Maintenance - Makita 5901B Instruction Manual

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1. Screw
2. Rip fence (Guide rule)

MAINTENANCE

1. Limit mark
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1. Brush holder cap
2. Screwdriver
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.
• Saw blades
• Rip fence (Guide rule)
Rip fence (Guide rule)
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The handy rip fence allows you to do extra-accurate straight cuts. Simply slide
the rip fence up snugly against the side of the workpiece and secure it in posi-
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tion with the screw on the front of the base. It also makes repeated cuts of uni-
form width possible.
CAUTION:
• Always be sure that the tool is switched off and unplugged before
attempting to perform inspection or maintenance.
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.
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Use a screwdriver to remove the brush holder caps. Take out the worn carbon
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brushes, insert the new ones and secure the brush holder caps.
To maintain product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs, any other mainte-
nance or adjustment should be performed by Makita Authorized Service Cent-
ers, always using Makita replacement parts.
• Offset wrench 13
• Joint set
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