Makita LS1017 Manuel D'instructions page 12

Symbols
The following show the symbols used for the equipment.
Be sure that you understand their meaning before use.
............. Read instruction manual.
............. DOUBLE INSULATION
......... To avoid injury from flying debris, keep
holding the saw head down, after making
cuts, until the blade has come to a
complete stop.
When performing slide cut, first pull
carriage fully and press down handle,
then push carriage toward the guide
fence.
............. Do not place hand or fingers close to the
blade.
.......... Adjust sliding fences clear of blade and
blade guard properly.
...... Never look into the laser beam. Direct
laser beam may injure your eyes.
Intended use
The tool is intended for accurate straight and miter cutting
in wood. With appropriate saw blades, aluminum can also
be sawed.
Power supply
The tool should be connected only to a power supply of
the same voltage as indicated on the nameplate, and can
only be operated on single-phase AC supply. They are
double-insulated in accordance with European Standard
and can, therefore, also be used from sockets without
earth wire.
General Power Tool Safety
Warnings
WARNING Read all safety warnings and all
instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and
instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or
serious injury.
Save all warnings and
instructions for future reference.
ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES
FOR TOOL
1. Wear eye protection.
2. Keep hands out of path of saw blade. Avoid
contact with any coasting blade. It can still cause
severe injury.
3. Do not operate saw without guards in place.
Check blade guard for proper closing before each
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4. Do not perform any operation freehand. The
5. Never reach around saw blade.
6. Turn off tool and wait for saw blade to stop before
7. Unplug tool before changing blade or servicing.
8. Always secure all moving portions before carrying
9. Stopper pin which locks the cutter head down is
10. Do not use the tool in the presence of flammable
11. Check the blade carefully for cracks or damage
12. Use only flanges specified for this tool.
13. Be careful not to damage the arbor, flanges
14. Make sure that the turn base is properly secured
15. For your safety, remove the chips, small pieces,
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16. Avoid cutting nails. Inspect for and remove all
17. Make sure the shaft lock is released before the
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18. Be sure that the blade does not contact the turn
19. Hold the handle firmly. Be aware that the saw
20. Make sure the blade is not contacting the
21. Before using the tool on an actual workpiece, let it
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22. Wait until the blade attains full speed before
23. Stop operation immediately if you notice anything
24. Do not attempt to lock the trigger in the on
25. Be alert at all times, especially during repetitive,
ENB034-6 26. Always use accessories recommended in this
27. Do not use the saw to cut other than wood,
28. Connect miter saws to a dust collecting device
use. Do not operate saw if blade guard does not
move freely and close instantly. Never clamp or tie
the blade guard into the open position.
workpiece must be secured firmly against the turn
base and guide fence with the vise during all
operations. Never use your hand to secure the
workpiece.
moving workpiece or changing settings.
the tool.
for carrying and storage purposes only and not for
any cutting operations.
liquids or gases. The electrical operation of the tool
could create an explosion and fire when exposed to
flammable liquids or gases.
before operation.
Replace cracked or damaged blade immediately.
(especially the installing surface) or bolt. Damage
to these parts could result in blade breakage.
so it will not move during operation.
etc. from the table top before operation.
nails from the workpiece before operation.
switch is turned on.
base in the lowest position.
moves up or down slightly during start-up and
stopping.
workpiece before the switch is turned on.
run for a while. Watch for vibration or wobbling
that could indicate poor installation or a poorly
balanced blade.
cutting.
abnormal.
position.
monotonous operations. Do not be lulled into a
false sense of security. Blades are extremely
unforgiving.
manual. Use of improper accessories such as
abrasive wheels may cause an injury.
aluminum or similar materials.
when sawing.