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WARNING
Disconnect the unit from power source before serving or
disassembling any components.
INSPECT AND REPLACE THE MOTOR
BRUSHES
• Turn the switch in "OFF" position and disconnect the
saw from the power source.
• Inspect the motor brushes after every 100 hours of use.
Brush life varies, depending on the motor loads.
• Replace the motor brushes in set (two brushes) only.
Replace with new parts only.
• To inspect motor brushes, unscrew brush caps on the
sides of motor. There are two caps, one on each side of
motor.
• Remove brush assembly from motor.
• Replace motor brushes if the length of carbon has been
worn to less than 3/8", or if the springs are worn, or if the
motor does not run smoothly.
• Replace with new motor brush assembly.
• Replace the brush cap and tighten the screw.
• Repeat the same procedure on the other side of motor.
CLEANING
• Vacuum clean the miter saw to remove wood chips, saw
dust, and debris. Avoid accumulation of sawdust on the
tool.
• Make sure motor is kept clean and free of dust.
• Use cleaner solution to remove resin and grease
residue.
• Check and empty dust bag.
• Remove saw dust, wood chips, and grease from chains
and gears.
• Be certain motor is kept clean and free of dust.
• Use soap and water to clean painted parts, rubber parts
and plastic guards.
MAINTENANCE
LUBRICATION
• The tool has been properly lubricated and is ready to
use. It is recommended that tools with gears be
regreased with a special gear lubricant at every brush
change.
• The sliding fence should slide smoothly left and right,
lubricate if needed.
• All bearings in this tool are lubricated with a sufficient
amount of high grade lubricant for the life of the unit
under normal operating conditions. No further lubrication
is required.
KEEP TOOL IN REPAIR
• If power cord is worn, cut, or damaged in any way, do
not operate the machine.
• Replace any worn, damaged, or missing parts. Use
parts list to order parts.
Any attempt to repair motor may create a hazard unless
repair is done by a qualified service technician.
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