Makita LS0816F User manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL
MANUEL D'INSTRUCTION
MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES
Slide Compound Miter Saw
Scie à Onglet Radiale
Sierra de Inglete Telescópica
LS0816F
IMPORTANT: Read Before Using.
IMPORTANT : Lire avant usage.
IMPORTANTE: Lea antes de usar.
DOUBLE INSULATION
DOUBLE ISOLATION
DOBLE AISLAMIENTO

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ENGLISH (Original instructions)
SPECIFICATIONS
Model: LS0816F
Blade diameter 216 mm (8-1/2″)
Hole (arbor) diameter (country specic) 15.88 mm (5/8″)
Max. kerf thickness of the saw blade 2.8 mm (1/8″)
Max. miter angle Left 47°, Right 47°
Max. bevel angle Left 47°, Right 2°
No load speed (RPM) 5,000 /min
Dimensions (L x W x H) 476 mm x 705 mm x 521 mm (18-3/4″ x 27-3/4″ x 20-1/2″)
Net weight 13.9 kg (30.6 lbs)
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 di󰀨er from country to country.
•Weight according to EPTA-Procedure 01/2014
Cutting capacities (H x W) with ø216 mm (8-1/2″) saw blade
Miter angle Bevel angle
45° (left) 0° 2° (right)
0° 36 mm x 305 mm
(1-7/16” x 12”)
65 mm x 305 mm
(2-9/16” x 12”)
60 mm x 305 mm
(2-3/8” x 12”)
45° (left and right) 36 mm x 215 mm
(1-7/16” x 8-1/2”)
65 mm x 215 mm
(2-9/16” x 8-1/2”)
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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 unavoid-
able, use a Residual Current Device (RCD) protected
supply. Use of an RCD reduces the risk of electric shock.
7. 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.

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8. Do not touch the power plug with wet hands.
9. 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 o󰀨-position before connecting
to power source and/or BATTERY pack, pick-
ing 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.
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.
It is an employer's responsibility to enforce the
use of appropriate safety protective equipment
by the tool operators and by other persons 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 o󰀨. 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 detach-
able, from the power tool before making any
adjustments, changing accessories, or stor-
ing power tools. Such preventive safety mea-
sures 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 a󰀨ect 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 di󰀨erent 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.
To reduce the risk of electric shock, this equipment has
a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other).
This plug will t in a polarized outlet only one way. If the
plug does not t fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it
still does not t, contact a qualied electrician to install
the proper outlet. Do not change the plug in any way.
VOLTAGE WARNING: Before connecting the tool to a
power source (receptacle, outlet, etc.) be sure the volt-
age supplied is the same as that specied on the name-
plate of the tool. A power source with voltage greater
than that specied 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 number, the heavier the cord.

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Table 1: Minimum gage for cord
Ampere Rating Volts Total length of cord in feet
120V 25 ft. 50 ft. 100 ft. 150 ft.
220V - 240V 50 ft. 100 ft. 200 ft. 300 ft.
More Than Not More Than AWG
0 A 6 A –18 16 16 14
6 A 10 A 18 16 14 12
10 A 12 A 16 16 14 12
12 A 16 A 14 12 Not Recommended
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-o󰀨 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.
Fig.1
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 exten-
sions, 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 supported. If the cut-o󰀨 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-o󰀨 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-o󰀨 piece could get wedged against the blade
and thrown violently.

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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 o󰀨. 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-o󰀨 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 manual.
Use of an incorrectly sized saw blade may a󰀨ect the
proper guarding of the saw blade or guard operation
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 materials other than
specied.
Additional instructions
1. Intended use
The tool is intended for accurate straight and
miter cutting in wood. With appropriate saw
blades, aluminum can also be sawed. For
details, according to the section for OPERATION.
2. Make workshop kid proof with padlocks.
3. Never stand on the tool. Serious injury could
occur if the tool is tipped or if the cutting tool is
unintentionally contacted.
4. Never leave the tool running unattended. Turn
the power o󰀨. Do not leave tool until it comes
to a complete stop.
5.
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.
6. Keep hands out of path of saw blade. Avoid
contact with any coasting saw blade. It can still
cause severe injury.
7.
To reduce the risk of injury, return carriage to the
full rear position after each crosscut operation.
8. Always secure all moving portions before
carrying the tool.
9. Stopper pin or stopper lever which locks
the saw head down is for carrying and stor-
age purposes only and not for any cutting
operations.
10. Check the saw blade carefully for cracks or
damage before operation. Replace cracked
or damaged saw blade immediately. Gum and
wood pitch hardened on saw blades slows saw
and increases potential for kickback. Keep saw
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
saw blade.
11. While making a slide cut, KICKBACK can
occur. KICKBACK occurs when the saw
blade binds in the workpiece during a cutting
operation and the saw blade is driven rapidly
towards the operator. Loss of control and
serious personal injury can result. If saw blade
begins to bind during a cutting operation,
do not continue to cut and release switch
immediately.
12. Use only anges specied for this tool.
13. Be careful not to damage the arbor, anges
(especially the installing surface) or bolt.
Damage to these parts could result in saw
blade breakage.
14. 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.
15. Make sure the shaft lock is released before the
switch is turned on.
16. Be sure that the saw blade does not contact
the turn base in the lowest position.
17. Hold the handle rmly. Be aware that the saw
moves up or down slightly during start-up and
stopping.
18. Make sure the saw blade is not contacting the
workpiece before the switch is turned on.
19. 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 saw blade.
20. Stop operation immediately if you notice any-
thing abnormal.
21. Do not attempt to lock the trigger in the "ON"
position.
22. Always use accessories recommended in this
manual. Use of improper accessories such as
abrasive wheels may cause an injury.
23. 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 operating lamp
1. Do not look in the light or see the source of
light directly.
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.

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Symbols
The followings show the symbols used for tool.
Read instruction manual.
volts
amperes
hertz
no load speed
alternating current
Class II Construction
revolutions or reciprocation per minute
Do not place hand or ngers close to the
blade.
PARTS DESCRIPTION
27
4
5
6
10
7
8
11
12 13 14 15 17 18 19
21
16
22
1
24
25
26 23
20
2
3
9
Fig.2
1Adjusting screw (for
lower limit position)
2Stopper arm 3Dust bag 4Thumb screw (for car-
riage sliding)
5Pointer (for bevel angle) 6Bevel angle scale 7Slide pole 8Vertical vise
9Sliding fence 10 0° adjusting bolt (for
bevel angle)
11 Guide fence 12 Sub base
13 Turn base 14 Miter angle scale 15 Pointer (for miter angle) 16 Kerf board
17 Adjusting bolt (for turn
base)
18 Lock lever (for turn base) 19 Grip (for turn base) 20 Dust collecting guard
21 Blade guard 22 Lamp 23 Handle (for operation) 24 Switch trigger
25 Hole for padlock 26 Lock-o󰀨 button 27 Carry handle - -

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12
3
4
6
5
89
7
Fig.3
1Lamp switch 2Shaft lock 3Adjusting bolt (for maxi-
mum cutting capacity)
4Stopper pin (for carriage
elevation)
5Set plate 6Hex wrench 745° adjusting bolt (for
bevel angle)
8Lever (for bevel angle)
9Releasing button (for
bevel angle)
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INSTALLATION
Bench mounting
WARNING: Ensure that the tool does 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.
1. Fix the base to a level and stable surface, screwing with
the bolts. This helps to prevent from tipping and possible injury.
1
2
Fig.4
► 1. Bolt 2. Mounting hole
2. Turn the adjusting bolt clockwise or counterclock-
wise so that it comes into a contact with the oor sur-
face to keep the tool stable.
1
Fig.5
► 1. Adjusting bolt

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FUNCTIONAL
DESCRIPTION
WARNING: Always be sure that the tool is
switched o󰀨 and unplugged before adjusting or
checking function on the tool. Failure to switch o󰀨
and unplug the tool may result in serious personal
injury from accidental start-up.
Handle lock
CAUTION: Always hold the handle when
releasing the stopper pin. Otherwise the handle
springs up and it may result in personal injury.
When the tool is shipped, the handle is locked in the
lowered position with the stopper pin. To unlock the
handle, pull the stopper pin while lowering the handle
slightly.
1
Fig.6
► 1. Stopper pin
Slide lock
To allow the sliding movement of the carriage, loosen
thumb screw on the arm. To lock the sliding movement
of the carriage, move the carriage to your desired posi-
tion, and then tighten the thumb screw securely.
1
2
Fig.7
► 1. Thumb screw 2. Arm
Blade guard
WARNING: Never defeat or remove the blade
guard or the spring which is attached to the
guard. An exposed circular saw blade as a result
of defeated guarding may result in serious personal
injury during operation.
WARNING: Never use the tool if the blade
guard or spring is damaged, faulty or removed.
Operation of the tool with a damaged, faulty or
removed guard may result in serious personal injury.
CAUTION: Always maintain the blade guard
in good condition for safe operation. Stop the
operation immediately if there are any irregularity
of the blade guard. Check to assure spring loaded
return action of guard.
When lowering the handle, the blade guard raises
automatically. The guard is spring loaded so it returns to
its original position when the cut is completed and the
handle is raised.
1
Fig.8
► 1. Blade guard

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Cleaning
If the transparent blade guard becomes dirty, or saw-
dust adheres to the transparent blade guard in such
a way that the circular saw blade and/or workpiece is
no longer easily visible, unplug the tool 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.
Follow the step-by-step instructions listed on how to
prepare for cleaning.
1. Make sure that the tool is switched o󰀨 and
unplugged.
2. Turn the hex socket bolt counterclockwise using
the supplied hex wrench with holding the center cover.
3. Raise the blade guard and center cover.
4. When cleaning is complete, return the center
cover and tighten the hex socket bolt by performing the
steps above in reverse.
1
2
3
4
Fig.9
► 1. Hex wrench 2. Hex socket bolt 3. Center cover
4. Blade guard
WARNING: Do not remove spring holding
blade guard. If guard becomes damaged in course
of time or UV light exposure, contact a Makita ser-
vice center for replacement. DO NOT DEFEAT OR
REMOVE GUARD.
Positioning kerf boards
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 circular saw
blade does not contact the kerf boards. Before use,
adjust the kerf boards as follows:
1. Make sure that the tool is unplugged. Then, loosen
all the screws (three each on left and right) securing the
kerf boards.
12
Fig.10
► 1. Kerf board 2. Screw
2. Re-tighten them only to the extent that the kerf
boards can still be easily moved by hand.
3. Lower the handle fully, then lock the handle in the
lowered position with the stopper pin.
4. Loosen thumb screw on the arm which secures
the sliding movement of the carriage.
Pull the carriage toward you fully.
1
2
Fig.11
► 1. Thumb screw 2. Arm

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5. Adjust the kerf boards so that they are close to the
sides of the saw blade teeth.
Fig.12
1 1
22
33
45
Fig.13
► 1. Circular saw blade 2. Blade teeth 3. Kerf board
4. Left bevel cut 5. Straight cut
6. Tighten the front screws (do not tighten rmly).
7. Slide the carriage to the position between the front
end of the kerf boards and guide fences. Adjust the kerf
boards so that they are close to the
sides of the saw blade teeth.
8. Tighten the center screws (do not tighten rmly).
9. Push the carriage toward the guide fences fully
and then adjust the kerf boards so that they are close to
the sides of the saw blade teeth.
10. Tighten the rear screws (do not tighten rmly).
11. Release the stopper pin for handle lock 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 helps to provide proper
support of the workpiece and minimizing workpiece
tear out.
Maintaining maximum cutting
capacity
This tool is factory adjusted to provide the maximum
cutting capacity for a 216 mm (8-1/2") circular saw
blade.
When installing a new circular saw blade, always check
the lower limit position of the circular saw blade, and if
necessary, adjust it as follows:
1. Unplug the tool. Then, push the carriage toward
the guide fence fully and lower the handle completely.
2. Use the hex wrench (screwdriver side) to turn the
adjusting bolt until the circular saw blade comes slightly
below the cross section of the guide fence and the top
surface of the turn base.
1
2
Fig.14
► 1. Adjusting bolt 2. Guide fence
Fig.15

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3. Rotate the circular saw blade by hand while
holding the handle all the way down to be sure that
the circular saw blade does not contact any part of the
lower base. Re-adjust the maximum cutting capacity, if
necessary.
WARNING: After installing a new circular saw
blade and with the tool is unplugged, always be
sure that the circular saw blade does not contact
any part of the lower base when the handle is
lowered completely. If the circular saw blade con-
tacts with the base, it may cause kickback and result
in serious personal injury.
Fig.16
Stopper arm
The lower limit position of the saw blade can be easily
adjusted with the stopper arm. To adjust the lower limit,
turn the stopper arm in the direction of the arrow as
shown in the gure. Turn the adjusting screw so that the
saw blade stops at the desired position when lowering
the handle fully.
1
2
Fig.17
► 1. Stopper arm 2. Adjusting screw
Adjusting the miter angle
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.
Rotate the grip counterclockwise to unlock the turn
base. Turn the grip while holding up the lock lever to
move the turn base. Align the pointer with your desired
angle in the miter angle scale then tighten the grip.
2
13
Fig.18
► 1. Lock lever 2. Grip 3. Pointer
Positive stop function
This miter saw employs positive stop function. You can
set 0°, 15°, 22.5°, 31.6°, and 45° right/left miter angle
quickly. To use this function, move the turn base close
to your desired positive stop angle while holding up the
lock lever. Then release the lock lever and move the
turn base to your desired positive stop angle until the
turn base is locked.
Adjusting the bevel angle
CAUTION: After changing the bevel angle,
always secure the arm by tightening the lever
clockwise.
NOTICE: Always remove vertical vise before
adjusting the bevel angle.
NOTICE: When tilting the circular saw blade, be
sure that the carriage is fully raised.
NOTICE: When changing bevel angles, be sure
to reposition the kerf boards appropriately as
explained in the section for positioning kerf
boards.
NOTICE: Do not tighten the lever too hard. Doing
so may cause malfunction of the locking mecha-
nism of the bevel angle.

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Tilting the circular saw blade to the
left 0° - 45°
1. Rotate the lever counterclockwise.
2. Hold the handle and tilt the carriage to the left.
3. Align the pointer with your desired angle in the
bevel angle scale.
4. Tighten the lever clockwise to secure the arm.
1
2
34
Fig.19
► 1. Lever 2. Handle 3. Pointer 4. Bevel angle scale
Tilting the circular saw blade beyond
the left 0° - 45°
1. Rotate the lever counterclockwise.
2. Hold the handle and set the carriage at 0° for right
2° side, or 45° for left 47° side.
3. Tilt the carriage slightly to opposite side.
4. Push the releasing button.
5. Tilt the carriage to the desired position beyond the
range 0° - 45°.
6. Tighten the lever clockwise to secure the arm.
When tilting the carriage to the right 2°
13
2
Fig.20
► 1. Lever 2. Handle 3. Releasing button

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When tilting the carriage to the left 47°
1
2
3
Fig.21
► 1. Lever 2. Handle 3. Releasing button
Switch action
WARNING: Before plugging in the tool,
always check to see that the switch trigger actu-
ates properly and returns to the "OFF" position
when released. Do not pull the switch trigger hard
without pressing in the lock-o󰀨 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.
WARNING: NEVER use tool without a fully
operative switch trigger. Any tool with an inoper-
ative switch is HIGHLY DANGEROUS and must be
repaired before further usage or serious personal
injury may occur.
WARNING: NEVER defeat the lock-o󰀨 button
by taping down or some other means. A switch with
a negated lock-o󰀨 button may result in unintentional
operation and serious personal injury.
WARNING: NEVER use the tool if it runs when
you simply pull the switch trigger without press-
ing the lock-o󰀨 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 further usage.
To prevent the switch trigger from being accidentally
pulled, a lock-o󰀨 button is provided. To start the tool,
press in the lock-o󰀨 button and pull the switch trigger.
Release the switch trigger to stop.
A hole is provided in the switch trigger for insertion of a
padlock to lock the tool o󰀨.
1
23
Fig.22
► 1. Switch trigger 2. Lock-o󰀨 button 3. Hole for
padlock
WARNING: Do not use a lock with a shank or
cable any smaller than 6.35 mm (1/4") in diameter.
A smaller shank or cable may not properly lock the
tool in the o󰀨 position and unintentional operation
may occur resulting in serious personal injury.
Casting a cutting line
CAUTION: The lamp is not a rainproof. Do not
wash the lamp in water or use it in a rain or a wet
area. Such a conduct can cause an electric shock
and fume.
CAUTION: Do not touch the lens of the lamp
as it is very hot while it is lighted or shortly after it
is turned o󰀨. This may cause burns.
CAUTION: Do not apply impact to the lamp,
which may cause damage or shortened service
time to it.
CAUTION: Do not look in the light or see the
source of light directly.

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The LED lamp casts a light over the circular saw blade,
and a shadow of the saw blade falls onto a workpiece
serving as a calibration-free cutting line indicator. Press
the lamp switch to shed a light. A line appears in which
the saw blade will meet the surface of the workpiece,
becoming deepened as the saw blade gets lowered.
1
2
3
Fig.23
► 1. Lamp switch 2. Lamp 3. Cutting line
The indicator helps cut through an existing cut-o󰀨 line
penciled on a workpiece.
1. Hold the handle and lower the circular saw blade
so a dense shadow of the saw blade is thrown against a
workpiece.
2. Align a cut-o󰀨 line drawn on the workpiece with
the shadowed cutting line.
3. Adjust the miter angles and bevel angles if
necessary.
NOTE: Be sure to turn o󰀨 the lamp switch after use.
Otherwise the lamp stays hot.
Electronic function
Electric brake
This tool is equipped with an electric blade brake. If the
tool consistently fails to quickly stop the blade after the
switch trigger is released, have the tool serviced at a
Makita service center.
CAUTION: The blade brake system is not a
substitute for the blade guard. Never use tool
without a functioning blade guard. An unguarded
blade may result in serious personal injury.
Soft start feature
This function allows the smooth start-up of the tool by
limiting the start-up torque.
ASSEMBLY
WARNING: Always be sure that the tool is
switched o󰀨 and unplugged before working on
the tool. Failure to switch o󰀨 and unplug the tool may
result in serious personal injury.
Hex wrench storage
When not in use, store the hex wrench as shown in the
gure to keep it from being lost.
1
Fig.24
► 1. Hex wrench
Installing or removing circular saw
blade
WARNING: Always be sure that the tool is
switched o󰀨 and unplugged before removing and
installing the circular saw blade. Accidental startup
of the tool may result in serious personal injury.
WARNING: Use only the Makita wrench pro-
vided to remove and install the circular saw blade.
Failure to use the wrench may result in overtightening
or insu󰀩cient tightening of the hex socket bolt and
serious personal injury.
WARNING: Never use or substitute the parts
which are not supplied with this tool. Using such
parts can cause serious personal injury.
WARNING: After installing the circular
saw blade, always make sure that it is securely
installed. Loose attachment of the circular saw blade
can cause serious personal injury.

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Common preparations for installing
or removing the circular saw blade
1. Unlock the carriage by pulling the stopper pin,
then move the carriage to the raised position.
2. Loosen the hex socket bolt holding the center
cover using the hex wrench. Then, raise the blade
guard and center cover.
1
2
3
4
Fig.25
► 1. Hex wrench 2. Hex socket bolt 3. Center cover
4. Blade guard
Installing the circular saw blade
CAUTION: Make sure to install the circular
saw blade so that the direction of the arrow on
the circular saw blade matches that on the blade
case. Failure to do so may result in personal injury
and cause damage to the tool and/or the workpiece.
1. Complete the steps in the "Common preparations
for installing or removing the circular saw blade".
2. Press the shaft lock to lock the spindle and use
the hex wrench to loosen the hex socket bolt clockwise.
Then remove the hex socket bolt and outer ange.
12
3
Fig.26
► 1. Hex socket bolt (left-handed) 2. Outer ange
3. Shaft lock
3. Mount the circular saw blade carefully onto the
inner ange. Make sure that the direction of the arrow
on the circular saw blade matches the direction of the
arrow on the blade case.
1
Fig.27
► 1. Arrow
4. Install the outer ange and hex socket bolt.
Tighten the hex socket bolt (left-handed) counterclock-
wise securely using the hex wrench while pressing the
shaft lock.
14
235
Fig.28
► 1. Hex socket bolt (left-handed) 2. Outer ange
3. Circular saw blade 4. Inner ange 5. Spindle

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12
3
Fig.29
►
1. Hex socket bolt (left-handed) 2. Outer ange 3. Shaft lock
5. Return the blade guard and center cover to its original posi-
tion. Then tighten the hex socket bolt of the center cover to secure it.
Lower the carriage and check that the blade guard moves properly.
1
3
4
2
Fig.30
►
1. Hex wrench 2. Hex socket bolt 3. Center cover 4. Blade guard
Removing the circular saw blade
1. Complete the steps in the "Common preparations
for installing or removing the circular saw blade".
2.
Press the shaft lock to lock the spindle. Loosen the hex
socket bolt clockwise using the hex wrench. Then remove the
hex socket bolt, outer ange and circular saw blade.
12
3
Fig.31
►
1. Hex socket bolt (left-handed) 2. Outer ange 3. Shaft lock
3. If the inner ange is removed, install it on the spin-
dle with its blade mounting part facing the circular saw
blade. If the ange is installed incorrectly, the ange will
rub against the machine.
14
235
Fig.32
► 1. Hex socket bolt (left-handed) 2. Outer ange
3. Circular saw blade 4. Inner ange 5. Spindle
NOTICE: Be careful not to lose the removed outer
ange and hex socket bolt.
Connecting a vacuum cleaner
When you wish to perform clean cutting operation,
connect a Makita vacuum cleaner.
NOTICE: Depending on the type of vacuum cleaner
and hose used, the dust collecting port may be
blocked by the dust collecting guard, making it impos-
sible to collect dust. In that case, weaken the suction
power of the vacuum cleaner.
1
Fig.33
► 1. Dust collecting guard

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Dust bag
CAUTION: When performing a cutting, always
attach the dust bag or connect a vacuum cleaner
to prevent dust-related hazards.
The use of the dust bag makes cutting operations clean
and dust collection easy. To attach the dust bag, con-
nect the dust bag to the dust nozzle.
1
2
Fig.34
► 1. Dust bag 2. 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.
1
Fig.35
► 1. Fastener
Securing workpiece
WARNING: It is extremely important to always
secure the workpiece correctly with the proper
type of vise. Failure to do so may result in serious
personal injury and cause damage to the tool and/or
the workpiece.
WARNING: After a cutting operation, do not
raise the saw blade until it has come to a com-
plete stop. The raising of a coasting saw blade may
result in serious personal injury and damage to the
workpiece.
WARNING: When cutting a workpiece that is
longer than the support base of the miter saw, the
material 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 serious personal injury. Do not
rely solely on the vertical vise to secure the work-
piece. Thin material tends to sag. Support workpiece
over its entire length to avoid blade pinch and possi-
ble KICKBACK.
2
1
Fig.36
► 1. Support 2. Turn base
Guide fences
WARNING: Before operating the tool, make
sure that the sliding fence is secured with the
clamping screw rmly.
WARNING: Before bevel-cutting, make sure
that no part of the tool, especially the circular
saw blade, contacts the fences when fully low-
ering and raising the handle in any position and
while moving the carriage through its full range
of travel. If the tool or circular saw blade makes
contact with the fence, this may result in kickback or
unexpected movement of the material and serious
personal injury.

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This tool is equipped with the sliding fence. When per-
forming left bevel cuts, loosen the clamping screw and
move the sliding fence so that it does not hinder the
carriage movement. Secure the sliding fence by tighten-
ing the clamping screw.
2
1
3
Fig.37
► 1. Sliding fence 2. Guide fence 3. Clamping screw
Vertical vise
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 pos-
sible damage to the saw blade, causing the material
to be thrown and loss of control resulting in serious
personal injury.
The vertical vise can be installed into the holes on the
left side of the base, right side of the base, or left side of
the sub base.
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.
Make sure that no part of the tool contacts the vertical
vise when lowering the handle all the way. If some part
contacts the vertical vise, re-position the vertical vise.
12
Fig.38
► 1. Hole 2. Vise knob
Sub base
WARNING: Always support a long workpiece
so it is level with the top surface of the turn base
for an accurate cut and to prevent dangerous loss
of tool control. Proper workpiece support will help
avoid blade pinch and possible kickback which may
result in serious personal injury.
WARNING: Before the cutting operation,
always be sure that the sub bases are secured by
the thumb screws.
To hold long workpieces horizontally, sub bases are
provided on both sides of the tool. Loosen the thumb
screws and extend the sub bases to the appropriate
length for holding the workpiece. Then tighten the
thumb screws.
1
2
Fig.39
► 1. Sub base 2. Thumb screw
When cutting, place the workpiece at against the guide
fences.
1
2
Fig.40
► 1. Guide fence 2. Sub base

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OPERATION
This tool is intended to cut wood products. With appro-
priate Makita genuine saw blades, following materials
can also be sawed :
—Aluminum products
Refer to our website or contact your local Makita dealer
for the correct circular saw blades to be used for the
material to be cut.
WARNING: Make sure the saw blade is not
contacting the workpiece, etc. before the switch
is turned on. Turning the tool on with the saw blade
in contact with the workpiece may result in kickback
and serious personal injury.
WARNING: After a cutting operation, do not
raise the saw blade until it has come to a com-
plete stop. The raising of a coasting saw blade may
result in serious personal injury and damage to the
workpiece.
WARNING: Do not perform any adjustment
such as turning grip, knob, and levers on the tool
while the saw blade is rotating. Adjustment while
the saw blade is rotating may result in serious per-
sonal injury.
CAUTION: Do not release the saw head
uncontrolled from the fully down position.
Uncontrolled saw head may hit you and it will result in
personal injury.
NOTICE: Before use, be sure to unlock the stop-
per pin and release the handle from the lowered
position.
NOTICE: Do not apply excessive pressure on the
handle when cutting. Too much force may result in
overload of the motor and/or decreased cutting e󰀩-
ciency. Press down handle with only as much force as
necessary for smooth cutting and without signicant
decrease in blade speed.
NOTICE: Gently press down the handle to per-
form the cut. If the handle is pressed down with force
or if lateral force is applied, the saw blade may vibrate
and leave a mark (saw mark) in the workpiece and
the precision of the cut may be impaired.
NOTICE: 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.
Press cutting
WARNING: Always lock the sliding movement
of the carriage when performing a press cutting.
Cutting without lock may cause possible kickback
which may result in serious personal injury.
Workpieces up to 65 mm (2-9/16″) high and 80 mm
(3-1/8″) wide can be cut in the following manner.
1. Push the carriage toward the guide fence until it
stops and lock it with the thumb screw.
2. Secure the workpiece with the proper type of vise.
3. Switch on the tool without the circular saw blade
making any contact and wait until the circular saw blade
attains full speed before lowering.
4. Gently lower the handle to the fully lowered posi-
tion to cut the workpiece.
5. When the cut is completed, switch o󰀨 the tool and
wait until the circular saw blade has come to a com-
plete stop before returning the circular saw blade to its
fully elevated position.
1
Fig.41
► 1. Thumb screw
Slide (push) cutting (cutting wide
workpieces)
WARNING: Whenever performing a slide cut,
rst pull the carriage full towards you and press the
handle all the way down, then push the carriage 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.
WARNING: Never attempt to perform a slide cut
by pulling the carriage towards you. Pulling the car-
riage towards you while cutting may cause unexpected
kickback resulting in possible serious personal injury.
WARNING: Never perform the slide cut with
the handle locked in the lowered position.
1. Loosen the thumb screw so that the carriage can
slide freely.
2. Secure the workpiece with the proper type of vise.
3. Pull the carriage toward you fully.
4. Switch on the tool without the circular saw blade
making any contact and wait until the saw blade attains
full speed.

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5. Press the handle down and push the carriage
toward the guide fence and through the workpiece.
6.
When the cut is completed, switch o󰀨 the tool and
wait until the saw blade has come to a complete stop
before returning the saw blade to its fully elevated position.
1
Fig.42
► 1. Thumb screw
Miter cutting
Refer to the section for adjusting the miter angle.
Bevel cut
WARNING: After setting the saw blade for a
bevel cut, ensure that the carriage and saw blade will
have free travel throughout the entire range of the
intended cut before operating the tool. Interruption of
the carriage or blade travel during the cutting operation
may result in kickback and serious personal injury.
WARNING: While making a bevel cut, keep
hands out of the path of the saw blade. The angle
of the saw blade may confuse the operator as to the
actual blade path while cutting and contact with the
saw blade will result in serious personal injury.
WARNING: The saw blade should not be raised
until it has come to a complete stop. During a bevel cut,
the piece cut o󰀨 may come to rest against the saw blade. If
the saw blade is raised while it is rotating, the cut-o󰀨 piece
may be ejected by the saw 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 saw blade. If a force
is applied perpendicularly to the turn base or if the
pressure direction is changed during a cut, the preci-
sion of the cut will be impaired.
1. Set the sliding fence on the left to prevent the
carriage from contacting.
2. Unlock the stopper pin and loosen thumb screw
on the arm so that the carriage can be elevated and slid
freely.
3. Adjust the bevel angle according to the procedure
explained in the section for bevel angle adjustment.
Then tighten the grip.
4. Secure the workpiece with a vise.
5. Pull the carriage toward you fully.
6. Switch on the tool without the circular saw blade
making any contact and wait until the circular saw blade
attains full speed.
7. Gently lower the handle to the fully lowered posi-
tion while applying pressure in parallel with the circular
saw blade and push the carriage toward the guide
fence to cut the workpiece.
8. When the cut is completed, switch o󰀨 the tool and
wait until the circular saw blade has come to a com-
plete stop before returning the saw blade to its fully
elevated position.
Fig.43
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 and Right 0° - 45° Left 0° - 45°
When performing compound cutting, refer to the section
for press cutting, slide (push) cutting, miter cutting and
bevel cut.