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nOTE: Make several light passes instead of one heavy pass for
better quality work.
MAINTENANCE
Your D WALT power tool has been designed to operate
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over a long period of time with a minimum of maintenance.
Continuous satisfactory operation depends upon proper tool
care and regular cleaning.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal
injury, turn tool off and disconnect tool from power
source before making any adjustments or removing/
installing attachments or accessories. Be sure the
trigger switch is in the OFF position. An accidental start-up
can cause injury.
Brush Inspection
For your continued safety and electrical protection, brush
inspection and replacement on this tool should ONLY be
performed by a D WALT factory service center, a D
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authorized service center or other qualified service personnel.
At approximately 100 hours of use, take or send your tool to your
nearest D WALT factory service center or D
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service center to be thoroughly cleaned and inspected. Have
worn parts replaced and lubricated with fresh lubricant. Have
new brushes installed, and test the tool for performance.
Any loss of power before the above maintenance check may
indicate the need for immediate servicing of your tool. DO NOT
CONTINUE TO OPERATE TOOL UNDER THIS CONDITION. If proper
operating voltage is present, return your tool to the service
station for immediate service.
Waxing Motor and Base
To maintain a smooth action when moving the motor unit in
relation to the base, the outside of the motor unit and the inside
of the base can be waxed using any standard paste or liquid
wax. Per the manufacturer's instructions, rub the wax onto the
outside diameter of the motor unit and the inside diameter of
the base. Allow wax to dry and buff off residue with a soft cloth.
Lubrication
Your power tool requires no additional lubrication.
Cleaning

WARNING: Blow dirt and dust out of the main housing
with dry air as often as dirt is seen collecting in and around
the air vents. Wear approved eye protection and approved
dust mask when performing this procedure.

WARNING: Never use solvents or other harsh chemicals
for cleaning the non-metallic parts of the tool. These
chemicals may weaken the materials used in these parts.
Use a cloth dampened only with water and mild soap.
Never let any liquid get inside the tool; never immerse any
part of the tool into a liquid.
Optional Accessories

Consult your dealer for further information on the
appropriate accessories.
Protecting the Environment
be recovered or recycled reducing the demand for raw
materials. Please recycle electrical products and batteries
according to local provisions. Further information is available at
www.2helpU.com.
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WALT authorized
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WARNING: Since accessories, other than those offered
by D WALT, have not been tested with this product, use
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of such accessories with this tool could be hazardous.
To reduce the risk of injury, only D
accessories should be used with this product.
Separate collection. Products and batteries marked
with this symbol must not be disposed of with normal
household waste.
Products and batteries contain materials that can
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