Maintenance; Replacing Carbon Brushes - Makita JS1660 Instruction Manual

OPERATION
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Turn the tool on and set front ends of the side blades on
the workpiece. Now simply move the tool forward,
keeping the side blades flush with the workpiece surface.
CAUTION:
When cutting a small portion of the workpiece, you
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may have difficulty completing the end of the cut. In
that case, try to cut it again, pulling the workpiece
back slightly.

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 the
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like. Discoloration, deformation or cracks may
result.
Replacing blades
The service life of the blades varies in terms of the
workpiece to be cut. The following reference tables
indicate the approximate service life of the blades.
When the blades become dull, ask Makita Authorized
Service Centers to replace the blades.
For JS1660
Max. cutting capacities
Steel up to 400 N/mm
Steel up to 600 N/mm
Steel up to 800 N/mm
Aluminum up to 200 N/mm
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mm
2
1.6
2 1.2
2
0.8
2
2.5
For JS1670
Max. cutting capacities
Steel up to 400 N/mm
Steel up to 600 N/mm
Steel up to 800 N/mm
Aluminum up to 200 N/mm
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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.
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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
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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
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attachment for its stated purpose.
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If you need any assistance for more details regarding
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these accessories, ask your local Makita Service Center.
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Hex wrench
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Wrench holder
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2
2
2
2
1
1
2
accessories or
persons. Only use
mm ga
1.0 20
0.7 23
0.5 26
2.5 13
1. Limit mark
1. Screwdriver
2. Brush holder
cap
attachments are
accessory or