Makita LW1401X User manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

MANUEL D'INSTRUCTION

MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES

Portable Cut-Off

Scie à Coupe d’Onglet à Métaux

(Disque)

Tronzadora de Metal

LW1400

LW1401

IMPORTANT: Read Before Using.

IMPORTANT : Lire avant usage.

IMPORTANTE: Lea antes de usar.

DOUBLE INSULATION

DOUBLE ISOLATION

DOBLE AISLAMIENTO

2 ENGLISH

ENGLISH (Original instructions)

SPECIFICATIONS

Model: LW1400 LW1401

Wheel diameter 355 mm (14″)

Hole diameter 25.4 mm (1″)

No load speed 3,800 /min

Dimensions

(L x W x H)

With European type safety

guard

530 mm x 295 mm x 640 mm

(20-7/8″ x 11-5/8 x 25-1/4″)

500 mm x 295 mm x 640 mm

(19-3/4″ x 11-5/8″ x 25-1/4″)

With safety guard other than

European type

530 mm x 290 mm x 640 mm

(20-7/8″ x 11-3/8″ x 25-1/4″)

500 mm x 290 mm x 620 mm

(19-3/4″ x 11-3/8″ x 24-3/8″)

Net weight With European type safety

guard and under cover

17.2 kg (37.9 lbs) 16.8 kg (37.0 lbs)

Safety class

/II

• Due to our continuing program of research and development, the specications herein are subject to change

without notice.

• Specications may differ from country to country.

• Weight according to EPTA-Procedure 01/2003

• The shape and weight vary depending on the specications which differ country to country.

For your own safety, read

instruction manual before oper-

ating tool.

Save it for future reference.

General safety precautions (For all

tools)

1. KNOW YOUR POWER TOOL. Read the owner's

manual carefully. Learn the tool's applications

and limitations, as well as the specic poten-

tial hazards peculiar to it.

2.

KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE and in working order.

3. REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES.

Form habit of checking to see that keys and

adjusting wrenches are removed from tool

before turning it on.

4. KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas

and benches invite accidents.

5. DO NOT USE IN DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT.

Do not use power tools in damp or wet loca-

tions, or expose them to rain. Keep work area

well lighted. Do not use tool in presence of

ammable liquids or gases.

6. KEEP CHILDREN AWAY. All visitors should be

kept safe distance from work area.

7. MAKE WORKSHOP KID PROOF with padlocks,

master switches, or by removing starter keys.

8. DO NOT FORCE TOOL. It will do the job better

and safer at the rate for which it was designed.

9. USE RIGHT TOOL. Do not force tool or attach-

ment to do a job for which it was not designed.

10. WEAR PROPER APPAREL. Do not wear loose

clothing, gloves, neckties, rings, bracelets, or

other jewelry which may get caught in moving

parts. Nonslip footwear is recommended. Wear

protective hair covering to contain long hair.

11. ALWAYS USE SAFETY GLASSES. Also use

face or dust mask if cutting operation is dusty.

Everyday eyeglasses only have impact resis-

tant lenses, they are NOT safety glasses.

12. SECURE WORK. Use clamps or a vise to hold

work when practical. It's safer than using your

hand and it frees both hands to operate tool.

13. DO NOT OVERREACH. Keep proper footing

and balance at all times.

14. MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep tools

sharp and clean for best and safest perfor-

mance. Follow instructions for lubricating and

changing accessories.

15. DISCONNECT TOOLS before servicing; when

changing accessories such as blades, bits,

cutters, and the like.

16. REDUCE THE RISK OF UNINTENTIONAL

STARTING. Make sure switch is in off position

before plugging in.

17. USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. Consult

the owner's manual for recommended acces-

sories. The use of improper accessories may

cause risk of injury to persons.

18. NEVER STAND ON TOOL. Serious injury could

occur if the tool is tipped or if the cutting tool

is unintentionally contacted.

19. CHECK DAMAGED PARTS. Before further use

of the tool, a guard or other part that is dam-

aged should be carefully checked to determine

that it will operate properly and perform its

intended function - check for alignment of

moving parts, binding of moving parts, break-

age of parts, mounting, and any other condi-

tions that may affect its operation. A guard or

other part that is damaged should be properly

repaired or replaced.

20. DIRECTION OF FEED. Feed work into a blade

or cutter against the direction of rotation of the

blade or cutter only.

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21. NEVER LEAVE TOOL RUNNING UNATTENDED.

TURN POWER OFF. Do not leave tool until it

comes to a complete stop.

22. REPLACEMENT PARTS. When servicing, use

only identical replacement parts.

23. POLARIZED PLUGS. To reduce the risk of elec-

tric shock, this equipment has a polarized plug

(one blade is wider than the other). This plug

will t in a polarized outlet only one way. If the

plug does not t fully in the outlet, reverse the

plug. If it still does not t, contact a qualied

electrician 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 specied

on the nameplate of the tool. A power source with

voltage greater than that specied 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 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 under-

sized 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 number, the

heavier the cord.

Table 1: Minimum gage for cord

Ampere Rating Volts Total length of cord in feet

120V 25 ft. 50 ft. 100 ft. 150 ft.

220V - 240V 50 ft. 100 ft. 200 ft. 300 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

Specic safety rules

DO NOT let comfort or familiarity with product

(gained from repeated use) replace strict adherence

to portable cut-off safety rules. If you use this tool

unsafely or incorrectly, you can suffer serious per-

sonal injury.

1. Wear hearing protection during extended

period of operation.

2. Use only wheels having a maximum operat-

ing speed at least as high as "No Load RPM"

marked on the tool’s nameplate. Use only

berglass-reinforced cut-off wheels.

3. Check the wheel carefully for cracks or dam-

age before operation. Replace cracked or dam-

aged wheel immediately. Run the tool (with

guard) at no load for about a minute, holding

tool away from others. If wheel is awed, it will

likely separate during this test.

4. Secure the wheel carefully.

5. Use only anges specied for this tool.

6. Be careful not to damage the spindle, anges

(especially the installing surface) or bolt.

Damage to these parts could result in wheel

breakage.

7. Do not operate the tool without guards in

place. Check wheel guard for proper closing

before each use. Do not operate the tool if

wheel guard does not move freely and close

instantly. Never clamp or tie the wheel guard

into the open position.

8. Hold the handle rmly.

9. Keep hands away from rotating parts.

10. Make sure the wheel is not contacting the

workpiece before the switch is turned on.

11. Before using the tool on an actual workpiece,

let it run for a while. Watch for vibration or

wobbling that could indicate poor installation

or a poorly balanced wheel.

12. Watch out for ying sparks when operating.

They can cause injury or ignite combustible

materials.

13. Remove material or debris from the area

that might be ignited by sparks. Be sure that

others are not in the path of the sparks. Keep

a proper, charged re extinguisher closely

available.

14. Use the cutting edge of the wheel only. Never

use side surface.

15. Do not attempt to keep the trigger in the ON

position.

16. If the wheel stops during operation, makes an

odd noise or begins to vibrate, switch off the

tool immediately.

17. Turn off the tool and wait for the wheel to

stop before moving workpiece or changing

settings.

18. Do not touch the workpiece immediately after

operation; it is extremely hot and could burn

your skin.

19. Store wheels in a dry location only.

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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Symbols

The followings show the symbols used for tool.

volts

amperes

hertz

alternating current

Class II Construction

revolutions or reciprocation per minute

INSTALLATION

WARNING: This tool produces spark when

cutting a workpiece. Do not install this tool in

the place in which ammable and/or explosive

materials might be ignited by the 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 is

switched off and unplugged before adjusting or

checking function on the tool.

Unlocking/locking tool head

The tool head can be locked. Always lock the tool head

when not in use or carrying.

For LW1400

To unlock, depress the tool head slightly and push the

lock pin. To lock, return the lock pin while holding down

the tool head.

1

► 1. Lock pin

For LW1401

Unhook the lock chain from the hook. Always hook the

lock chain to the hook when not in use.

2

1

► 1. Hook 2. Lock chain

Switch action

WARNING: Before plugging in the tool,

always check to see that the switch trigger actu-

ates properly and returns to the "OFF" position

when released.

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1

2

► 1. Lock-off button 2. Switch trigger

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.

Insufcient xing may result in personal injury.

The following interval settings of the vise are available:

• 0 - 170 mm (0″- 6-11/16″) (original setting)

• 35 - 205 mm (1-3/8″- 8-1/16″)

• 70 - 240 mm (2-3/4″- 9-7/16″)

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.

1

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.

1

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. Insufcient xing may result in

personal injury.

For LW1400

Turn the lever counterclockwise. Move the guide plate

to the desired angle and fully tighten the lever.

6 ENGLISH

1

2

► 1. Guide plate 2. Lever

For LW1401

NOTICE: When performing right miter cut,

always set the guide plate at 0 - 170 mm (0″-

6-11/16″) position. Setting at the 35 - 205 mm

(1-3/8″- 8-1/16″) or 70 - 240 mm (2-3/4″- 9-7/16″)

position hinders the movement of stopper plate,

which results in a failure cut.

Loosen the two hex bolts using a socket wrench. Turn

the guide plate to the desired angle and secure it with

the hex bolts. Be careful not to move the set angle while

securing the hex bolts.

1

2

► 1. Guide plate 2. Hex bolts

NOTE: The scale on the guide plate is only a rough

indication. For 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.

Stopper plate

For LW1401 only (country specic)

A

B

1

► 1. Stopper plate

The stopper plate prevents the cut-off wheel from

contacting the workbench or oor. When a new cut-off

wheel is installed, set the stopper plate to position (A).

When the cut-off wheel wears down to the extent that

the lower portion of the workpiece is left uncut, set the

stopper plate to position (B) to allow increased cutting

capacity with a worn down wheel.

ASSEMBLY

CAUTION: Always be sure that the tool is

switched off and unplugged before carrying out

any work on the tool.

Removing or installing cut-off wheel

CAUTION: Be sure to tighten the toolless

clamp or hex bolt securely. Insufcient tightening

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 anges which are provided with the

tool.

CAUTION: Always lower the safety guard

after replacing the wheel.

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4

5

6

1

2

3

► 1. Inner ange 2. Ring 3. O-ring 4. Cut-off wheel

5. Outer ange 6. Toolless clamp / Hex bolt

For LW1400

Raise the safety guard. Turn the toolless clamp coun-

terclockwise while holding down the shaft lock. Then

remove the toolless clamp, outer ange and cut-off

wheel. When removing the cut-off wheel, do not remove

the inner ange as well as the ring and O-ring.

2

1

► 1. Shaft lock 2. Toolless clamp

To install the cut-off wheel, follow the removal proce-

dures in reverse. Make sure to t the hole of cut-off

wheel to the ring and return the safety guard.

For LW1401

Raise the safety guard. Turn the hex bolt counterclock-

wise using a socket wrench while holding down the

shaft lock. Then remove the hex bolt, outer ange and

wheel.

1

2

► 1. Shaft lock 2. Hex bolt

To install the wheel, follow the removal procedures in

reverse. Make sure to t the hole of cut-off wheel to the

ring and return the safety guard.

OPERATION

CAUTION: Proper handle pressure during

cutting and maximum cutting efciency can

be determined by the amount of sparks that is

produced while cutting. Do not force the cut

by applying excessive pressure on the handle.

Reduced cutting efciency, premature wheel wear, as

well as, possible damage to the tool, cut-off wheel or

workpiece may result.

Hold the handle rmly. Switch on the tool and wait until

the wheel attains full speed before lowering gently

into the cut. When the wheel contacts the workpiece,

gradually bear down on the handle to perform the cut.

When the cut is 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

(5″)

127 mm

(5″)

115 x 130 mm

(4-1/2″x 5-1/8″)

102 x 194 mm

(4″x 7-5/8″)

70 x 233 mm

(2-3/4″-9-1/8″)

115 x 103 mm

(4-1/2″- 4-1/16″)

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Cutting angle /

Workpiece shape

90° 45°

119 x 119 mm

(4-11/16″x

4-11/16″)

106 x 106 mm

(4-3/16″x 4-3/16″)

137 x 137 x 10 mm

(5-3/8″x 5-3/8″x

3/8″)

100 x 100 x 10 mm

(4″x 4″x 3/8″)

Securing workpiece

CAUTION: Always place the thread holder on

the shaft threads when securing the workpiece.

Failure to do so may result in insufcient securing of

the workpiece. This could cause the workpiece to be

ejected or cause a dangerous breakage of the wheel.

While the thread holder is lifted, the vise plate can be

moved in and out quickly. To grip a workpiece, push the

handle until the vise plate contacts the workpiece then

return the thread holder. Turn the handle clockwise until

the workpiece is securely retained.

1

2 3

► 1. Handle 2. Thread holder 3. Vise plate

When the cut-off wheel has worn down considerably,

place a spacer block behind the workpiece as shown

in the gure. You can more efciently utilize the worn

wheel by using the mid point on the periphery of the

wheel to cut the workpiece. Use a sturdy and non-am-

mable material for a spacer block.

1

► 1. Spacer block

When cutting workpieces over 85 mm (3-3/8″) wide at

an angle, attach a straight piece of wood (spacer) over

190 mm (7-1/2″) long x 45 mm (1-3/4″) wide to the guide

plate as shown in the gure. Attach this spacer with

screws through the holes in the guide plate. Make sure

that the cut-off wheel does not contact the spacer when

the tool head is depressed.

1

2

3

4

► 1. Guide plate 2. Spacer block over 190 mm (7-1/2″)

long x 45 mm (1-3/4″) wide 3. Workpiece over 85

mm (3-3/8″) 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 gure. 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

either side so that it will be level with the base top. Use

non-ammable material for supporting blocks.

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1

► 1. Supporting block

Carrying tool

Fold down the tool head and lock it. Hold the handle

when carrying.

MAINTENANCE

CAUTION: Always be sure that the tool is

switched off and unplugged before attempting to

perform inspection or maintenance.

NOTICE: Never use gasoline, benzine, thinner,

alcohol or the like. Discoloration, deformation or

cracks may result.

Replacing carbon brushes

1

► 1. Limit mark

Check the carbon brushes regularly.

Replace them 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.

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

specied 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 regard-

ing these accessories, ask your local Makita Service

Center.

• Abrasive cut-off wheels

• Socket wrench (for LW1401 only)

NOTE: Some items in the list may be included in the

tool package as standard accessories. They may

differ from country to country.

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:

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• 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 specic legal rights, and you

may also have other rights which vary from state to

state. Some states do not allow the exclusion or lim-

itation 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.

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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.

WARNING

< USA only >

ADVERTENCIA

Algunos polvos creados por el lijado, aserrado, esmerilado, taladrado y

otras actividades de la construcción contienen sustancias químicas

reconocidas por el Estado de California como causantes de cáncer, defectos

de nacimiento y otros peligros de reproducción. Algunos ejemplos de estos

productos químicos son:

• plomo de pinturas a base de plomo,

• sílice cristalino de ladrillos y cemento y otros productos de albañilería, y

• arsénico y cromo de maderas tratadas químicamente.

El riesgo al que se expone varía, dependiendo de la frecuencia con la que

realice este tipo de trabajo. Para reducir la exposición a estos productos

químicos: trabaje en un área bien ventilada y póngase el equipo de seguridad

indicado, tal como las máscaras contra polvo que están especialmente

diseñadas para filtrar partículas microscópicas.

< Sólo en los Estados Unidos >

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