Makita LW1401 LW1400 LW1401 Instruction Manual - Page 2

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 specifications herein are subject to change without notice. • Specifications may differ from country to country. • Weight according to EPTA-Procedure 01/2003 • The shape and weight vary depending on the specifications which differ country to country. For your own safety, read instruction manual before operating 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 specific potential 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 locations, or expose them to rain. Keep work area well lighted. Do not use tool in presence of flammable 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 attachment 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 resistant 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 performance. 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 accessories. 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 damaged 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, breakage of parts, mounting, and any other conditions 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. 2 ENGLISH