Maintenance; Replacing Carbon Brushes - Makita 6842 Instruction Manual

Be careful not to drive a screw onto another screw
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already fastened.
Do not operate the tool without screws. It will
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damage the driving surface.
Driving in corner
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15mm(5/8")
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This tool can be used to drive at a position 15 mm (5/8")
away from the wall as shown in the figure.
CAUTION:
Driving at a position closer than 15 mm (5/8") to the
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wall or driving with the stopper base in contact with
the wall may damage the screw heads and cause
wear on the bit. This may also lead to poor
fastening of screws and malfunction of the tool.

MAINTENANCE

CAUTION:
Always be sure that the tool is switched off and
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unplugged before attempting to perform inspection
or maintenance.
Never use gasoline, benzine, thinner, alcohol or
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the like. Discoloration, deformation or cracks may
result.

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. Wall
2. Stopper base
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1. Limit mark
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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
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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.
If you need any assistance for more details regarding
these accessories, ask your local Makita Service Center.
Phillips bit
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Drywall screw strips
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Extension handle
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Plastic carrying case
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1. Brush holder
cap
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2. Screwdriver
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or attachments
Only use accessory or
are