Removing chip buildup
Chips and sawdust will build up in the guide bar groove and oil hole, clogging them and
impairing oil flow. Remove the guide bar and clean them out.
Clean
out
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Fig.
2
Replacing carbon brushes
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 Makita carbon brushes.
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/
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Limit mark
-
Fig.
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Use
a
screwdriver to remove the brush
holder caps. Take out the worn carbon
brushes, insert the new ones and secure the
brush holder
caps.
Fig.
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Storing the tool
Before storing the tool, be sure
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do the following:
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Remove the chain cover. Remove any chips and sawdust from the tool.
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Install the chain cover. Turn the tool on and depress the oil button
4
or
5
times.
eCover the saw chain and the guide bar with the scabbard.
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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