Compound Miter Saw 255 mm (10”) MODEL LS1040 Equipped with Electric Brake INSTRUCTION MANUAL DOUBLE INSULATION
00 450 (left) ~~ 00 45O (left and right) 90.5 m m x 9 5 m m (3-9/16" x 3-3/4") 90.5 m m 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") 6 9 m m x 9 2 mm (2-3/4" x 3-5/8") 48 mm x 95 mm (1-7/8" x 3-3/4") 48 mm x 67 mm (1-7/8" x 2-5/8") 3 5 m m x 1 3 0 mm ( 1-3/8" x 5- 1 /8") 3 5 mm x 9 2 m m (1-3/8" x 3-5/8") ~~ No load speed (RPM) ..................................... ................................. Dimensions (L x Net weight ......................... W x H) ..........
For Your Own Safety Read Instruction Manual Before Operating Compound 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 t o it. 2. KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE and i n working order. 3. REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES. Form habit of checking t o see that keys and adjusting wrenches are removed from tool before turning it on. 4.
16. EXTENSION CORDS. Make sure your extension cord is i n good condition. When using an extension cord, be sure t o use one heavy enough t o carry the current your product will draw. A n undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of power and overheating. Table 1 shows the correct size t o 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. Minimum aaae for cord" I Volts I 50 f t .
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 w i t h voltage greater than that specified for the tool can result in SERIOUS INJURY t o the user - as well as damage t o the tool. If in doubt, DO NOT PLUG IN THE TOOL. Using a power source w i t h 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 in the picture. 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.
Carrying tool 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 grip WARNI NG: Be sure that the tool is unplugged first.
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 baa 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. I \ Dust SDout - I 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.
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 (IO")saw blade.
Positioning for adjusting the bevel angle The saw blade tilts up to 45" to the left. To adjust the bevel angle, loosen the lever at the rear of the tool. Tilt the blade to the left so that the pointer indicates the desired angle on 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.
2. Horizontal vise (optional accessory) The horizontal vise can be installed on either the left or right side of the base. When performing 15" or greater miter cuts, install the horizontal vise on the side opposite the direction in which the turn table is to be turned. By turning the knob on the vise counterclockwise, the screw is released and the vise shaft can be moved rapidly in and out. By turning the knob clockwise, the screw remains secured.
Operation CAUTION: *Before use, be sure to release the handle from the lowered position by pulling the stopper pin. *Make sure the blade is not contacting the workpiece, etc. before the switch is turned on. *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. *Gently press down the handle to perform the cut.
2. Bevel cut *Left 0" - 45' bevel cuts can be performed. *Loosen the lever and tilt the saw blade to set the bevel angle. Switch on the tool and wait until the blade attains full speed. Then gently lower the handle to the fully lowered position while applying pressure in the direction of the arrow (in parallel with the blade). When the cut is completed, switch off the tool and WAIT UNTIL THE BLADE HAS COME TO A COMPLETE STOP before returning the blade to its fully elevated position.
Miter angle Bevel angle 450 I Left and right 0 ' - 45' When performing the compound cutting, refer to "Miter cutting" and "Bevel cut" explanations. 4. Cutting crown and cove moldings *Crown and cove molding can be cut on a compound cut with the moldings laid flat on the turn base. *There are two common types of crown moldings and one type of cove molding; 52/38" wall angle crown molding, 45" wall angle crown molding and 45" wall angle cove molding. See illustrations below.
Bevel angle Position in Fig ( A ) For inside corner 0 - For outside corner 0 @ - Position in Fig ( A ) 52/38" type 45" type Miter angle 52/38' type 45O type Right 3 1 6 O Right 35 3 " Left 33 90 Left 30" Left Molding edge against guide fence e UJ 6 O Right 3 1 6 " Ceiling contact edge should be against guide fence For inside corner 31 Left 35 3O Right 3 5 3O Finished piece Finished piece will be on the Left side of blade Wall contact edge should be against guide fence I For outside
5. 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 nW p F Guide fence Spacer block Aluminum extrusion Spacer block CAUTION: Never attempt to cut thick or round aluminum extrusions.
7. Cutting repetitive lengths When cutting several pieces of stock to the same length, ranging from 240 mm (9-29/64") to 400 mm (15-3/4"), use of the set plate (optional accessory) will facilitate more efficient operation.lnstal1 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 ING: 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.
Lower the handle fully and square the side of the blade with the top surface of the turn base using the triangular rule, try-square, etc. by turning the hex bolt (A) counterclockwise. Then tighten the hex nut to secure the hex bolt (A). Triangular rule base / Make sure that the pointer on the arm indicates 0" on the bevel scale on the arm holder. If the pointer does not indicate 0", loosen the screw securing the pointer and adjust the pointer. .
Replacing carbon brushes Remove and check the carbon brushes regularly. Replace when they wear down to the limit mark. Keep the carbon brushes clean and free to slip in the holders. Both carbon brushes should be replaced a t the same time. Use only identical carbon brushes. Limit mark Use a screwdriver to remove the brush holder caps. Take out the worn carbon brushes, insert the new ones and secure the brmh holder caps.
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES The accessories listed in this manual are available at 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.
Auxiliary plate Vertical vise (with screw) Part No. 122531-0 Part No. 1921 17-4 Holder assembly Horizontal vise Part No. 122446-1 Part No.
June-05-'96 255 mm (IO") COMPOUND MITER SAW Model LS1040 24 US
Note: The switch and other part configurations may differ from country t o country.
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MAKIIA LIMED ONE YEAR WARRANTY Warranty Policy Every Makita tool is thoroughly inspected and tested before leaving the factory. It is warranted to 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, to one of Makita’s Factory or Authorized Service Centers.
