MAINTENANCE
CAUTION:
Always be sure
that
the
tool
is
switched
off
and unplugged before
attempting
to
perform
inspection
or
maintenance.
Replacing
carbon
brushes
Remove and check
the
carbon brushes
regularly. Replace 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.
Release
the
lock lever and remove
the
knob
by turning it counterclockwise.
The
com-
pression spring will
come
out
of
the
knob,
so be careful
not
to
lose
the
compression
spring.
Limit
mark
Use
a screwdriver
to
remove
the
brush
Brush holder
cap
holder caps.
Take
out
the
worn
carbon
brushes, insert
the
new ones and secure
the
Screwdriver
brush holder caps.
Put
the
compression spring
on
the
nut
and install
the
knob
by turning clockwise, while
pressing it down.
To
maintain
product
SAFETY
and RELIABILITY, repairs, any
other
maintenance
or
adjustment
should be performed by Makita Authorized
or
Factory
Service Centers,
always using Makita
replacement
parts.
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