Bushnell Saw LS1440 User's Manual
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1.2. are less likely to bind and are easier to control 22 Use the power tool accessories and tool bits etc in accordance with these instructions and in the manner intended for the particular type of power tool taking into account the working con ditions and the work to be performed Use of the power tool for operations different from those intended could result in a hazardous situation Service 23 24 25 ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES 10 11 12 13 Wear eye protection Keep hands out of path of saw blade Avoid con tact with any coasting blade It can still cause severe injury 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 posi tion Do not perform any operation freehand The workpiece must be secured firmly against the turn base and guide fence with the vise during all opera tions Never use your hand to secure the workpiece Never reach around saw blade Turn off tool and wait for saw blade to stop before moving workpiece or changing settings Unplug tool before changing blade or servicing Don t use the tool in the presence of flammable liq uids or gases Check the blade carefully for cracks or damage before operation Replace cracked or damaged blade immediately Use only flanges specified for this tool Be car
3. DAMAGED FAULTY OR REMOVED DOING SO IS HIGHLY DANGEROUS AND CAN CAUSE SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY If the see through blade guard becomes dirty or sawdust adheres to it in such a way that the blade is no longer easily visible unplug the saw and clean the guard carefully with a damp cloth Do not use solvents or any petroleum based cleaners on the plastic guard If the blade guard is especially dirty and vision through the guard is impaired use the supplied socket wrench to loosen the hex bolt holding the center cover Loosen the hex bolt by turning it counterclockwise and raise the blade guard and center cover With the blade guard so positioned cleaning can be more completely and efficiently accomplished When cleaning is complete reverse procedure above and secure bolt Do not remove spring holding blade guard If guard becomes discolored through age or UV light exposure contact a Mak ita service center for a new guard DO NOT DEFEAT OR REMOVE GUARD 002150 1 Turn base 2 Kerf board 002151 1 Gear housing 2 Hex nut 3 Adjusting bolt 001540 1 Top surface of turn base 2 Periphery of blade 3 Guide fence 002152 1 Pointer 2 Lock lever 3 Miter scale 4 Grip Kerf board This tool is provided with the kerf board in the turn base to minimize tearing on the exit side of a cut If the kerf groove has not yet been cut in the kerf board by the factory you should cut the groove before actually using the t
4. caught in moving parts If devices are provided for the connection of dust extraction and collection facilities ensure these are connected and properly used Use of these devices can reduce dust related hazards Power tool use and care 16 17 18 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 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 Disconnect the plug from the power source and or the battery pack from the power tool before making any adjustments changing accessories 19 20 21 or storing power tools Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the power tool accidentally 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 Maintain power tools Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts breakage of parts and any other condition that may affect the power tools operation If damaged have the power tool repaired before use Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained power tools Keep cutting tools sharp and clean Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges
5. lowered position by turning the handle latch to the locked position 002263 Carry the tool by holding both sides of the tool base as shown in the figure If you remove the holders dust bag etc you can carry the tool more easily CAUTION Always secure all moving portions before carrying the tool Handle latch is for carrying and storage purposes only and not for any cutting operations 13 MAINTENANCE 002162 1 Hex bolt 002163 1 Guide fence 2 Triangular rule 002265 1 Pointer 2 Screws 3 Miter scale 14 A CAUTION Always be sure that the tool is switched off and unplugged before attempting to perform inspection or maintenance WARNING Always be sure that the blade is sharp and clean for the best and safest performance Adjusting the cutting angle This tool is carefully adjusted and aligned at the factory but rough handling may have affected the alignment If your tool is not aligned properly perform the following Loosen the grip which secures the turn base Turn the turn base so that the pointer points to 0 on the miter scale Then turn the turn base slightly clockwise and counterclockwise to seat the turn base in the 0 miter notch Leave as it is if the pointer does not point to 0 Loosen the hex bolts securing the guide fence using the socket wrench Lower the handle fully and lock it in the lowered position by turning the handle latch to the locked position Squar
6. screws firmly to secure the holders and the holder assembly When cutting long workpieces use the holder rod assembly optional acces sory It consists of two holder assemblies and two rods 12 A CAUTION e Always support long workpieces level with the top surface of the turn base for accurate cuts and to prevent dangerous loss of control of the tool A CAUTION e Before use be sure to release the handle from the lowered position by turning the handle latch to the released position e Make sure the blade is not contacting the workpiece etc before the switch is turned on e Do not apply excessive pressure on the handle when cutting Too much force may result in overload of the motor and or decreased cutting efficiency Push down handle with only as much force as is necessary for smooth cutting and without significant decrease in blade speed e 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 11 leave a mark saw mark in the workpiece and the precision of the cut will be impaired 002159 1 Press cutting Secure the workpiece with the vise Switch on the tool without the blade making any contact and wait until the blade attains full speed before low ering 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 C
7. trigger in the on position Be alert at all times especially during repetitive monotonous operations Don t be lulled into a false sense of security Blades are extremely unforgiving Always use accessories recommended in this man ual Use of improper accessories such as abrasive wheels may cause an injury Do not use the saw to cut other than aluminum wood or similar materials Connect miter saws to a dust collecting device when sawing 27 28 29 30 31 Select saw blades in relation to the material to be cut Take care when slotting Replace the kerf board when worn Do not use saw blades manufactured from high speed steel Some dust created from operation contains chemicals known to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm Some examples of these chemicals are e lead from lead based painted material e arsenic and chromium from chemically treated lumber Your risk from these exposures varies depend ing on how often you do this type of work To 32 33 34 35 SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS reduce your exposure to these chemicals work in a well ventilated area and work with approved safety equipment such as those dust masks that are specially designed to filter out micro scopic particles To reduce the emitted noise always be sure that the blade is sharp and clean The operator is adequately trained in the use adjustment and operation of the machine Use correctl
8. while returning the blade guard to its original fully closed position Then tighten the hex bolt clock wise to secure the center cover Lower the handle to make sure that the blade guard moves properly Make sure shaft lock has released spindle before mak ing cut Dust bag The use of the dust bag makes cutting operations clean and dust collection easy To attach the dust bag fit it onto the dust nozzle When the dust bag is about half full remove the dust bag from the tool and pull the fastener out Empty the dust bag of its contents tapping it lightly so as to remove particles adhering to the insides which might hamper further collec tion NOTE If you connect a Makita vacuum cleaner to your saw more efficient and cleaner operations can be performed Securing workpiece N WARNING e It is extremely important to always secure the workpiece properly and tightly with the vise Failure to do so can cause the tool to be damaged and or the workpiece to be destroyed PERSONAL INJURY MAY ALSO RESULT Also after a cutting operation DO NOT raise the blade until the blade has come to a complete stop A CAUTION e When cutting long workpieces use supports that are as high as the top surface level of the turn base Do not rely solely on the vertical vise and or horizontal vise to secure the workpiece Thin material tends to sag Support workpiece over its entire length to avoid blade pinch and possible KICKBACK 002158
9. 1 Projection 2 Vise knob 001809 1 Holder 2 Holder assembly 001810 1 Holder assembly 2 Rod 12 OPERATION Horizontal vise Accessory The horizontal vise can be installed on either the left or right side of the base When performing 15 or greater miter cuts install the horizontal vise on the side opposite the direction in which the turn base is to be turned By turning the vise knob counterclockwise the screw is released and the vise shaft can be moved rapidly in and out By turning the vise knob clockwise the screw remains secured To grip the workpiece turn the vise knob gently clockwise until the projection reaches its topmost position then fasten securely If the vise knob is forced in or pulled out while being turned clockwise the projection may stop at an angle In this case turn the vise knob back counterclockwise until the screw is released before turning again gently clockwise A CAUTION e Grip the workpiece only when the projection is at the topmost position Failure to do so may result in insufficient securing of the workpiece This could cause the workpiece to be thrown cause damage to the blade or cause the loss of control which can result in PERSONAL INJURY Holders and holder assembly optional accessories The holders and the holder assembly can be installed on either side as a con venient means of supporting workpieces horizontally Install them as shown in the figure Then tighten the
10. FETY RULES A WARNING Read all instructions Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock fire and or serious injury The term power tool in all of the warnings listed below refers to your mains operated corded power tool or battery operated cordless power tool SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Work area safety 1 Keep work area clean and well lit Cluttered and dark areas invite accidents Do not operate power tools in explosive atmos pheres such as in the presence of flammable liquids gases or dust Power tools create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes Keep children and bystanders away while oper ating a power tool Distractions can cause you to lose control Electrical safety 4 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 Unmodified plugs and matching outlets will reduce risk of electric shock Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces such as pipes radiators ranges and refrigerators There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is earthed or grounded Do not expose power tools to rain or wet condi tions Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of electric shock 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 entangle
11. HSITON3 Taa kita Miter Saw MODEL LS1440 eae INSULATION INSTRUCTION MANUAL A WARNING For your personal safety READ and UNDERSTAND before using SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE SPECIFICATIONS Blade diameter u en a RARER DEDE RERAR AAA n Ennan nnana 355 mm Hole diameter eee a cas orc A A 25 mm and 25 4 mm Max Miter angle se ee rare Left 45 Right 45 Max Cutting capacities H x W 0 45 left and right 122 mm x 152 mm 122 mm x 115 mm Ne bad peen min er nee ee 3 200 Dimensions LXW X Aether 530 mm x 596 mm x 610 mm Net We aI nee 34 kg SA el Sean 0 E A E a II e Due to our continuing programme of research and development the specifications herein are subject to change without notice e Note Specifications may differ from country to country SYMBOLS END201 1 The following show the symbols used for the tool Be sure that you understand their meaning before use li A Read instruction manual 0 DEE en DOUBLE INSULATION Intended use The tool is intended for accurate straight and miter cut ting 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 in accordance with European Standard and can therefore also be used from sockets without earth wire GENERAL SA
12. OMPLETE STOP before return ing the blade to its fully elevated position 2 Miter cutting Refer to the previously covered Adjusting the miter angle 3 Cutting aluminum extrusion When securing aluminum extrusions use spacer blocks or pieces of scrap as shown in the figure to prevent deformation of the aluminum Use a cutting lubricant when cutting the aluminum extrusion to prevent build up of the aluminum material on the blade A CAUTION e Never attempt to cut thick or round aluminum extrusions Thick aluminum extrusions may come loose during operation and round aluminum extrusions cannot be secured firmly with this tool 1 Horizontal vise 2 Spacer block 3 Aluminum extrusion 4 Guide fence 002160 4 Wood facing Use of wood facing helps to assure splinter free cuts in workpieces Attach a wood facing to the guide fence using the holes in the guide fence See the figure concerning the dimensions for a suggested wood facing 004856 Over 480mm 1 Guide fence 2 Wood facing La 64mm 154mm 154mm 64mm 12 003640 Blade Wood facing Wood facing Workpiece There should be no gap between the blade the wood facing and the workpiece 0O AON 001846 5 After changing the miter angle cut the wood facing at that selected angle If there is a gap between the blade the wood facing and the work piece move the wood facing slightly in the direction of the arrow and cut it a
13. d cords increase the risk of electric shock 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 Personal safety 9 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 influence of drugs alcohol or medication A 10 11 12 13 14 15 GEA001 3 moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury Use safety equipment Always wear eye protec tion Safety equipment such as dust mask non skid safety shoes hard hat or hearing protection used for appropriate conditions will reduce personal inju ries Avoid accidental starting Ensure the switch is in the off position before plugging in Carrying power tools with your finger on the switch or plug ging in power tools that have the switch on invites accidents 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 Do not overreach Keep proper footing and bal ance at all times This enables better control of the power tool in unexpected situations Dress properly Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery Keep your hair clothing and gloves away from moving parts Loose clothes jewellery or long hair can be
14. e the side of the blade with the face of the guide fence using a triangular rule try square etc Then securely tighten the hex bolts on the guide fence in the order from the right side Make sure that the pointer on the indication plate points to 0 on the miter scale If the pointer does not point to 0 loosen the screws which secure the indication plate and adjust it so that the pointer will point to 0 1 Gear housing 2 Hex lock nut 3 Arm 1 Limit mark 002161 001145 002164 1 Screwdriver 2 Brush holder cap Adjusting for smooth handle action The hex lock nut which holds the gear housing and the arm has been factory adjusted to assure smooth handle action up and down and to guarantee pre cise cutting Do not tamper with it Should looseness develop at the gear hous ing and arm connection perform the following adjustment Work the handle up and down while tightening the hex lock nut the best position to tighten the hex lock nut is just before the motor body weight is obvious After adjusting the hex lock nut be sure that the handle returns automatically to the initial raised position from any position If the hex lock nut is too loose the cutting accuracy will be affected if it is too tight it will be hard to work the handle up and down Note that this is a self locking nut It is a special type that does not loosen in normal use It should not be overtightened or replaced with other types of nuts Rep
15. eful not to damage the arbor flanges espe cially the installing surface or bolt Damage to these parts could result in blade breakage Make sure that the turn base is properly secured so it will not move during operation For your safety remove the chips small pieces etc from the table top before operation 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair person using only identical replacement parts This will ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained Follow instruction for lubricating and changing accessories Keep handles dry clean and free from oil and grease FOR TOOL ENBO40 3 Avoid cutting nails Inspect for and remove all nails from the workpiece before operation Make sure the shaft lock is released before the switch is turned on Be sure that the blade does not contact the turn base in the lowest position Hold the handle firmly Be aware that the saw moves up or down slightly during start up and stop ping Make sure the blade is not contacting the workpiece before the switch is turned on 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 Wait until the blade attains full speed before cutting Stop operation immediately if you notice anything abnormal Do not attempt to lock the
16. gain N CAUTION Use straight wood of even thickness as the wood facing Use screws to attach the wood facing to the guide fence The screws should be installed so that the screw heads are below the surface of the wood facing When the wood facing is attached do not turn the turn base with the handle lowered The blade and or the wood facing will be damaged NOTE When the wood facing is attached the maximum cutting capacities in width will be reduced by thickness of the wood facing Cutting repetitive lengths When cutting several pieces of stock to the same length ranging from 300 mm to 400 mm use of the set plate optional accessory will facili tate more efficient operation Install the set plate on the holder optional accessory as shown in the figure Align the cutting line on your workpiece with either the left or right side of the groove in the kerf board and while holding the workpiece from mov ing move the set plate flush against the end of the workpiece Then secure the set plate with the screw When the set plate is not used loosen the screw and turn the set plate out of the way 1 Set plate NOTE 2 Holder 3 Screw Use of the holder rod assembly optional accessory allows cutting repetitive lengths up to 2 200 mm approximately 002147 Carrying tool Make sure that the tool is unplugged Secure the turn base at right miter angle fully by means of the grip Lower the handle fully and lock it in the
17. lacing carbon brushes Remove and check the carbon brushes regularly Replace when they wear down to the limit mark Keep the carbon brushes clean and free to slip in the holders Both carbon brushes should be replaced at the same time Use only identical carbon brushes Use a screwdriver to remove the brush holder caps Take out the worn carbon brushes insert the new ones and secure the brush holder caps After use e After use wipe off chips and dust adhering to the tool with a cloth or the like Keep the blade guard clean according to the directions in the previously covered Blade guard Lubricate the sliding portions with tool oil to prevent rust To maintain product SAFETY and RELIABILITY repairs any other mainte nance or adjustment should be performed by Makita Authorized Service Cent ers always using Makita replacement parts 15 ACCESSORIES Z CAUTION These accessories or attachments are recommended for use with your Makita tool specified in this manual The use of any other accessories or attachments might present a risk of injury to persons Only use accessory or attachment for its stated purpose If you need any assistance for more details regarding these accessories ask your local Makita service center 16 Carbide tipped saw blades e Set plate Socket wrench 13 e Dust bag Holder set e Triangular rule Holder rod assembly Memo 17 Memo Memo 19 Makita Corporation 883619D8
18. ool to cut a workpiece Switch on the tool and lower the blade gently to cut a groove in the kerf board Maintaining maximum cutting capacity This tool is factory adjusted to provide the maximum cutting capacity for a 355 mm saw blade When installing a new blade always check the lower limit position of the blade and if necessary adjust it as follows First unplug the tool Lower the handle completely Loosen the hex nut at the rear of the gear housing Use a screwdriver 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 After adjusting tighten the hex nut with the wrench while carefully holding the adjusting bolt in position with the screwdriver At this time make sure that the handle can be locked in the lowered position by turning the handle latch If the handle cannot be locked so turn the adjust ing bolt so that the handle can be locked in the lowered position A CAUTION e After installing a new blade always be sure that the blade does not contact any part of the lower base when the handle is lowered completely Always do this with the tool unplugged Adjusting the mite
19. r angle 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 N CAUTION e When turning the turn base be sure to raise the handle fully e After changing the miter angle always secure the turn base by tightening the grip firmly 003639 1 Switch trigger ASSEMBLY 002155 1 Socket wrench Fence plate The fence plate is designed to prevent smaller cutting scraps from jamming inside the blade case The fence plate moves right or left automatically as the turn base is rotated Switch action A CAUTION e Before plugging in the tool always check to see that the switch trigger actuates properly and returns to the OFF position when released To start the tool simply pull the switch trigger Release the switch trigger to stop A WARNING e 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 Z CAUTION e Always be sure that the tool is switched off and unplugged before carrying out any work on the tool Installing or removing saw blade Z CAUTION e Always be sure that the tool is switched off and unplugged before installing or removing the blade e Use only the Makita socket wrench provided to ins
20. tall or remove the blade Failure to do so may result in overtightening or insufficient tightening of the hex bolt This could cause an injury To remove the blade use the socket wrench to loosen the hex bolt holding the center cover by turning it counterclockwise Raise the blade guard and center cover 002156 Press the shaft lock to lock the spindle and use the socket wrench to loosen the hex bolt counterclockwise Then remove the hex bolt outer flange and blade 002243 002860 To install the blade mount it carefully onto the spindle making sure that the direction of the arrow on the surface of the blade matches the direction of the arrow on the blade case Install the outer flange and hex bolt and then use the socket wrench to tighten the hex bolt securely clockwise while pressing the shaft lock 002154 1 Blade case 2 Arrow 3 Saw blade 4 Arrow 1 Spindle 2 Inner flange 3 Blade 4 Outer flange 5 Hex bolt 6 25 4mm marking A CAUTION e The inner flange has a 25 mm diameter on one side and a 25 4 mm diameter on the other The side with 25 4 mm diameter is marked by 25 4 Use the correct side for the hole diameter of the blade you intend to use Mounting the blade on the wrong side can result in dangerous vibration 002264 1 Pin 002157 1 Dust nozzle 2 Dust bug 3 Fastener 001549 1 Support 2 Turn base 10 Slip the pin on the blade guard into the slot in the guide arm
21. y sharpened saw blades Observe the maximum speed marked on the saw blade Refrain from removing any cut offs or other parts of the workpiece from the cutting area whilst the machine is running and the saw head is not in the rest position INSTALLATION 002147 1 Handle latch 003638 FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION 002149 1 Blade guard 001782 1 Blade guard Bench mounting When the tool is shipped the handle is locked in the lowered position by the handle latch Release the handle latch by lowering the handle slightly and turn the handle latch to the released position 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 possi ble injury A CAUTION e Always be sure that the tool is switched off and unplugged before adjusting or checking function on the tool Blade guard When lowering the handle the blade guard rises automatically The guard is spring loaded so it returns to its original position when the cut is completed and the handle is raised NEVER DEFEAT OR REMOVE THE BLADE GUARD OR THE SPRING WHICH ATTACHES TO THE GUARD In the interest of your personal safety always maintain the blade guard in good condition Any irregular operation of the blade guard should be corrected immediately Check to assure spring loaded return action of guard NEVER USE THE TOOL IF THE BLADE GUARD OR SPRING ARE
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