Compound Miter Saw Equipped with Electric Blade Brake 255 mm (10”) MODEL LS1040 DOUBLE INSULATION I N S T R U C T I O N M A N U A L WARNING: For your personal safety, READ and UNDERSTAND before using. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. w w w. m a k i t a t o o l s.
SPECIFICATIONS Blade diameter : ............................................................................................. 255 mm (10”) Hole diameter : ........................................................................................... 15.88 mm (5/8”) Max. Miter angle : ....................................................................................Left 45°, Right 52° Max. Bevel angle : ....................................................................................................
5. DON’T USE IN DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT. Don’t use power tools in damp or wet locations, or expose them to rain. Keep work area well lighted. Don’t use tool in presence of flammable liquids or gases. 6. KEEP CHILDREN AWAY. All visitors should be kept safe distance from work area. 7. MAKE WORKSHOP KID PROOF with padlocks, master switches, or by removing starter keys. 8. DON’T FORCE TOOL. It will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed. 9. USE RIGHT TOOL.
VOLTAGE WARNING: Before connecting the tool to a power source (receptacle, outlet, etc.) be sure the voltage supplied is the same as that specified on the nameplate of the tool. A power source with voltage greater than that specified for the tool can result in SERIOUS INJURY to the user - as well as damage to the tool. If in doubt, DO NOT PLUG IN THE TOOL. Using a power source with voltage less than the nameplate rating is harmful to the motor. USE PROPER EXTENSION CORD.
9. Do not use the tool in the presence of flammable liquids or gases. 21. Wait until the blade attains full speed before cutting. 10. Check the blade carefully for cracks or damage before operation. Replace cracked or damaged blade immediately. Gum and wood pitch hardened on blades slows saw and increases potential for kickback. Keep blade clean by first removing it from tool, then cleaning it with gum and pitch remover, hot water or kerosene. Never use gasoline to clean blade. 22.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: MISUSE or failure to follow the safety rules stated in this instruction manual may cause serious personal injury.
INSTALLATION 001855 1 2 Installing auxiliary plate Installing the auxiliary plate using the notch in the tool’s base and secure it by tightening the hex bolt. 3 1. Auxiliary plate 2. Hex bolt 3. Base 001832 1 3 1. 2. 3. 4. 2 4 Auxiliary plate Base Hex bolt Nut Bench mounting 001792 When the tool is shipped, the handle is locked in the lowered position by the stopper pin. Release the stopper pin by lowering the handle slightly and pulling the stopper pin.
FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION • 001860 CAUTION: Always be sure that the tool is switched off and unplugged before adjusting or checking function on the tool. Blade guard When lowering the handle, the blade guard rises automatically. The guard is spring loaded so it returns to its original position when the cut is completed and the handle is raised. NEVER DEFEAT OR REMOVE THE BLADE GUARD OR THE SPRING WHICH ATTACHES TO THE GUARD.
002256 1 Kerf board This tool is provided with the kerf board in the turn base to minimize tearing on the exit side of a cut. If the kerf groove has not yet been cut in the kerf board by the factory, you should cut the groove before actually using the tool to cut a workpiece. Switch on the tool and lower the blade gently to cut a groove in the kerf board. 2 1. Kerf board 2.
• 001864 After changing the miter angle, always secure the turn base by tightening the grip firmly. Adjusting the bevel angle To adjust the bevel angle, loosen the lever at the rear of the tool counterclockwise. Push the handle to the left to 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. 1 1. Lever • 001865 • CAUTION: When tilting the saw blade, be sure to raise the handle fully.
• WARNING: 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. • 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. Return tool to a Makita service center for proper repairs BEFORE further usage.
001858 1 3 2 1. 2. 3. 4. To remove the blade, use the socket wrench to loosen the hex bolt holding the center cover by turning it counterclockwise. Raise the blade guard and center cover. 4 Center cover Socket wrench Hex bolt Blade guard 001859 Press the shaft lock to lock the spindle and use the socket wrench to loosen the hex bolt clockwise. Then remove the hex bolt, outer flange and blade. 1 2 1. Socket wrench 2.
001861 1 Dust bag The use of the dust bag makes cutting operations clean and dust collection easy. To attach the dust bag, fit it onto the dust nozzle. 2 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. 3 1. Dust nozzle 2. Dust bag 3.
001767 • 1 CAUTION: When performing left bevel cuts, flip the fence over to the left position as shown in the figure. Otherwise, it will contact the blade or a part of the tool, causing possible serious injury to the operator. 1. Sub-fence 001796 6 1 2 3 The vertical vise can be installed in two positions on either the left or right side of the guide fence or the holder assembly (optional accessory).
the projection may stop at an angle. In this case, turn the vise knob back counterclockwise until the screw is released, before turning again gently clockwise. The maximum width of the workpiece which can be secured by the horizontal vise is 130 mm (5 - 1/8”). • 002247 CAUTION: Grip the workpiece only when the projection is at the topmost position. Failure to do so may result in insufficient securing of the workpiece.
001788 • Do not apply excessive pressure on the handle when cutting. Too much force may result in overload of the motor and/or decreased cutting efficiency. Push down handle with only as much force as is necessary for smooth cutting and without significant decrease in blade speed. • Gently press down the handle to perform the cut.
• During a bevel cut, it may create a condition whereby the piece cut off will come to rest against the side of the blade. If the blade is raised while the blade is still rotating, this piece may be caught by the blade, causing fragments to be scattered which is dangerous. The blade should be raised ONLY after the blade has come to a complete stop. • When pressing the handle down, apply pressure parallel to the blade.
001556 (1) (2) (3) (4) Fig.A 1 2 1. Inside corner 2. Outside corner 001557 1 (2) (1) (2) (1) (4) 2 (3) (2) (1) 1. Inside corner 2. Outside corner 18 (1) (2) (1) (2) There are crown and cove molding joints which are made to fit “Inside” 90° corners ((1) and (2) in Fig. A) and “Outside” 90° corners ((3) and (4) in Fig. A). Measuring Measure the wall length and adjust workpiece on table to cut wall contact edge to desired length.
EN0002-1 000031 Ceiling Compound Miter Saw Miter and Bevel Angle Settings Wall 52˚ 38˚ Wall to Crown Molding Angle: 52/38 degrees Wall Angle Bevel Angle Miter Angle (deg.) (deg.) (deg.) 43.0 46.8 60 61 42.8 46.3 62 42.5 45.7 63 42.2 45.1 64 41.9 44.6 65 41.7 44.0 66 41.4 43.5 67 41.1 42.9 68 40.8 42.4 69 40.5 41.9 70 40.2 41.3 71 39.9 40.8 72 39.6 40.3 73 39.3 39.8 74 39.0 39.2 75 38.7 38.7 76 38.4 38.2 77 38.1 37.7 78 37.8 37.2 79 37.4 36.8 80 37.1 36.3 81 36.8 35.8 82 36.5 35.3 83 36.2 34.8 84 35.
EN0003-1 000032 Ceiling Compound Miter Saw Miter and Bevel Angle Settings Wall 45˚ 45˚ Wall to Crown Molding Angle: 45 degrees Wall Angle Bevel Angle Miter Angle (deg.) (deg.) (deg.) 37.8 50.8 60 61 37.5 50.2 62 37.3 49.6 63 37.1 49.1 64 36.8 48.5 65 36.6 48.0 66 36.4 47.4 67 36.1 46.9 68 35.9 46.4 69 35.6 45.8 70 35.4 45.3 71 35.1 44.8 72 34.9 44.2 73 34.6 43.7 74 34.4 43.2 75 34.1 42.7 76 33.9 42.1 77 33.6 41.6 78 33.3 41.1 79 33.1 40.6 80 32.8 40.1 81 32.5 39.6 82 32.3 39.1 83 32.0 38.6 84 31.7 38.
001789 Crown molding stoppers (optional accessories) allow easier cuts of crown molding without tilting the saw blade. Install them on the base as shown in the figures. 001560 Position crown molding with its WALL CONTACT EDGE against the guide fence and its CEILING CONTACT EDGE against the crown molding stoppers as shown in the figure. Adjust the crown molding stoppers according to the size of the crown molding. Tighten the screws to secure the crown molding stoppers.
001790 Over 10mm (3/8”) Over 460mm (18-1/8”) 25mm (1”) 1 90mm 107mm 107mm 90mm (3-9/16”) (4-7/32”) (4-7/32”) (3-9/16”) 90mm (3-9/16”) 1 1. Hole • 001846 1 3 1. Set plate 2. Holder 3. Screw 2 CAUTION: Use straight wood of even thickness as the wood facing. • Use screws to attach the wood facing to the guide fence. The screws should be installed so that the screw heads are below the surface of the wood facing.
001792 Carrying tool Make sure that the tool is unplugged. Secure the blade at 0° bevel angle and the turn base at right miter angle fully. Lower the handle fully and lock it in the lowered position by pushing in the stopper pin. 1 1. Stopper pin 001774 Carry the tool by carrying grip as shown in the figure. If you remove the holders, dust bag, etc., you can carry the tool more easily. • • MAINTENANCE • • CAUTION: Always secure all moving portions before carrying the tool.
002259 1 2 Lower the handle fully and lock it in the lowered position by pushing in the stopper pin. Square the side of the blade with the face of the guide fence using a triangular rule, try-square, etc. Then securely tighten the hex bolts on the guide fence in the order from the right side. 3 1. Triangular rule 2. Grip 3. Guide fence 001768 1 2 3 4 1. 2. 3. 4. Turn base Lever 0° adjusting bolt Hex nut 2.
(2) 45° bevel angle Adjust the 45° bevel angle only after performing 0° bevel angle adjustment. To adjust left 45° bevel angle, loosen the lever and tilt the blade to the left fully. Make sure that the pointer on the arm points to 45° on the bevel scale on the arm. If the pointer does not point to 45°, turn the 45° bevel angle adjusting bolt on the left side of the arm until the pointer points to 45°. 001770 1 4 2 1. 2. 3. 4.
ACCESSORIES • CAUTION: These accessories or attachments are recommended for use with your Makita tool specified in this manual. The use of any other accessories or attachments might present a risk of injury to persons. Only use accessory or attachment for its stated purpose. If you need any assistance for more details regarding these accessories, ask your local Makita service center. • 26 Steel & Carbide-tipped saw blades Miter saw blades For smooth and precise cutting in various materials.
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WARNING Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction activities contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some examples of these chemicals are: • lead from lead-based paints, • crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products, and • arsenic and chromium from chemically-treated lumber. Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on how often you do this type of work.