Makita LS1040 Instruction Manual page 8

Compound miter saw 255 mm (10”) equipped with electric brake

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Press the shaft lock so that the blade can-

not revolve and use the socket wrench to

loosen the hex bolt clockwise.Then remove

the hex bolt, outer flange and blade.

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 counterclock-

wise while pressing the shaft lock. Then

tighten the hex bolt clockwise to secure

the center cover.

Socket

wrench

CAUTION:

Use only the Makita socket wrench provided to install or remove the blade. Failure to do

may result in overtightening or insufficient tightening of the hex bolt. This could cause

an injury

Safety cover

When lowering the handle, the safety

cover rises automatically. The cover returns

to its original position when the cut is com-

pleted and the handle is raised. NEVER

DEFEAT OR

REMOVE THE SAFETY

COVER. In the interest of your personal

safety, always maintain the safety cover in

good condition. Any irregular operation of

the safety cover should be corrected imme-

diately. NEVER USE THE TOOL WITH A

FAULTY SAFETY COVER. If the see-

through safety cover becomes dirty, or

sawdust adheres to it in such a way that the blade and/or workpiece is no longer easily vis-

ible, unplug the saw and clean the cover carefully with a damp cloth. Do not use solvents

or any petroleum-based cleaners on the plastic cover.

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