Maintenance; Replacing Carbon Brushes; Optional Accessories - Makita DCS552 Instruction Manual

MAINTENANCE

CAUTION:
Always be sure that the tool is
switched off and the battery cartridge is removed before
attempting to perform inspection or maintenance.
CAUTION:
Clean out the upper and lower
guards to ensure there is no accumulated metal
chips which may impede the operation of the
lower guarding system. A dirty guarding system
may limit the proper operation which could result in
serious personal injury. When using compressed
air to blow metal chips out of the guards, wear a
proper eye and breathing protection.
CAUTION:
After each use, clean up the inside
of the dust box and wipe off the saw dust on the
tool. Fine metallic dust may come inside the tool and
cause malfunction or a fire.
NOTICE:
Never use gasoline, benzine, thinner,
alcohol or the like. Discoloration, deformation or
cracks may result.
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.
Inspecting the circular saw blade
Check the circular saw blade carefully for cracks or
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damage before and after each use. Replace a cracked
or damaged circular saw blade immediately.
Replace with a new circular saw blade as soon
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as it no longer cuts effectively. Continuing to
use a dull circular saw blade may cause a danger-
ous kickback and/or motor overload.
• Circular saw blades for metal cutter cannot be
re-sharpened.

Replacing carbon brushes

Fig.15
► 1. Limit mark
Check the carbon brushes regularly.
Replace them 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.
1. Use a screwdriver to remove the brush holder
caps.
2.
ones and secure the brush holder caps.
Fig.16
► 1. Brush holder cap
3.
in brushes by running tool with no load for about 1
minute.
4.
operation when releasing the switch trigger. If electric
brake is not working well, ask your local Makita service
center for repair.
OPTIONAL
ACCESSORIES
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 regard-
ing these accessories, ask your local Makita Service
Center.
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NOTE: Some items in the list may be included in the
tool package as standard accessories. They may
differ from country to country.
MAKITA LIMITED WARRANTY
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Please refer to the annexed warranty sheet for the
most current warranty terms applicable to this product.
If annexed warranty sheet is not available, refer to the
warranty details set forth at below website for your
respective country.
United States of America: www.makitatools.com
Canada: www.makita.ca
Other countries: www.makita.com
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Take out the worn carbon brushes, insert the new
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Insert the battery cartridge into the tool and break
Check the tool while running and electric brake
CAUTION:
These accessories or attachments
Carbide-tipped circular saw blades
Rip fence (Guide rule)
Clamping screw
Hex wrench
Makita genuine battery and charger