Makita LS1212 Instruction Manual download pdf (Page 11)

After adjusting the kerf boards, release the stopper pin

and raise the handle. Then tighten all the screws securely.

CAUTION:

•After changing the bevel angle, always readjust the

kerf boards as described above.

Maintaining maximum cutting capacity

(Fig. 6 & 7)

This tool is factory adjusted to provide the maximum

cutting capacity for a 305 mm saw blade.

When installing a new blade, always check the lower limit

position of the blade and if necessary, adjust it as follows:

Push the carriage toward the guide fence fully and 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.

With the tool unplugged, rotate the blade by hand while

holding 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.

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.

Stopper arm (Fig. 8)

The lower limit position of the blade can be easily

adjusted with the stopper arm. To adjust it, rotate the

stopper arm in the direction of the arrow as shown in the

figure. Adjust the adjusting screw so that the blade stops

at the desired position when lowering the handle fully.

Positioning for adjusting the mitre angle

(Fig. 9)

The turn base turns up to 47° to the left and 60° to the

right.

Loosen the grip by turning counterclockwise. Turn the turn

base while pressing down the lock pin. When you have

moved the grip to the position where the pointer indicates

the desired angle on the mitre scale, securely tighten the

grip clockwise.

CAUTION:

•When turning the turn base, be sure to raise the handle

fully.

•After changing the mitre angle, always secure the turn

base by tightening the grip firmly.

Positioning for adjusting the bevel angle

The saw blade tilts up to 45° to the left and right.

To a dju s t t h e be v el a ngle , lo o sen the leve r at t he r ear of

the tool. Unlock the arm by pushing the handle rather

firmly in the direction that you intend to tilt the saw blade.

(Fig. 10)

Tilt the saw blade until the pointer points to the desired

angle on the bevel scale. Tighten the lever to secure the

arm. (Fig. 11)

CAUTION:

•When tilting the saw blade, be sure to raise the handle

fully.

•After changing the bevel angle, always secure the arm

by tightening the lever clockwise.

•When changing bevel angles, be sure to position the

kerf boards appropriately as explained in the

“Positioning kerf boards” section.

Switch action (Fig. 12)

CAUTION:

•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 p rev e nt t h e t r igg e r fro m be i ng a c cid e ntal l y p u lle d , a

lock-off button is provided. To start the tool, push the lever

to the left, press in the lock-off button and then pull the

trigger. Release the trigger to stop.

ASSEMBLY

CAUTION:

•Always be sure that the tool is switched off and

unplugged before carrying out any work on the tool.

Socket wrench storage (Fig. 13)

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

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.

Lock the handle in the raised position by pushing in the

stopper pin. (Fig. 1)

To r e move t he bla d e, us e t he so c ket w renc h t o l oos e n t he

hex bolt holding the centre cover by turning it

counterclockwise. Raise the blade guard and centre

cover. (Fig. 14)

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. (Fig. 15)

To i nsta l l t h e bl a de, moun t it c are f ully o nto the spin d le,

making 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 counterclockwise while pressing the shaft lock.

(Fig. 15 & 16)

Return the blade guard and center cover to its original

position. Then tighten the hex bolt clockwise to secure the

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