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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. 
The maximum width of the workpiece which can be 
secured by the horizontal vise is 130 mm. 

 

CAUTION: 

• 

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) 

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The holders and the holder assembly can be installed on 
either side as a convenient means of supporting 
workpieces horizontally. Install them as shown in the 
figure. Then tighten the screws firmly to secure the 
holders and the holder assembly. 
When cutting long workpieces, use the holder-rod 
assembly (optional accessory). It consists of two holder 
assemblies and two rods 12. 

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CAUTION: 

• 

Always support long workpieces level with the top 
surface of the turn base for accurate cuts and to 
prevent dangerous loss of control of the tool. 

OPERATION 

 

CAUTION: 

• 

Before use, be sure to release the handle from the 
lowered position by pulling the stopper pin. 

• 

Make sure the blade is not contacting the 
workpiece, etc. before the switch is turned on. 

• 

Do not apply excessive pressure on the handle 
when cutting. Too much force may result in 
overload of the motor and/or decreased cutting 
efficiency. Push down handle with only as much 
force as is necessary for smooth cutting and 
without significant decrease in blade speed. 

• 

Gently press down the handle to perform the cut. If 
the handle is pressed down with force or if lateral 
force is applied, the blade will vibrate and leave a 
mark (saw mark) in the workpiece and the precision 
of the cut will be impaired. 

1. Press 

cutting 

   

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Secure the workpiece with the vise. Switch on the 
tool without the blade making any contact and wait 
until the blade attains full speed before lowering. 
Then gently lower the handle to the fully lowered 
position to cut the workpiece. When the cut is 
completed, switch off the tool and WAIT UNTIL 
THE BLADE HAS COME TO A COMPLETE STOP 
before returning the blade to its fully elevated 
position. 

2. Miter 

cutting 

Refer to the previously covered "Adjusting the miter 
angle". 

 

 

 

 

1. Holder 

assembly 

2. Rod 12 

1. Holder 

assembly 

2. Holder 

Summary of Contents for LS1040S

Page 1: ...1 ENGLISH Original instructions INSTRUCTION MANUAL DOUBLE INSULATION IMPORTANT Read Before Using Compound Miter Saw LS1040 LS1040S 012678 ...

Page 2: ...fety remove the chips small pieces etc from the table top before operation Always set SUB FENCE to left position when performing left bevel cuts Failure to do so may cause serious injury to operator To loosen the bolt turn it clockwise Only for EU countries Do not dispose of electric equipment together with household waste material In observance of European Directive 2002 96 EC on waste electric a...

Page 3: ...LS1040S are of series production and Conforms to the following European Directives 2006 42 EC And are manufactured in accordance with the following standards or standardised documents EN61029 The technical documentation is kept by our authorised representative in Europe who is Makita International Europe Ltd Michigan Drive Tongwell Milton Keynes Bucks MK15 8JD England 30 1 2009 000230 Tomoyasu Kat...

Page 4: ...e that it will operate properly and perform its intended function Check for alignment of moving parts free running of moving parts breakage of parts mounting and any other conditions that may affect its operation A guard or other part that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced by an authorized service center unless otherwise indicated in this instruction manual Have defective switches...

Page 5: ...n this manual Use of improper accessories such as abrasive wheels may cause an injury 27 Do not use the saw to cut other than wood aluminum or similar materials 28 Connect miter saws to a dust collecting device when sawing 29 Select saw blades in relation to the material to be cut 30 Take care when slotting 31 Replace the kerf board when worn 32 Do not use saw blades manufactured from high speed s...

Page 6: ...d with two bolts to a level and stable surface using the bolt holes provided in the tool s base This will help prevent tipping and possible injury 1 001856 FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION CAUTION Always be sure that the tool is switched off and unplugged before adjusting or checking function on the tool Blade guard 1 001860 When lowering the handle the blade guard rises automatically The guard is spring lo...

Page 7: ... the kerf board by the factory you should cut the groove before actually using the tool 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 1 2 002257 2 1 3 001540 This tool is factory adjusted to provide the maximum cutting capacity for a 260 mm saw blade When installing a new blade always check the lower limit po...

Page 8: ...h breakage For European countries 2 1 004853 To prevent the switch trigger from being accidentally pulled a lock off button is provided To start the tool push the lever to the left press in the lock off button and then pull the switch trigger Release the switch trigger to stop For all countries other than European countries 1 2 001862 To prevent the switch trigger from being accidentally pulled a ...

Page 9: ...g 25 mm in outer diameter is included as standard equipment Before mounting the blade onto the spindle always be sure that the correct ring for the arbor hole of the blade you intend to use is installed onto the spindle For European countries The ring 30 mm in outer diameter is factory installed between the inner and outer flanges Install the outer flange and hex bolt and then use the socket wrenc...

Page 10: ...installed in two positions on either the left or right side of the guide fence or the holder assembly optional accessory Insert the vise rod into the hole in the guide fence or the holder assembly and tighten the screw to secure the vise rod 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 ar...

Page 11: ... cutting long workpieces use the holder rod assembly optional accessory It consists of two holder assemblies and two rods 12 2 1 002246 CAUTION Always support long workpieces level with the top surface of the turn base for accurate cuts and to prevent dangerous loss of control of the tool OPERATION CAUTION Before use be sure to release the handle from the lowered position by pulling the stopper pi...

Page 12: ...ng Compound cutting is the process in which a bevel angle is made at the same time in which a miter angle is being cut on a workpiece Compound cutting can be performed at angle shown in the table Miter angle Bevel angle Left and Right 0 45 45 006366 When performing compound cutting refer to Press cutting Miter cutting and Bevel cut explanations 5 Cutting aluminum extrusion 1 2 3 4 5 001844 When se...

Page 13: ... carry the tool more easily 001774 CAUTION Always secure all moving portions before carrying the tool Stopper pin is for carrying and storage purposes only and not for any cutting operations MAINTENANCE CAUTION Always be sure that the tool is switched off and unplugged before attempting to perform inspection or maintenance Never use gasoline benzine thinner alcohol or the like Discoloration deform...

Page 14: ...5 bevel angle 1 2 3 4 001770 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 If the pointer does not point to 45 turn the 45 bevel angle adjusting bolt on the left side of the arm until the pointer points to 45...

Page 15: ...ttachments 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 Steel Carbide tipped saw blades Auxiliary plate Vise assembly H...

Page 16: ...16 Makita Corporation Anjo Aichi Japan www makita com 884085F228 ...

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