Maintenance; Tool Lubrication - Skil 5995 Operating Instructions Manual

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NO USER SERVICEABLE
PARTS INSIDE. Preventive
maintenance performed by unauthorized
personnel may result in misplacing of
internal wires and components which could
cause serious hazard. We recommend that
all tool service be performed by a Skil Factory
Service Center or Authorized Skil Service
Station. SERVICEMEN: Disconnect tool and/or
charger from power source before servicing.
BATTERIES
Be alert for battery packs that are nearing
their end of life. If you notice decreased tool
performance or significantly shorter running
time between charges then it is time to replace
the battery pack. Failure to do so can cause
the tool to operate improperly or damage the
charger.
(NICKEL-CADMIUM BATTERIES ONLy)
Long term battery storage should be in the
discharged state. Battery packs last longer
and re-charge better when they are stored
discharged. Remember to fully re-charge
battery packs before using after prolonged
storage.

TOOL LUBRICATION

Your Skil tool has been properly lubricated and
is ready for use.

Maintenance

Service
D.C. MOTORS
The motor in your tool has been engineered for
many hours of dependable service. To
maintain peak efficiency of the motor, we
recommend it be examined every six months.
Only a genuine Skil replacement motor
specially designed for your tool should be
used.
Cleaning
To avoid accidents, always
disconnect the tool and/or
charger from the power supply before
cleaning. The tool may be cleaned most
effectively with compressed dry air. Always
wear safety goggles when cleaning tools
with compressed air.
Ventilation openings and switch levers must be
kept clean and free of foreign matter. Do not
attempt to clean by inserting pointed objects
through opening.
Certain cleaning agents and
solvents damage plastic
parts. Some of these are: gasoline, carbon
tetrachloride, chlorinated cleaning solvents,
ammonia and household detergents that
contain ammonia.