Makita MLS100 Manuel D'instructions page 11

FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION
CAUTION:
Always be sure that the tool is
switched off and unplugged before adjusting or
checking function on the tool.
Blade guard
► Fig.7: 1. Blade guard
When lowering the handle, the blade guard rises automat-
ically. 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.
In the interest of your personal safety, always maintain
the blade guard in good condition. Any irregular opera-
tion of the blade guard should be corrected immediately.
Check to assure spring loaded return action of guard.
NEVER USE THE TOOL IF THE BLADE GUARD OR
SPRING IS DAMAGED, FAULTY OR REMOVED.
DOING SO IS HIGHLY DANGEROUS AND CAN
CAUSE SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY.
If the see-through blade guard becomes dirty, or sawdust
adheres to it in such a way that the blade and/or work-
piece is no longer easily visible, unplug the saw and clean
the guard carefully with a damp cloth. Do not use solvents
or any petroleum-based cleaners on the plastic guard.
If the blade guard is especially dirty and vision through the
guard is impaired, use the supplied wrench to loosen the hex
bolt holding the center cover. Loosen the hex bolt by turning it
counterclockwise and raise the blade guard and center cover.
With the blade guard so positioned, cleaning can be more com-
pletely and efficiently accomplished. When cleaning is complete,
reverse procedure above and secure bolt. Do not remove spring
holding blade guard. If guard becomes discolored through age
or UV light exposure, contact a Makita service center for a new
guard. DO NOT DEFEAT OR REMOVE GUARD.
► Fig.8: 1. Blade guard
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.
► Fig.9: 1. Kerf board
Maintaining maximum cutting
capacity
This tool is factory adjusted to provide the maximum
cutting capacity for a 255 mm saw blade.
When installing a new blade, always check the lower limit
position of the blade and if necessary, adjust it as follows:
First, unplug the tool. Lower the handle completely. Use
the wrench to turn the adjusting bolt until the periphery
of the blade extends slightly below the top surface of
the turn base at the point where the front face of the
guide fence meets the top surface of the turn base.
► Fig.10: 1. Adjusting bolt
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With the tool unplugged, rotate the blade by hand while
holding the handle all the way down to be sure that
the blade does not contact any part of the lower base.
Re-adjust slightly, if necessary.
► Fig.11: 1. Top surface of turn base 2. Periphery of
blade 3. Guide fence
CAUTION:
After installing a new blade,
always be sure that the blade does not contact
any part of the lower base when the handle is
lowered completely. Always do this with the tool
unplugged.
Adjusting the miter angle
► Fig.12: 1. Lock lever 2. Grip
Loosen the grip by turning counterclockwise. Turn the
turn base while pressing down the lock lever. When you
have moved the grip to the position where the pointer
points to the desired angle on the miter scale, securely
tighten the grip clockwise.
CAUTION:
When turning the turn base, be
sure to raise the handle fully.
CAUTION:
After changing the miter angle,
always secure the turn base by tightening the grip
firmly.
Adjusting the bevel angle
► Fig.13: 1. Knob
To adjust the bevel angle, loosen the knob at the rear of
the tool counterclockwise.
► Fig.14: 1. Pointer
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 knob clockwise firmly to secure the
arm.
CAUTION:
When tilting the saw blade, be sure
to raise the handle fully.
CAUTION:
After changing the bevel angle,
always secure the arm by tightening the knob
clockwise.
Switch action
WARNING:
Before plugging in the tool,
always check to see that the switch trigger actu-
ates properly and returns to the "OFF" position
when released. Operating a tool with a switch that
does not actuate properly can lead to loss of control
and serious personal injury.
WARNING:
NEVER use tool without a fully
operative switch trigger. Any tool with an inoper-
ative switch is HIGHLY DANGEROUS and must be
repaired before further usage or serious personal
injury may occur.
► Fig.15: 1. Switch trigger 2. Lock-off button
To prevent the switch trigger from being accidentally
pulled, a lock-off button is provided. To start the tool,
press in the lock-off button and pull the switch trigger.
Release the switch trigger to stop.
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