Maintenance; Replacing Carbon Brushes - Makita BTP130 Instruction Manual

Always secure small workpieces in a vise or similar
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hold-down device.
If the tool is operated continuously until the battery
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cartridge has discharged, allow the tool to rest for
15 minutes before proceeding with a fresh battery.

MAINTENANCE

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

Replacing carbon brushes

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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 two screws then remove
the rear cover.
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Raise the arm part of the spring and then place it in the
recessed part of the housing with a slotted bit
screwdriver of slender shaft or the like.
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1. Limit mark
1. Rear cover
2. Screws
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2
1. Spring
2. Arm
3. Recessed part
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Use pliers to remove the carbon brush cap of the carbon
brushes. Take out the worn carbon brushes, insert the
new ones and replace the carbon brush cap in reverse.
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Make sure that the carbon brush cap have fit into the
holes in brush holders securely.
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Reinstall the rear cover and tighten two screws securely.
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 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.
Screw bits
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Hook
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Plastic carrying case
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Various type of Makita genuine batteries and
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chargers
Stopper (for impact driving)
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Bit piece
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1. Carbon brush
cap
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1. Hole
2. Carbon brush
cap
or attachments
Only use accessory or
are