Makita Saw LS1212 User Manual

Slide Compound Saw  
Equipped with Electric Blade Brake  
305 mm (12”)  
MODEL LS1212  
DOUBLE  
INSULATION  
I N S T R U C T I O N M A N U A L  
WARNING:  
For your personal safety, READ and UNDERSTAND before using.  
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.  
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Before Operating Tool  
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GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS  
USA007-1  
(For All Tools)  
1. KNOW YOUR POWER TOOL. Read the  
owner’s manual carefully. Learn the tool’s  
applications and limitations, as well as the  
specific potential hazards peculiar to it.  
bracelets, or other jewelry which may get  
caught in moving parts. Nonslip footwear  
is recommended. Wear protective hair  
covering to contain long hair.  
2. KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE and in working  
order.  
11. ALWAYS USE SAFETY GLASSES. Also  
use face or dust mask if cutting operation  
is dusty. Everyday eyeglasses only have  
impact resistant lenses, they are NOT  
safety glasses.  
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.  
12. SECURE WORK. Use clamps or a vise to  
hold work when practical. It’s safer than  
using your hand and it frees both hands to  
operate tool.  
4. KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered  
areas and benches invite accidents.  
5. DON’T USE IN DANGEROUS ENVIRON-  
MENT. Don’t use power tools in damp or  
wet locations, or expose them to rain.  
Keep work area well lighted. Don’t use  
tool in presence of flammable liquids or  
gases.  
13. DON’T OVERREACH. Keep proper footing  
and balance at all times.  
14. MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep tools  
sharp and clean for best and safest perfor-  
mance. Follow instructions for lubricating  
and changing accessories.  
6. KEEP CHILDREN AWAY. All visitors  
should be kept safe distance from work  
area.  
15. DISCONNECT TOOLS before servicing;  
when changing accessories such as  
blades, bits, cutters, and the like.  
7. MAKE WORKSHOP KID PROOF with pad-  
locks, master switches, or by removing  
starter keys.  
16. REDUCE THE RISK OF UNINTENTIONAL  
STARTING. Make sure switch is in off  
position before plugging in.  
8. DON’T FORCE TOOL. It will do the job bet-  
ter and safer at the rate for which it was  
designed.  
17. USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES.  
Consult the owner’s manual for recom-  
mended accessories. The use of improper  
accessories may cause risk of injury to  
persons.  
9. USE RIGHT TOOL. Don’t force tool or  
attachment to do a job for which it was not  
designed.  
18. NEVER STAND ON TOOL. Serious injury  
could occur if the tool is tipped or if the  
cutting tool is unintentionally contacted.  
10. WEAR PROPER APPAREL. Do not wear  
loose clothing, gloves, neckties, rings,  
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19. CHECK DAMAGED PARTS. Before further  
use of the tool, a guard or other part that  
is damaged should be carefully checked  
to determine that it will operate properly  
and perform its intended function - check  
for alignment of moving parts, binding of  
moving parts, breakage of parts, mount-  
ing, and any other conditions that may  
affect its operation. A guard or other part  
that is damaged should be properly  
repaired or replaced.  
21. NEVER LEAVE TOOL RUNNING UNAT-  
TENDED. TURN POWER OFF. Don’t leave  
tool until it comes to a complete stop.  
22. REPLACEMENT PARTS. When servicing  
use only identical replacement parts.  
23. POLARIZED PLUGS. To reduce the risk of  
electric shock, this equipment has  
a
polarized plug (one blade is wider than  
the other). This plug will fit in a polarized  
outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit  
fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it  
still does not fit, contact a qualified elec-  
trician to install the proper outlet. Do not  
change the plug in any way.  
20. DIRECTION OF FEED. Feed work into a  
blade or cutter against the direction of  
rotation of the blade or cutter only.  
VOLTAGE WARNING: Before connecting the tool to 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 to 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 to the  
motor.  
USE PROPER EXTENSION CORD. Make sure your extension cord is in good condition.  
When using an extension cord, be sure to use one heavy enough to 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 num-  
ber, the heavier the cord.  
Table 1: Minimum gage for cord  
Volts  
120 V  
Total length of cord in feet  
Ampere Rating  
25 ft.  
50 ft.  
100 ft.  
150 ft.  
More Than  
Not More Than  
AWG  
0
6
10  
12  
6
18  
18  
16  
14  
16  
16  
16  
12  
16  
14  
14  
14  
12  
12  
10  
12  
16  
Not Recommended  
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ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES  
USB036-2  
DO NOT let comfort or familiarity with product (gained from  
repeated use) replace strict adherence to slide compound saw  
safety rules. If you use this tool unsafely or incorrectly, you can  
suffer serious personal injury.  
1. Wear eye protection.  
12. Check the blade carefully for cracks or  
damage before operation. Replace  
2. Keep hands out of path of saw blade.  
Avoid contact with any coasting blade. It  
can still cause severe injury.  
cracked or damaged blade immediately.  
Gum and wood pitch hardened on blades  
slows saw and increases potential for  
kickback. Keep blade clean by first remov-  
ing it from tool, then cleaning it with gum  
and pitch remover, hot water or kerosene.  
Never use gasoline to clean blade.  
3. Do not operate saw without guards in  
place. Check blade guard for proper clos-  
ing before each 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.  
13. While making a slide cut, KICKBACK can  
occur. KICKBACK occurs when the blade  
binds in the workpiece during a cutting  
operation and the saw blade is driven  
back rapidly towards the operator. Loss of  
control and serious personal injury can  
result. If blade begins to bind during a cut-  
ting operation, do not continue to cut and  
release switch immediately.  
4. Do not perform any operation freehand.  
The workpiece must be secured firmly  
against the turn base and guide fence with  
a vise during all operations. Never use  
your hand to secure the workpiece.  
5. Never reach around saw blade.  
6. Turn off tool and wait for saw blade to  
stop before moving workpiece or chang-  
ing settings.  
14. Use only flanges specified for this tool.  
15. Be careful not to damage the arbor,  
flanges (especially the installing surface)  
or bolt. Damage to these parts could  
result in blade breakage.  
7. Unplug tool before changing blade or ser-  
vicing.  
8. To reduce the risk of injury, return car-  
riage to the full rear position after each  
crosscut operation.  
16. Make sure that the turn base is properly  
secured so it will not move during opera-  
tion. Use the holes in the base to fasten  
the saw to a stable work platform or  
bench. NEVER use tool where operator  
positioning would be awkward.  
9. Always secure all moving portions before  
carrying the tool.  
10. Stopper pin which locks the cutter head  
down is for carrying and storage pur-  
poses only and not for any cutting opera-  
tions.  
17. For your safety, remove the chips, small  
pieces, etc. from the table top before oper-  
ation.  
11. Do not use the tool in the presence of  
flammable liquids or gases.  
18. Avoid cutting nails. Inspect for and  
remove all nails from the workpiece before  
operation.  
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19. Make sure the shaft lock is released  
before the switch is turned on.  
such as abrasive wheels may cause an  
injury.  
20. Be sure that the blade does not contact  
the turn base in the lowest position.  
29. NEVER hold workpiece on right side of  
blade with left hand or vice versa. This is  
called cross-armed cutting and exposes  
user to risk of SERIOUS PERSONAL  
INJURY as shown in the figure. ALWAYS  
use vise to secure workpiece.  
21. Hold the handle firmly. Be aware that the  
saw moves up or down slightly during  
start-up and stopping.  
22. Make sure the blade is not contacting the  
workpiece before the switch is turned on.  
23. Before using the tool on an actual work-  
piece, let it run for a while. Watch for  
vibration or wobbling that could indicate  
poor installation or a poorly balanced  
blade.  
24. Wait until the blade attains full speed  
before cutting.  
30. Do not abuse cord. Never yank cord to  
disconnect it from the receptacle. Keep  
cord away from heat, oil, water and sharp  
objects.  
25. Stop operation immediately if you notice  
anything abnormal.  
26. Do not attempt to lock the trigger in the on  
position.  
31. NEVER stack workpieces on the table top  
to speed cutting operations. Cut only one  
piece at a time.  
27. Be alert at all times, especially during  
repetitive, monotonous operations. Do  
not be lulled into a false sense of security.  
Blades are extremely unforgiving.  
32. Some material contains chemicals which  
may be toxic. Take caution to prevent dust  
inhalation and skin contact. Follow mate-  
rial supplier safety data.  
28. Always use accessories recommended in  
this manual. Use of improper accessories  
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS  
WARNING:  
MISUSE or failure to follow the safety rules stated in this  
instruction manual may cause serious personal injury.  
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INSTALLATION  
001564  
Bench mounting  
When the tool is shipped, the handle is locked in the lowered  
position by the stopper pin. Release the stopper pin by lower-  
ing the handle slightly and pulling the stopper pin.  
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1. Stopper pin  
002224  
This tool should be bolted with four bolts to a level and stable  
surface using the bolt holes provided in the tool’s base. This  
will help prevent tipping and possible injury.  
1
1. Bolt  
FUNCTIONAL  
DESCRIPTION  
CAUTION:  
Always be sure that the tool is switched off and  
unplugged before adjusting or checking function on the  
tool.  
001535  
Blade guard  
When lowering the handle, the blade guard rises automati-  
cally. 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.  
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In the interest of your personal safety, always maintain the  
blade guard in good condition. Any irregular operation 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 ARE DAM-  
AGED, FAULTY OR REMOVED. DOING SO IS HIGHLY  
DANGEROUS AND CAN CAUSE SERIOUS PERSONAL  
INJURY.  
1. Blade guard  
If the see-through blade guard becomes dirty, or sawdust  
adheres to it in such a way that the blade 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.  
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001782  
If the blade guard is especially dirty and vision through the  
guard is impaired, use the supplied socket 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 completely 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, con-  
tact a Makita service center for a new guard. DO NOT  
DEFEAT OR REMOVE GUARD.  
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1. Blade guard  
002225  
Positioning kerf board  
This tool is provided with the kerf boards in the turn base to  
minimize tearing on the exit side of a cut. The kerf boards are  
factory adjusted so that the saw blade does not contact the  
kerf boards. Before use, adjust the kerf boards as follows:  
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First, unplug the tool. Loosen all the screws (2 each on left  
and right) securing the kerf boards. Re-tighten them only to  
the extent that the kerf boards can still be easily moved by  
hand. Lower the handle fully and push in the stopper pin to  
lock the handle in the lowered position. Loosen the knob  
which secures the slide poles. Pull the carriage toward you  
fully. Adjust the kerf boards so that the kerf boards just con-  
tact the sides of the blade teeth. Tighten the front screws (do  
not tighten firmly). Push the carriage toward the guide fence  
fully and adjust the kerf boards so that the kerf boards just  
contact the sides of blade teeth. Tighten the rear screws (do  
not tighten firmly).  
1
1. Kerf board  
2. Knob  
001538  
1
3
2
4
5
After adjusting the kerf boards, release the stopper pin and  
raise the handle. Then tighten all the screws securely.  
CAUTION:  
Before and after changing the bevel angle, always adjust  
the kerf boards as described above.  
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1. Saw blade  
2. Blade teeth  
3. Kerf board  
4. Left bevel cut  
5. Straight cut  
6. Right bevel cut  
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002226  
Maintaining maximum cutting capacity  
This tool is factory adjusted to provide the maximum cutting  
capacity for a 305 mm (12) saw blade.  
1
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. Push the carriage toward the guide  
fence fully and lower the handle completely. Use the socket  
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.  
2
1. Adjusting bolt  
2. Turn Base  
001540  
2
1
With the tool unplugged, rotate the blade by hand while hold-  
ing 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.  
3
CAUTION:  
1. Top surface ot turn base  
2. Periphery of blade  
3. Guide fence  
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.  
001562  
Stopper arm  
1
The lower limit position of the blade can be easily adjusted  
with the stopper arm. To adjust it, move the stopper arm in  
the direction of the arrow as shown in the figure. Adjust the  
adjusting screw so that the blade stops at the desired posi-  
tion when lowering the handle fully.  
2
1. Adjusting screw  
2. Stopper arm  
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002227  
Adjusting the miter angle  
5
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.  
1
2
4
3
CAUTION:  
1. Miter scale  
2. Pointer  
When turning the turn base, be sure to raise the handle  
fully.  
3. Lock lever  
4. Grip  
After changing the miter angle, always secure the turn  
base by tightening the grip firmly.  
5. Turn base  
001542  
Adjusting the bevel angle  
To adjust the bevel angle, loosen the lever at the rear of the  
tool counterclockwise. Unlock the arm by pushing the handle  
somewhat strongly in the direction that you intend to tilt the  
saw blade.  
Tilt the saw blade until the pointer points to the desired angle  
on the bevel scale. Then tighten the lever clockwise firmly to  
secure the arm.  
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1. Lever  
001543  
CAUTION:  
When tilting the saw blade, be sure to raise the handle  
fully.  
1
After changing the bevel angle, always secure the arm  
by tightening the lever clockwise.  
2
When changing bevel angles, be sure to position the kerf  
boards appropriately as explained in the Positioning kerf  
boardssection.  
3
4
1. Arm  
2. Lever  
3. Pointer  
4. Bevel scale  
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001551  
Switch action  
CAUTION:  
1
2
3
Before plugging in the tool, always check to see that the  
switch trigger actuates properly and returns to the OFF”  
position when released.  
When not using the tool, remove the lock-off button and  
store it in a secure place. This prevents unauthorized  
operation.  
1. Lock-off button  
2. Handle  
3. Switch trigger  
Do not pull the switch trigger hard without pressing in the  
lock-off button. This can cause switch breakage.  
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 trig-  
ger to stop.  
WARNING:  
NEVER use tool without a fully operative switch trigger.  
Any tool with an inoperative switch is HIGHLY  
DANGEROUS and must be repaired before further  
usage.  
For your safety, this tool is equipped with a lock-off  
button which prevents the tool from unintended starting.  
NEVER use the tool if it runs when you simply pull the  
switch trigger without pressing the lock-off button.  
Return tool to a Makita service center for proper repairs  
BEFORE further usage.  
NEVER tape down or defeat purpose and function of  
lock-off button.  
Electric brake  
This tool is equipped with an electric blade brake. If the tool  
consistently fails to quickly stop blade after switch trigger  
release, have tool serviced at a Makita service center.  
The blade brake system is not a substitute for blade guard.  
NEVER USE TOOL WITHOUT A FUNCTIONING BLADE  
GUARD. SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY CAN RESULT.  
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ASSEMBLY  
CAUTION:  
Always be sure that the tool is switched off and  
unplugged before carrying out any work on the tool.  
002228  
Socket wrench storage  
The socket wrench is stored as shown in the figure. When  
using the socket wrench, pull it out of the wrench holder.  
After using the socket wrench, return it to the wrench holder.  
1
2
1. Wrench holder  
2. Socket wrench  
Installing or removing saw blade  
CAUTION:  
Always be sure that the tool is switched off and  
unplugged before installing or removing the blade.  
Use only the Makita socket wrench provided to install or  
remove the blade. Failure to do so may result in  
overtightening or insufficient tightening of the hex bolt.  
This could cause an injury.  
001564  
Lock the handle in the raised position by pushing in the stop-  
per pin.  
1
1. Stopper pin  
001532  
To remove the blade, use the socket wrench to loosen the  
hex bolt holding the center cover by turning it counterclock-  
wise. Raise the blade guard and center cover.  
1
2
4
3
1. Center cover  
2. Hex bolt  
3. Socket wrench  
4. Blade guard  
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001533  
Press the shaft lock to lock the spindle and use the socket  
wrench to loosen the hex bolt clockwise. Then remove the  
hex bolt, outer flange and blade.  
1
2
5
3
4
1. Blade case  
2. Arrow  
3. Shaft lock  
4. Hex bolt  
5. Socket wrench  
001791  
To install the blade, mount it carefully onto the spindle, mak-  
ing 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 (left-handed) securely counter-  
clockwise while pressing the shaft lock.  
1
2
4
5
6
Return the blade guard and center cover to its original posi-  
tion. Then tighten the hex bolt clockwise to secure the center  
cover. Release the handle from the raised position by pulling  
the stopper pin. Lower the handle to make sure that the  
blade guard moves properly. Make sure shaft lock has  
released spindle before making cut.  
3
1. Hex bolt  
2. Outer flange  
3. Saw blade  
4. Ring  
5. Inner flange  
6. Spindle  
001534  
2
1
4
3
1. Blade case  
2. Arrow  
3. Saw blade  
4. Arrow  
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001536  
Dust bag  
1
2
The use of the dust bag makes cutting operations clean and  
dust collection easy. To attach the dust bag, fit it onto the  
dust nozzle.  
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 adher-  
ing to the insides which might hamper further collection.  
3
1. Dust nozzle  
2. Dust bag  
3. Fastener  
NOTE:  
If you connect a Makita vacuum cleaner to your saw, more  
efficient and cleaner operations can be performed.  
Securing workpiece  
WARNING:  
It is extremely important to always secure the workpiece  
properly and tightly with the vise. Failure to do so can  
cause the tool to be damaged and/or the workpiece to  
be destroyed. PERSONAL INJURY MAY ALSO RESULT.  
Also, after a cutting operation, DO NOT raise the blade  
until the blade has come to a complete stop.  
CAUTION:  
001549  
When cutting long workpieces, use supports that are as  
high as the top surface level of the turn base. Do not rely  
solely on the vertical vise and/or horizontal vise to  
secure the workpiece.  
1
2
Thin material tends to sag. Support workpiece over its  
entire length to avoid blade pinch and possible  
KICKBACK.  
1. Support  
2. Turn base  
002260  
Sub-fence  
This tool is equipped with the sub-fence. It should be posi-  
tioned as shown in the figure.  
1
1. Sub-fence  
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CAUTION:  
002261  
When performing left bevel cuts, flip the fence over to the  
left position as shown in the figure. Otherwise, it will  
contact the blade or a part of the tool, causing possible  
serious injury to the operator.  
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1. Sub-fence  
002229  
Sub-fence R (optional accessory)  
The sub-fence R can be installed on the right side of the  
guide fence. Insert the rods of the sub-fence R into the holes  
in the guide fence. Tighten the screws which come with the  
sub-fence R to secure the sub-fence R.  
1
CAUTION:  
2
When performing right bevel cuts, never use the sub-  
fence R. It will contact the blade or a part of the tool,  
causing possible serious injury to the operator.  
1. Sub-fence R  
2. Screws  
001796  
Vertical vise  
6
7
1
2
3
The vertical vise can be installed in two positions on either  
the left or right side of the guide fence or the holder assembly  
(optional accessory). Insert the vise rod into the hole in the  
guide fence or the holder assembly and tighten the screw to  
secure the vise rod.  
4
5
Position the vise arm according to the thickness and shape  
of the workpiece and secure the vise arm by tightening the  
screw. If the screw to secure the vise arm contacts the guide  
fence, install the screw on the opposite side of vise arm.  
Make sure that no part of the tool contacts the vise when  
lowering the handle fully and pulling or pushing the carriage  
all the way. If some part contacts the vise, re-position the  
vise.  
1. Vise arm  
2. Vise rod  
3. Guide fence  
4. Holder  
5. Holder assembly  
6. Vise knob  
7. Screw  
Press the workpiece flat against the guide fence and the turn  
base. Position the workpiece at the desired cutting position  
and secure it firmly by tightening the vise knob.  
CAUTION:  
The workpiece must be secured firmly against the turn  
base and guide fence with the vise during all operations.  
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002230  
Horizontal vise (optional accessory)  
The horizontal vise can be installed in two positions 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 base is to be turned.  
By flipping the vise nut to the left, the vise is released, and  
rapidly moves in and out. To grip the workpiece, push the  
vise knob forward until the vise plate contacts the workpiece  
and flip the vise nut to the right. Then turn the vise knob  
clockwise to secure the workpiece.  
1
4
2
3
1. Vise plate  
2. Base  
3. Vise nut  
4. Vise knob  
The maximum width of workpiece which can be secured by  
the horizontal vise is 200 mm (7 - 7/8).  
When installing the horizontal vise on the right side of the  
base, also use the sub-fence R to secure the workpiece  
more firmly. Refer to the Sub-fence Rsection described on  
previously for installing the sub-fence R.  
CAUTION:  
Always rotate the vise nut to the right fully when securing  
the workpiece. Failure to do so may result in insufficient  
securing of the workpiece. This could cause the  
workpiece to be thrown, cause damage to the blade or  
cause the loss of control, which can result in  
PERSONAL INJURY.  
002247  
Holders and holder assembly  
(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.  
1
2
1. Holder  
2. Holder assembly  
002246  
When cutting long workpieces, use the holder-rod assembly  
(optional accessory). It consists of two holder assemblies  
and two rods 12.  
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CAUTION:  
Always support long workpieces level with the top  
surface of the turn base for accurate cuts and to prevent  
dangerous loss of control of the tool.  
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1. Holder assembly  
2. Rod 12  
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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. Push down  
handle with only as much force as is necessary for  
smooth cutting and without significant decrease in blade  
speed.  
Gently press down the handle to perform the cut. If the  
handle is pressed down with force or if lateral force is  
applied, the blade will vibrate and leave a mark (saw  
mark) in the workpiece and the precision of the cut will  
be impaired.  
During a slide cut, gently push the carriage toward the  
guide fence without stopping. If the carriage movement  
is stopped during the cut, a mark will be left in the  
workpiece and the precision of the cut will be impaired.  
002231  
1. Press cutting (cutting small workpieces)  
Workpieces up to 98 mm (3 - 7/8) high and 134 mm  
(5 - 1/4) wide or 107 mm (4 - 1/4) high and 122 mm  
(4 - 13/16) wide can be cut in the following way.  
Push the carriage toward the guide fence fully and  
tighten the knob clockwise to secure the carriage.  
Secure the workpiece with the vise. Switch on the tool  
without the blade making any contact and wait until the  
blade attains full speed before lowering. Then gently  
lower the handle to the fully lowered position to cut the  
workpiece. When the cut is completed, switch off the tool  
and WAIT UNTIL THE BLADE HAS COME TO A COM-  
PLETE STOP before returning the blade to its fully ele-  
vated position.  
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1. Knob  
CAUTION:  
Firmly tighten the knob clockwise so that the carriage  
will not move during operation. Insufficient tightening  
may cause unexpected kickback of the blade. Possible  
serious PERSONAL INJURY may result.  
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002232  
2. Slide (push) cutting (cutting wide workpieces)  
Loosen the knob counterclockwise so that the carriage  
can slide freely. Secure the workpiece with the vise. Pull  
the carriage toward you fully. Switch on the tool without  
the blade making any contact and wait until the blade  
attains full speed. Press down the handle and PUSH  
THE CARRIAGE TOWARD THE GUIDE FENCE AND  
THROUGH THE WORKPIECE. When the cut is com-  
pleted, switch off the tool and WAIT UNTIL THE BLADE  
HAS COME TO A COMPLETE STOP before returning  
the blade to its fully elevated position.  
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1. Knob  
CAUTION:  
Whenever performing the slide cut, FIRST PULL THE  
CARRIAGE TOWARD YOU FULLY and press down the  
handle to the fully lowered position, then PUSH THE  
CARRIAGE TOWARD THE GUIDE FENCE. NEVER  
START THE CUT WITH THE CARRIAGE NOT FULLY  
PULLED TOWARD YOU. If you perform the slide cut  
without pulling the carriage fully or if you perform the  
slide cut toward your direction, the blade may kickback  
unexpectedly with the potential to cause serious  
PERSONAL INJURY.  
Never perform the slide cut with the handle locked in the  
lowered position by pressing the stopper pin.  
Never loosen the knob which secures the carriage while  
the blade is rotating. This may cause serious injury.  
3. Miter cutting  
Refer to the previously covered Adjusting the miter  
angle.  
002233  
4. Bevel cut  
Loosen the lever and tilt the saw blade to set the bevel  
angle (Refer to the previously covered Adjusting the  
bevel angle). Be sure to retighten the lever firmly to  
secure the selected bevel angle safely. Secure the work-  
piece with a vise. Make sure the carriage is pulled all the  
way back toward the operator. Switch on the tool without  
the blade making any contact and wait until the blade  
attains full speed. Then gently lower the handle to the  
fully lowered position while applying pressure in parallel  
with the blade and PUSH THE CARRIAGE TOWARD  
THE GUIDE FENCE TO CUT THE WORKPIECE. 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.  
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CAUTION:  
Always be sure that the blade will move down to bevel  
direction during a bevel cut. Keep hands out of path of  
saw blade.  
During a bevel cut, it may create a condition whereby the  
piece cut off will come to rest against the side of the  
blade. If the blade is raised while the blade is still  
rotating, this piece may be caught by the blade, causing  
fragments to be scattered which is dangerous. The blade  
should be raised ONLY after the blade has come to a  
complete stop.  
When pressing the handle down, apply pressure parallel  
to the blade. If the pressure is not parallel to the blade  
during a cut, the angle of the blade might be shifted and  
the precision of the cut will be impaired.  
Always set the sub-fence to the left position when  
performing left bevel cuts.  
5. Compound cutting  
Compound cutting is the process in which a bevel angle  
is made at the same time in which a miter angle is being  
cut on a workpiece. Compound cutting can be performed  
at angle shown in the table.  
Miter angle  
Left and Right 45˚  
Right 50˚  
Bevel angle  
Left and Right 0˚ - 45˚  
Left 0˚ - 40˚ and Right 0˚ - 45˚  
Left 0˚ - 35˚ and Right 0˚ - 45˚  
Left 0˚ - 35˚ and Right 0˚ - 45˚  
Right 55˚  
Right 60˚  
When performing compound cutting, refer to Press cut-  
ting, Slide cutting, Miter cuttingand Bevel cut”  
explanations.  
6. Cutting crown and cove moldings  
Crown and cove moldings can be cut on a compound  
miter saw with the moldings laid flat on the turn base.  
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001555  
There are two common types of crown moldings and one  
type of cove moldings; 52/38° wall angle crown molding,  
45° wall angle crown molding and 45° wall angle cove  
molding. See illustrations.  
52  
38∞  
45∞  
45∞  
45∞  
45∞  
1
2
3
1. 52/38° type crown molding  
2. 45° type crown molding  
3. 45° type cove molding  
001556  
There are crown and cove molding joints which are  
made to fit “Inside” 90° corners ((1) and (2) in Fig. A) and  
“Outside” 90° corners ((3) and (4) in Fig. A).  
Measuring  
Measure the wall length and adjust workpiece on table to  
cut wall contact edge to desired length. Always make  
sure that cut workpiece length at the back of the work-  
piece is the same as wall length. Adjust cut length for  
angle of cut. Always use several pieces for test cuts to  
check the saw angles.  
(1) (2) (3)(4)  
1
2
Fig.A  
1. Inside corner  
2. Outside corner  
001557  
When cutting crown and cove moldings, set the bevel  
angle and miter angle as indicated in the table (A) and  
position the moldings on the top surface of the saw base  
as indicated in the table (B).  
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(1)  
(2)  
(2)  
(1)  
(4)  
(2)  
(1)  
(3)  
2
(2)  
(1)  
(1)  
(2)  
In the case of left bevel cut  
Table (A)  
1. Inside corner  
Molding  
Bevel angle  
Miter angle  
2. Outside corner  
position in Fig. A 52/38˚ type 45˚ type 52/38˚ type 45˚ type  
For inside  
corner  
For outside  
corner  
(1)  
(2)  
(3)  
(4)  
Right 31.6˚ Right 35.3˚  
Left 31.6˚ Left 35.3˚  
Right 31.6˚ Right 35.3˚  
Left 33.9˚  
Left 30˚  
Table (B)  
Molding  
Molding edge against  
Finished piece  
position in Fig. A guide fence  
Ceiling contact edge should  
be against guide fence.  
Wall contact edge should be  
against guide fence.  
Ceiling contact edge should be be on the Right side  
against guide fence. of blade.  
Finished piece will  
be on the Left side  
of blade.  
For inside  
corner  
(1)  
(2)  
(3)  
Finished piece will  
For outside  
corner  
(4)  
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Example:  
In the case of cutting 52/38° type crown molding for  
position (1) in Fig. A:  
Tilt and secure bevel angle setting to 33.9°  
LEFT.  
Adjust and secure miter angle setting to 31.6°  
RIGHT.  
Lay crown molding with its broad back (hidden)  
surface down on the turn base with its CEILING  
CONTACT EDGE against the guide fence on  
the saw.  
The finished piece to be used will always be on  
the LEFT side of the blade after the cut has  
been made.  
In the case of right bevel cut  
Table (A)  
Molding  
Bevel angle  
Miter angle  
position in Fig. A 52/38˚ type 45˚ type 52/38˚ type 45˚ type  
For inside  
corner  
For outside  
corner  
(1)  
(2)  
(3)  
(4)  
Right 31.6˚ Right 35.3˚  
Left 31.6˚ Left 35.3˚  
Right 31.6˚ Right 35.3˚  
Right 33.9˚ Right 30˚  
Table (B)  
Molding  
Molding edge against  
Finished piece  
position in Fig A guide fence  
Wall contact edge should be  
against guide fence.  
Ceiling contact edge should be side of blade.  
against guide fence.  
Wall contact edge should be  
against guide fence.  
Finished piece will  
be on the Right  
For inside  
corner  
(1)  
(2)  
(3)  
Finished piece will  
be on the Left side  
of blade.  
For outside  
corner  
(4)  
Example:  
In the case of cutting 52/38° type crown molding for  
position (1) in Fig. A:  
Tilt and secure bevel angle setting to 33.9°  
RIGHT.  
Adjust and secure miter angle setting to 31.6°  
RIGHT.  
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Lay crown molding with its broad back (hidden)  
surface down on the turn base with its WALL  
CONTACT EDGE against the guide fence on  
the saw.  
The finished piece to be used will always be on  
the RIGHT side of the blade after the cut has  
been made.  
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EN0002-1  
000031  
Compound Miter Saw  
Miter and Bevel Angle Settings  
Ceiling  
52˚  
38˚  
Wall to Crown Molding Angle: 52/38 degrees  
Wall Angle Bevel Angle Miter Angle  
Wall Angle Bevel Angle Miter Angle  
Wall Angle Bevel Angle Miter Angle  
(deg.)  
(deg.)  
43.0  
42.8  
42.5  
42.2  
41.9  
41.7  
41.4  
41.1  
40.8  
40.5  
40.2  
39.9  
39.6  
39.3  
39.0  
38.7  
38.4  
38.1  
37.8  
(deg.)  
46.8  
46.3  
45.7  
45.1  
44.6  
44.0  
43.5  
42.9  
42.4  
41.9  
41.3  
40.8  
40.3  
39.8  
39.2  
38.7  
38.2  
37.7  
37.2  
(deg.)  
(deg.)  
30.1  
29.7  
29.4  
29.0  
28.7  
28.3  
28.0  
27.6  
27.2  
26.9  
26.5  
26.1  
25.8  
25.4  
25.0  
24.7  
24.3  
23.9  
23.6  
(deg.)  
26.9  
26.5  
26.1  
25.7  
25.3  
24.9  
24.5  
24.1  
23.7  
23.3  
22.9  
22.6  
22.2  
21.8  
21.4  
21.0  
20.7  
20.3  
19.9  
(deg.)  
(deg.)  
15.3  
14.9  
14.5  
14.1  
13.7  
13.3  
12.9  
12.5  
12.2  
11.8  
11.4  
11.0  
10.8  
10.2  
9.8  
(deg.)  
101  
141  
12.3  
12.0  
11.6  
11.3  
11.0  
10.7  
10.3  
10.0  
9.7  
60  
61  
62  
63  
64  
65  
66  
67  
68  
69  
70  
71  
72  
73  
74  
75  
76  
77  
78  
102  
103  
104  
105  
106  
107  
108  
109  
110  
111  
112  
113  
114  
115  
116  
117  
118  
119  
142  
143  
144  
145  
146  
147  
148  
149  
150  
151  
152  
153  
154  
155  
156  
157  
158  
159  
9.4  
9.0  
8.7  
8.4  
8.1  
7.8  
9.4  
7.5  
9.0  
7.1  
8.6  
6.8  
8.3  
6.5  
79  
37.4  
36.8  
23.2  
19.6  
160  
7.9  
6.2  
120  
121  
122  
123  
124  
125  
126  
127  
128  
129  
130  
80  
81  
82  
83  
84  
85  
86  
87  
88  
89  
37.1  
36.8  
36.5  
36.2  
35.8  
35.5  
35.2  
34.9  
34.5  
34.2  
36.3  
35.8  
35.3  
34.8  
34.4  
33.9  
33.4  
33.0  
32.5  
32.1  
22.8  
22.5  
22.1  
21.7  
21.3  
21.0  
20.6  
20.2  
19.8  
19.5  
19.2  
18.8  
18.5  
18.1  
17.8  
17.4  
17.1  
16.7  
16.4  
16.0  
161  
162  
163  
164  
165  
166  
167  
168  
169  
170  
7.5  
7.1  
6.7  
6.3  
5.9  
5.5  
5.1  
4.7  
4.3  
3.9  
5.9  
5.6  
5.3  
4.9  
4.6  
4.3  
4.0  
3.7  
3.4  
3.1  
33.9  
31.6  
131  
19.1  
15.7  
171  
3.5  
2.8  
90  
91  
92  
93  
94  
95  
96  
97  
98  
99  
33.5  
33.2  
32.8  
32.5  
32.2  
31.8  
31.5  
31.1  
30.8  
30.4  
31.2  
30.7  
30.3  
29.9  
29.4  
29.0  
28.6  
28.2  
27.7  
27.3  
132  
133  
134  
135  
136  
137  
138  
139  
140  
18.7  
18.3  
17.9  
17.6  
17.2  
16.8  
16.4  
16.0  
15.8  
15.3  
15.0  
14.6  
14.3  
14.0  
13.6  
13.3  
13.0  
12.8  
172  
173  
174  
175  
176  
177  
178  
179  
180  
3.2  
2.8  
2.4  
2.0  
1.6  
1.2  
0.8  
0.4  
0.0  
2.5  
2.2  
1.8  
1.5  
1.2  
0.9  
0.6  
0.3  
0.0  
100  
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EN0003-1  
000032  
Compound Miter Saw  
Miter and Bevel Angle Settings  
Ceiling  
45˚  
45˚  
Wall to Crown Molding Angle: 45 degrees  
Wall Angle Bevel Angle Miter Angle  
Wall Angle Bevel Angle Miter Angle  
Wall Angle Bevel Angle Miter Angle  
(deg.)  
(deg.)  
37.8  
37.5  
37.3  
37.1  
36.8  
36.6  
36.4  
36.1  
35.9  
35.6  
35.4  
35.1  
34.9  
34.6  
34.4  
34.1  
33.9  
33.6  
33.3  
(deg.)  
50.8  
50.2  
49.6  
49.1  
48.5  
48.0  
47.4  
46.9  
46.4  
45.8  
45.3  
44.8  
44.2  
43.7  
43.2  
42.7  
42.1  
41.6  
41.1  
(deg.)  
(deg.)  
26.7  
26.4  
26.1  
25.8  
25.5  
25.2  
24.9  
24.6  
24.2  
23.9  
23.6  
23.3  
23.0  
22.7  
22.3  
22.0  
21.7  
21.4  
21.0  
(deg.)  
30.2  
29.8  
29.4  
28.9  
28.5  
28.1  
27.6  
27.2  
26.8  
26.3  
25.9  
25.5  
25.1  
24.7  
24.3  
23.8  
23.4  
23.0  
22.6  
(deg.)  
(deg.)  
13.7  
13.3  
13.0  
12.6  
12.3  
11.9  
11.6  
11.2  
10.9  
10.5  
10.2  
9.8  
(deg.)  
101  
141  
14.1  
13.7  
13.3  
12.9  
12.6  
12.2  
11.8  
11.5  
11.1  
10.7  
10.4  
10.0  
9.6  
60  
61  
62  
63  
64  
65  
66  
67  
68  
69  
70  
71  
72  
73  
74  
75  
76  
77  
78  
102  
103  
104  
105  
106  
107  
108  
109  
110  
111  
112  
113  
114  
115  
116  
117  
118  
119  
142  
143  
144  
145  
146  
147  
148  
149  
150  
151  
152  
153  
154  
155  
156  
157  
158  
159  
9.5  
9.2  
9.3  
8.8  
8.9  
8.5  
8.5  
8.1  
8.2  
7.8  
7.8  
7.4  
7.5  
79  
33.1  
40.6  
20.7  
22.2  
160  
7.1  
7.1  
120  
121  
122  
123  
124  
125  
126  
127  
128  
129  
130  
80  
81  
82  
83  
84  
85  
86  
87  
88  
89  
32.8  
32.5  
32.3  
32.0  
31.7  
31.4  
31.1  
30.9  
30.6  
30.3  
40.1  
39.6  
39.1  
38.6  
38.1  
37.7  
37.2  
36.7  
36.2  
35.7  
20.4  
20.0  
19.7  
19.4  
19.1  
18.7  
18.4  
18.1  
17.7  
17.4  
21.8  
21.4  
21.0  
20.6  
20.2  
19.8  
19.4  
19.0  
18.6  
18.2  
161  
162  
163  
164  
165  
166  
167  
168  
169  
170  
6.7  
6.4  
6.0  
5.6  
5.3  
4.9  
4.6  
4.2  
3.9  
3.5  
6.7  
6.4  
6.0  
5.7  
5.3  
5.0  
4.6  
4.3  
3.9  
3.5  
30.0  
35.3  
131  
17.1  
17.9  
171  
3.2  
3.2  
90  
91  
92  
93  
94  
95  
96  
97  
98  
99  
29.7  
29.4  
29.1  
28.8  
28.5  
28.2  
27.9  
27.6  
27.3  
27.0  
34.8  
34.3  
33.9  
33.4  
32.9  
32.5  
32.0  
31.6  
31.1  
30.7  
132  
133  
134  
135  
136  
137  
138  
139  
140  
16.7  
16.4  
16.0  
15.7  
15.4  
15.0  
14.7  
14.3  
14.0  
17.5  
17.1  
16.7  
16.3  
15.9  
15.6  
15.2  
14.8  
14.4  
172  
173  
174  
175  
176  
177  
178  
179  
180  
2.8  
2.5  
2.1  
1.8  
1.4  
1.1  
0.7  
0.4  
0.0  
2.8  
2.5  
2.1  
1.8  
1.4  
1.1  
7.0  
0.4  
0.0  
100  
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002262  
Crown molding stoppers (optional accessories) allow  
easier cuts of crown molding without tilting the saw  
blade. Install them on the base as shown in the figures.  
1
2
3
1. Crown molding stopper L  
2. Crown molding stopper R  
3. Base  
001560  
Position crown molding with its WALL CONTACT EDGE  
against the guide fence and its CEILING CONTACT  
EDGE against the crown molding stoppers as shown in  
the figure. Adjust the crown molding stoppers according  
to the size of the crown molding. Tighten the screws to  
secure the crown molding stoppers. Refer to the table  
(C) for the miter angle. Use the sub-fence R to secure  
the crown molding more firmly.  
2
1
3
4
1. Guide fence  
2. Crown molding  
Table (C)  
3. Crown molding stopper  
4. Screw  
Position  
Miter angle Finished piece  
in Fig. A  
For inside  
corner  
For outside  
corner  
(1)  
(2)  
(3)  
(4)  
Right 45˚ Save the right side of blade  
Save the left side of blade  
Save the right side of blade  
Left 45˚  
Right 45˚ Save the left side of blade  
001844  
7. 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.  
1
2
3
4
5
CAUTION:  
1. Vise  
Never attempt to cut thick or round aluminum extrusions.  
Thick aluminum extrusions may come loose during  
operation and round aluminum extrusions cannot be  
secured firmly with this tool.  
2. Spacer block  
3. Guide fence  
4. Aluminum extrusion  
5. Spacer block  
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8. Wood facing  
Use of wood facing helps to assure splinter-free cuts in  
workpieces. Attach a wood facing to the guide fence  
using the holes in the guide fence.  
See the figure concerning the dimensions for a sug-  
gested wood facing.  
002234  
Over 17mm (11/16)  
Over 580mm (22-3/4)  
1
1
105mm 115mm 115mm 105mm  
(4-1/8) (4-1/2) (4-1/2) (4-1/8)  
1. Hole  
CAUTION:  
Use straight wood of even thickness as the wood facing.  
When cutting workpieces from 107 mm (4 - 1/4) to 120  
mm (4 - 3/4) high, use a wood facing to prevent a  
portion of the workpiece near the guide fence from being  
left uncut.  
Example:  
When cutting workpieces 120 mm (4 - 3/4) high,  
use a wood facing with the following thickness.  
Miter angle  
0˚  
Left and Right 45˚  
Right 60˚  
Thickness of wood facing  
Over 34 mm (1-5/16)  
Over 24 mm (15/16)  
Over 17 mm (11/16)  
CAUTION:  
Use screws to attach the wood facing to the guide fence.  
The screws should be installed so that the screw heads  
are below the surface of the wood facing.  
When the wood facing is attached, do not turn the turn  
base with the handle lowered. The blade and/or the  
wood facing will be damaged.  
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001846  
9. Cutting repetitive lengths  
When cutting several pieces of stock to the same length,  
ranging from 300 mm (11 - 3/4) to 470 mm (18 - 1/2),  
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.  
Align the cutting line on your workpiece with either the  
left or right side of the groove in the kerf board, and while  
holding the workpiece from moving, move the set plate  
flush against the end of the workpiece. Then secure the  
set plate with the screw. When the set plate is not used,  
loosen the screw and turn the set plate out of the way.  
1
2
3
1. Set plate  
2. Holder  
3. Screw  
NOTE:  
Use of the holder-rod assembly (optional accessory)  
allows cutting repetitive lengths up to 2,200 mm (7.2 ft.)  
approximately.  
001563  
10. Groove cutting  
1
A dado type cut can be made by proceeding as follows:  
Adjust the lower limit position of the blade using the  
adjusting screw and the stopper arm to limit the cutting  
depth of the blade. Refer to Stopper armsection  
described on previously.  
After adjusting the lower limit position of the blade, cut  
parallel grooves across the width of the workpiece using  
a slide (push) cut as shown in the figure. Then remove  
the workpiece material between the grooves with a  
chisel. Do not attempt to perform this type of cut using  
wide (thick) blades or with a dado blade. Possible loss of  
control and injury may result.  
1. Cut grooves with blade  
CAUTION:  
Be sure to return the stopper arm to the original position  
when performing other than groove cutting.  
001564  
Carrying tool  
Make sure that the tool is unplugged. Secure the blade at 0°  
bevel angle and the turn base at right miter angle fully.  
Secure the slide poles after pulling the carriage toward you  
fully. Lower the handle fully and lock it in the lowered position  
by pushing in the stopper pin.  
1
1. Stopper pin  
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001565  
Carry the tool by holding both sides of the tool base as  
shown in the figure. If you remove the holders, dust bag, etc.,  
you can carry the tool more easily.  
CAUTION:  
Always secure all moving portions before carrying the  
tool.  
Stopper pin is for carrying and storage purposes only  
and not for any cutting operations.  
MAINTENANCE  
CAUTION:  
Always be sure that the tool is switched off and  
unplugged before attempting to perform inspection or  
maintenance.  
WARNING:  
Always be sure that the blade is sharp and clean for the  
best and safest performance.  
Adjusting the cutting angle  
This tool is carefully adjusted and aligned at the factory, but  
rough handling may have affected the alignment. If your tool  
is not aligned properly, perform the following:  
002235  
1. Miter angle  
2
Push the carriage toward the guide fence and tighten the  
knob to secure the carriage.  
Loosen the grip which secures the turn base. Turn the  
turn base so that the pointer points to 0° on the miter  
scale. Then turn the turn base slightly clockwise and  
counterclockwise to seat the turn base in the 0° miter  
notch. (Leave as it is if the pointer does not point to 0°.)  
Loosen the hex bolts securing the guide fence using the  
socket wrench.  
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1. Hex bolts  
2. Guide fence  
002236  
Lower the handle fully and lock it in the lowered position  
by pushing in the stopper pin. Square the side of the  
blade with the face of the guide fence using a triangular  
rule, try-square, etc. Then securely tighten the hex bolts  
on the guide fence in the order from the right side.  
1
1. Triangular rule  
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002237  
Make sure that the pointer points to 0° on the miter  
scale. If the pointer does not point to 0°, loosen the  
screw which secures the pointer and adjust the pointer  
so that it will point to 0°.  
1
3
2
1. Screw  
2. Miter scale  
3. Pointer  
001569  
2. Bevel angle  
(1) 0° bevel angle  
Push the carriage toward the guide fence and  
tighten the knob to secure the carriage. Lower the  
handle fully and lock it in the lowered position by  
pushing in the stopper pin. Loosen the lever at the  
rear of the tool. Make sure that the arm is locked.  
1
2
3
1. Arm  
2. Lever  
3. Hex bolt  
001570  
Turn the hex bolt on the left side of the arm two or  
three revolutions counterclockwise. Turn the hex  
bolt on the right side of the arm two or three revolu-  
tions counterclockwise to tilt the blade to the left.  
1
1. Hex bolt  
001571  
Carefully 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 on the right  
side of the arm clockwise. Turn the hex bolt on the  
left side of the arm clockwise as far as it will go.  
Then tighten the lever securely.  
1
2
3
1. Triangular rule  
2. Saw blade  
3. Top surface of turn base  
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001572  
Make sure that the two pointers on the arm point to  
each 0° on the bevel scale on the arm holder. If they  
do not point to 0°, loosen the screws which secure  
the pointers and adjust them so that they will point  
to 0°.  
1
2
3
3
1. Bevel scale  
2. Screws  
3. Pointers  
001573  
(2) 45° bevel angle  
1
Adjust the 45° bevel angle only after performing 0°  
bevel angle adjustment. To adjust left 45° bevel  
angle, loosen the lever and tilt the blade to the left  
fully. Make sure that the pointer on the arm points to  
45° on the bevel scale on the arm holder. If the  
pointer does not point to 45°, turn the left 45° bevel  
angle adjusting bolt on the side of the arm holder  
until the pointer points to 45°.  
2
3
1. Arm holder  
2. Right 45° bevel angle adjusting  
To adjust right 45° bevel angle, perform the same  
procedure described above.  
bolt  
3. Left 45° bevel angle adjusting bolt  
001145  
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 at the same time. Use only iden-  
tical carbon brushes.  
1
1. Limit mark  
001576  
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.  
2
1
After replacing brushes, plug in the tool and break in brushes  
by running tool with no load for about 10 minutes. Then  
check the tool while running and electric brake operation  
when releasing the switch trigger. If electric brake is not  
working well, ask your local Makita service center for repair.  
1. Brush holder cap  
2. Screwdriver  
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After use  
After use, wipe off chips and dust adhering to the tool  
with a cloth or the like. Keep the blade guard clean  
according to the directions in the previously covered  
section titled Blade guard. Lubricate the sliding  
portions with machine oil to prevent rust.  
When storing the tool, pull the carriage toward you fully  
so that the slide pole is thoroughly inserted into the turn  
base.  
To maintain product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs, any  
other maintenance or adjustment should be performed by  
Makita Authorized or Factory Service Centers, always using  
Makita replacement parts.  
ACCESSORIES  
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. Only use accessory  
or attachment for its stated purpose.  
If you need any assistance for more details regarding these  
accessories, ask your local Makita service center.  
Carbide-tipped saw blades  
Miter saw blades For smooth and precise cutting in various  
materials.  
Sub-fence R  
Vise assembly (Horizontal vise)  
Vertical vise  
Socket wrench 13  
Holder set  
Holder assembly  
Holder rod assembly  
Set plate  
Dust bag  
Crown molding stopper set  
Triangular rule  
Lock-off button (2 pcs.)  
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Required  
Post Office will  
not deliver  
without proper  
postage.  
Makita U.S.A., Inc.  
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La Mirada, CA 90638-5753  
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When you need service: Send  
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of the Makita Factory Service  
Centers listed, or to an Authorized  
Makita Service Center. Be sure  
to attach a letter to the outside of  
the carton detailing the problem  
with your tool.  
Dealer’s Name & Address  
Model No.  
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WARNING  
Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other  
construction activities contains chemicals known to the State of California  
to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some examples  
of these chemicals are:  
lead from lead-based paints,  
crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products, and  
arsenic and chromium from chemically-treated lumber.  
Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on how often you do this  
type of work. To reduce your exposure to these chemicals: work in a well  
ventilated area, and work with approved safety equipment, such as those  
dust masks that are specially designed to filter out microscopic particles.  
MAKITA LIMITED 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  
Makitas Factory or Authorized Service Centers. If inspection shows the trouble is caused by defective  
workmanship or material, Makita will repair (or at our option, replace) without charge.  
This Warranty does not apply where:  
repairs have been made or attempted by others:  
repairs are required because of normal wear and tear:  
the tool has been abused, misused or improperly maintained:  
alterations have been made to the tool.  
IN NO EVENT SHALL MAKITA BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL  
DAMAGES FROM THE SALE OR USE OF THE PRODUCT. THIS DISCLAIMER APPLIES BOTH DURING  
AND AFTER THE TERM OF THIS WARRANTY.  
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MERCHANTABILITYAND FITNESS FOR A SPECIFIC PURPOSE,AFTER THE ONE YEAR TERM OF THIS  
WARRANTY.  
This Warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.  
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above  
limitation or exclusion may not apply to you. Some states do not allow limitation on how long an implied  
warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not apply to you.  
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