Makita LS1018 Instruction Manual

1 ENGLISH (Original instructions) INSTRUCTION MANUAL DOUBLE INSULATION IMPORTANT: Read Before Using. Slide Compound Miter SawLS1018 LS1018L 015203

10 • NEVER defeat the lock-off button by taping down or some other means. A switch with a defeated lock-off button may result in unintentional operat

11 NOTE: • When laser line is dim and almost or entirely invisible because of the direct sunlight in the indoor or outdoor window-by work, relocate t

12 1234 010244 To install the blade, mount it carefully onto the spindle, making sure that the direction of the arrow on the surface of the blade mat

13 Guide fence (SLIDING FENCE) adjustment 015204 WARNING: • Before operating the tool, make sure that the sliding fence is secured firmly. • Befor

14 Horizontal vise (optional accessory) 123 011343 The horizontal vise can be installed in two positions on either the left or right side of the base

15 1. Press cutting (cutting small workpieces) 1 011409 Workpieces up to 91 mm high and 70 mm wide can be cut in the following manner. Push the carr

16 3. Miter cutting Refer to the previously covered "Adjusting the miter angle". 4. Bevel cut 010249 Loosen the lever and tilt the saw bla

17 2(1)(2)(1)(2)(2)(1)(2)(1)(1)(2)(3)(4)1 001557 Measuring Measure the wall length and adjust workpiece on table to cut wall contact edge to desired

18 1234 010469 When securing aluminum extrusions, use spacer blocks or pieces of scrap as shown in the figure to prevent deformation of the aluminum.

19 Carrying tool 011411 Make sure that the tool is unplugged. Secure the blade at 0° bevel angle and the turn base at the full right miter angle pos

2 ENGLISH (Original instructions) Contents SPECIFICATIONS...

20 2. Bevel angle (1) 0° bevel angle 12 011413 Push the carriage toward the guide fence and tighten the locking screw to secure the carriage. Lower

21 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 directio

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3 collected separately and returned to an environmentally compatible recycling facility. ENE006-1 Intended use The tool is intended for accurate strai

4 7. Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for carrying, pulling or unplugging the power tool. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or movi

5 7. Wear hearing protection to reduce the risk of hearing loss. 8. Wear gloves for handling saw blade (saw blades shall be carried in a holder wher

6 45. To reduce the emitted noise, always be sure that the blade is sharp and clean. 46. The operator is adequately trained in the use, adjustment a

7 1 010231 With the blade guard so positioned, cleaning can be more completely and efficiently accomplished. When cleaning is complete reverse proced

8 WARNING: • After installing a new blade and with the tool unplugged, always be sure that the blade does not contact any part of the lower base when

9 123 011353 Tilt the saw blade until the pointer points to the desired angle on the bevel scale. Then tighten the lever clockwise firmly to secure t