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cut-off wheel or workpiece may result. 

Cutting capacity 

Max. cutting capacity varies depending upon the cutting 
angle and workpiece shape. Applicable wheel diameter: 
355 mm 

Cutting 
angle

90°

115 mm

119 mm

45°

115 mm

106 mm

Workpiece 

shape

102 mm × 194 mm 

70 mm × 233 mm

137 mm

115 mm × 103 mm

100 mm

Cutting 
angle

90°

45°

Workpiece 

shape

 

003991 

Carrying tool 

   

003992 

Fold down the tool head to the position where you can 
attach the chain to the hook on the handle. 

 
 
 

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, deformation or cracks may 
result. 

Replacing carbon brushes 

1

 

 

001145 

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. 

1

2

 

 

003993 

To maintain product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs, 
any other maintenance or adjustment should be 
performed by Makita Authorized Service Centers, always 
using Makita replacement parts. 

1. Screwdriver 
2. Brush holder cap

1. Limit mark 

Summary of Contents for MLC140

Page 1: ...1 ENGLISH Original instructions INSTRUCTION MANUAL DOUBLE INSULATION IMPORTANT Read Before Using Portable Cut Off MLC140 012150 ...

Page 2: ...n single phase AC supply They are double insulated and can therefore also be used from sockets without earth wire ENF100 1 For public low voltage distribution systems of between 220 V and 250 V Switching operations of electric apparatus cause voltage fluctuations The operation of this device under unfavorable mains conditions can have adverse effects to the operation of other equipment With a main...

Page 3: ...g Use common sense Do not operate tool when you are tired 20 Check damaged parts Before further use of the tool a guard or other part that is damaged should be carefully checked to determine 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 operatio...

Page 4: ...ol s base This will help prevent tipping and possible personal injury FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION CAUTION Always be sure that the tool is switched off and unplugged before adjusting or checking function on the tool Switch action 1 2 003981 CAUTION Before plugging in the tool always check to see that the switch trigger actuates properly and returns to the OFF position when released For tool with lock bu...

Page 5: ... more accurate angle use a protractor or triangle ruler Keep the handle down so that the cut off wheel extends into the base At the same time adjust the angle between the guide plate and the cut off wheel with a protractor or triangle ruler 4 Tighten the hex bolts securely At this time make sure that the guide rule does not move 5 Check the angle again CAUTION Never perform right miter cuts when t...

Page 6: ...n angle attach a straight piece of wood spacer to the guide plate as shown in the figure Attach this spacer with screws through the holes in the guide plate 1 2 3 003988 If you use a spacer block which is slightly narrower than the workpiece as shown in the figure you can also utilize the wheel economically when worn down the wheel 1 2 3 4 5 003989 Long workpieces must be supported by blocks of no...

Page 7: ... or maintenance Never use gasoline benzine thinner alcohol or the like Discoloration deformation or cracks may result Replacing carbon brushes 1 001145 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 ...

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