Miter Saw

Equipped with Electric Blade Brake

255 mm (10”)
MODEL LS1030N

DOUBLE
INSULATION

I N S T R U C T I O N M A N U A L
WARNING:
For your personal safety, READ and UNDERSTAND before using.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

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SPECIFICATIONS
Blade diameter : ............................................................................................. 255 mm (10”)
Hole diameter : ........................................................................................... 15.88 mm (5/8”)
Max. Miter angle : ....................................................................................Left 45°, Right 52°
Max. Cutting capacities (H x W)
Miter angle
0° 45° (left and right)
90.5 mm x 95 mm 90.5 mm x 67 mm
(3-9/16” x 3-3/4”) (3-9/16” x 2-5/8”)
69 mm x 130 mm 69 mm x 92 mm
(2-3/4” x 5-1/8”) (2-3/4” x 3-5/8”)
No load speed (RPM) : ........................................................................................ 4,600/min.
Dimensions (L x W x H) : .........530 mm x 476 mm x 532 mm (20-27/32” x 18-23/32” x 20-15/16”)
Net weight : ............................................................................................... 11.0 kg (24.2 lbs)
• Manufacturer reserves the right to change specifications without notice.
• Specifications may differ from country to country.

For Your Own Safety Read Instruction Manual

Before Operating Tool
Save it for future reference
GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS USA007-1

(For All Tools)

1. KNOW YOUR POWER TOOL. Read the 4. KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered
owner’s manual carefully. Learn the tool’s areas and benches invite accidents.
applications and limitations, as well as the
5. DON’T USE IN DANGEROUS ENVIRON-
specific potential hazards peculiar to it.
MENT. Don’t use power tools in damp or
2. KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE and in working wet locations, or expose them to rain.
order. Keep work area well lighted. Don’t use
tool in presence of flammable liquids or
3. REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND
gases.
WRENCHES. Form habit of checking to
see that keys and adjusting wrenches are
removed from tool before turning it on.

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6. KEEP CHILDREN AWAY. All visitors 16. REDUCE THE RISK OF UNINTENTIONAL
should be kept safe distance from work STARTING. Make sure switch is in off
area. position before plugging in.
7. MAKE WORKSHOP KID PROOF with pad- 17. USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES.
locks, master switches, or by removing Consult the owner’s manual for recom-
starter keys. mended accessories. The use of improper
accessories may cause risk of injury to
8. DON’T FORCE TOOL. It will do the job bet-
persons.
ter and safer at the rate for which it was
designed. 18. NEVER STAND ON TOOL. Serious injury
could occur if the tool is tipped or if the
9. USE RIGHT TOOL. Don’t force tool or
cutting tool is unintentionally contacted.
attachment to do a job for which it was not
designed. 19. CHECK DAMAGED PARTS. Before further
use of the tool, a guard or other part that
10. WEAR PROPER APPAREL. Do not wear
is damaged should be carefully checked
loose clothing, gloves, neckties, rings,
to determine that it will operate properly
bracelets, or other jewelry which may get
and perform its intended function - check
caught in moving parts. Nonslip footwear
for alignment of moving parts, binding of
is recommended. Wear protective hair
moving parts, breakage of parts, mount-
covering to contain long hair.
ing, and any other conditions that may
11. ALWAYS USE SAFETY GLASSES. Also affect its operation. A guard or other part
use face or dust mask if cutting operation that is damaged should be properly
is dusty. Everyday eyeglasses only have repaired or replaced.
impact resistant lenses, they are NOT
20. DIRECTION OF FEED. Feed work into a
safety glasses.
blade or cutter against the direction of
12. SECURE WORK. Use clamps or a vise to rotation of the blade or cutter only.
hold work when practical. It’s safer than
21. NEVER LEAVE TOOL RUNNING UNAT-
using your hand and it frees both hands
TENDED. TURN POWER OFF. Don’t leave
to operate tool.
tool until it comes to a complete stop.
13. DON’T OVERREACH. Keep proper footing
22. REPLACEMENT PARTS. When servicing
and balance at all times.
use only identical replacement parts.
14. MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep tools
23. POLARIZED PLUGS. To reduce the risk of
sharp and clean for best and safest perfor-
electric shock, this equipment has a
mance. Follow instructions for lubricating
polarized plug (one blade is wider than
and changing accessories.
the other). This plug will fit in a polarized
15. DISCONNECT TOOLS before servicing; outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit
when changing accessories such as fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it
blades, bits, cutters, and the like. still does not fit, contact a qualified elec-
trician 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 voltage supplied is the same as that specified on the nameplate of the tool.
A power source with voltage greater than that specified 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

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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 num-
ber, the heavier the cord.
Table 1: Minimum gage for cord

Volts Total length of cord in feet

Ampere Rating
120 V 25 ft. 50 ft. 100 ft. 150 ft.
More Than Not More Than AWG
0 6 18 16 16 14
6 10 18 16 14 12
10 12 16 16 14 12
12 16 14 12 Not Recommended

ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES USB037-2

DO NOT let comfort or familiarity with product (gained from

repeated use) replace strict adherence to miter saw safety rules.
If you use this tool unsafely or incorrectly, you can suffer seri-
ous personal injury.
1. Wear eye protection. 6. Turn off tool and wait for saw blade to
stop before moving workpiece or chang-
2. Keep hands out of path of saw blade.
ing settings.
Avoid contact with any coasting blade. It
can still cause severe injury. 7. Unplug tool before changing blade or ser-
vicing.
3. Do not operate saw without guards in
place. Check blade guard for proper clos- 8. Always secure all moving portions before
ing before each use. Do not operate saw if carrying the tool.
blade guard does not move freely and
9. Do not use the tool in the presence of
close instantly. Never clamp or tie the
flammable liquids or gases.
blade guard into the open position.
10. Check the blade carefully for cracks or
4. Do not perform any operation freehand.
damage before operation. Replace
The workpiece must be secured firmly
cracked or damaged blade immediately.
against the turn base and guide fence with
Gum and wood pitch hardened on blades
a vise during all operations. Never use
slows saw and increases potential for
your hand to secure the workpiece.
kickback. Keep blade clean by first remov-
5. Never reach around saw blade. ing it from tool, then cleaning it with gum
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 and pitch remover, hot water or kerosene. 25. Always use accessories recommended in
Never use gasoline to clean blade. this manual. Use of improper accessories
such as abrasive wheels may cause an
11. Use only flanges specified for this tool.
injury.
12. Be careful not to damage the arbor,
26. NEVER hold workpiece on right side of
flanges (especially the installing surface)
blade with left hand or vice versa. This is
or bolt. Damage to these parts could
called cross-armed cutting and exposes
result in blade breakage.
user to risk of SERIOUS PERSONAL
13. Make sure that the turn base is properly INJURY as shown in the figure. ALWAYS
secured so it will not move during opera- use vise to secure workpiece.
tion. 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.
14. For your safety, remove the chips, small
pieces, etc. from the table top before oper-
ation.
15. Avoid cutting nails. Inspect for and
remove all nails from the workpiece 27. Do not abuse cord. Never yank cord to
before operation. disconnect it from the receptacle. Keep
cord away from heat, oil, water and sharp
16. Make sure the shaft lock is released
objects.
before the switch is turned on.
28. NEVER stack workpieces on the table top
17. Be sure that the blade does not contact
to speed cutting operations. Cut only one
the turn base in the lowest position.
piece at a time.
18. Hold the handle firmly. Be aware that the
29. Some material contains chemicals which
saw moves up or down slightly during
may be toxic. Take caution to prevent dust
start-up and stopping.
inhalation and skin contact. Follow mate-
19. Make sure the blade is not contacting the rial supplier safety data.
workpiece before the switch is turned on.
20. Before using the tool on an actual work-
piece, let it run for a while. Watch for
vibration or wobbling that could indicate
poor installation or a poorly balanced
blade.
21. Wait until the blade attains full speed
before cutting.
22. Stop operation immediately if you notice
anything abnormal.
23. Do not attempt to lock the trigger in the on
position.
24. Be alert at all times, especially during
repetitive, monotonous operations. Do
not be lulled into a false sense of security.
Blades are extremely unforgiving.
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SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING:
MISUSE or failure to follow the safety rules stated in this
instruction manual may cause serious personal injury.

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INSTALLATION Bench mounting
001792 When the tool is shipped, the handle is locked in the lowered
position by the stopper pin. Release the stopper pin by lower-
ing the handle slightly and pulling the stopper pin.
1

1. Stopper pin
001856 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 and possible injury.

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1. Bolt

FUNCTIONAL CAUTION:
DESCRIPTION • Always be sure that the tool is switched off and
unplugged before adjusting or checking function on the
tool.

001860 Blade guard

When lowering the handle, the blade guard rises automati-
cally. 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.
1 In the interest of your personal safety, always maintain the
1. Blade guard 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 DAM-
AGED, FAULTY OR REMOVED. DOING SO IS HIGHLY
DANGEROUS AND CAN CAUSE SERIOUS PERSONAL
INJURY.

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 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.
001782 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
1 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
1. Blade guard
becomes discolored through age or UV light exposure, con-
tact a Makita service center for a new guard. DO NOT
DEFEAT OR REMOVE GUARD.

001776 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 tool to cut a
1 2 workpiece. Switch on the tool and lower the blade gently to
cut a groove in the kerf board.
1. Kerf board
2. Turn base

001777 Maintaining maximum cutting capacity

1 2
This tool is factory adjusted to provide the maximum cutting
capacity for a 255 mm (10”) 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. Use the
socket wrench to turn the adjusting bolt until the periphery of
1. Socket wrench
the blade extends slightly below the top surface of the turn
2. Adjusting bolt
base at the point where the front face of the guide fence
meets the top surface of the turn base.

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 001540 With the tool unplugged, rotate the blade by hand while hold-
2 ing the handle all the way down to be sure that the blade
1 does not contact any part of the lower base. Re-adjust
slightly, if necessary.

CAUTION:
• After installing a new blade, always be sure that the
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blade does not contact any part of the lower base when
1. Top surface ot turn base
2. Periphery of blade
the handle is lowered completely. Always do this with the
3. Guide fence
tool unplugged.

001778 Adjusting the miter angle

1
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
2 desired angle on the miter scale, securely tighten the grip
4 clockwise.
3
1. Pointer CAUTION:
2. Lock lever • When turning the turn base, be sure to raise the handle
3. Grip fully.
4. Miter scale
• After changing the miter angle, always secure the turn
base by tightening the grip firmly.

001862 Switch action

1
2 CAUTION:
• Before plugging in the tool, always check to see that the
switch trigger actuates properly and returns to the “OFF”
position when released.
• When not using the tool, remove the lock-off button and
1. Lock-off button store it in a secure place. This prevents unauthorized
2. Switch trigger operation.
• Do not pull the switch trigger hard without pressing in the
lock-off button. This can cause switch breakage.
To prevent the switch trigger from being accidentally pulled, a
lock-off button is provided. To start the tool, press in the lock-
off button and pull the switch trigger. Release the switch trig-
ger to stop.

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 WARNING:
• 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.
• For your safety, this tool is equipped with a lock-off
button which prevents the tool from unintended starting.
NEVER use the tool if it runs when you simply pull the
switch trigger without pressing the lock-off button.
Return tool to a Makita service center for proper repairs
BEFORE further usage.
• NEVER tape down or defeat purpose and function of
lock-off button.

Electric brake
This tool is equipped with an electric blade brake. If the tool
consistently fails to quickly stop blade after switch trigger
release, have tool serviced at a Makita service center.
The blade brake system is not a substitute for blade guard.
NEVER USE TOOL WITHOUT A FUNCTIONING BLADE
GUARD. SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY CAN RESULT.

ASSEMBLY CAUTION:
• Always be sure that the tool is switched off and
unplugged before carrying out any work on the tool.

Installing or removing saw blade

CAUTION:
• Always be sure that the tool is switched off and
unplugged before installing or removing the blade.
• Use only the Makita socket wrench provided to install or
remove the blade. Failure to do so may result in
overtightening or insufficient tightening of the hex bolt.
This could cause an injury.

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 001858 To remove the blade, use the socket wrench to loosen the
1 hex bolt holding the center cover by turning it counterclock-
wise. Raise the blade guard and center cover.
3

2 4
1. Center cover
2. Socket wrench
3. Hex bolt
4. Blade guard
001859 Press the shaft lock to lock the spindle and use the socket
wrench to loosen the hex bolt clockwise. Then remove the
hex bolt, outer flange and blade.
1

1. Socket wrench
2. Shaft lock
001786 To install the blade, mount it carefully onto the spindle, mak-
1 2 4 5 ing 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 (left-handed) securely counter-
clockwise while pressing the shaft lock.
3 Return the blade guard and center cover to its original posi-
1. Hex bolt tion. Then tighten the hex bolt clockwise to secure the center
2. Outer flange cover. Lower the handle to make sure that the blade guard
3. Saw blade moves properly. Make sure shaft lock has released spindle
4. Inner flange before making cut.
5. Spindle

001787

2 1 4 3

1. Blade case
2. Arrow
3. Saw blade
4. Arrow
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 001775 Dust bag
2 1 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
3 its contents, tapping it lightly so as to remove particles adher-
1. Dust nozzle ing to the insides which might hamper further collection.
2. Dust bag
3. Fastener NOTE:
If you connect a Makita vacuum cleaner to your saw, more
efficient and cleaner operations can be performed.

Securing workpiece
WARNING:
• 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.

CAUTION:
001549 • When cutting long workpieces, use supports that are as
1 2 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.
1. Support
2. Turn base

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 001796 Vertical vise
1 6
2 The vertical vise can be installed on the guide fence or the
3
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.
4
Position the vise arm according to the thickness and shape
5 7 of the workpiece and secure the vise arm by tightening the
1. Vise arm screw. If the screw to secure the vise arm contacts the guide
2. Vise rod fence, install the screw on the opposite side of vise arm.
3. Guide fence
Make sure that no part of the tool contacts the vise when
4. Holder
lowering the handle all the way. If some part contacts the
5. Holder assembly
6. Vise knob
vise, re-position the vise.
7. Screw Press the workpiece flat against the guide fence and the turn
base. Position the workpiece at the desired cutting position
and secure it firmly by tightening the vise knob.

CAUTION:
• The workpiece must be secured firmly against the turn
base and guide fence with the vise during all operations.

001807 Horizontal vise (optional accessory)

3 2 1 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
4 counterclockwise, the screw is released and the vise shaft
can be moved rapidly in and out. By turning the vise knob
1. Vise knob clockwise, the screw remains secured. To grip the workpiece,
2. Projection turn the vise knob gently clockwise until the projection
3. Vise shaft reaches its topmost position, then fasten securely. If the vise
4. Base 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 (5-1/8”).

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.
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 002247 Holders and holder assembly (optional
accessories)
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
1 2 assembly.
1. Holder
2. Holder assembly
002246 When cutting long workpieces, use the holder-rod assembly
(optional accessory). It consists of two holder assemblies
2 and two rods 12.

CAUTION:
• Always support long workpieces level with the top
surface of the turn base for accurate cuts and to prevent
1
dangerous loss of control of the tool.
1. Holder assembly
2. Rod 12

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.

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 001788 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 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 COM-
PLETE STOP before returning the blade to its fully ele-
vated position.
2. Miter cutting
Refer to the previously covered “Adjusting the miter
angle”.
3. Cutting crown and cove moldings
001555 There are two common types of crown moldings and one
type of cove moldings; 52/38° wall angle crown molding,
45° wall angle crown molding and 45° wall angle cove
52∞ 45∞ 45∞
molding. See illustrations.
38∞ 45∞ 45∞

1 2 3

1. 52/38° type crown molding

2. 45° type crown molding
3. 45° type cove molding
001556 There are crown and cove molding joints which are
made to fit “Inside” 90° corners ((1) and (2) in Fig. A) and
“Outside” 90° corners ((3) and (4) in Fig. A).

Measuring
(1) (2) (3) (4) Measure the wall length and adjust workpiece on table to
Fig.A 1 2 cut wall contact edge to desired length. Always make
sure that cut workpiece length at the back of the work-
1. Inside corner
2. Outside corner
piece is the same as wall length. Adjust cut length for
angle of cut. Always use several pieces for test cuts to
001557 check the saw angles.
1 (2) (1)
(1) (2)

(4)
(2)
(1)
(3) 2

(2) (1)
(1) (2)

1. Inside corner
2. Outside corner

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 001789 Use the crown molding stoppers (optional accessories)
2 when cutting the corners((1) - (4) in Fig.A). Install them
1 on the base as shown in the figures.

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1. Crown molding stopper L
2. Crown molding stopper R
3. Base
001560 Position crown molding with its WALL CONTACT EDGE
2 against the guide fence and its CEILING CONTACT
1 3 4 EDGE against the crown molding stoppers as shown in
the figure. Adjust the crown molding stoppers according
to the size of the crown molding. Tighten the screws to
secure the crown molding stoppers. Refer to the table
(C) for the miter angle.
1. Guide fence Table (C)
2. Crown molding Position
3. Crown molding stopper Miter angle Finished piece
in Fig. A
4. Screw For inside (1) Right 45˚ Save the right side of blade
corner (2) Save the left side of blade
Left 45˚
For outside (3) Save the right side of blade
corner (4) Right 45˚ Save the left side of blade

001844 4. Cutting aluminum extrusion

When securing aluminum extrusions, use spacer blocks
1 or pieces of scrap as shown in the figure to prevent
2 deformation of the aluminum. Use a cutting lubricant
when cutting the aluminum extrusion to prevent build-up
3
of the aluminum material on the blade.
4
5
CAUTION:
1. Vise
• Never attempt to cut thick or round aluminum extrusions.
2. Spacer block
Thick aluminum extrusions may come loose during
3. Guide fence
4. Aluminum extrusion operation and round aluminum extrusions cannot be
5. Spacer block secured firmly with this tool.
5. 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 sug-
gested wood facing.

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 001779

Over 10mm (3/8”) Over 460mm (18-1/8”)

90mm (3-9/16”)

40mm (1-9/16”)
1 1
137mm 70mm 70mm 137mm
(5-3/8”) (2-3/4”) (2-3/4”) (5-3/8”)

1. Hole

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.
001846 6. Cutting repetitive lengths
When cutting several pieces of stock to the same length,
1
ranging from 240 mm (9 - 29/64”) to 400 mm (15 - 3/4”),
use of the set plate (optional accessory) will facilitate
more efficient operation. Install the set plate on the
holder (optional accessory) as shown in the figure.
3
2 Align the cutting line on your workpiece with either the
left or right side of the groove in the kerf board, and while
1. Set plate
holding the workpiece from moving, move the set plate
2. Holder
3. Screw
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.
NOTE:
• Use of the holder-rod assembly (optional accessory)
allows cutting repetitive lengths up to 2,200 mm (7.2 ft.)
approximately.

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 001792 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
1 fully and lock it in the lowered position by pushing in the stop-
per pin.

1. Stopper pin
001774 Carry the tool by carrying grip 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.
• 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.

WARNING:
• Always be sure that the blade is sharp and clean for the
best and safest performance.

Adjusting the cutting angle

001781 This tool is carefully adjusted and aligned at the factory, but
1 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. Tighten the grip and loosen the hex bolts securing
the guide fence using the socket wrench.
1. Hex bolt

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 001780 Lower the handle fully and lock it in the lowered position
1 by pushing in the stopper pin. Square 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.
2
3

1. Triangular rule
2. Grip
3. Guide fence

001145 Replacing 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 iden-
tical carbon brushes.
1

1. Limit mark
001772 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 replacing brushes, plug in the tool and break in brushes
by running tool with no load for about 10 minutes. Then
check the tool while running and electric brake operation
1 2 when releasing the switch trigger. If electric brake is not
1. Screwdriver working well, ask your local Makita service center for repair.
2. Brush holder cap

After use
• 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
section titled “Blade guard”. Lubricate the sliding
portions with machine oil to prevent rust.
To maintain product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs, any
other maintenance or adjustment should be performed by
Makita Authorized or Factory Service Centers, always using
Makita replacement parts.

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ACCESSORIES 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.
• Steel & Carbide-tipped saw blades
Miter saw blades For smooth and precise cutting in various
materials.
Combination General purpose blade for fast and smooth rip,
crosscuts and miters.
Crosscutting For smoother cross grain cuts. Slices cleanly
against the grain.
Fine cross cuts For sand-free cuts cleanly against the grain.
Non-ferrous met- For miters in aluminum, copper, brass, tubing,
als miter saw and other non-ferrous metals.
blades

• Vise assembly (Horizontal vise)

• Vertical vise
• Socket wrench 13
• Holder set
• Holder assembly
• Holder rod assembly
• Set plate
• Dust bag
• Crown molding stopper set
• Triangular rule
• Lock-off button (2 pcs.)

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Cut Required

Post Office will

not deliver
without proper
postage.

Makita U.S.A., Inc.

14930 Northam Street
La Mirada, CA 90638-5753

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(714) 522-8088 1450 Feehanville Dr. 3375 S. Decatur Blvd. 1120 Elm Hill P.
Mt. Prospect, IL 60056-6011 Suites. 22 - 24 Suile 170 Nashville, TN 372
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Sacramento, CA 95825 (702) 368-4277
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Denver, CO 80239-2709 MINNESOTA
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Richfield, MN 55423 828 19th Avenue, N.W. WISCONSIN
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CUSTOMER’S RECORD
When you need service: Send Date Purchased
complete tool (prepaid) to one
of the Makita Factory Service Dealer’s Name & Address
Centers listed, or to an Authorized
Makita Service Center. Be sure
to attach a letter to the outside of Model No.
the carton detailing the problem
with your tool. Serial No.

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 WARNING
Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other
construction activities contains chemicals known to the State of California
to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some examples
of these chemicals are:
• lead from lead-based paints,
• crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products, and
• arsenic and chromium from chemically-treated lumber.

Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on how often you do this
type of work. To 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 microscopic particles.

MAKITA LIMITED ONE YEAR WARRANTY

Warranty Policy
Every Makita tool is thoroughly inspected and tested before leaving the factory. It is warranted to be free of
defects from workmanship and materials for the period of ONE YEAR from the date of original purchase.
Should any trouble develop during this one year period, return the COMPLETE tool, freight prepaid, to one of
Makita’s Factory or Authorized Service Centers. If inspection shows the trouble is caused by defective
workmanship or material, Makita will repair (or at our option, replace) without charge.
This Warranty does not apply where:
• repairs have been made or attempted by others:
• repairs are required because of normal wear and tear:
• the tool has been abused, misused or improperly maintained:
• alterations have been made to the tool.
IN NO EVENT SHALL MAKITA BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL
DAMAGES FROM THE SALE OR USE OF THE PRODUCT. THIS DISCLAIMER APPLIES BOTH DURING
AND AFTER THE TERM OF THIS WARRANTY.
MAKITA DISCLAIMS LIABILITY FOR ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF
“MERCHANTABILITY” AND “FITNESS FOR A SPECIFIC PURPOSE,” AFTER THE ONE YEAR TERM OF THIS
WARRANTY.
This Warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above
limitation or exclusion may not apply to you. Some states do not allow limitation on how long an implied
warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not apply to you.

Makita Corporation
Anjo, Aichi, Japan
Made in China
Huangpu Jiang Road, Kunshan Economic & Technical Development Zone, Jiangsu P.R. China

884146B995