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Makita LS1040F User Manual

Makita LS1040F
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ENGLISH (Original instructions)
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
DOUBLE INSULATION
IMPORTANT: Read Before Using.
Compound Miter Saw
LS1040F
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012679

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Makita LS1040F Specifications

General IconGeneral
Input power1650 W
Power sourceAC
Blade bore30 mm
Blade diameter255 mm
Dust bag includedYes
Idle speed (max)4600 RPM
Miter setting (left)45 °
Miter setting (right)52 °
Cutting capacity 0°93 x 95 mm
Cutting capacity 45° miter93 x 67 mm
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Weight12600 g

Summary

SPECIFICATIONS

Intended use

Describes the tool's primary purpose and materials it can cut.

Power supply

Details electrical requirements and safety for operation.

Symbols

EC Declaration of Conformity

General Power Tool Safety Warnings

Work area safety

Guidelines for maintaining a safe working environment to prevent accidents.

Electrical safety

Crucial precautions for safe use of electrical power tools.

Personal safety

Advice on operator's alertness, PPE, and preventing accidental starts.

Power tool use and care

Best practices for operating and maintaining the tool safely.

Service

Importance of professional maintenance for tool safety and reliability.

Miter Saw Safety Warnings

INSTALLATION

Installing auxiliary plate

Steps for attaching the auxiliary plate for added support.

Installing the holders

Instructions for fitting the workpiece holders for stability.

Bench mounting

Guidance on securely fixing the saw to a workbench for stability.

FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION

Blade guard

Details on the function and importance of the blade guard.

Kerf board

Explanation of the kerf board's purpose in minimizing tear-out.

Maintaining maximum cutting capacity

How to adjust the saw for optimal cutting depth.

Adjusting the miter angle

Steps for setting the desired miter cutting angle.

Adjusting the bevel angle

Steps for setting the desired bevel cutting angle.

Switch action

How to operate the power switch and lock-off button.

Lighting up the lamps

Instructions for using the saw's integrated lighting system.

ASSEMBLY

Installing or removing saw blade

Procedure for safely changing the saw blade.

Dust bag

Instructions for attaching and emptying the dust collection bag.

Securing workpiece

Critical safety and operational guidance for securing the workpiece.

Sub-fence

How to position the sub-fence for specific cuts.

Horizontal vise (optional accessory)

Instructions for installing and using the optional horizontal vise.

Vertical vise

Instructions for installing and using the vertical vise.

OPERATION

Press cutting

Procedure for performing straight cuts with the saw.

Miter cutting

How to make angled cuts using the miter adjustment.

Bevel cut

How to perform cuts at a tilt angle using the bevel adjustment.

Compound cutting

Performing cuts with both miter and bevel angles.

Cutting aluminum extrusion

Guidance on safely cutting aluminum materials.

Wood facing

How to attach wood facing for cleaner cuts.

Cutting repetitive lengths

Using accessories for efficient cutting of multiple same-length pieces.

Carrying tool

Miter angle

Securing the turn base to the 0° miter position for carrying.

Bevel angle

Securing the blade to the 0° bevel position for carrying.

MAINTENANCE

Adjusting the cutting angle

How to re-align the saw's angle settings if needed.

Replacing fluorescent tube

Procedure for replacing the lamp in the saw.

Replacing carbon brushes

How to check and replace worn carbon brushes.

After use

Recommended cleaning and lubrication after each use.

OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES

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