Makita LS1013 English
Makita LS1013 English
Makita LS1013 English
001529
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.
SPECIFICATIONS
Blade diameter ............................................................................................... 255 mm (10”)
Hole diameter ............................................................................................. 15.88 mm (5/8”)
Max. Cutting capacities (H x W)
Bevel angle
Miter angle
45° (left) 0° 45° (right)
50 mm x 305 mm 91 mm x 305 mm 31 mm x 305 mm
0°
(2” x 12”) (3-5/8” x 12”) (1-1/4” x 12”)
50 mm x 215 mm 91 mm x 215 mm 31 mm x 215 mm
45° (left and right)
(2” x 8-1/2”) (3-5/8” x 8-1/2”) (1-1/4” x 8-1/2”)
91 mm x 185 mm
52° (right) - -
(3-5/8” x 7-1/4”)
No load speed (RPM) .......................................................................................... 3,700/min.
Dimensions (L x W x H) ..................715 mm x 520 mm x 625 mm (28” x 20-1/2” x 24-5/8”)
Net weight ................................................................................................. 21.0 kg (46.3 lbs)
• Manufacturer reserves the right to change specifications without notice.
• Specifications may differ from country to country.
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5. DON’T USE IN DANGEROUS ENVIRON- 16. REDUCE THE RISK OF UNINTENTIONAL
MENT. Don’t use power tools in damp or STARTING. Make sure switch is in off
wet locations, or expose them to rain. position before plugging in.
Keep work area well lighted. Don’t use
17. USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES.
tool in presence of flammable liquids or
Consult the owner’s manual for recom-
gases.
mended accessories. The use of improper
6. KEEP CHILDREN AWAY. All visitors accessories may cause risk of injury to
should be kept safe distance from work persons.
area.
18. NEVER STAND ON TOOL. Serious injury
7. MAKE WORKSHOP KID PROOF with pad- could occur if the tool is tipped or if the
locks, master switches, or by removing cutting tool is unintentionally contacted.
starter keys.
19. CHECK DAMAGED PARTS. Before further
8. DON’T FORCE TOOL. It will do the job bet- use of the tool, a guard or other part that
ter and safer at the rate for which it was is damaged should be carefully checked
designed. to determine that it will operate properly
and perform its intended function - check
9. USE RIGHT TOOL. Don’t force tool or
for alignment of moving parts, binding of
attachment to do a job for which it was not
moving parts, breakage of parts, mount-
designed.
ing, and any other conditions that may
10. WEAR PROPER APPAREL. Do not wear affect its operation. A guard or other part
loose clothing, gloves, neckties, rings, that is damaged should be properly
bracelets, or other jewelry which may get repaired or replaced.
caught in moving parts. Nonslip footwear
20. DIRECTION OF FEED. Feed work into a
is recommended. Wear protective hair
blade or cutter against the direction of
covering to contain long hair.
rotation of the blade or cutter only.
11. ALWAYS USE SAFETY GLASSES. Also
21. NEVER LEAVE TOOL RUNNING UNAT-
use face or dust mask if cutting operation
TENDED. TURN POWER OFF. Don’t leave
is dusty. Everyday eyeglasses only have
tool until it comes to a complete stop.
impact resistant lenses, they are NOT
safety glasses. 22. REPLACEMENT PARTS. When servicing
use only identical replacement parts.
12. SECURE WORK. Use clamps or a vise to
hold work when practical. It’s safer than 23. POLARIZED PLUGS. To reduce the risk of
using your hand and it frees both hands electric shock, this equipment has a
to operate tool. polarized plug (one blade is wider than
the other). This plug will fit in a polarized
13. DON’T OVERREACH. Keep proper footing
outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit
and balance at all times.
fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it
14. MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep tools still does not fit, contact a qualified elec-
sharp and clean for best and safest perfor- trician to install the proper outlet. Do not
mance. Follow instructions for lubricating change the plug in any way.
and changing accessories.
15. DISCONNECT TOOLS before servicing;
when changing accessories such as
blades, bits, cutters, and the like.
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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
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
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7. Unplug tool before changing blade or ser- 17. For your safety, remove the chips, small
vicing. pieces, etc. from the table top before oper-
ation.
8. To reduce the risk of injury, return car-
riage to the full rear position after each 18. Avoid cutting nails. Inspect for and
crosscut operation. remove all nails from the workpiece
before operation.
9. Always secure all moving portions before
carrying the tool. 19. Make sure the shaft lock is released
before the switch is turned on.
10. Stopper pin which locks the cutter head
down is for carrying and storage pur- 20. Be sure that the blade does not contact
poses only and not for any cutting opera- the turn base in the lowest position.
tions.
21. Hold the handle firmly. Be aware that the
11. Do not use the tool in the presence of saw moves up or down slightly during
flammable liquids or gases. start-up and stopping.
12. Check the blade carefully for cracks or 22. Make sure the blade is not contacting the
damage before operation. Replace workpiece before the switch is turned on.
cracked or damaged blade immediately.
23. Before using the tool on an actual work-
Gum and wood pitch hardened on blades
piece, let it run for a while. Watch for
slows saw and increases potential for
vibration or wobbling that could indicate
kickback. Keep blade clean by first remov-
poor installation or a poorly balanced
ing it from tool, then cleaning it with gum
blade.
and pitch remover, hot water or kerosene.
Never use gasoline to clean blade. 24. Wait until the blade attains full speed
before cutting.
13. While making a slide cut, KICKBACK can
occur. KICKBACK occurs when the blade 25. Stop operation immediately if you notice
binds in the workpiece during a cutting anything abnormal.
operation and the saw blade is driven
26. Do not attempt to lock the trigger in the on
back rapidly towards the operator. Loss of
position.
control and serious personal injury can
result. If blade begins to bind during a cut- 27. Be alert at all times, especially during
ting operation, do not continue to cut and repetitive, monotonous operations. Do
release switch immediately. not be lulled into a false sense of security.
Blades are extremely unforgiving.
14. Use only flanges specified for this tool.
28. Always use accessories recommended in
15. Be careful not to damage the arbor,
this manual. Use of improper accessories
flanges (especially the installing surface)
such as abrasive wheels may cause an
or bolt. Damage to these parts could
injury.
result in blade breakage.
16. 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.
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29. NEVER hold workpiece on right side of 30. Do not abuse cord. Never yank cord to
blade with left hand or vice versa. This is disconnect it from the receptacle. Keep
called cross-armed cutting and exposes cord away from heat, oil, water and sharp
user to risk of SERIOUS PERSONAL objects.
INJURY as shown in the figure. ALWAYS
31. NEVER stack workpieces on the table top
use vise to secure workpiece.
to speed cutting operations. Cut only one
piece at a time.
32. Some material contains chemicals which
may be toxic. Take caution to prevent dust
inhalation and skin contact. Follow mate-
rial supplier safety data.
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INSTALLATION Bench mounting
001564 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.
1. Stopper pin
001531 This tool should be bolted with four 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. Bolt
FUNCTIONAL CAUTION:
DESCRIPTION • Always be sure that the tool is switched off and
unplugged before adjusting or checking function on the
tool.
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which secures the slide poles. Pull the carriage toward you
2 fully. Adjust the kerf boards so that the kerf boards just con-
tact the sides of the blade teeth. Tighten the front screws (do
not tighten firmly). Push the carriage toward the guide fence
3 fully and adjust the kerf boards so that the kerf boards just
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contact the sides of blade teeth. Tighten the rear screws (do
not tighten firmly).
After adjusting the kerf boards, release the stopper pin and
5 raise the handle. Then tighten all the screws securely.
CAUTION:
• Before and after changing the bevel angle, always adjust
the kerf boards as described above.
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1. Saw blade
2. Blade teeth
3. Kerf board
4. Left bevel cut
5. Straight cut
6. Right bevel cut
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001539 Maintaining maximum cutting capacity
1
Unplug the tool before any adjustment is attempted. This tool
is factory adjusted to provide the maximum cutting capacity
for a 255 mm (10”)saw blade.
2
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. Push the carriage toward the guide
1. Adjusting bolt
fence fully and lower the handle completely. Use the socket
2. Turn base
wrench to turn the adjusting bolt until the periphery of the
001540 blade extends slightly below the top surface of the turn base
at the point where the front face of the guide fence meets the
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top surface of the turn base.
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.
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1. Top surface ot turn base
CAUTION:
2. Periphery of blade
3. Guide fence • 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.
1. Adjusting screw
2. Stopper arm
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001541 Adjusting the miter angle
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
1 clockwise.
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1. Lock lever CAUTION:
2. Grip • When turning the turn base, be sure to raise the handle
3. Pointer fully.
4. Miter scale
• After changing the miter angle, always secure the turn
base by tightening the grip firmly.
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001551 Switch action
1 2
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
1. Lock-off button store it in a secure place. This prevents unauthorized
2. Handle operation.
3. 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.
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.
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ASSEMBLY CAUTION:
• Always be sure that the tool is switched off and
unplugged before carrying out any work on the tool.
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1. Socket wrench
2. Wrench holder
1. Stopper pin
001532 To remove the blade, use the socket wrench to loosen the
1
hex bolt holding the center cover by turning it counterclock-
2 wise. Raise the blade guard and center cover.
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3
1. Center cover
2. Hex bolt
3. Socket wrench
4. Blade guard
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001533 Press the shaft lock to lock the spindle and use the socket
1 wrench to loosen the hex bolt clockwise. Then remove the
2
hex bolt, outer flange and blade.
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1. Blade case
2. Arrow
3. Shaft lock
4. Hex bolt
5. Socket wrench
001786 To install the blade, mount it carefully onto the spindle, mak-
1 2 4 5 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.
3 Return the blade guard and center cover to its original posi-
1. Hex bolt tion. Then tighten the hex bolt clockwise to secure the center
2. Outer flange cover. Release the handle from the raised position by pulling
3. Saw blade the stopper pin. Lower the handle to make sure that the
4. Inner flange blade guard moves properly. Make sure shaft lock has
5. Spindle released spindle before making cut.
001534
2 1 4 3
1. Blade case
2. Arrow
3. Saw blade
4. Arrow
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001536 Dust bag
2 1 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.
When the dust bag is about half full, remove the dust bag
3 from the tool and pull the fastener out. Empty the dust bag of
its contents, tapping it lightly so as to remove particles adher-
1. Dust nozzle ing to the insides which might hamper further collection.
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.
001549
1 2 CAUTION:
• 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.
Thin material tends to sag. Support workpiece over its
entire length to avoid blade pinch and possible
1. Support
KICKBACK.
2. Turn base
001545 Sub-fence
1
This tool is equipped with the sub-fence. It should be posi-
tioned as shown in the figure.
1. Sub-fence
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001546
1
CAUTION:
• When performing left bevel cuts, flip the fence over to the
left position as shown in the figure. Otherwise, it will
contact the blade or a part of the tool, causing possible
serious injury to the operator.
1. Sub-fence
2
CAUTION:
1. Sub-fence R • When performing right bevel cuts, never use the sub-
2. Screws fence R. It will contact the blade or a part of the tool,
causing possible serious injury to the operator.
CAUTION:
• The workpiece must be secured firmly against the turn
base and guide fence with the vise during all operations.
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001550 Horizontal vise (optional accessory)
1
The horizontal vise can be installed in two positions 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 flipping the vise nut to the left, the vise is released, and
2 3 rapidly moves in and out. To grip the workpiece, push the
1. Vise plate vise knob forward until the vise plate contacts the workpiece
2. Vise nut and flip the vise nut to the right. Then turn the vise knob
3. Vise knob clockwise to secure the workpiece.
The maximum width of workpiece which can be secured by
the horizontal vise is 200 mm (7-7/8”).
When installing the horizontal vise on the right side of the
base, also use the sub-fence R to secure the workpiece
more firmly. Refer to the “Sub-fence R” section described on
previously for installing the sub-fence R.
CAUTION:
• Always rotate the vise nut to the right fully when securing
the workpiece. 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.
001544 Holders
The holders can be installed on either side as a convenient
means of holding workpieces horizontally. Slip the holder
rods into the holes in the base and adjust their length accord-
ing to the workpiece to be held. Then tighten the holders
securely with the screws.
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1. Holder 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.
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.
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• 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.
• During a slide cut, gently push the carriage toward the
guide fence without stopping. If the carriage movement
is stopped during the cut, a mark will be left in the
workpiece and the precision of the cut will be impaired.
001552 1. Press cutting (cutting small workpieces)
Workpieces up to 91 mm (3-5/8”) high and 70 mm
(2-3/4”) wide can be cut in the following way.
Push the carriage toward the guide fence fully and
1 tighten the knob clockwise to secure the carriage.
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
1. Knob
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.
CAUTION:
• Firmly tighten the knob clockwise so that the carriage
will not move during operation. Insufficient tightening
may cause unexpected kickback of the blade. Possible
serious PERSONAL INJURY may result.
001553 2. Slide (push) cutting (cutting wide workpieces)
Loosen the knob counterclockwise so that the carriage
can slide freely. Secure the workpiece with the vise. Pull
the carriage toward you fully. Switch on the tool without
1 the blade making any contact and wait until the blade
attains full speed. Press down the handle and PUSH
THE CARRIAGE TOWARD THE GUIDE FENCE AND
THROUGH THE WORKPIECE. When the cut is com-
1. Knob
pleted, switch off the tool and WAIT UNTIL THE BLADE
HAS COME TO A COMPLETE STOP before returning
the blade to its fully elevated position.
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CAUTION:
• Whenever performing the slide cut, FIRST PULL THE
CARRIAGE TOWARD YOU FULLY and press down the
handle to the fully lowered position, then PUSH THE
CARRIAGE TOWARD THE GUIDE FENCE. NEVER
START THE CUT WITH THE CARRIAGE NOT FULLY
PULLED TOWARD YOU. If you perform the slide cut
without pulling the carriage fully or if you perform the
slide cut toward your direction, the blade may kickback
unexpectedly with the potential to cause serious
PERSONAL INJURY.
• Never perform the slide cut with the handle locked in the
lowered position by pressing the stopper pin.
• Never loosen the knob which secures the carriage while
the blade is rotating. This may cause serious injury.
3. Miter cutting
Refer to the previously covered “Adjusting the miter
angle”.
001554 4. Bevel cut
Loosen the lever and tilt the saw blade to set the bevel
angle (Refer to the previously covered “Adjusting the
bevel angle”). Be sure to retighten the lever firmly to
secure the selected bevel angle safely. Secure the work-
piece with a vise. Make sure the carriage is pulled all the
way back toward the operator. Switch on the tool without
the blade making any contact and wait until the blade
attains full speed. Then gently lower the handle to the
fully lowered position while applying pressure in parallel
with the blade and PUSH THE CARRIAGE TOWARD
THE GUIDE FENCE TO CUT THE WORKPIECE. When
the cut is completed, switch off the tool and WAIT UNTIL
THE BLADE HAS COME TO A COMPLETE STOP
before returning the blade to its fully elevated position.
CAUTION:
• Always be sure that the blade will move down to bevel
direction during a bevel cut. Keep hands out of path of
saw blade.
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• During a bevel cut, it may create a condition whereby the
piece cut off will come to rest against the side of the
blade. If the blade is raised while the blade is still
rotating, this piece may be caught by the blade, causing
fragments to be scattered which is dangerous. The blade
should be raised ONLY after the blade has come to a
complete stop.
• When pressing the handle down, apply pressure parallel
to the blade. If the pressure is not parallel to the blade
during a cut, the angle of the blade might be shifted and
the precision of the cut will be impaired.
• Always set the sub-fence to the left position when
performing left bevel cuts.
5. Compound cutting
Compound cutting is the process in which a bevel angle
is made at the same time in which a miter angle is being
cut on a workpiece. Compound cutting can be performed
at angle shown in the table.
Miter angle Bevel angle
Left 0˚ - 47˚, Right 0˚ - 45˚ Left and Right 0˚ - 45˚
Right 52˚ Left 0˚ - 40˚ and Right 0˚ - 45˚
1 2 3
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001556 There are crown and cove molding joints which are
made to fit “Inside” 90° corners ((1) and (2) in Fig. A) and
“Outside” 90° corners ((3) and (4) in Fig. A).
Measuring
(1) (2) (3) (4) Measure the wall length and adjust workpiece on table to
Fig.A 1 2 cut wall contact edge to desired length. Always make
sure that cut workpiece length at the back of the work-
1. Inside corner
2. Outside corner
piece is the same as wall length. Adjust cut length for
angle of cut. Always use several pieces for test cuts to
001557 check the saw angles.
When cutting crown and cove moldings, set the bevel
1 (2)
(1)
(1)
(2) angle and miter angle as indicated in the table (A) and
(4) position the moldings on the top surface of the saw base
(2) (3) 2
(1)
as indicated in the table (B).
(2) (1)
(1) (2) In the case of left bevel cut
Table (A)
1. Inside corner Molding Bevel angle Miter angle
2. Outside corner position in Fig. A 52/38˚ type 45˚ type 52/38˚ type 45˚ type
For inside (1) Right 31.6˚ Right 35.3˚
corner (2)
Left 33.9˚ Left 30˚ Left 31.6˚ Left 35.3˚
For outside (3)
corner (4) Right 31.6˚ Right 35.3˚
Table (B)
Molding Molding edge against
Finished piece
position in Fig. A guide fence
Ceiling contact edge should Finished piece will
For inside (1)
be against guide fence. be on the Left side
corner
(2) Wall contact edge should be of blade.
(3) against guide fence. Finished piece will
For outside
Ceiling contact edge should be be on the Right side
corner (4)
against guide fence. of blade.
Example:
In the case of cutting 52/38° type crown molding for
position (1) in Fig. A:
• Tilt and secure bevel angle setting to 33.9°
LEFT.
• Adjust and secure miter angle setting to 31.6°
RIGHT.
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• Lay crown molding with its broad back (hidden)
surface down on the turn base with its CEILING
CONTACT EDGE against the guide fence on
the saw.
• The finished piece to be used will always be on
the LEFT side of the blade after the cut has
been made.
In the case of right bevel cut
Table (A)
Molding Bevel angle Miter angle
position in Fig. A 52/38˚ type 45˚ type 52/38˚ type 45˚ type
For inside (1) Right 31.6˚ Right 35.3˚
corner (2)
Right 33.9˚ Right 30˚ Left 31.6˚ Left 35.3˚
For outside (3)
corner (4) Right 31.6˚ Right 35.3˚
Table (B)
Molding Molding edge against
Finished piece
position in Fig A guide fence
Wall contact edge should be Finished piece will
For inside (1)
against guide fence. be on the Right
corner
(2) Ceiling contact edge should be side of blade.
(3) against guide fence. Finished piece will
For outside
Wall contact edge should be be on the Left side
corner (4)
against guide fence. of blade.
Example:
In the case of cutting 52/38° type crown molding for
position (1) in Fig. A:
• Tilt and secure bevel angle setting to 33.9°
RIGHT.
• Adjust and secure miter angle setting to 31.6°
RIGHT.
• Lay crown molding with its broad back (hidden)
surface down on the turn base with its WALL
CONTACT EDGE against the guide fence on
the saw.
• The finished piece to be used will always be on
the RIGHT side of the blade after the cut has
been made.
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EN0002-1
000031 Compound Miter Saw
Ceiling Miter and Bevel Angle Settings
52˚
Wall
38˚
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EN0003-1
000032 Compound Miter Saw
Ceiling Miter and Bevel Angle Settings
45˚
Wall
45˚
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001558 Crown molding stoppers (optional accessories) allow
1 2 easier cuts of crown molding without tilting the saw
blade. Install them on the turn base as shown in the fig-
ures.
Fig. B 3
1. Crown molding stopper L
2. Crown molding stopper R
3. Turn base
001559
1 2
3 Fig. C
1. Crown molding stopper L
2. Crown molding stopper R
3. Turn base
001560 Position crown molding with its WALL CONTACT EDGE
2 against the guide fence and its CEILING CONTACT
1 3 4 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. Use the sub-fence R to secure
the crown molding more firmly.
1. Guide fence
2. Crown molding Table (C)
3. Crown molding stopper
Position
4. Screw Miter angle Finished piece
in Fig. A
For inside (1) Right 45˚ Save the right side of blade
corner (2) Save the left side of blade
Left 45˚
For outside (3) Save the right side of blade
corner (4) Right 45˚ Save the left side of blade
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001561 1. Cutting aluminum extrusion
1 When securing aluminum extrusions, use spacer blocks
2 or pieces of scrap as shown in the figure to prevent
3 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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CAUTION:
1. Guide fence
2. Vise
• Never attempt to cut thick or round aluminum extrusions.
3. Spacer block
Thick aluminum extrusions may come loose during
4. Aluminum extrusion operation and round aluminum extrusions cannot be
5. Spacer block secured firmly with this tool.
001563 2. Groove cutting
1 A dado type cut can be made by proceeding as follows:
Adjust the lower limit position of the blade using the
adjusting screw and the stopper arm to limit the cutting
depth of the blade. Refer to “Stopper arm” section
described on previously.
After adjusting the lower limit position of the blade, cut
parallel grooves across the width of the workpiece using
1. Cut grooves with blade
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.
CAUTION:
• Be sure to return the stopper arm to the original position
when performing other than groove cutting.
1. Stopper pin
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001565 Carry the tool by holding both sides of the tool base 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.
1. Guide fence
2. Triangular rule
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001568 Make sure that the pointer points to 0° on the miter
1 scale. If the pointer does not point to 0°, loosen the
screw which secures the pointer and adjust the pointer
so that it will point to 0°.
2 3
1. Screw
2. Miter scale
3. Pointer
001569 2. Bevel angle
(1) 0° bevel angle
1
Push the carriage toward the guide fence and
2 tighten the knob to secure the carriage. Lower the
handle fully and lock it in the lowered position by
pushing in the stopper pin. Loosen the lever at the
3 rear of the tool. Make sure that the arm is locked.
1. Arm
2. Lever
3. Hex bolt
001570 Turn the hex bolt on the left side of the arm two or
three revolutions counterclockwise. Turn the hex
bolt on the right side of the arm two or three revolu-
tions counterclockwise to tilt the blade to the left.
1. Hex bolt
001571 Carefully square the side of the blade with the top
surface of the turn base using the triangular rule,
1 2
try-square, etc. by turning the hex bolt on the right
3 side of the arm clockwise. Turn the hex bolt on the
left side of the arm clockwise as far as it will go.
Then tighten the lever securely.
1. Triangular rule
2. Saw blade
3. Top surface of turn base
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001572 Make sure that the two pointers on the arm point to
1 each 0° on the bevel scale on the arm holder. If they
2
3 do not point to 0°, loosen the screws which secure
the pointers and adjust them so that they will point
to 0°.
3
1. Bevel scale
2. Screws
3. Pointers
001573 (2) 45° bevel angle
1 Adjust the 45° bevel angle only after performing 0°
2 bevel angle adjustment. To adjust left 45° bevel
3 angle, loosen the lever and tilt the blade to the left
fully. Make sure that the pointer on the arm points to
45° on the bevel scale on the arm holder. If the
pointer does not point to 45°, turn the left 45° bevel
angle adjusting bolt on the side of the arm holder
1. Arm holder
2. Right 45° bevel angle adjusting
until the pointer points to 45°.
bolt To adjust right 45° bevel angle, perform the same
3. Left 45° bevel angle adjusting bolt procedure described above.
1. Limit mark
001576 Use a screwdriver to remove the brush holder caps. Take out
2 the worn carbon brushes, insert the new ones and secure
1
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
1. Brush holder cap working well, ask your local Makita service center for repair.
2. Screwdriver
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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.
• When storing the tool, pull the carriage toward you fully
so that the slide pole is thoroughly inserted into the turn
base.
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 General purpose blade for fast and smooth
rip, crosscuts and miters.
Crosscutting For smoother cross grain cuts. Slices cleanly
against the grain.
Fine cross cuts For sand-free cuts cleanly against the grain.
Non-ferrous metals For miters in aluminum, copper, brass, tub-
miter saw blades ing, and other non-ferrous metals.
• Sub-fence R
• Vise assembly (Horizontal vise)
• Vertical vise
• Socket wrench 13
• Holder set
• Dust bag
• Elbow
• Crown molding stopper set
• Triangular rule
• Lock-off button (2 pcs.)
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Memo
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Memo
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Cut
Stamp
Timbre
Fold
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Price
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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 Makita’s Factory or Authorized Service Centres.
If inspection shows the trouble is caused by defective workmanship or material, Makita will repair (or at our option, replace)
without charge.
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.
“The Makita Warranty is the only and the entire written warranty given by Makita for the Makita tools. No dealer or his agent
or employee is authorized to extend or enlarge upon this warranty by any verbal or written statement or advertisement.”
MAKITA DISCLAIMS LIABILITY FOR ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF
“MERCHANTABILITY” AND FITNESS FOR A SPECIFIC PURPOSE,” AFTER THE ONE YEAR TERM OF THIS WARRANTY.
“This Warranty gives you specific rights. The provisions contained in this warranty are not intended to limit, modify, take away
from, disclaim or exclude any warranties set forth in any provincial legislation. To the extent required by law, the provisions in
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