Makita LS1410, 24016 instruction manual Accessories, Shaft lock

8.Tips on Cutting

This tool is equipped with an electric safety brake which stops the saw blade within three seconds from the moment you release the switch in the operating handle. This safety feature can also be used to advantage, for example, in cutting certain materials like light aluminum or plastics where special shapes are required, or in edge cuts in wood where only a little stock is cut off. In this case, the saw blade is retracted after the blade stops, and the cut end will not be contacted by a spinning blade as in a regular saw. Thus, a cleaner - as well as safer -cut is p'ossible.

"Always keep the table top clear of chips, small pieces and so on in order to maintain a safe, clean surface.

11.Saw Blade for Aluminum Applications (For Model 2401B only)

Apply oil to the miter saw blade (No. 255-4A) for aluminum cutting, since without it chips will adhere and the cutting edges will deteriorate. Apply oil near the arbor at the center of the blade; centrifugal force will distribute it o u t to the tips. No oil is required with carbide-tipped blades.

12. Maintenance% Carbon Brushes

Replace carbon brushes when they wear down to about 6 mm (1/4") or sparking will occur. Both brushes should be

9.Removing Saw Blade

Depressed shaft lock as shown in 0 to lock shaft/blade. Next, as seen in 0 ,use the socket wrench provided to loosen (clock- wise) the hex bolt holding the blade in place. The remove the bolt and outer flange. The blade can thus be taken out from the safety cover.

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changed at the same time.

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Clean the tool thoroughly after use.

Apply oil to all sliding surfaces, the base and saw blade as a rust inhibitor.

13. Attaching Optional Dust Bag

Although sawdust ejection can be directed at will by means of the elbow, the use of the dust bag provided makes collection complete and cutting operations.

To attach the dust bag, fit it onto the elbow and turn t o the left to lock in place; it releases to the right.

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10.Factory-Adjusted Lock Nut

The hex lock nut holding together the gear housing and arm has been factory-adjusted to assure smooth arm action up and down and t o guarantee precise cutting. Do not temper with it.

Should looseness develop at the housing and arm connection, perform the following adjustment. Work the arm vertically while tightening the hex lock nut: the best posi-

tion to fasten the nut is just before theFig. 1 1 motor body weight is obvious.

If the nut is too loose, the cutting accuracy will be affected; if it is too tight, it will be hard to work the arm up and down easily. Note that this is a self locking nut; it is a special type that does not remove in the usual manner, and so it should not be over- tightened or replaced with other types.

When the bag is about half full, just unzip the fastener below and empty it, slapping it lightly so as .to remove particles adhering to the insides which might hamper collection.

ACCESSORIES

Dust Bag Part No. 166004-3

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