MAINTENANCE
CAUTION:
Always be sure that the tool is switched off and
•
unplugged before attempting to perform inspection
or maintenance.
The tool and its air vents have to be kept clean.
Regularly clean the tool's air vents or whenever the
vents start to become obstructed.
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008001
Replacing carbon brushes
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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.
Use a screwdriver to remove the brush holder caps.
Take out the worn carbon brushes, insert the new ones
and secure the brush holder caps.
1. Exhaust vent
2. Inhalation vent
2
1. Limit mark
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008000
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.
ACCESSORIES
CAUTION:
These
accessories
•
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.
attachment for its stated purpose.
Your tool is supplied with a guard for use with a
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depressed center grinding wheel, multi-disc and
wire wheel brush. A cut-off wheel can also be used
with an optional guard. If you decide to use your
Makita grinder with approved accessories which
you purchase from your Makita distributor or
factory service center, be sure to obtain and use all
necessary fasteners and guards as recommended
in this manual. Your failure to do so could result in
personal injury to you and others.
If you need any assistance for more details regarding
these accessories, ask your local Makita Service Center.
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1. Brush holder
cap
2. Screwdriver
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or
attachments
Only use
accessory or
are