Maintenance; Optional Accessories - Makita 2012NB Instruction Manual

CAUTION:
• The workpiece with the following dimensions
cannot be fed into the tool because the interval
between two feed rollers is 129 mm. Do not try
to cut them.
1
Less than 130mm
More than 130mm
2
130mm
3
CAUTION:
• Stop the tool when the workpiece has stalled.
Allowing the tool to run with a stalled workpiece
causes rapid wearing of the feed rollers.
Storage of push stick
► Fig.23: 1. Push stick
Hook the push stick when not in use as shown in the
figure.

MAINTENANCE

CAUTION:
• Always be sure that the tool is switched off and
unplugged before attempting to perform inspec-
tion or maintenance.
• Never use gasoline, benzine, thinner, alcohol
or the like. Discoloration, deformation or cracks
may result.
Adjusting height of sub-table
► Fig.24: 1. Ruler 2. Post card 3. Adjusting screw
► Fig.25: 1. Hex wrench
The height of sub-table is factory-adjusted. If further
adjustment is necessary, proceed as follows.
Place a postcard on the table and also place a ruler
on the postcard. Turn the adjusting screw with the hex
wrench until the end of the sub-table contacts the ruler.
Now the end of the sub-table is from 0.1 mm to 0.3 mm
above the table surface.
Replacing carbon brushes
► Fig.26: 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.
► Fig.27: 1. Brush holder cap 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.
Less than 130 mm long
Having a groove more than
130mm wide
Having grooves at intervals of
130 mm wide
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Keeping blades sharp
Dull blades can cause rough finish, an overload of
the motor and dangerous kickback of the workpiece.
Replace dull blades immediately.
Lubrication
► Fig.28: 1. Column 2. Screw 3. Chain
Oil the chain (after removing the side cover R), the four
columns and the screws for elevating the main frame.
This periodic lubrication should be performed with
machine oil.
CAUTION:
• Oiling and all maintenance should be done with
the tool turned off and unplugged.
Cleaning
Always brush off dirt, chips and foreign matter adhering
to the roller surfaces, motor vents and drums.
Limit for re-sharpening of standard
blade
► Fig.29: 1. Base 2. Blade 3. More than 4 mm
Do not use the standard blade whose blade length is
under 4 mm.
To maintain product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs,
any other maintenance or adjustment should be per-
formed by Makita Authorized Service Centers, always
using Makita replacement parts.
OPTIONAL
ACCESSORIES
CAUTION:
• These accessories or attachments are recom-
mended 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.
• Magnetic holder
• Throw-away blade
• Standard blade
• Blade gauge
• Socket wrench 9
• Hex wrench 2.5
• Hood set
• Stand
NOTE:
• Some items in the list may be included in the
tool package as standard accessories. They
may differ from country to country.