The makita jm23500035 guard spring is a genuine oem replacement part designed to restore correct blade guard operation on the makita ls0815fl sliding compound mitre saw. This spring controls the return movement of the lower blade guard, ensuring it covers the blade when not in use and retracts smoothly during a cut. When a guard spring wears, fatigues, or is damaged by impact, the guard can become sluggish or stick both of which affect safe and efficient operation. Replacing it with a genuine makita component restores the correct tension and action without any modifications. Engineered specifically for the ls0815fl, this part offers assured compatibility and a direct fit. It supports consistent guard positioning over time, helping tradespeople and workshop users maintain safe cutting practice and a clear line of cut. It is equally suited to routine scheduled maintenance as it is to reactive repair after accidental damage. Supplied individually under makita part reference jm23500035, this is a straightforward maintenance component for any professional or workshop keeping their sliding compound mitre saw in reliable working order. Features and benefits: genuine makita oem part assured compatibility with the ls0815fl restores correct lower guard return and blade coverage robust metal construction for reliable, repeated guard cycles prevents sluggish or sticking guard action caused by wear or fatigue direct replacement fit no modifications required stable tension characterist...