Makita LS1219L Sliding Compound Miter Saw - Revision history

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Proper Setup and Use

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 == Troubleshooting ==
 [https://wiki.asmbly.org/index.php/File:Mikita_Miter_Saw_LS1219L_-_Manual.pdf Mikita LS1219L Sliding Compound Miter Saw Manual]

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−	~~'''For Sale'''~~
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−	''$200. It is currently in a damaged state due to the blade guard mechanism. The parts to fix this would likely run less than $100. While this may be a bit fragile in a Makerspace environment, in a home garage or workshop with experienced users, this tool will last a lifetime.''
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		+	''$200. It is currently in a damaged state due to the blade guard mechanism. The parts to fix this would likely run less than $100. While this may be a bit fragile in a Makerspace environment, in a home garage or workshop with experienced users, this tool will last a lifetime.''
		+	</blockquote>
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 == Troubleshooting ==
 [https://wiki.asmbly.org/index.php/File:Mikita_Miter_Saw_LS1219L_-_Manual.pdf Mikita LS1219L Sliding Compound Miter Saw Manual]
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 * Activate the power switch and then gently lower the saw head into the work piece to begin making the cross cut.
-* Continue the downward pressure until the saw blade cut all the wat through the work piece.
+* Continue the downward pressure until the saw blade cut all the way through the work piece.
 * Hold the saw head down and release the power switch while keeping your hands in this position until the saw blade comes to a full stop.
 * Once the saw blade has come to a full stop, raise the saw head upward into its UP position.

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 '''Proper Setup and Use'''
-¨    '''Getting To Know the Miter Saw'''
+'''Getting To Know the Miter Saw'''
-¨    '''General Miter Saw Preparations'''
+* '''General Miter Saw Preparations'''
-o   '''Hand and Body Position'''
+* '''Cross Cut (Chop Cut)]'''
+** '''Preparing the Miter Saw'''
-* The work piece MUST be held firmly and securely against the table and fence to prevent the piece from moving while it is being cut.
+** Using a “Tried & True” (has been tested and proven to be accurate) square, check that the saw blade is at 90° perpendicular to saw table, and at 90°perpendicular to the saw fence.
-* Always use the sliding base extensions, and additional workpiece supports such as clamps or hold down sticks to properly secure the work piece outside the “No Hands Zone”.
+** If either of these angles are off a perfect 90°, adjust the miter saw as per the manual.
 o   '''Preparing for the Cross Cut (Chop Cut)'''

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 o   '''Hand and Body Position'''
-§  The work piece MUST be held firmly and securely against the table and fence to prevent the piece from moving while it is being cut.
+* The work piece MUST be held firmly and securely against the table and fence to prevent the piece from moving while it is being cut.
+* Always use the sliding base extensions, and additional workpiece supports such as clamps or hold down sticks to properly secure the work piece outside the “No Hands Zone”.
-§  Always use the sliding base extensions, and additional workpiece supports such as clamps or hold down sticks to properly secure the work piece outside the “No Hands Zone”.
+* If it is safe, the work piece can be securely held against the table and fence with your hand only outside “No Hands Zone”.
+* Never place your hands on or near the saw blade while in operation.
-§  If it is safe, the work piece can be securely held against the table and fence with your hand only outside “No Hands Zone”.
+* Keep your feet firmly planted on the floor and maintain a firm balanced stance.
 o   '''Dry Run:''' It is critical to know where the saw blade will intersect with the work piece while making the cut.
-§  Simulated Cut: With the power OFF, and the work piece firmly secured against the table and fence, lower the saw head and make note of how and where the saw blade intersects with the work piece.
+* Simulated Cut: With the power OFF, and the work piece firmly secured against the table and fence, lower the saw head and make note of how and where the saw blade intersects with the work piece.
+* Adjustments: Make any necessary adjustments to add clamps if your hand will be close the “No Hands Zone” or move them so they do not interfere with the saw blade guard during the actual cut.
 ¨    '''Cross Cut (Chop Cut)'''
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 o   '''Preparing the Miter Saw'''
-§  Using a “Tried & True” (has been tested and proven to be accurate) square, check that the saw blade is at 90° perpendicular to saw table, and at 90°perpendicular to the saw fence.
+* Using a “Tried & True” (has been tested and proven to be accurate) square, check that the saw blade is at 90° perpendicular to saw table, and at 90°perpendicular to the saw fence.
-§  If either of these angles are off a perfect 90°, adjust the miter saw as per the manual.
+* If either of these angles are off a perfect 90°, adjust the miter saw as per the manual.
 o   '''Preparing for the Cross Cut (Chop Cut)'''
-§  Ensure the work area (floor, saw table, surrounding work tables, Etc.) is free of debris and tripping hazards.
+* Ensure the work area (floor, saw table, surrounding work tables, Etc.) is free of debris and tripping hazards.
+* Ensure the saw head is in the UP position and pushed back over the rear fence.
-§  Ensure the saw head is in the UP position and pushed back over the rear fence.
+* Ensure that the sliding lever lock is engaged. If necessary, engage the lock and re-test to ensure the saw head does not slide forward.
+* Position your work piece and clamp as necessary per the above Hand and Body Position instructions.
-§  Ensure that the sliding lever lock is engaged. If necessary, engage the lock and re-test to ensure the saw head does not slide forward.
+* Active the laser light power switch if desired.
+* Perform your Dry Run and make all necessary adjustments to your set up for a safe Cross Cut.
 o   '''Cross Cut (Chop Cut) Procedure'''
-§  Activate the power switch and then gently lower the saw head into the work piece to begin making the cross cut.
+* Activate the power switch and then gently lower the saw head into the work piece to begin making the cross cut.
+* Continue the downward pressure until the saw blade cut all the wat through the work piece.
-§  Continue the downward pressure until the saw blade cut all the wat through the work piece.
+* Hold the saw head down and release the power switch while keeping your hands in this position until the saw blade comes to a full stop.
+* Once the saw blade has come to a full stop, raise the saw head upward into its UP position.
-§  Hold the saw head down and release the power switch while keeping your hands in this position until the saw blade comes to a full stop.
+* Turn off laser light if it was used.
+* Remove your work piece and off cut.
 o   '''Clean Up'''
-§  Either dispose of your off cut into a trash can, take home it home, or if its large enough for someone else to use, place it on the scrap cart.
+* Either dispose of your off cut into a trash can, take home it home, or if its large enough for someone else to use, place it on the scrap cart.
+* Using a brush, clean all the saw surfaces and surrounding miter saw station tables.
-§  Using a brush, clean all the saw surfaces and surrounding miter saw station tables.
+* Sweep the floor gathering up all the saw dust and wood chips and dispose of them into a trash can.
+* An alternative is to use a shop vac to clean up the miter saw, miter saw station, and floor.
 ¨    '''Slide Cut'''

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	==Proper Setup and Use==		==Proper Setup and Use==
		+	'''Proper Setup and Use'''
		+
		+	¨ '''Getting To Know the Miter Saw'''
		+
		+	¨ '''General Miter Saw Preparations'''
		+
		+	o '''Hand and Body Position'''
		+
		+	§ The work piece MUST be held firmly and securely against the table and fence to prevent the piece from moving while it is being cut.
		+
		+	§ Always use the sliding base extensions, and additional workpiece supports such as clamps or hold down sticks to properly secure the work piece outside the “No Hands Zone”.
		+
		+	§ If it is safe, the work piece can be securely held against the table and fence with your hand only outside “No Hands Zone”.
		+
		+	§ Never place your hands on or near the saw blade while in operation.
		+
		+	§ Keep your feet firmly planted on the floor and maintain a firm balanced stance.
		+
		+	o '''Dry Run:''' It is critical to know where the saw blade will intersect with the work piece while making the cut.
		+
		+	§ Simulated Cut: With the power OFF, and the work piece firmly secured against the table and fence, lower the saw head and make note of how and where the saw blade intersects with the work piece.
		+
		+	§ Adjustments: Make any necessary adjustments to add clamps if your hand will be close the “No Hands Zone” or move them so they do not interfere with the saw blade guard during the actual cut.
		+
		+	¨ '''Cross Cut (Chop Cut)'''
		+
		+	o '''Preparing the Miter Saw'''
		+
		+	§ Using a “Tried & True” (has been tested and proven to be accurate) square, check that the saw blade is at 90° perpendicular to saw table, and at 90°perpendicular to the saw fence.
		+
		+	§ If either of these angles are off a perfect 90°, adjust the miter saw as per the manual.
		+
		+	o '''Preparing for the Cross Cut (Chop Cut)'''
		+
		+	§ Ensure the work area (floor, saw table, surrounding work tables, Etc.) is free of debris and tripping hazards.
		+
		+	§ Ensure the saw head is in the UP position and pushed back over the rear fence.
		+
		+	§ Ensure that the sliding lever lock is engaged. If necessary, engage the lock and re-test to ensure the saw head does not slide forward.
		+
		+	§ Position your work piece and clamp as necessary per the above Hand and Body Position instructions.
		+
		+	§ Active the laser light power switch if desired.
		+
		+	§ Perform your Dry Run and make all necessary adjustments to your set up for a safe Cross Cut.
		+
		+	o '''Cross Cut (Chop Cut) Procedure'''
		+
		+	§ Activate the power switch and then gently lower the saw head into the work piece to begin making the cross cut.
		+
		+	§ Continue the downward pressure until the saw blade cut all the wat through the work piece.
		+
		+	§ Hold the saw head down and release the power switch while keeping your hands in this position until the saw blade comes to a full stop.
		+
		+	§ Once the saw blade has come to a full stop, raise the saw head upward into its UP position.
		+
		+	§ Remove your work piece and off cut.
		+
		+	o '''Clean Up'''
		+
		+	§ Either dispose of your off cut into a trash can, take home it home, or if its large enough for someone else to use, place it on the scrap cart.
		+
		+	§ Using a brush, clean all the saw surfaces and surrounding miter saw station tables.
		+
		+	§ Sweep the floor gathering up all the saw dust and wood chips and dispose of them into a trash can.
		+
		+	§ An alternative is to use a shop vac to clean up the miter saw, miter saw station, and floor.
		+
		+	¨ '''Slide Cut'''
		+
		+	¨ '''Miter Cut'''
		+
		+	¨ '''Bevel Cut'''
		+
		+	¨ '''Compound Cuts'''
		+
		+	¨ '''Grooving Cut'''
		+
		+

	==== Before Use ====		==== Before Use ====