Operation; Maintenance - Makita 9045B Instruction Manual

OPERATION

MAINTENANCE

1. Limit mark
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1. Brush holder cap
2. Screwdriver
Sanding operation
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CAUTION:
• Never run the tool without the abrasive paper. You may
seriously damage the pad.
• Never force the tool. Excessive pressure may decrease
the sanding efficiency, damage the abrasive paper or
shorten tool life.
Hold the tool firmly. Turn the tool on and wait until it attains
full speed. Then gently place the tool on the workpiece sur-
face. Keep the pad flush with the workpiece and apply slight
pressure on the tool.
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 iden-
tical carbon brushes.
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Use a screwdriver to remove the brush holder caps. Take out
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the worn carbon brushes, insert the new ones and secure
the brush holder caps.
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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