Makita LS0815F Use and Care Manual download pdf (Page 8)

To adjust the bevel angle, loosen the lever at the rear of

the tool counterclockwise. Unlock the arm by pushing

the handle somewhat strongly in the direction that you

intend to tilt the saw blade.

NOTE:

• Lever can be adjusted to a different lever angle by

removing the screw holding the lever and securing

the lever at a desired angle.

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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.

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To tilt the saw blade to right 5 ﾟ or left 48 ﾟ: set the saw

blade to 0 ﾟ for right 5 ﾟ, or 45 ﾟ for left 48 ﾟ. Then

slightly tilt the saw blade to the opposite side. Push the

release button and tilt the saw blade to the desired

position. Tighten the lever to secure the arm.

CAUTION:

• After changing the bevel angle, always secure the

arm by tightening the lever clockwise.

NOTICE:

• When tilting the saw blade be sure the handle is

fully raised.

• When changing bevel angles, be sure to position

the kerf boards appropriately as explained in the

"Positioning kerf boards" section.

Slide lock adjustment

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To lock the slide pole, turn the locking screw clockwise.

Switch action

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 trigger to stop.

WARNING:

• Before plugging in the tool, always check to

see that the switch trigger actuates properly

and returns to the "OFF" position when

released. Do not pull the switch trigger hard

without pressing in the lock-off button. This

can cause switch breakage. Operating a tool

with a switch that does not actuate properly can

lead to loss of control and serious personal injury.

A hole is provided in the switch trigger for insertion of a

padlock to lock the tool off.

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WARNING:

• Do not use a lock with a shank or cable any

smaller than 6.35 mm (1/4") in diameter. A

smaller shank or cable may not properly lock the

tool in the off position and unintentional operation

may occur resulting in serious personal injury.

•

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 or serious personal injury may occur.

• 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. A switch in need of repair may

1. Lock-off button

2. Switch trigger

3. Hole for padlock

1. Locking screw

1. Pointer

2. Release button

3. Bevel scale

1. Lever

2. Arm

3. Pointer

4. Bevel scale

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