Miter Saw 255 mm (10”) MODEL LSl030N Equipped with Electric Brake INSTRUCTION MANUAL DOUBLE INSU1AT ION
r\O U- I 1 No load speed (RPM) 00 45O (left and right) 90.5 m m x 9 5 mm (3-9/16" x 3-3/4") 90.5 mm x 6 7 mm (3-9/16" x 2-5/8") 6 9 m m x 1 3 0 mm (2-3/4" x 5-1/8") I 6 9 m m x 92 mm (2-3/4" x 3-5/8") I ............................................................................. 4,600 5 3 0 mm x 4 7 6 m m x 5 3 2 m m 32" x 18-23/32" x 20-15/16") .................................................... 11.0 kg (24.2 Ibs) Manufacturer reserves the right t o change specifications without notice.
For Your Own Safety Read Instruction Manual Before Operating Miter Saw Save it for future reference GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS (For All Tools) 1. KNOW YOUR POWER TOOL. Read the owner's manual carefully. Learn the tools applications and limitations, as well as the specific potential hazards peculiar to it. 2. KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE and in working order. 3.REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES. Form habit of checking to see that keys and adjusting wrenches are removed from tool before turning it on. 4.
16. EXTENSION CORDS. Make sure your extension cord is in good condition. When using an extension cord, be sure t o use one heavy enough t o carry the current your product will draw. An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of power and overheating. Table 1 shows the correct size to use depending on cord length and nameplate ampere rating. If in doubt, use the next heavier gage. The smaller the gage number, the heavier the cord.
VOLTAGE WARNING: Before connecting the tool t o 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 t o 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 t o the motor. ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES 1. Wear eye protection. 2.
21. Shut off power and wait for saw blade t o stop before servicing or adjusting tool. 22. Be alert at all times, especially during repetitive, monotonous operations. Don't be lulled into a false sense of security. Blades are extremely unforgiving. 23. Do not cut cross-armed as shown I 24. Always use accessories recommended in this manual. Use of improper accessories such as abrasive wheels may cause an injury. 25. Don't abuse cord. Never yank cord t o disconnect it from the receptacle.
When carrying the tool, lower the handle fully and press the stopper pin to lock the handle in the lowered position. Secure the turn base by means of the grip. The tool can then be conveniently carried by the carrying grip. Carrying WARNING: Be sure that the tool is unplugged first. Stopper pin is for carrying purposes only and not for any cutting operations. Bench mounting miter saw This tool should be bolted with two bolts to a level and stable surface using the bolt holes provided in the tool's base.
Press the shaft lock so that the blade cannot revolve and use the socket wrench to loosen the hex bolt clockwise. Then remove the hex bolt, outer flange and blade. Socket wrench To install the blade, mount the blade onto the spindle, making sure that the direction of the arrow on the surface of the blade matches the direction of the arrow on the blade case. Install the outer flange and hex bolt, and then use the socket wrench to tighten the hex bolt securely counterclockwise while pressing the shaft lock.
Dust bag The use of the dust bag makes cutting operations clean and dust collections easy. To attach the dust bag, fit the bags entry port over the dust spout. 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. Switch action To prevent the trigger from being accidentally pulled, a lock-off button is provided.
Kerf board This tool is provided with the kerf board in the turn base. 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. Maintaining maximum cutting capacity Unplug the tool before any adjustment is attempted. This tool is factory adjusted to provide the max. cutting capacity for a 255 mm (10") saw blade.
Securing workpiece Whenever possible, secure the workpiece with the optional vise. If you must use your hand to hold the workpiece, then it must be done firmly and securely so as not to lose control of the workpiece. Your hand and arm must be kept well away from the blade area (4" minimum). Squeeze the workpiece firmly against the guide fence with your fingers held over the top of the guide fence. The workpiece must also rest steadily on the turn base.
3. Holders and holder assembly I (optional accessories) The holders and the holder assembly can be installed on either side as a convenient means of supporting workpieces horizontally. Install them as shown in the figure. Then tighten the screws firmly to secure the holders and the holder assembly. Screw Holder assembl When cutting long workpieces, use the holder-rod assembly (optional accessory). It consists of two holder assemblies and two rods 12.
When cutting with this tool, the thickness of the blade is cut out of the workpiece as well. Therefore, your cutting line should be on either the left or right side of the groove in the kerf board. Switch on the tool and wait until the blade attains full speed before lowering gently into the cut. When the blade, contacts the workpiece, gradually bear down on the handle to perform the cut.
*There are crown and cove molding joints to fit "Inside" 90" corners and "Outside" 90" corners t@ and @ in Fig. A). (aand 0in Fig. A) * Outside corner / Room 1 Ceiling Wall Fig. (B) . Position crown molding with its WALL CONTACT EDGE against the guide fence and its CEILING CONTACT EDGE against the crown molding stopper as shown in Fig. (B). Refer to the table (C) for the miter angle.
2. Cutting aluminum extrusion When securing aluminum extrusions, use spacer blocks or pieces of scrap as shown in the figure to prevent deformation of the aluminum. Use a cutting lubricant when cutting the aluminum extrusion to prevent build-up of the aluminum material on the blade. I n - Aluminum extrusion I Spacer block CAUTIO N: Never attempt to cut thick or round aluminum extrusions.
4. Cutting repetitive lengths When cutting several pieces of stock to the same length, ranging from 240 m m (9-29/64") to 400 m m (15-3/4"), use of the set plate (optional accessory) will facilitate more efficient operation. Install the set plate on the holder (optional accessory) as shown in the figure.
MAINTENANCE CAUTION: Always be sure that the tool is switched off and unplugged before attempting to perform inspection or maintenance. WARN I NG: Always be sure that the blade is sharp and clean for the best and safest performance. Alignment for squareness This tool was carefully adjusted and aligned for squareness of cut at the factory, but rough handling may have affected the alignment. If your tool is not aligned properly, perform the following.
Use a screwdriver to remove the brush holder caps. Take out the worn carbon brushes, insert the new ones and secure the brush holder caps. I After use After use, wipe off chips and dust adhering to the tool with a cloth or the like. Keep the safety cover clean according to the direction in the previously covered "Safety cover". Lubricate the sliding portions with machine oil to prevent rust.
ACCESSORIES The accessories listed inthis manual are available an extra-cost from your Makita distributor or Makita factory service center. Service centers are listed on the warranty card packed with your tool. 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. The accessories or attachments should be usded only in the proper and intended manner. .
Holder assembly Vertical vise (with screw) Part No. 122446-1 Part No. 192672-6 n Horizontal vise Part No.
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MAKmA LIMITED ONE YEAR WARRANTY Warranty Policy Every Makita tool is thoroughly inspected and tested before leaving the factory. It is warranted t o be free of defects from workmanship and materials for the period of ONE YEAR from the date of original purchase. Should any trouble develop during this one-year period, return the COMPLETE tool, freight prepaid, t o one of Makita’s Factory or Authorized Service Centers.
