Maintenance; Replacing Carbon Brushes; Optional Accessories - Makita DFS450 Instruction Manual

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 like.
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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 front 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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Use pliers to remove the carbon brush caps of the carbon
brushes. Take out the worn carbon brushes, insert the new
ones and replace the carbon brush caps in reverse.
1. Limit mark
1. Front cover
2. Screws
1. Spring
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2. Arm
3. Recessed part
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Make sure that the carbon brush caps have fit into the
holes in brush holders securely.
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Reinstall the front cover and tighten two screws securely.
To maintain product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs,
carbon brush inspection and replacement, any other
maintenance or adjustment should be performed by
Makita Authorized or Factory Service Centers, always
using Makita replacement parts.

OPTIONAL 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.
Phillips Insert bits
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Magnetic bit holder
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Various type of Makita genuine batteries and
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chargers
Plastic carrying case
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NOTE:
Some items in the list may be included in the tool
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package as standard accessories. They may differ
from country to country.
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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