Maintenance; Optional Accessories - Makita RP1800 Instruction Manual

Trimmer guide (optional accessory)
Trimming, curved cuts in veneers for furniture and the like
can be done easily with the trimmer guide. The guide
roller rides the curve and assures a fine cut. (Fig. 22)
Install the trimmer guide on the guide holder with the
clamping screw (B). Insert the guide holder into the holes
in the tool base and tighten the clamping screw (A). To
adjust the distance between the bit and the trimmer guide,
loosen the clamping screw (B) and turn the fine adjusting
screw (1.5 mm per turn). When adjusting the guide roller
up or down, loosen the clamping screw (C). After
adjusting, tighten all the clamping screws securely. (Fig.
23)
When cutting, move the tool with the guide roller riding the
side of the workpiece. (Fig. 24)
Dust nozzle set (Accessory)
Use the dust nozzle for dust extraction. Install the dust
nozzle on the tool base using the thumb screw so that
protrusion on the dust nozzle fit to the notch in the tool
base. (Fig. 25)
Then connect a vacuum cleaner to the dust nozzle. (Fig.
26)
How to use screw M6 x 135 for adjusting
the depth of cut
When using the tool with a router table available in the
market, using this screw allows an operator to obtain a
small amount of adjustment of the depth of cut from above
the table. (Fig. 27)
1. Installing the screw and washer on the tool
• Attach flat washer onto this screw.
• Insert this screw through a screw hole in the tool base
and then screw in the threaded part in the motor
bracket of the tool. (Fig. 28, Fig. 29 & Fig. 30)
At this time, apply some grease or lubricating oil to the
inside of the screw hole in the tool base and the threaded
part in the motor bracket. (Fig. 31 & 32)
2. Adjusting the depth of cut
• A small amount of depth of cut can be obtained by
turning this screw with a screwdriver from above the
table. (1.0 mm per a full turn)
• Turning it clockwise makes the depth of cut greater and
turning it counterclockwise smaller. (Fig. 33)

MAINTENANCE

CAUTION:
• Always be sure that the tool is switched off and
unplugged before attempting to perform inspection or
maintenance.
• Never use gasoline, benzine, thinner, alcohol or the
like. Discoloration, deformation or cracks may result.
14
Replacing carbon brushes
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. (Fig. 34)
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. 35)
After replacing brushes, plug in the tool and break in
brushes by running tool with no load for about 10 minutes.
Then check the tool while running and electric brake
operation when releasing the switch trigger. If electric
brake is not working well, ask your local Makita service
center for repair.
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.

OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES

CAUTION:
• These accessories or attachments are 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. Only use accessory
or attachment for its stated purpose.
If you need any assistance for more details regarding
these accessories, ask your local Makita Service Center.
• Straight & groove forming bits
• Edge forming bits
• Laminate trimming bits
• Straight guide
• Trimmer guide
• Guide holder
• Templet guides
• Templet guide adapter
• Lock nut
• Collet cone 12 mm, 1/2"
• Collet sleeve 6 mm, 8 mm, 10 mm
• Collet sleeve 3/8", 1/4"
• Wrench 24
• Vacuum head set
NOTE:
• Some items in the list may be included in the tool
package as standard accessories. They may differ from
country to country.