Overview
Brand: Makita
Model: Compound Mitre Saw LS1216
Manufacturer URL: https://www.makita.com.au/
Access & Usage
Location: Q Building – The Workshop
Induction(s) Required:
L1 General Induction
L2 City Makerspaces
L3 Electric Powertools
Students may only use this equipment under the direct supervision of the area officer
Required Personal Protection Equipment
Quick Reference Operating Procedure
Technical Specifications
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Dual Sliding Rail Mechanism incorporating 6 Linear Ball Bearings provides increased rigidity to produce precise, adjustment free cuts right out of the box
3 Stage Gear Reduction System greatly increases capacity when cutting vertical baseboard or nested crown molding
Quick Adjust, Dual Sliding Fences can be adjusted outwards when bevel cutting or inwards for increased support of small or delicate materials
Electronic Speed Control maintains constant speed under heavy load
Soft Start feature gradually increases speed to eliminate start up shock
Bevel Capacity of 45o Left or Right with Positive Stops at 0o, 22.5o, 33.9o & 45o
Mitre Capacity of 52o Left or 60o Right with Positive Stops at 0o, 15o, 22.5o, 31.6o & 45o
Re-Located Mitre Scale enables easier viewing during operation
Improved Mitre Lock for faster, simpler engagement during operation
2 Stage Safety Switch for increased operator safety
Ergonomic Horizontal Soft Rubber Grip design for vibration absorption and comfortable operation
3 Stage Gear Reduction System greatly increases capacity when cutting vertical baseboard or nested crown molding
Quick Adjust, Dual Sliding Fences can be adjusted outwards when bevel cutting or inwards for increased support of small or delicate materials
Electronic Speed Control maintains constant speed under heavy load
Soft Start feature gradually increases speed to eliminate start up shock
Bevel Capacity of 45o Left or Right with Positive Stops at 0o, 22.5o, 33.9o & 45o
Mitre Capacity of 52o Left or 60o Right with Positive Stops at 0o, 15o, 22.5o, 31.6o & 45o
Re-Located Mitre Scale enables easier viewing during operation
Improved Mitre Lock for faster, simpler engagement during operation
2 Stage Safety Switch for increased operator safety
Ergonomic Horizontal Soft Rubber Grip design for vibration absorption and comfortable operation
The manual is available to download by clicking “Article Attachments” below. The most up-to-date information will be found on the manufacturer’s website. Please note this manual and images used are for educational purposes only.