  
(4)  
Right 45˚ Save the right side of blade  
Save the left side of blade  
Save the right side of blade  
Left 45˚  
Right 45˚ Save the left side of blade  
001844  
4. Cutting aluminum extrusion  
When securing aluminum extrusions, use spacer blocks  
or pieces of scrap as shown in the figure to prevent  
deformation of the aluminum. Use a cutting lubricant  
when cutting the aluminum extrusion to prevent build-up  
of the aluminum material on the blade.  
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2
3
4
5
CAUTION:  
1. Vise  
Never attempt to cut thick or round aluminum extrusions.  
Thick aluminum extrusions may come loose during  
operation and round aluminum extrusions cannot be  
secured firmly with this tool.  
2. Spacer block  
3. Guide fence  
4. Aluminum extrusion  
5. Spacer block  
5. Wood facing  
Use of wood facing helps to assure splinter-free cuts in  
workpieces. Attach a wood facing to the guide fence  
using the holes in the guide fence.  
See the figure concerning the dimensions for a sug-  
gested wood facing.  
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001779  
Over 10mm (3/8)  
Over 460mm (18-1/8)  
90mm (3-9/16)  
40mm (1-9/16)  
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1
137mm 70mm 70mm 137mm  
(5-3/8) (2-3/4) (2-3/4) (5-3/8)  
1. Hole  
CAUTION:  
Use straight wood of even thickness as the wood facing.  
Use screws to attach the wood facing to the guide fence.  
The screws should be installed so that the screw heads  
are below the surface of the wood facing.  
When the wood facing is attached, do not turn the turn  
base with the handle lowered. The blade and/or the  
wood facing will be damaged.  
001846  
6. Cutting repetitive lengths  
When cutting several pieces of stock to the same length,  
ranging from 240 mm (9 - 29/64) to 400 mm (15 - 3/4),  
use of the set plate (optional accessory) will facilitate  
more efficient operation. Install the set plate on the  
holder (optional accessory) as shown in the figure.  
Align the cutting line on your 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 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.  
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2
3
1. Set plate  
2. Holder  
3. Screw  
NOTE:  
Use of the holder-rod assembly (optional accessory)  
allows cutting repetitive lengths up to 2,200 mm (7.2 ft.)  
approximately.  
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001792  
Carrying tool  
Make sure that the tool is unplugged. Secure the turn base at  
right miter angle fully by means of the grip. Lower the handle  
fully and lock it in the lowered position by pushing in the stop-  
per pin.  
1
1. Stopper pin  
001774  
Carry the tool by carrying grip as shown in the figure. If you  
remove the holders, dust bag, etc., you can carry the tool  
more easily.  
CAUTION:  
Always secure all moving portions before carrying the  
tool.  
Stopper pin is for carrying and storage purposes only  
and not for any cutting operations.  
MAINTENANCE  
CAUTION:  
Always be sure that the tool is switched off and  
unplugged before attempting to perform inspection or  
maintenance.  
WARNING:  
Always be sure that the blade is sharp and clean for the  
best and safest performance.  
Adjusting the cutting angle  
001781  
This tool is carefully adjusted and aligned at the factory, but  
rough handling may have affected the alignment. If your tool  
is not aligned properly, perform the following:  
1
Loosen the grip which secures the turn base. Turn the  
turn base so that the pointer points to 0° on the miter  
scale. Tighten the grip and loosen the hex bolts securing  
the guide fence using the socket wrench.  
1. Hex bolt  
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001780  
Lower the handle fully and lock it in the lowered position  
by pushing in the stopper pin. Square the side of the  
blade with the face of the guide fence using a triangular  
rule, try-square, etc. Then securely tighten the hex bolts  
on the guide fence in the order from the right side.  
1
2
3
1. Triangular rule  
2. Grip  
3. Guide fence  
001145  
Replacing carbon brushes  
Remove and check the carbon brushes regularly. Replace  
when they wear down to the limit mark. Keep the carbon  
brushes clean and free to slip in the holders. Both carbon  
brushes should be replaced at the same time. Use only iden-  
tical carbon brushes.  
1
1. Limit mark  
001772  
Use a screwdriver to remove the brush holder caps. Take out  
the worn carbon brushes, insert the new ones and secure  
the brush holder caps.  
After replacing brushes, plug in the tool and break in brushes  
by running tool with no load for about 10 minutes. Then  
check the tool while running and electric brake operation  
when releasing the switch trigger. If electric brake is not  
working well, ask your local Makita service center for repair.  
1
2
1. Screwdriver  
2. Brush holder cap  
After use  
After use, wipe off chips and dust adhering to the tool  
with a cloth or the like. Keep the blade guard clean  
according to the directions in the previously covered  
section titled Blade guard. Lubricate the sliding  
portions with machine oil to prevent rust.  
To maintain product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs, any  
other maintenance or adjustment should be performed by  
Makita Authorized or Factory Service Centers, always using  
Makita replacement parts.  
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ACCESSORIES  
CAUTION:  
These accessories or attachments are recommended for  
use with your Makita tool specified in this manual. The  
use of any other accessories or attachments might  
present a risk of injury to persons. Only use accessory  
or attachment for its stated purpose.  
If you need any assistance for more details regarding these  
accessories, ask your local Makita service center.  
Steel & Carbide-tipped saw blades  
Miter saw blades For smooth and precise cutting in various  
materials.  
Combination  
Crosscutting  
Fine cross cuts  
General purpose blade for fast and smooth rip,  
crosscuts and miters.  
For smoother cross grain cuts. Slices cleanly  
against the grain.  
For sand-free cuts cleanly against the grain.  
Non-ferrous met- For miters in aluminum, copper, brass, tubing,  
als miter saw  
blades  
and other non-ferrous metals.  
Vise assembly (Horizontal vise)  
Vertical vise  
Socket wrench 13  
Holder set  
Holder assembly  
Holder rod assembly  
Set plate  
Dust bag  
Crown molding stopper set  
Triangular rule  
Lock-off button (2 pcs.)  
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First-Class  
Postage  
Required  
Post Office will  
not deliver  
without proper  
postage.  
Makita U.S.A., Inc.  
14930 Northam Street  
La Mirada, CA 90638-5753  
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San Diego, CA 92111  
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Date Purchased  
When you need service: Send  
complete tool (prepaid) to one  
of the Makita Factory Service  
Centers listed, or to an Authorized  
Makita Service Center. Be sure  
to attach a letter to the outside of  
the carton detailing the problem  
with your tool.  
Dealer’s Name & Address  
Model No.  
Serial No.  
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WARNING  
Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other  
construction activities contains chemicals known to the State of California  
to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some examples  
of these chemicals are:  
lead from lead-based paints,  
crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products, and  
arsenic and chromium from chemically-treated lumber.  
Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on how often you do this  
type of work. To reduce your exposure to these chemicals: work in a well  
ventilated area, and work with approved safety equipment, such as those  
dust masks that are specially designed to filter out microscopic particles.  
MAKITA LIMITED ONE YEAR WARRANTY  
Warranty Policy  
Every Makita tool is thoroughly inspected and tested before leaving the factory. It is warranted to be free of  
defects from workmanship and materials for the period of ONE YEAR from the date of original purchase.  
Should any trouble develop during this one year period, return the COMPLETE tool, freight prepaid, to one of  
Makitas Factory or Authorized Service Centers. If inspection shows the trouble is caused by defective  
workmanship or material, Makita will repair (or at our option, replace) without charge.  
This Warranty does not apply where:  
repairs have been made or attempted by others:  
repairs are required because of normal wear and tear:  
the tool has been abused, misused or improperly maintained:  
alterations have been made to the tool.  
IN NO EVENT SHALL MAKITA BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL  
DAMAGES FROM THE SALE OR USE OF THE PRODUCT. THIS DISCLAIMER APPLIES BOTH DURING  
AND AFTER THE TERM OF THIS WARRANTY.  
MAKITA DISCLAIMS LIABILITY FOR ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF  
MERCHANTABILITYAND FITNESS FOR A SPECIFIC PURPOSE,AFTER THE ONE YEAR TERM OF THIS  
WARRANTY.  
This Warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.  
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above  
limitation or exclusion may not apply to you. Some states do not allow limitation on how long an implied  
warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not apply to you.  
Makita Corporation  
Anjo, Aichi, Japan  
Made in China  
Huangpu Jiang Road, Kunshan Economic & Technical Development Zone, Jiangsu P.R. China  
884146B995  
 

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