Makita LS1219/1 - Securing Workpiece

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Connecting a vacuum cleaner
When you wish to perform clean cutting operation, con-
nect a Makita vacuum cleaner to the dust nozzle using
a front cuff 24 (optional accessory).
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►1. Front cuff 24 2. Hose 3. Vacuum cleaner
Dust bag
The use of the dust bag makes cutting operations clean
and dust collection easy. To attach the dust bag, remove
the dust extraction hose on the tool and connect the
dust bag.
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►1. Dust extraction hose 2. Dust bag
When the dust bag is about half full, remove the dust
bag from the tool and pull the fastener out. Empty
the dust bag of its contents, tapping it lightly so as to
remove particles adhering to the insides which might
hamper further collection.
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►1. Fastener
Securing workpiece
WARNING: It is extremely important to always
secure the workpiece correctly with the proper
type of vise or crown molding stoppers. Failure to
dosomayresultinseriouspersonalinjuryandcause
damage to the tool and/or the workpiece.
WARNING: After a cutting operation do not
raise the blade until it has come to a complete
stop. The raising of a coasting blade may result in
seriouspersonalinjuryanddamagetotheworkpiece.
WARNING: When cutting a workpiece that
is longer than the support base of the saw, the
material should be supported the entire length
beyond the support base and at the same height
to keep the material level. Proper workpiece support
will help avoid blade pinch and possible kickback
whichmayresultinseriouspersonalinjury.Donot
rely solely on the vertical vise and/or horizontal vise
to secure the workpiece. Thin material tends to sag.
Support workpiece over its entire length to avoid
blade pinch and possible KICKBACK.
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►1. Support 2. Turn base