Makita LS0714N Instruction Manual

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12Stopper armFig.11The lower limit position of the blade can be easilyadjusted with the stopper arm. To adjust it, move thestopper arm in the direction of the arrow as shown in thefigure. Adjust the adjusting screw so that the blade stopsat the desired position when lowering the handle fully.Sub-fence (for European countries only)Fig.12This tool is equipped with the sub-fence. Usually positionthe sub-fence inside. However, when performing leftbevel cuts, flip it outward.CAUTION:• When performing left bevel cuts, flip the sub-fenceoutward. Otherwise, it will contact the blade or apart of the tool, causing possible serious injury tothe operator.Adjusting the miter angleFig.13Loosen the grip by turning counterclockwise. Turn theturn base while pressing down the lock lever. When youhave moved the grip to the position where the pointerpoints to the desired angle on the miter scale, securelytighten the grip clockwise.CAUTION:• When turning the turn base, be sure to raise thehandle fully.• After changing the miter angle, always secure theturn base by tightening the grip firmly.Adjusting the bevel angleFig.14Fig.15To adjust the bevel angle, loosen the lever at the rear ofthe tool counterclockwise.Push the handle to the left to tilt the saw blade until thepointer points to the desired angle on the bevel scale.Then tighten the lever clockwise firmly to secure thearm.To tilt the blade to the right, push the release button at therear of the tool while tilting the blade slightly to the leftafter loosening the lever. With the release buttondepressed, tilt the saw blade to the right.CAUTION:• When tilting the saw blade, be sure to raise thehandle fully.• After changing the bevel angle, always secure thearm by tightening the lever clockwise.• When changing bevel angles, be sure to positionthe kerf boards appropriately as explained in the"Positioning kerf boards" section.Adjusting the lever positionFig.16The lever can be repositioned at every angle 30° whenthe lever does not provide full tightening.Loosen and remove the screw that secures the lever atthe rear of the tool. Remove the lever and install it againso that it is slightly above the level. Secure the lever withthe screw firmly.Switch actionCAUTION:• Before plugging in the tool, always check to seethat the switch trigger actuates properly and returnsto the "OFF" position when released.• When not using the tool, remove the lock-off buttonand store it in a secure place. This preventsunauthorized operation.• Do not pull the switch trigger hard without pressingin the lock-off button. This can cause switchbreakage.For European countriesFig.17To prevent the switch trigger from being accidentallypulled, a lock-off button is provided. To start the tool,push the lever to the left, press in the lock-off button andthen pull the switch trigger. Release the switch trigger tostop.For all countries other than European countriesFig.18To prevent the switch trigger from being accidentallypulled, 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.WARNING:• NEVER use tool without a fully operative switchtrigger. Any tool with an inoperative switch isHIGHLY DANGEROUS and must be repairedbefore further usage.• For your safety, this tool is equipped with a lock-offbutton which prevents the tool from unintendedstarting. NEVER use the tool if it runs when yousimply pull the switch trigger without pressing thelock-off button. Return tool to a Makita servicecenter for proper repairs BEFORE further usage.• NEVER tape down or defeat purpose and functionof lock-off button.Lighting up the lampsFor model LS0714F, LS0714FLFig.19CAUTION:• This is not a rainproof light. Do not wash the light inwater or use it in a rain or a wet area. Such aconduct can cause an electric shock and fume.