Makita LS0815F User manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Slide Compound Miter Saw
LS0815F
LS0815FL
LS0815FL GBA
ENGLISH: Original instructions
DOUBLE INSULATION
Read before use.

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SPECIFICATIONS
Model LS0815F / LS0815FL LS0815FL GBA
Blade diameter 216 mm
Hole diameter For all countries other than
European countries
25.4 mm or 30 mm
(country specic)
For European countries 30 mm
Max. kerf thickness of the saw blade 2.8 mm
Max. Miter angle Right 60° Left 50°
Max. Bevel angle Right 5° Left 48°
No load speed 5,000 min-1
Laser Type (LS0815FL / LS0815FL GBA only) Red Laser 650 nm, < 1mW (Laser Class 2)
Dimensions (L x W x H) 755 mm x 450 mm x 488 mm
Net weight 15.5 kg
Safety class /II
• Due to our continuing program of research and development, the specications herein are subject to change
without notice.
• Specications may differ from country to country.
• Weight according to EPTA-Procedure 01/2014
Max. Cutting capacities (H x W) with 216 mm in diameter
Miter angle Bevel angle
45° (left) 5° (right) 0°
0° 50 mm x 305 mm 60 mm x 305 mm 65 mm x 305 mm
45° 50 mm x 215 mm -65 mm x 215 mm
60° (right) - - 65 mm x 150 mm
Symbols
The following show the symbols used for the equip-
ment. Be sure that you understand their meaning before
use.
Read instruction manual.
DOUBLE INSULATION
To avoid injury from ying debris, keep
holding the saw head down, after making
cuts, until the blade has come to a com-
plete stop.
When performing slide cut, rst pull car-
riage fully and press down handle, then
push carriage toward the guide fence.
Do not place hand or ngers close to the
blade.
Adjust sliding fences clear of blade and
blade guard properly.
LASER RADIATION: Do not stare into
beam. Direct laser beam may injure your
eyes.
Only for EU countries
Do not dispose of electric equipment
together with household waste material!
In observance of the European Directive,
on Waste Electric and Electronic
Equipment and its implementation in
accordance with national law, electric
equipment that have reached the end of
their life must be collected separately and
returned to an environmentally compatible
recycling facility.
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 and can, therefore, also be used
from sockets without earth wire.
Noise
The typical A-weighted noise level determined accord-
ing to EN62841-3-9:
Sound pressure level (LpA) : 89 dB(A)
Sound power level (LWA) : 100 dB (A)
Uncertainty (K) : 3 dB(A)

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NOTE: The declared noise emission value(s) has
been measured in accordance with a standard test
method and may be used for comparing one tool with
another.
NOTE: The declared noise emission value(s)
may also be used in a preliminary assessment of
exposure.
WARNING: Wear ear protection.
WARNING: The noise emission during actual
use of the power tool can differ from the declared
value(s) depending on the ways in which the
tool is used especially what kind of workpiece is
processed.
WARNING: Be sure to identify safety mea-
sures to protect the operator that are based on an
estimation of exposure in the actual conditions of
use (taking account of all parts of the operating
cycle such as the times when the tool is switched
off and when it is running idle in addition to the
trigger time).
EC Declaration of Conformity
For European countries only
The EC declaration of conformity is included as Annex A
to this instruction manual.
SAFETY WARNINGS
General power tool safety warnings
WARNING: Read all safety warnings, instruc-
tions, illustrations and specications provided
with this power tool. Failure to follow all instructions
listed below may result in electric shock, re and/or
serious injury.
Save all warnings and instruc-
tions for future reference.
The term "power tool" in the warnings refers to your
mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated
(cordless) power tool.
Work area safety
1. Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or
dark areas invite accidents.
2. Do not operate power tools in explosive atmo-
spheres, such as in the presence of ammable
liquids, gases or dust. Power tools create sparks
which may ignite the dust or fumes.
3. Keep children and bystanders away while
operating a power tool. Distractions can cause
you to lose control.
Electrical Safety
1. Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never
modify the plug in any way. Do not use any
adapter plugs with earthed (grounded) power
tools. Unmodied plugs and matching outlets will
reduce risk of electric shock.
2. Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded
surfaces, such as pipes, radiators, ranges and
refrigerators. There is an increased risk of elec-
tric shock if your body is earthed or grounded.
3. Do not expose power tools to rain or wet con-
ditions. Water entering a power tool will increase
the risk of electric shock.
4. Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for
carrying, pulling or unplugging the power tool.
Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges
or moving parts. Damaged or entangled cords
increase the risk of electric shock.
5. When operating a power tool outdoors, use an
extension cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of
a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of
electric shock.
6. If operating a power tool in a damp location
is unavoidable, use a residual current device
(RCD) protected supply. Use of an RCD reduces
the risk of electric shock.
7. Use of power supply via an RCD with a rated
residual current of 30 mA or less is always
recommended.
8. Power tools can produce electromagnetic
elds (EMF) that are not harmful to the user.
However, users of pacemakers and other similar
medical devices should contact the maker of their
device and/or doctor for advice before operating
this power tool.
9. Do not touch the power plug with wet hands.
10. If the cord is damaged, have it replaced by the
manufacturer or his agent in order to avoid a
safety hazard.
Personal Safety
1. Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use
common sense when operating a power tool.
Do not use a power tool while you are tired or
under the inuence of drugs, alcohol or med-
ication. A moment of inattention while operating
power tools may result in serious personal injury.
2. Use personal protective equipment. Always
wear eye protection. Protective equipment such
as a dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat or
hearing protection used for appropriate conditions
will reduce personal injuries.
3. Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the
switch is in the off-position before connecting
to power source and/or battery pack, picking
up or carrying the tool. Carrying power tools with
your nger on the switch or energising power tools
that have the switch on invites accidents.
4. Remove any adjusting key or wrench before
turning the power tool on. A wrench or a key left
attached to a rotating part of the power tool may
result in personal injury.
5. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and
balance at all times. This enables better control
of the power tool in unexpected situations.
6. Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or
jewellery. Keep your hair and clothing away
from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewellery or
long hair can be caught in moving parts.

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7. If devices are provided for the connection of
dust extraction and collection facilities, ensure
these are connected and properly used. Use of
dust collection can reduce dust-related hazards.
8. Do not let familiarity gained from frequent use
of tools allow you to become complacent and
ignore tool safety principles. A careless action
can cause severe injury within a fraction of a
second.
9. Always wear protective goggles to protect
your eyes from injury when using power tools.
The goggles must comply with ANSI Z87.1 in
the USA, EN 166 in Europe, or AS/NZS 1336
in Australia/New Zealand. In Australia/New
Zealand, it is legally required to wear a face
shield to protect your face, too.
It is an employer's responsibility to enforce
the use of appropriate safety protective equip-
ments by the tool operators and by other per-
sons in the immediate working area.
Power tool use and care
1. Do not force the power tool. Use the correct
power tool for your application. The correct
power tool will do the job better and safer at the
rate for which it was designed.
2. Do not use the power tool if the switch does
not turn it on and off. Any power tool that cannot
be controlled with the switch is dangerous and
must be repaired.
3. Disconnect the plug from the power source
and/or remove the battery pack, if detachable,
from the power tool before making any adjust-
ments, changing accessories, or storing power
tools. Such preventive safety measures reduce
the risk of starting the power tool accidentally.
4. Store idle power tools out of the reach of chil-
dren and do not allow persons unfamiliar with
the power tool or these instructions to operate
the power tool. Power tools are dangerous in the
hands of untrained users.
5. Maintain power tools and accessories. Check
for misalignment or binding of moving parts,
breakage of parts and any other condition that
may affect the power tool’s operation. If dam-
aged, have the power tool repaired before use.
Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained
power tools.
6. Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly
maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges
are less likely to bind and are easier to control.
7. Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits
etc. in accordance with these instructions, tak-
ing into account the working conditions and
the work to be performed. Use of the power tool
for operations different from those intended could
result in a hazardous situation.
8. Keep handles and grasping surfaces dry,
clean and free from oil and grease. Slippery
handles and grasping surfaces do not allow for
safe handling and control of the tool in unexpected
situations.
9. When using the tool, do not wear cloth work
gloves which may be entangled. The entangle-
ment of cloth work gloves in the moving parts may
result in personal injury.
Service
1. Have your power tool serviced by a qualied
repair person using only identical replacement
parts. This will ensure that the safety of the power
tool is maintained.
2. Follow instruction for lubricating and chang-
ing accessories.
Safety instructions for mitre saws
1. Mitre saws are intended to cut wood or wood-
like products, they cannot be used with abra-
sive cut-off wheels for cutting ferrous material
such as bars, rods, studs, etc. Abrasive dust
causes moving parts such as the lower guard to
jam. Sparks from abrasive cutting will burn the
lower guard, the kerf insert and other plastic parts.
2. Use clamps to support the workpiece when-
ever possible. If supporting the workpiece
by hand, you must always keep your hand at
least 100 mm from either side of the saw blade.
Do not use this saw to cut pieces that are too
small to be securely clamped or held by hand.
If your hand is placed too close to the saw blade,
there is an increased risk of injury from blade
contact.
3. The workpiece must be stationary and
clamped or held against both the fence and the
table. Do not feed the workpiece into the blade
or cut "freehand" in any way. Unrestrained
or moving workpieces could be thrown at high
speeds, causing injury.
4. Push the saw through the workpiece. Do not
pull the saw through the workpiece. To make
a cut, raise the saw head and pull it out over
the workpiece without cutting, start the motor,
press the saw head down and push the saw
through the workpiece. Cutting on the pull stroke
is likely to cause the saw blade to climb on top
of the workpiece and violently throw the blade
assembly towards the operator.
5. Never cross your hand over the intended line
of cutting either in front or behind the saw
blade. Supporting the workpiece "cross handed"
i.e. holding the workpiece to the right of the saw
blade with your left hand or vice versa is very
dangerous.

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6. Do not reach behind the fence with either hand
closer than 100 mm from either side of the saw
blade, to remove wood scraps, or for any other
reason while the blade is spinning. The proxim-
ity of the spinning saw blade to your hand may not
be obvious and you may be seriously injured.
7. Inspect your workpiece before cutting. If the
workpiece is bowed or warped, clamp it with
the outside bowed face toward the fence.
Always make certain that there is no gap
between the workpiece, fence and table along
the line of the cut. Bent or warped workpieces
can twist or shift and may cause binding on the
spinning saw blade while cutting. There should be
no nails or foreign objects in the workpiece.
8. Do not use the saw until the table is clear of all
tools, wood scraps, etc., except for the work-
piece. Small debris or loose pieces of wood or
other objects that contact the revolving blade can
be thrown with high speed.
9.
Cut only one workpiece at a time. Stacked multiple
workpieces cannot be adequately clamped or braced
and may bind on the blade or shift during cutting.
10. Ensure the mitre saw is mounted or placed on
a level, rm work surface before use. A level
and rm work surface reduces the risk of the mitre
saw becoming unstable.
11.
Plan your work. Every time you change the bevel
or mitre angle setting, make sure the adjustable
fence is set correctly to support the workpiece
and will not interfere with the blade or the guard-
ing system. Without turning the tool "ON" and with
no workpiece on the table, move the saw blade
through a complete simulated cut to assure there will
be no interference or danger of cutting the fence.
12. Provide adequate support such as table extensions,
saw horses, etc. for a workpiece that is wider or
longer than the table top. Workpieces longer or wider
than the mitre saw table can tip if not securely sup-
ported. If the cut-off piece or workpiece tips, it can lift
the lower guard or be thrown by the spinning blade.
13. Do not use another person as a substitute for a
table extension or as additional support. Unstable
support for the workpiece can cause the blade to bind
or the workpiece to shift during the cutting operation
pulling you and the helper into the spinning blade.
14. The cut-off piece must not be jammed or
pressed by any means against the spinning
saw blade. If conned, i.e. using length stops, the
cut-off piece could get wedged against the blade
and thrown violently.
15. Always use a clamp or a xture designed to
properly support round material such as rods
or tubing. Rods have a tendency to roll while
being cut, causing the blade to "bite" and pull the
work with your hand into the blade.
16. Let the blade reach full speed before contact-
ing the workpiece. This will reduce the risk of the
workpiece being thrown.
17. If the workpiece or blade becomes jammed,
turn the mitre saw off. Wait for all moving
parts to stop and disconnect the plug from
the power source and/or remove the battery
pack. Then work to free the jammed material.
Continued sawing with a jammed workpiece could
cause loss of control or damage to the mitre saw.
18. After nishing the cut, release the switch,
hold the saw head down and wait for the blade
to stop before removing the cut-off piece.
Reaching with your hand near the coasting blade
is dangerous.
19. Hold the handle rmly when making an incom-
plete cut or when releasing the switch before
the saw head is completely in the down posi-
tion. The braking action of the saw may cause
the saw head to be suddenly pulled downward,
causing a risk of injury.
20. Only use the saw blade with the diameter that
is marked on the tool or specied in the man-
ual. Use of an incorrectly sized blade may affect
the proper guarding of the blade or guard opera-
tion which could result in serious personal injury.
21. Only use the saw blades that are marked with
a speed equal or higher than the speed marked
on the tool.
22. Do not use the saw to cut other than wood,
aluminum or similar materials.
23. (For European countries only)
Always use the blade which conforms to
EN847-1.
Additional instructions
1. Make workshop kid proof with padlocks.
2. Never stand on the tool. Serious injury could
occur if the tool is tipped or if the cutting tool is
unintentionally contacted.
3. Never leave the tool running unattended. Turn
the power off. Do not leave tool until it comes
to a complete stop.
4. Do not operate saw without guards in place.
Check blade guard for proper closing 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.
5. Keep hands out of path of saw blade. Avoid
contact with any coasting blade. It can still
cause severe injury.
6. To reduce the risk of injury, return carriage
to the full rear position after each crosscut
operation.
7. Always secure all moving portions before
carrying the tool.
8. Stopper pin which locks the cutter head down
is for carrying and storage purposes only and
not for any cutting operations.

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9. Check the blade carefully for cracks or dam-
age before operation. Replace cracked or dam-
aged blade immediately. Gum and wood pitch
hardened on blades slows saw and increases
potential for kickback. Keep blade clean by
rst removing it from tool, then cleaning it with
gum and pitch remover, hot water or kerosene.
Never use gasoline to clean blade.
10. While making a slide cut, KICKBACK can
occur. KICKBACK occurs when the blade
binds in the workpiece during a cutting oper-
ation and the saw blade is driven rapidly
towards the operator. Loss of control and seri-
ous personal injury can result. If blade begins
to bind during a cutting operation, do not con-
tinue to cut and release switch immediately.
11. Use only anges specied for this tool.
12. Be careful not to damage the arbor, anges
(especially the installing surface) or bolt.
Damage to these parts could result in blade
breakage.
13. Make sure that the turn base is properly
secured so it will not move during operation.
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.
14. Make sure the shaft lock is released before the
switch is turned on.
15. Be sure that the blade does not contact the
turn base in the lowest position.
16. Hold the handle rmly. Be aware that the saw
moves up or down slightly during start-up and
stopping.
17. Make sure the blade is not contacting the
workpiece before the switch is turned on.
18. Before using the tool on an actual workpiece,
let it run for a while. Watch for vibration or
wobbling that could indicate poor installation
or a poorly balanced blade.
19. Stop operation immediately if you notice any-
thing abnormal.
20. Do not attempt to lock the trigger in the "ON"
position.
21. Always use accessories recommended in this
manual. Use of improper accessories such as
abrasive wheels may cause an injury.
22. Some material contains chemicals which may
be toxic. Take caution to prevent dust inhala-
tion and skin contact. Follow material supplier
safety data.
Additional safety rules for the laser
1. LASER RADIATION, DO NOT STARE INTO THE
BEAM OR VIEW DIRECTLY WITH OPTICAL
INSTRUMENTS, CLASS 2M LASER PRODUCT.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
WARNING: DO NOT let comfort or familiarity
with product (gained from repeated use) replace
strict adherence to safety rules for the subject
product. MISUSE or failure to follow the safety
rules stated in this instruction manual may cause
serious personal injury.
INSTALLATION
Bench mounting
1
► 1. Stopper pin
When the tool is shipped, the handle is locked in the
lowered position by the stopper pin. Release the stop-
per pin by simultaneously applying a slight downward
pressure on the handle and pulling the stopper pin.
WARNING:
• Ensure that the tool will not move on the
supporting surface. Movement of the miter
saw on the supporting surface while cutting may
result in loss of control and serious personal
injury.
11
► 1. Bolts
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.

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1
► 1. Adjusting bolt
Turn the adjusting bolt clockwise or counterclockwise
so that it comes into a contact with the tool surface to
keep the tool stable.
Installing the holders and holder
assemblies
NOTE: In some countries, the holders and holder
assemblies may not be included in the tool package
as standard accessory.
3
12
► 1. Holder 2. Holder assembly 3. Screw
The holders and the holder assemblies support work-
pieces horizontally.
Install the holders and the holder assemblies on both
side as shown in the gure.
Then tighten the screws rmly to secure the holders and
the holder assemblies.
FUNCTIONAL
DESCRIPTION
WARNING:
• Always be sure that the tool is switched off
and unplugged before adjusting or checking
function on the tool. Failure to switch off and
unplug the tool may result in serious personal
injury from accidental start-up.
Blade guard
1
► 1. Blade guard
When lowering the handle, the blade guard rises auto-
matically. The blade guard returns to its original position
when the cut is completed and the handle is raised.
WARNING:
• Never defeat or remove the blade guard or
the spring which attaches to the guard. An
exposed blade as a result of defeated guarding
may result in serious personal injury during
operation.
In the interest of your personal safety, always maintain
the blade guard in good condition. Any irregular opera-
tion of the blade guard should be corrected immediately.
Check to assure spring loaded return action of guard.
WARNING:
• Never use the tool if the blade guard or
spring are damaged, faulty or removed.
Operation of the tool with a damaged, faulty or
removed guard may result in serious personal
injury.
If the see-through blade guard becomes dirty, or saw-
dust adheres to it in such a way that the blade and/or
workpiece 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 because this may cause damage to the
guard.
If the blade guard becomes dirty and needs to be
cleaned for proper operation follow the steps below:
With the tool switched off and unplugged, use the sup-
plied socket wrench to loosen the hex bolt holding the
center cover. Loosen the hex bolt by turning it counter-
clockwise and raise the blade guard and center cover.

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1
► 1. Blade guard
With the blade guard so positioned, cleaning can be
more completely and efciently accomplished. When
cleaning is complete reverse procedure above and
secure bolt. Do not remove spring holding blade guard.
If guard becomes damaged through age or UV light
exposure, contact a Makita service center for a new
guard. DO NOT DEFEAT OR REMOVE GUARD.
Positioning kerf board
1
2
► 1. Kerf board 2. Screw
12
3
45
► 1. Saw blade 2. Blade teeth 3. Kerf board 4. Left
bevel cut 5. Straight cut
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:
First, unplug the tool. Loosen all the screws (3 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 screw which secures the slide poles. Pull
the carriage toward you fully. Adjust the kerf boards
so that the kerf boards just contact the sides of the
blade teeth. Tighten the front screws (do not tighten
rmly). 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 rmly).
After adjusting the kerf boards, release the stopper
pin and raise the handle. Then tighten all the screws
securely.
NOTICE:
• After setting the bevel angle ensure that the
kerf boards are adjusted properly. Correct
adjustment of the kerf boards will help provide
proper support of the workpiece minimizing work-
piece tear out.
Maintaining maximum cutting
capacity
This tool is factory adjusted to provide the maximum
cutting capacity for a 216 mm saw blade.
Unplug the tool before any adjustment is attempted.
When installing a new blade, always check the lower
limit position of the blade and if necessary, adjust it as
follows:
1
2
► 1. Adjusting bolt 2. Turn base
2
1
3
► 1. Top surface of turn base 2. Periphery of blade
3. Guide fence

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First, unplug the tool. Push the carriage toward the guide
fence fully and lower the handle completely. Use the hex.
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.
With the tool unplugged, rotate the blade by hand while
holding 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.
WARNING:
• After installing a new blade and with the tool
unplugged, always be sure that the blade
does not contact any part of the lower base
when the handle is lowered completely. If a
blade makes contact with the base it may cause
kickback and result in serious personal injury.
Stopper arm
12
► 1. Stopper arm 2. Adjusting screw
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
gure. Adjust the adjusting screw so that the blade stops
at the desired position when lowering the handle fully.
Adjusting the miter angle
12
3
4
► 1. Miter scale 2. Pointer 3. Lock lever 4. Grip
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.
CAUTION:
• After changing the miter angle, always secure
the turn base by tightening the grip rmly.
NOTICE:
• When turning the turn base, be sure to raise the
handle fully.
Adjusting the bevel angle
1
► 1. Lever
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.
NOTE:
• Lever can be adjusted to a different lever angle
by removing the screw holding the lever and
securing the lever at a desired angle.
3
1
4
2
► 1. Lever 2. Arm 3. Pointer 4. Bevel scale
Tilt the saw blade until the pointer points to the desired
angle on the bevel scale. Then tighten the lever clock-
wise rmly to secure the arm.

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1
2
3
► 1. Pointer 2. Release button 3. Bevel scale
To tilt the saw blade to right 5° or left 48°: set the saw
blade to 0° for right 5°, or 45° for left 48°. Then slightly
tilt the saw blade to the opposite side. Push the release
button and tilt the saw blade to the desired position.
Tighten the lever to secure the arm.
CAUTION:
• After changing the bevel angle, always secure
the arm by tightening the lever clockwise.
NOTICE:
• When tilting the saw blade be sure the handle is
fully raised.
• When changing bevel angles, be sure to position
the kerf boards appropriately as explained in the
"Positioning kerf boards" section.
Slide lock adjustment
1
► 1. Locking screw
To lock the slide pole, turn the locking screw clockwise.
Switch action
12
3
► 1. Lock-off button 2. Switch trigger 3. Hole for
padlock
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 trigger to stop.
WARNING:
• Before plugging in the tool, always check to
see that the switch trigger actuates properly
and returns to the "OFF" position when
released. Do not pull the switch trigger hard
without pressing in the lock-off button. This
can cause switch breakage. Operating a tool
with a switch that does not actuate properly
can lead to loss of control and serious personal
injury.
A hole is provided in the switch trigger for insertion of
padlock to lock the tool off.
WARNING:
• Do not use a lock with a shank or cable any
smaller than 6.35 mm in diameter. A smaller
shank or cable may not properly lock the tool in
the off position and unintentional operation may
occur resulting in serious personal injury.
• 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 or serious per-
sonal injury may occur.
• For your safety, this tool is equipped with a lock-
off button which prevents the tool from unin-
tended starting. NEVER use the tool if it runs
when you simply pull the switch trigger without
pressing the lock-off button. A switch in need of
repair may result in unintentional operation and
serious personal injury. Return tool to a Makita
service center for proper repairs BEFORE fur-
ther usage.
• NEVER defeat the lock-off button by taping
down or some other means. A switch with a
defeated lock-off button may result in uninten-
tional operation and serious personal injury.

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Electronic function
Soft start feature
This function allows the smooth start-up of the tool by
limiting the start-up torque.
Laser beam action
For model LS0815FL / LS0815FL GBA only
CAUTION:
• When not in use, be sure to turn off the laser.
1
► 1. Switch for laser
CAUTION:
• Never look into the laser beam. Direct laser
beam may injure your eyes.
•
LASER RADIATION, DO NOT STARE INTO THE
BEAM OR VIEW DIRECTLY WITH OPTICAL
INSTRUMENTS, CLASS 2M LASER PRODUCT.
• Before shifting the laser line or performing main-
tenance adjustment, be sure to unplug the tool.
To turn on the laser beam, press the upper position
(ON) of the switch. To turn off the laser beam, press the
lower position (OFF) of the switch.
Laser line can be shifted to either the left or right side of
the saw blade by loosening the screw holding the laser
unit box and shifting it in the desired direction. After
shifting, be sure to tighten the screw.
1
► 1. Screw holding the laser unit box
Laser line is factory adjusted so that it is positioned
within 1 mm from the side surface of the blade (cutting
position).
NOTE:
•
When laser line appears dim and hard to see
because of direct sunlight, relocate the work area
to a place where there is less direct sunlight.
Cleaning of the lens for the laser light
If the lens for the laser light becomes dirty, or sawdust
adheres to it in such a way that the laser line is no longer
easily visible, unplug the saw and remove and clean the lens
for the laser light carefully with a damp, soft cloth. Do not use
solvents or any petroleum-based cleaners on the lens.
NOTE:
•
When laser line is dim and almost or entirely invis-
ible because of the direct sunlight in the indoor or
outdoor window-by work, relocate the work area to
a place not exposed to the direct sunlight.
Light action
1
► 1. Light
1
► 1. Switch for light
To turn on the light, press the upper position (ON) of the switch.
To turn off the light, press the lower position (OFF) of the switch.
CAUTION:
• Do not look in the light or see the source of light
directly.
NOTE:
• Use a dry cloth to wipe the dirt off the lens of
lamp.
• Be careful not to scratch the lens of lamp, or it
may to lower the luminance.

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ASSEMBLY
WARNING:
• Always be sure that the tool is switched off
and unplugged before working on the tool.
Failure to switch off and unplug the tool may
result in serious personal injury.
Storage of socket wrench with hex
wrench on its other end
1
2
► 1. Socket wrench with hex wrench on its other end
2. Wrench holder
The socket wrench is stored as shown in the gure.
When the socket wrench is needed it can be pulled out
of the wrench holder. After using the socket wrench it
can be stored by returning it to the wrench holder.
Installing or removing saw blade
WARNING:
• Always be sure that the tool is switched off
and unplugged before installing or removing
the blade. Accidental start up of the tool may
result in serious personal injury.
•
Use only the Makita socket wrench provided
to install or remove the blade. Failure to use the
wrench may result in overtightening or insufcient
tightening of the hex bolt and serious personal injury.
1
► 1. Stopper pin
Lock the handle in the raised position by pushing in the
stopper pin.
1
2
3
4
5
► 1. Socket wrench 2. Blade case 3. Center cover
4. Hex bolt 5. Blade guard
To remove the blade, use the socket wrench to loosen
the hex bolt holding the center cover by turning it coun-
terclockwise. Raise the blade guard and center cover.
WARNING:
• Do not remove any screw other than the
hex bolt illustrated. If you mistakenly remove
another screw and the blade guard comes off,
make sure to re-assemble the blade guard.
1
2
3
4
5
► 1. Blade case 2. Socket wrench 3. Hex bolt 4. Arrow
5. Shaft lock
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 ange and blade.
NOTE:
• If the inner ange is removed be sure to install
it on the spindle with its protrusion facing away
from the blade. If the ange is installed incor-
rectly the ange will rub against the machine.
WARNING:
• Before mounting the blade onto the spin-
dle, always be sure that the correct ring for
the blade's arbor hole you intend to use is
installed between the inner and the outer
anges. Use of the incorrect arbor hole ring
may result in the improper mounting of the blade
causing blade movement and severe vibration
resulting in possible loss of control during oper-
ation and in serious personal injury.

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123
4
► 1. Blade case 2. Arrow 3. Arrow 4. Saw blade
To install the blade, mount it carefully onto the spindle,
making sure that the direction of the arrow on the sur-
face of the blade matches the direction of the arrow on
the blade case.
Install the outer ange and hex bolt, and then use the
socket wrench to tighten the hex bolt (left-handed)
securely counterclockwise while pressing the shaft lock.
1
2
3
45
6
► 1. Hex bolt (left-handed) 2. Outer ange 3. Saw
blade 4. Ring 5. Inner ange 6. Spindle
1
2
3
4
5
► 1. Socket wrench 2. Blade case 3. Center cover
4. Hex bolt 5. Blade guard
Return the blade guard and center cover to its original
position. 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 the shaft lock has released spindle before making
cut.
Connecting a vacuum cleaner
When you wish to perform clean cutting operation,
connect a Makita vacuum cleaner.
Dust bag
1
2
3
► 1. Dust nozzle 2. Dust bag 3. Fastener
The use of the dust bag makes cutting operations
cleaner and dust collection easier. To attach the dust
bag, t 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 adhering to the insides which might
hamper further collection.

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Securing workpiece
WARNING:
• It is extremely important to always secure
the workpiece correctly with the proper type
of vise or crown molding stoppers. Failure to
do so may result in serious personal injury and
cause damage to the tool and/or the workpiece.
• After a cutting operation do not raise the
blade until it has come to a complete stop.
The raising of a coasting blade may result in
serious personal injury and damage to the
workpiece.
• When cutting a workpiece that is longer
than the support base of the saw, the mate-
rial should be supported the entire length
beyond the support base and at the same
height to keep the material level. Proper
workpiece support will help avoid blade pinch
and possible kickback which may result in seri-
ous personal injury. Do not rely solely on the
vertical vise and/or horizontal vise to secure the
workpiece. Thin material tends to sag. Support
workpiece over its entire length to avoid blade
pinch and possible KICKBACK.
12
► 1. Support 2. Turn base
Guide fence (SLIDING FENCES)
adjustment
1
2
► 1. Sliding fence 2. Clamping screw
WARNING:
• Before operating the tool, make sure that the
sliding fence is secured rmly.
• Before bevel-cutting, make sure that no part
of the tool, especially the blade, contacts
the sliding fence. when fully lowering and
raising the handle in any position and while
moving the carriage through its full range of
travel. If the blade makes contact the sliding
fence may result in kickback or unexpected
movement of the material and serious per-
sonal injury.
1
► 1. Sliding fence
CAUTION:
• When performing bevel cuts, slide the sliding
fence to the left and secure it as shown in the
gure. Otherwise, it will contact the blade or a
part of the tool, causing possible serious injury
to the operator.
This tool is equipped with the sliding fence which should
ordinarily be positioned as shown in the gure.
However, when performing left bevel cuts, set it to the
left position as shown in the gure if the tool head con-
tacts it.
When bevel-cutting operations are complete, don't for-
get to return the sliding fence to the original position and
secure it by rmly tightening the clamping screw.
Vertical vise
1 2
3
4
5
► 1. Vise arm 2. Vise knob 3. Vise rod 4. Screw
5. Guide fence

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The vertical vise can be installed on either the left or
right side of the guide fence. Insert the vise rod into the
hole in the guide fence and tighten the screw on the
back of the guide fence to secure the vise rod.
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 oppo-
site 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.
Press the workpiece at against the guide fence and the
turn base. Position the workpiece at the desired cutting
position and secure it rmly by tightening the vise knob.
WARNING:
• The workpiece must be secured rmly
against the turn base and guide fence with
the vise during all operations. If the workpiece
is not properly secured against the fence the
material may move during the cutting operation
causing possible damage to the blade, causing
the material to be thrown and loss of control
resulting in serious personal injury.
OPERATION
NOTICE:
• Before use, be sure to release the handle from the
lowered position by pulling the stopper pin.
• Do not apply excessive pressure on the handle
when cutting. Too much force may result in over-
load of the motor and/or decreased cutting ef-
ciency. Push down handle with only as much force
as is necessary for smooth cutting and without
signicant 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 preci-
sion 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.
WARNING:
• Make sure the blade is not contacting the
workpiece, etc. before the switch is turned
on.
Turning the tool on with the blade in contact with
the workpiece may result in kickback and seri-
ous personal injury.
1. Press cutting (cutting small
workpieces)
1
► 1. Locking screw
Workpieces up to 90 mm high and 60 mm wide
can be cut in the following manner.
Push the carriage toward the guide fence fully and
tighten the locking screw clockwise to secure the
carriage. Secure the workpiece correctly with the
proper type of 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 COMPLETE STOP before returning
the blade to its fully elevated position.
WARNING:
• Firmly tighten the knob clockwise so that
the carriage will not move during operation.
Insufcient tightening of the knob may cause
possible kickback which may result in serious
personal injury.
• Never cut so small workpiece which cannot
be securely held by the vise. Improperly held
workpiece may cause kickback and serious
personal injury.

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2. Slide (push) cutting (cutting wide
workpieces)
1
► 1. Locking screw
Loosen the locking screw counterclockwise so
that the carriage can slide freely. Secure the work-
piece with the proper type of 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 the handle down and
PUSH THE CARRIAGE TOWARD THE GUIDE
FENCE AND THROUGH 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.
WARNING:
• Whenever performing a slide cut, rst pull
the carriage full towards you and press the
handle all the way down, then push the car-
riage toward the guide fence. Never start the
cut with the carriage not pulled fully toward
you. If you perform the slide cut without the
carriage pulled fully toward you unexpected
kickback may occur and serious personal injury
may result.
• Never attempt to perform a slide cut by
pulling the carriage towards you. Pulling the
carriage towards you while cutting may cause
unexpected kickback resulting in possible seri-
ous personal injury.
• Never perform the slide cut with the handle
locked in the lowered position.
• Never loosen the locking screw which
secures the carriage while the blade is rotat-
ing. A loose carriage while cutting may cause
unexpected kickback resulting in possible in
serious personal injury.
3. Miter cutting
Refer to the previously covered "Adjusting the
miter angle".
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 rmly to secure the selected bevel angle safely.
Secure the workpiece with a vise. Make sure the car-
riage is pulled all the way back toward the operator.
Switch on the tool without the blade making any con-
tact 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.
WARNING:
• After setting the blade for a bevel cut, before
operating the tool ensure that the carriage
and blade will have free travel through-
out the entire range of the intended cut.
Interruption of the carriage or blade travel during
the cutting operation may result in kickback and
serious personal injury.
• While making a bevel cut keep hands out of
the path of the blade. The angle of the blade
may confuse the operator as to the actual blade
path while cutting and contact with the blade will
result in serious personal injury.
• The blade should not be raised until it has
come to a complete stop. During a bevel cut
the piece cut off may come to rest against the
blade. If the blade is raised while it is rotating
the cut-off piece maybe ejected by the blade
causing the material to fragment which may
result in serious personal injury.
NOTICE:
• When pressing down the handle, apply pressure
in parallel with the blade. If a force is applied
perpendicularly to the turn base or if the pressure
direction is changed during a cut, the precision of
the cut will be impaired.
• Before bevel-cutting, an adjustment of sliding
fence maybe required. Refer to the section titled
"Guide fence adjustment".

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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 the angle shown in
the table.
Miter angle Bevel angle
Left 0 - 45
Left and Right 0 - 45
When performing compound cutting, refer to
"Press cutting", "Slide cutting", "Miter cutting" and
"Bevel cut" explanations.
6. Cutting crown and cove moldings
Crown and cove moldings can be cut on a com-
pound miter saw with the moldings laid at on the
turn base.
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.
123
► 1. 52/38° type crown molding 2. 45° type crown
molding 3. 45° type cove molding
There are crown and cove molding joints which
are made to t "Inside" 90° corners ((1) and (2) in
Fig. A) and "Outside" 90° corners ((3) and (4) in
Fig. A).
(1) (2) (3) (4)
1 2
Fig.A
1. Inside corner 2. Outside corner
2
(1)
(2)
(1)
(2)
(2)
(1)
(2)
(1)
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
1
► 1. Inside corner 2. Outside corner
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 workpiece is the same as wall length.
Adjust cut length for angle of cut. Always use sev-
eral pieces for test cuts to check the saw angles.
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 sur-
face of the saw base as indicated in the table (B).
In the case of left bevel cut
Molding
position in
Fig. A
Bevel angle Miter angle
For outside
corner
For inside
corner
52/38° type 45° type
Right 31.6°
45° type
Left 33.9° Left 30°
52/38° type
Left 31.6° Left 35.3°
Right 35.3°
Right 35.3°Right 31.6°
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
Table (A)
Molding
position in
Fig. A
Molding edge against
guide fence
(1) Ceiling contact edge should
be against guide fence.
Ceiling contact edge should
be against guide fence.
For
outside
corner
Finished piece
will be on the
Left side of
blade.
Finished piece
will be on the
Right side of
blade.
For inside
corner
Wall contact edge should be
against guide fence.
Finished piece
(2)
(3)
(4)
Table (B)
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 nished piece to be used will always be
on the LEFT side of the blade after the cut has
been made.

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7. Cutting aluminum extrusion
1
2
3
4
5
► 1. Guide fence 2. Vise 3. Spacer block 4. Aluminum
extrusion 5. Spacer block
When securing aluminum extrusions, use spacer
blocks or pieces of scrap as shown in the gure to
prevent deformation of the aluminum. Use a cut-
ting lubricant when cutting the aluminum extrusion
to prevent build-up of the aluminum material on
the blade.
WARNING:
• Never attempt to cut thick or round alumi-
num extrusions. Thick or round aluminum
extrusions can be difcult to secure and may
work loose during the cutting operation which
may result in loss of control and serious per-
sonal injury.
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 gure concerning the dimensions for a
suggested wood facing.
15mm Over 450 mm
62mm-65mm
18 mm
45mm 103mm 65mm103mm
11
1. Holes
CAUTION:
• Use straight wood of even thickness as the
wood facing.
WARNING:
• Use screws to attach the wood facing to the
guide fence. The screws should be installed
so that the screw heads are below the sur-
face of the wood facing so that they will not
interfere with the positioning of the material
being cut. Misalignment of the material being
cut can case unexpected movement during the
cutting operation which may result in a loss of
control and serious personal injury.
NOTICE:
• 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.
9. Groove cutting
1
► 1. Cut grooves with blade
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
arm" section described 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 gure. Then remove the workpiece material
between the grooves with a chisel.
WARNING:
• Do not attempt to perform this type of cut
by using a wider type blade or dado blade.
Attempting to make a groove cut with a wider
blade or dado blade could lead to unexpected
cutting results and kickback which may result in
serious personal injury.
• Be sure to return the stopper arm to the
original position when performing other than
groove cutting. Attempting to make cuts with
the stopper arm in the incorrect position could
lead to unexpected cutting results and kickback
which may result in serious personal injury.
CAUTION:
• Be sure to return the stopper arm to the original
position when performing other than groove
cutting.

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Carrying tool
Make sure that the tool is unplugged. Secure the blade at
0° bevel angle and the turn base at the full right miter angle
position. Secure the slide poles so that the lower slide pole is
locked in the position of the carriage fully pulled to operator
and the upper poles are locked in the position of the carriage
fully pushed forward to the guide fence (refer to the section
titled "Slide lock adjustment ".) Lower the handle fully and
lock it in the lowered position by pushing in the stopper pin.
Wind the power supply cord using the cord rests.
WARNING:
• Stopper pin is only for carrying and storage
purposes and should never be used for any
cutting operations. The use of the stopper pin
for cutting operations may cause unexpected
movement of the saw blade resulting in kickback
and serious personal injury.
Carry the tool by holding both sides of the tool base
as shown in the gure. If you remove the holders, dust
bag, etc., you can carry the tool more easily.
CAUTION:
• Always secure all moving portions before carry-
ing the tool. If portions of the tool move or slide
while being carried loss of control or balance
may occur resulting in personal injury.
MAINTENANCE
WARNING:
• Always be sure that the tool is switched off
and unplugged before attempting to perform
inspection or maintenance. Failure to unplug
and switch off the tool may result in accidental
start up of the tool which may result in serious
personal injury.
• Always be sure that the blade is sharp and
clean for the best and safest performance.
Attempting a cut with a dull and /or dirty blade
may cause kickback and result in a serious
personal injury.
NOTICE:
• Never use gasoline, benzine, thinner, alcohol or
the like. Discoloration, deformation or cracks may
result.
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:
1. Miter angle
1
2
3
► 1. Guide fence 2. Hex bolts 3. Grip
Push the carriage toward the guide fence and
tighten the locking screw 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 clock-
wise 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 sockets bolts
securing the guide fence using the socket wrench.
12
► 1. Guide fence 2. Triangular rule
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 socket bolts on the guide
fence in order starting from the right side.

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1
2
3
► 1. Screw 2. Pointer 3. Miter scale
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°.
2. Bevel angle
(1) 0° bevel angle
1
2
► 1. Lever 2. Arm
Push the carriage toward the guide fence
and tighten the locking screw 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.
1
2
► 1. 0° adjusting bolt 2. Left 45° bevel angle adjusting
bolt
Turn the hex bolt on the right side of the arm
two or three revolutions counterclockwise to
tilt the blade to the right.
1
2
3
► 1. Triangular rule 2. Saw blade 3. Top surface of turn table
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. Then tighten the lever securely.
1
2
3
► 1. Screw 2. Pointer 3. Bevel scale
Make sure that the pointer on the arm point to 0°
on the bevel scale on the arm holder. If they do
not point to 0°, loosen the screw which secure the
pointer and adjust it so that it will point to 0°.
(2) 45° bevel angle
12
► 1. Right 5° bevel angle adjusting bolt 2. Left 45°
bevel angle adjusting bolt
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 45° bevel angle adjusting bolt on the right side
of the arm holder until the pointer points to 45°.