MAINTENANCE
CAUTION:
Always be sure that the tool is
switched off and unplugged before attempting to
perform inspection or maintenance.
CAUTION:
Never use gasoline, benzine, thin-
ner, alcohol or the like. Discoloration, deformation
or cracks may result.
Sharpening the planer blades
For conventional planer blades only
Always keep your planer blades sharp for the best per-
formance possible. Use the sharpening holder (optional
accessory) to remove nicks and produce a fine edge.
► Fig.19: 1. Sharpening holder
First, loosen the two wing nuts on the holder and insert
the planer blades (A) and (B), so that they contact the
sides (C) and (D). Then tighten the wing nuts.
► Fig.20: 1. Wing nut 2. Planer blade (A) 3. Planer
blade (B) 4. Side (D) 5. Side (C)
Immerse the dressing stone in water for 2 or 3 minutes
before sharpening. Hold the holder so that the both
blades contact the dressing stone for simultaneous
sharpening at the same angle.
► Fig.21
Replacing carbon brushes
► Fig.22: 1. Limit mark
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 chip cover or nozzle.
► Fig.23: 1. Chip cover or Nozzle 2. Screwdriver
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.
► Fig.24: 1. Brush holder cap 2. Screwdriver
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.
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