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1.

 Lock button / Lock-off button 

2.

 Switch trigger

For tool with lock button

To start the tool, simply pull the switch trigger. Release 
the switch trigger to stop. For continuous operation, 
pull the switch trigger, push in the lock button and then 
release the switch trigger. To stop the tool from the 
locked position, pull the trigger fully, then release it.

CAUTION:

 

Switch can be locked in "ON" posi-

tion for ease of operator comfort during extended 
use. Apply caution when locking tool in "ON" 

position and maintain irm grasp on tool.

For tool with lock-off button

To prevent the switch trigger from being accidentally 
pulled, a lock-off button is provided. To start the tool, 
press the lock-off button and pull the switch trigger. 
Release the switch trigger to stop.

WARNING:

 

NEVER defeat the lock-off button 

by taping down or some other means.

 A switch with 

a negated lock-off 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-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 further usage.

NOTICE:

 

Do not pull the switch trigger hard 

without pressing in the lock-off button.

 This can 

cause switch breakage.

Interval between vise and guide 

plate

CAUTION:

 

After adjusting the interval 

between the vise and the guide plate, make 

sure that the guide plate is properly secured.

 

Insuficient ixing may result in personal injury.

The following interval settings of the vise are available:

• 

0 - 170 mm (original setting)

• 

35 - 205 mm

• 

70 - 240 mm

If your work requires different setting, proceed as fol-
lows to change the spacing or interval. 

For LW1400

Loosen the screw on the guide plate. Move the guide 
plate to the desired position then tighten the screw.

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2

    

1.

 Screw 

2.

 Guide plate

For LW1401

Remove the two hex bolts using a socket wrench. Move 
the guide plate to the desired position and secure it with 
the hex bolts.

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2

    

1.

 Guide plate 

2.

 Hex bolts

Cutting angle adjustment

CAUTION:

 

After adjusting the angle of the 

guide plate, make sure that the guide plate is 
properly secured.

 Insuficient ixing may result in 

personal injury.

CAUTION:

 

Do not operate the tool when 

the material is not irmly secured with the vise 

because of the cutting angle.

Summary of Contents for LW1401

Page 1: ...INSTRUCTION MANUAL Portable Cut Off LW1400 LW1401 ENGLISH Original instructions DOUBLE INSULATION Read before use ...

Page 2: ...dust and work area health and safety in your country 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 General power tool safety warnings WARNING Read all safety warnings instruc tions illustrati...

Page 3: ...wer 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...

Page 4: ...gged or pinched by the workpiece the edge of the wheel that is entering into the pinch point can dig into the surface of the material causing the wheel to climb out or kick out Abrasive wheels may also break under these conditions Kickback is the result of power tool misuse and or incorrect operating procedures or conditions and can be avoided by taking proper precautions as given below 1 Maintain...

Page 5: ...e spark from the tool Also make sure that there is no such material near the tool before starting the operation Securing the base This tool should be bolted with two bolts to a level and stable surface using the bolt holes provided in the tool s base This will help prevent tipping over and possible personal injury 1 2 1 Bolt holes 2 Base FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION CAUTION Always be sure that the tool ...

Page 6: ... of repair may result in unintentional operation and serious personal injury Return tool to a Makita service center for proper repairs BEFORE further usage NOTICE Do not pull the switch trigger hard without pressing in the lock off button This can cause switch breakage Interval between vise and guide plate CAUTION After adjusting the interval between the vise and the guide plate make sure that the...

Page 7: ...e same time adjust the angle between the guide plate and the cut off wheel with a protractor or triangle ruler Spark guard adjustment For LW1401 only country speciic 1 2 1 Screw 2 Spark guard The spark guard is factory installed with its lower edge contacting the base Operating the tool in this position will cause many sparks to ly around Loosen the screw and adjust the spark guard to a position a...

Page 8: ...ghtening may result in severe injury When tightening the hex bolt use the socket wrench provided with the tool to assure proper tightening CAUTION Always use only the proper inner and outer langes which are provided with the tool CAUTION Always lower the safety guard after replacing the wheel CAUTION Wear gloves when handling wheels 4 5 6 1 2 3 1 Inner lange 2 Ring 3 O ring 4 Cut off wheel 5 Outer...

Page 9: ...s completed switch off the tool and wait until the wheel has come to a complete stop before returning the handle to the fully elevated position Cutting capacity Maximum cutting capacity varies depending on the cutting angle and workpiece shape Max cutting capacity with a brand new cut off wheel Cutting angle Workpiece shape 90 45 127 mm 127 mm 115 x 130 mm 102 x 194 mm 70 x 233 mm 115 x 103 mm 119...

Page 10: ...m long x45 mm wide 3 Workpiece over 85 mm wide 4 Vise plate When the cut off wheel has worn down raise the cutting position by putting a spacer block which is slightly nar rower than the workpiece as shown in the igure This will help you to utilize the wheel economically 1 2 3 4 1 Vise plate 2 Workpiece diameter 3 Guide plate 4 Spacer block width Long workpieces must be supported by blocks on eith...

Page 11: ...s 1 Use a screwdriver to remove the brush holder caps 2 Take out the worn carbon brushes insert the new ones and secure the brush holder caps 1 1 Brush holder cap OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES CAUTION These accessories or attachments are recommended for use with your Makita tool speciied in this manual The use of any other accessories or attachments might present a risk of injury to persons Only use access...

Page 12: ...M a k i t a C o r p o r a t i o n 3 11 8 Sumiyoshi cho Anjo Aichi 446 8502 Japan www makita com 885456C931 EN 20170106 ...

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