Maintenance - Makita HM1500B Instruction Manual

MAINTENANCE
CAUTION :
Always be sure that the tool is switched off and unplugged before attempting to perform
inspection or maintenance.
Replacing carbon brushes
When the resin insulating tip inside the
carbon brush is exposed to contact the
commutator,
it
will automatically shut off
the motor. When this occurs, both carbon
brushes should be replaced
a t
the same
time. Use only identical carbon brushes.
Insulating tip
Use a screwdriver t o remove the holder cap
plates.
crewdriver
I 1
Holder cap plate
Use
a
screwdriver t o remove the brush
holder caps. Take out the worn carbon
brushes, insert the new ones and secure the
brush holder caps.
Brush holder cap
2
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