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Makita LS1017 User Manual

Makita LS1017
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ENGLISH (Original instructions)
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
DOUBLE INSULATION
IMPORTANT: Read Before Using.
Slide Compound Miter Saw
LS1017
LS1017L
011345
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Makita LS1017 Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeSliding Compound Miter Saw
Arbor Size5/8 inch
Motor Power15 Amp
No Load Speed3, 200 RPM
Voltage120V
Blade Diameter10 inches
Max Cutting Capacity (Horizontal)12 inch
Amperage15 Amp
Max. Cut Thickness at 90°3-1/2 inch
Max. Cut Thickness at 45°2-1/2 inch

Summary

Symbols

Tool Specifications and Safety

Intended Use

Details the tool's purpose for cutting wood and aluminum.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Safe Operations - General

Covers keeping the work area clean, environment, and guarding against electric shock.

Safe Operations - Personal Safety

Includes keeping children away and other personal safety measures.

ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES FOR TOOL

Safe Operations - Tool Handling

Covers proper tool use, dressing, eye/hearing protection, cord care, and securing work.

Blade and Workpiece Safety

Rules for hand placement, guards, securing workpiece, and blade stops.

Blade and Workpiece Safety (Cont.)

Blade and Workpiece Safety (Cont.)

More rules on blade condition, flanges, securing the base, and avoiding hazards like nails.

Cutting Operation Safety

Covers starting cuts, blade speed, stopping, trigger use, and alertness.

INSTALLATION

Bench mounting

Instructions for securely bolting the saw to a stable surface.

Blade Guard Operation

Explains how the blade guard functions and the importance of its integrity.

FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION

Blade Guard Maintenance

Emphasizes not defeating or removing the guard and contacting service if damaged.

Maintaining maximum cutting capacity

Adjusting the miter angle

Setting the Miter Angle

Steps for adjusting and securing the miter angle using the grip.

Adjusting the bevel angle

Switch action

Switch Operation Procedures

Instructions for starting and stopping the tool, including lock-off button use.

Laser beam action

ASSEMBLY

General Assembly Warning

Warning about ensuring the tool is off and unplugged before assembly.

Saw Blade Installation and Removal

Procedures for storing the wrench and installing/removing the saw blade safely.

Securing Workpiece and Guide Fence

Workpiece Securing Warnings

Emphasizes proper workpiece securing to prevent injury and tool damage.

Workpiece Support for Long Materials

How to support long workpieces to avoid pinch and kickback.

Horizontal vise (optional accessory)

Horizontal Vise Securing Warning

Warning about properly securing workpieces with the horizontal vise.

Holders and Operation Preparation

Pre-Operation Checks

Reminds to release the handle, check for excessive pressure, and ensure blade contact.

OPERATION

Cutting Safety Warnings

Press/Slide Cut Safety

Key safety precautions for press and slide cutting.

Bevel Cut Safety

Key safety precautions for bevel cutting.

Advanced Cutting Techniques

Material-Specific Cutting

Tool Maintenance and Alignment

Maintenance Safety

Covers maintenance safety warnings.

Replacing carbon brushes