MAKITA MLT100 (02) PDF Document

The specifications for the MAKITA MLT100 table saw are as follows:

Due to a continuing program of research and development, these specifications are subject to change without notice. Specifications may differ from country to country. Weight is according to EPTA-Procedure 01/2003.

The symbols used for the MAKITA MLT100 table saw are as follows:

• i: Read instruction manual.

• Square within a square: DOUBLE INSULATION.

• Goggles icon: Wear safety glasses.

• Hand near blade with a slash through it: Do not place hand or fingers close to the blade.

• Wheeled bin with a cross through it: Only for EU countries. Do not dispose of electric equipment together with household waste material! In observance of the European Directive on Waste Electric and Electronic Equipment and its implementation in accordance with national law, electric equipment that have reached the end of their life must be collected separately and returned to an environmentally compatible recycling facility.

Intended use: The tool is intended for cutting in wood.

Power supply: The tool should be connected only to a power supply of the same voltage as indicated on the nameplate, and can only be operated on single-phase AC supply. The MAKITA MLT100 is double-insulated and can, therefore, also be used from sockets without an earth wire.

When using the MAKITA MLT100, follow these basic safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and personal injury:

1. Keep work area clean. Cluttered areas and benches invite injuries.

2. Consider work area environment. Do not expose power tools to rain or use them in damp or wet locations. Keep the work area well lit. Do not use power tools where there is a risk of fire or explosion.

3. Guard against electric shock. Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces (e.g. pipes, radiators, ranges, refrigerators).

4. Keep children away. Do not let visitors touch the tool or extension cord. All visitors should be kept away from the work area.

5. Store idle tools. When not in use, tools should be stored in a dry, high or locked-up place, out of reach of children.

6. Do not force the tool. It will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was intended.

7. Use the right tool. Do not force small tools or attachments to do the job of a heavy-duty tool. Do not use tools for purposes not intended; for example, do not use circular saws to cut tree limbs or logs.

8. Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery, as they can be caught in moving parts. Rubber gloves and non-skid footwear are recommended when working outdoors. Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair.

9. Use safety glasses and hearing protection. Also use a face or dust mask if the cutting operation is dusty.

10. Connect dust extraction equipment. If devices are provided, ensure they are connected and properly used.

11. Do not abuse the cord. Never carry the tool by the cord or yank it to disconnect it. Keep the cord away from heat, oil, and sharp edges.

12. Secure work. Use clamps or a vice to hold the work. It is safer than using your hand and frees both hands to operate the tool.

13. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.

14. Maintain tools with care. Keep cutting tools sharp and clean for better and safer performance. Follow instructions for lubrication and changing accessories. Inspect cords periodically and have them repaired if damaged. Keep handles dry, clean, and free from oil and grease.

15. Disconnect tools when not in use, before servicing, and when changing accessories like blades.

16. Remove adjusting keys and wrenches. Form the habit of checking to see that keys and wrenches are removed before turning the tool on.

17. Avoid unintentional starting. Do not carry a plugged-in tool with a finger on the switch. Ensure the switch is off when plugging in.

18. Use outdoor extension leads when the tool is used outdoors.

19. Stay alert. Watch what you are doing, use common sense, and do not operate the tool when you are tired.

20. Check damaged parts. Before use, carefully check any guard or part that is damaged to determine that it will operate properly. Check for alignment of moving parts, breakage, and any other conditions that may affect its operation. A damaged part should be properly repaired or replaced by an authorized service center.

21. Warning. The use of any accessory or attachment not recommended in the instruction manual may present a risk of personal injury.

22. Have your tool repaired by a qualified person. This electric tool is in accordance with relevant safety requirements. Repairs should only be carried out by qualified persons using original spare parts.

1. Wear eye protection.

2. Do not use the tool in the presence of flammable liquids or gases.

3. NEVER use the tool with an abrasive cut-off wheel installed.

4. Check the blade carefully for cracks or damage before operation. Replace cracked or damaged blade immediately.

5. Use only saw blades recommended by the manufacturer which conform to EN847-1. Observe that the riving knife must not be thicker than the width of the cut by the saw blade and not thinner than the body of the blade.

6. Always use accessories recommended in this manual. Improper accessories like abrasive cut-off wheels may cause injury.

7. Select the correct saw blade for the material to be cut.

8. Do not use saw blades manufactured from high-speed steel.

9. To reduce emitted noise, always be sure that the blade is sharp and clean.

10. Use correctly sharpened saw blades. Observe the maximum speed marked on the saw blade.

11. Clean the spindle, flanges (especially the installing surface), and hex nut before installing the blade. Poor installation may cause vibration/wobbling or slippage.

12. Use the saw-blade guard and riving knife for every operation for which it can be used, including all through sawing operations. NEVER use the tool with a faulty blade guard or secure it with a rope, string, etc.

13. Immediately reattach the guard and riving knife after completing an operation that requires their removal.

14. Do not cut metal objects like nails and screws. Inspect and remove all foreign material from the workpiece before operation.

15. Remove wrenches, cut-off pieces, etc. from the table before turning the switch on.

16. NEVER wear gloves during operation.

17. Keep hands out of the line of the saw blade.

18. NEVER stand or permit anyone else to stand in line with the path of the saw blade.

19. Make sure the blade is not contacting the riving knife or workpiece before the switch is turned on.

20. Before use, let the tool run for a while. Watch for vibration or wobbling that could indicate poor installation or a poorly balanced blade.

21. The tool should not be used for slotting, rabbetting, or grooving.

22. Replace table insert when worn.

23. NEVER make any adjustments while the tool is running. Disconnect the tool first.

24. Use a push stick when required for ripping narrow workpieces to keep hands and fingers away from the blade.

25. Always store the push-stick when it is not in use.

26. Pay particular attention to instructions for reducing the risk of KICKBACK.

27. Do not perform any operation freehand. Use a rip fence or miter gauge to support and guide the workpiece.

28. NEVER reach around or over the saw blade. NEVER reach for a workpiece until the blade has completely stopped.

29. Avoid abrupt, fast feeding. If you stall or jam the blade, turn the tool off immediately, unplug it, and then clear the jam.

30. NEVER remove cut-off pieces near the blade or touch the blade guard while the blade is running.

31. Knock out any loose knots from the workpiece BEFORE beginning to cut.

32. Do not abuse the cord. Keep it away from heat, oil, water, and sharp edges.

33. Some dust contains chemicals known to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm. Work in a well-ventilated area and use approved safety equipment, such as dust masks designed to filter out microscopic particles.

34. Connect the tool to a dust collecting device when sawing.

35. The guard can be lifted during workpiece setup and for cleaning. Always make sure the guard hood is down and flat against the sawtable before plugging in the tool.

KICKBACK is a sudden reaction to a pinched, bound, or misaligned saw blade, which causes the workpiece to be ejected back towards the operator and can lead to serious personal injury. To avoid KICKBACKS:

• Keep the blade sharp.

• Keep the rip fence parallel to the blade.

• Keep the riving knife and blade guard in place and operating properly.

• Do not release the workpiece until you have pushed it all the way past the blade.

• Do not rip a workpiece that is twisted or warped or does not have a straight edge to guide along the fence.

1. Locate the table saw in a well-lit and level area where you can maintain good footing and balance.

2. The area should have enough room to easily handle the size of your workpieces.

3. Secure the table saw with four screws or bolts (using the 8 mm diameter holes provided in the bottom) to a workbench or table saw stand. The mounting holes are spaced 588 mm apart (lengthwise) and 340 mm apart (widthwise).

4. When securing to a workbench, ensure there is an opening in the top of the bench the same size as the opening in the bottom of the table saw to allow sawdust to drop through.

5. If the table saw tends to tip over, slide, or move during operation, the workbench or stand should be secured to the floor.

The Push stick, Triangular rule, blade, and wrenches can be stored on the left side of the base. The rip fence (guide rule) and miter gauge can be stored on the right side of the base.

Before making any adjustments, ensure the tool is switched off and unplugged.

The depth of cut can be adjusted by turning the handle on the front of the saw. Turn the handle clockwise to raise the blade or counterclockwise to lower it. For a cleaner cut in thin materials, use a shallow depth setting.

Before making any adjustments, ensure the tool is switched off and unplugged.

1. Loosen the lock lever counterclockwise.

2. Turn the handwheel until the desired angle (0° – 45°) is obtained. The bevel angle is indicated by the arrow pointer.

3. After obtaining the desired angle, tighten the lock lever clockwise to secure the adjustment.

CAUTION: After adjusting the bevel angle, be sure to tighten the lock lever securely.

The MAKITA MLT100 is equipped with positive stops at 90° and 45° to the table surface. To check and adjust them:

1. Move the handwheel as far as possible by turning it to the 90° or 45° position.

2. Place a triangular rule on the table and check if the blade is perfectly at 90° or 45° to the table surface.

3. If the angle is too great (as in Fig. A in the manual), turn the corresponding adjusting screw clockwise.

4. If the angle is too small (as in Fig. B in the manual), turn the corresponding adjusting screw counterclockwise.

5. After adjusting the positive stops, set the blade at 90° to the table surface. Then adjust the arrow pointer so that its right edge is aligned with the 0° graduation on the scale.

CAUTION: Before plugging in the tool, always be sure that the tool is switched off. If you need to reset the switch after an operation, remove the workpiece from the table first.

To start the tool, raise the switch lever (marked ON).

To stop it, lower the switch lever (marked OFF).

The tool also features a restart button. If the tool needs to be reset, switch it off and then press in the restart button.

Sub table (R) – Right side:

1. Loosen the two screws on the right side counterclockwise.

2. Pull out the table (R) fully.

3. Tighten the two screws to secure it.

Sub table (back):

1. Loosen the screws on the left and right hand sides under the table.

2. Pull the table out backwards to the desired length.

3. At the desired length, tighten the screws securely.

CAUTION: Always ensure the tool is switched off and unplugged before installing or removing the blade. Use only the Makita socket wrench provided. Failure to do so may result in over or under-tightening of the hex nut, which could cause injury.

Use only saw blades that comply with the following characteristics:

Installation Steps:

1. Remove the table insert on the table.

2. Hold the outer flange with one wrench and loosen the hex nut counterclockwise with the other wrench.

3. Remove the hex nut and outer flange.

4. Assemble the inner flange, ring, saw blade, outer flange, and hex nut onto the arbor.

5. Ensure the teeth of the blade are pointing down at the front of the table.

6. Always install the hex nut with its recessed side facing the outer flange.

7. To secure the blade, hold the outer flange with the offset wrench and tighten the hex nut clockwise with the other wrench. BE SURE TO TIGHTEN THE HEX NUT SECURELY.

To remove the blade, follow these steps in reverse order.

CAUTION: A dangerous pinching condition may result if the blade and riving knife are not aligned properly. NEVER make adjustments while the tool is running. Disconnect the tool first.

1. Before installing, adjust the depth of cut to its maximum elevation.

2. Remove the center cover from the table insert.

3. Insert the riving knife into the blade guard mounting portion (stay). Tighten the hex bolts (A) with the provided wrench.

4. Check the alignment. The riving knife installing location is factory-adjusted so the blade and riving knife are in a straight line. If they are not, loosen the hex bolts (B) on the mounting portion (stay) and adjust it until the riving knife is aligned directly behind the blade. Then tighten hex bolts (B).

5. Adjust the clearance between the riving knife and the blade teeth to about 4-5 mm. Adjust the riving knife accordingly and tighten the hex bolts (A) securely.

6. Attach the table insert on the table, then check to see that the blade guard works smoothly before cutting.

CAUTION: Be sure to adjust the rip fence so that it is parallel with the blade, or a dangerous kickback condition may occur.

Installation:

1. Install the rip fence so that the fence holder engages with the nearmost guide rail.

2. To secure the rip fence, pivot the lever on the fence holder fully down.

Adjustment for Parallelism:

1. Secure the rip fence 2 – 3 mm from the blade.

2. Raise the blade to its maximum elevation.

3. Mark one of the blade teeth with a crayon.

4. Measure the distance between the rip fence and the marked tooth at the front of the blade (A).

5. Rotate the blade so the marked tooth is at the back, and measure the distance again (B).

6. These two measurements (A and B) should be identical. If they are not, adjust the fence as follows:

a. Loosen the two hex bolts on the rip fence with the provided hex wrench.

b. Adjust the rip fence until it becomes parallel with the blade.

c. Tighten the two hex bolts on the rip fence.

Adjusting the Scale:

1. Bring the rip fence up flush against the side of the blade.

2. Make sure that the guideline on the fence holder points to the 0 graduation on the scale.

3. If it does not point to 0, loosen the screw on the scale plate and adjust the scale plate.

Push sticks, push blocks, or auxiliary fences are types of “work helpers” used to make safe, sure cuts without the operator needing to contact the blade with any part of the body.

Push block:

• Use a 19 mm piece of plywood, approximately 120mm x 300mm.

• The handle should be in the center of the plywood piece. Fasten with glue and wood screws.

• A small piece of wood (9.5 mm x 8 mm x 50 mm) must always be glued to the plywood to keep the blade from dulling if the operator cuts into the push block by mistake. Never use nails in the push block.

Auxiliary fence:

• Make the auxiliary fence from 9.5 mm and 19 mm plywood pieces.

• A typical size would be a 460mm long base with a 120mm high fence attached.

• Always use “work helpers” like push sticks and push blocks when there is a danger that your hands or fingers will come close to the blade.

• Always hold the workpiece firmly with the table and the rip fence or miter gauge. Do not bend or twist it while feeding. A bent or twisted workpiece can cause dangerous kickbacks.

• NEVER withdraw the workpiece while the blade is running. If you must withdraw it, first switch the tool off while holding the workpiece firmly. Wait for the blade to stop completely before withdrawing.

• NEVER remove cut-off material while the blade is running.

• NEVER place your hands or fingers in the path of the saw blade. Be especially careful with bevel cuts.

• Always secure the rip fence firmly, or dangerous kickbacks may occur.

• Always use “work helpers” when cutting small or narrow workpieces.

CAUTION: When ripping, remove the miter gauge from the table. When cutting long or large workpieces, always provide adequate support behind the table at the same height as the table to prevent the board from moving or shifting.

1. Adjust the depth of cut to be a bit higher than the thickness of the workpiece.

2. Position the rip fence to the desired width of rip and lock it in place.

3. Turn the tool on and gently feed the workpiece into the blade along the rip fence.

• For rip widths of 150 mm and wider: Carefully use your right hand to feed the workpiece and your left hand to hold it against the rip fence.

• For rip widths of 65 mm – 150 mm: Use the push stick to feed the workpiece.

• For rip widths narrower than 65 mm: The push stick cannot be used as it will strike the blade guard. Use the auxiliary fence and a push block. Attach the auxiliary fence to the rip fence with two “C” clamps. Feed the workpiece by hand until the end is about 25 mm from the front edge of the table, then continue to feed using the push block on top of the auxiliary fence until the cut is complete.

CAUTION: When making a crosscut, remove the rip fence from the table. When cutting long or large workpieces, provide adequate support to the sides of the table at the same height. Always keep hands away from the path of the blade.

1. Slide the miter gauge into the grooves in the table.

2. Loosen the knob on the gauge and align it to the desired angle (0° to 60°).

3. Bring the stock flush up against the miter gauge fence.

4. If using the slide table, secure the workpiece with the clamp on the miter gauge.

5. Feed gently forward into the blade. The slide table will move with the workpiece.

The miter gauge can be used for cross cutting, mitering, bevel cutting, and compound mitering.

First, make sure the tool is unplugged.

CAUTION: Always secure all moving portions before carrying the tool. Always make sure the blade guard is installed in place before carrying the tool.

Carry the tool by holding the part shown in the figure in the manual, which is typically the base of the saw.

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, as discoloration, deformation or cracks may result.

Cleaning:

Clean out sawdust and chips from time to time. Carefully clean the blade guard and moving parts inside the table saw.

Lubrication:

To keep the table saw in top running condition and assure maximum service life, oil or grease the moving and rotating parts from time to time. Lubrication places include:

• Threaded shaft to elevate the blade

• Hinge to rotate the frame

• Elevation guide shafts on motor

• Gear to elevate the blade

Remove and check the carbon brushes regularly. Replace them when they wear down to 3 mm in length. 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. To access the brushes, remove the blade guard and blade.

3. Loosen the lock lever, tilt the saw head, and secure it at a 45° bevel angle.

4. Carefully lay the tool on itself backward.

5. Loosen the brush holder cap.

6. Remove the worn carbon brushes, insert the new ones, and secure the brush holder caps.

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 an accessory or attachment for its stated purpose.

If you need any assistance for more details regarding these accessories, ask your local Makita Service Center.

• Rip fence

• Miter gauge

• Wrench 24

• Hex wrench 5

• Joint (for connecting to dust collector)

• Stand set

NOTE: Some items in the list may be included in the tool package as standard accessories. They may differ from country to country.