Maintenance & Troubleshooting - IQ Power Tools IQ 360 Owner's Manual & Operating Instructions

MAINTENANCE & TROUBLESHOOTING
MAITNENANCE:
GENERAL MAINTENANCE:
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The following maintenance should be performed following each use. Use light oil, such as WD-40 or 3-in-1 when lubri-
cating parts.
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Lubricate the Cutting Heading Torsion Spring.
WARNING
Turn Off and unplug the tool. Be sure the Trigger switch
is in the OFF position.
MOTOR BRUSH INSPECTION AND REPLACEMENT:
Brushes should be regularly inspected for wear. To inspect brushes unscrew the two end cap screws (W) and remove end cap
(X). Remove brush cap (Z). Brushed (Y) should slide freely in brush box. If brushes are worn down to .3" (8mm) as shown in
Figure 10 they should be replaced.
To reinstall:
1. push new brush back into brush box
2. If replacing the existing brush, maintain same orientation as when removed.
Replace the brush cap (DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN).
1. Replace end cap and two screws.
2. Tighten Securely.
CLEANING:
Blowing dust and grit out of the main housing by means of an air hose is recommended and may be done as often as dirt is
seen collecting in and around the air vents. Always wear proper eye and respiratory protection.
REPAIRS:
To assure product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs, maintenance and adjustment should be performed by authorized
service centers or other qualified service organizations, always using identical replacement parts.
NOTE: Unit may be converted to a 3-wire twist lock cord set at an authorized service center.
LUBRICATION:
Closed –type, grease-sealed ball bearings are used throughout. These bearings have sufficient lubrication packed in them at
the factory to last the life of the chop saw.
BLADE WILL NOT CUT PROPERLY:
STEP A: Check for proper rotation. If rotation is not correct, reposition the Blade. If rotation is
correct, proceed to Step B.
STEP B: Ensure the blade core is not bent. If core is bent, change blade. If core is not bent, proceed
to Step C.
STEP C: Verify the correct Blade is being used for Material. Contact the place of purchase or IQ
Power Tools (888) 274-7744 for additional assistance.
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