Maintenance - Makita JS1600 Instruction Manual

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1. Cutting line

MAINTENANCE

1. Limit mark
1. Screwdriver
2. Brush holder cap
ACCESSORIES
CAUTION:
• These accessories or attachments 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 regarding these accessories, ask your local Makita service center.
• Blades
Maximum cutting width
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Stay within the specified maximum cutting width (A): Case of length 1,800 mm.
Mild steel (thickness)
1800 mm Max. cutting width (A)
(70-7/8")
Stainless (thickness)
Max. cutting width (A)
Minimum cutting radius
Minimum cutting radius is 30 mm when cutting 1.0 mm mild steel.
CAUTION:
• Always be sure that the tool is switched off and unplugged before
attempting to perform inspection or maintenance.
Replacing carbon brushes
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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.
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Use a screwdriver to remove the brush holder caps. Take out the worn carbon
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brushes, insert the new ones and secure the brush holder caps.
To maintain product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs, any other mainte-
nance or adjustment should be performed by Makita Authorized Service Cent-
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ers, always using Makita replacement parts.
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1.6 mm Under 1.2 mm
100 mm No limit
1.2 mm Under 1.0 mm
80 mm No limit
• Hex wrench
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