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MAINTENANCE
CAUTION:
• Always be sure that the tool is switched off and the
battery cartridge is removed before attempting to
perform inspection or maintenance.
Adjusting for accuracy of 90° cut (vertical cut)
This adjustment has been made at the factory. But if it is
off, adjust the adjusting screws with a hex wrench while
inspecting 90° the blade with the base using a
triangular rule or square rule, etc.
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007981
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007982
Replacing carbon brushes
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001145
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.
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007983
After replacing brushes, insert the battery cartridge into
the tool and break in brushes by running tool with no
load for about 1 minute. Then check the tool while
running and electric brake operation when releasing the
switch trigger. If electric brake is not working well, ask
your local Makita service center for repair.
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 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 accessory or
attachment for its stated purpose.
If you need any assistance for more details regarding
these accessories, ask your local Makita Service Center.
• Carbide-tipped saw blades
Combination
General purpose blade for fast and smooth rip,
crosscuts and miters.
006540
• Rip fence (Guide rule)
• Hex wrench 5
• Dust nozzle
• Makita genuine batteries and charger
1. Brush holder
cap
2. Screwdriver
1. Limit mark
1. Triangular rule
1. Adjusting screw
for 90 ﾟ