Maintenance; Replacing Carbon Brushes - Makita 1100 Instruction Manual

MAINTENANCE
CAUTION :
Always be sure that the tool is switched off and unplugged before attempting t o perform
inspection or maintenance.
Replacing carbon brushes
Remove and check the carbon brushes
regularly. Replace when they wear down
t o the limit mark. Keep the carbon brushes
clean and free t o slip in the holders. Both
carbon brushes should be replaced a t the
same time. Use only Makita carbon brushes.
Use a screwdriver t o remove the chip cover
as shown in the figure.
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.
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L i m i t mark
Screwdriver
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Chip cover
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Brush holder cap
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To maintain product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs, any other maintenance or
adjustment should be performed by Makita Authorized or Factory Service Centers,
always using Makita replacement parts.
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