Makita 5104 Manuel D'instruction page 9

MAINTENANCE
CAUTION:
Always be sure that the tool is switched off and
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unplugged before attempting to perform inspection
or maintenance.
Clean out the upper and lower guards to ensure
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there is no accumulated sawdust which may
impede the operation of the lower guarding
system. A dirty guarding system may limit the
proper operation which could result in serious
personal injury.
accomplish this cleaning is with compressed air. If
the dust is being blown out of the guards be
sure the proper eye and breathing protection is
used.
Never use gasoline, benzine, thinner, alcohol or
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the like. Discoloration, deformation or cracks may
result.
Adjusting for accuracy of 90° cut (vertical cut)
This adjustment has been made at the factory. But if it is
off, adjust the adjusting screw with a hex wrench while
squaring the blade with the base using a triangular rule,
try square, etc.
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Replacing carbon brushes
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The most effective way to
1. Base
2. Adjusting screw
1. Triangular rule
1. Limit mark
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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.
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.
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After replacing brushes, plug in the tool and break in
brushes by running tool with no load for about 10
minutes. Then check the tool while running and electric
brake operation when releasing the switch trigger. If
electric brake is not working well, ask your local Makita
service center for repair.
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.
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
CAUTION:
These accessories
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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.
attachment for its stated purpose.
If you need any assistance for more details regarding
these accessories, ask your local Makita Service Center.
Steel & Carbide-tipped saw blades
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General purpose blade for fast and smooth rip,
Combination
crosscuts and miters.
Pressure treated/ Designed for fast cutting of pressure treated and
Wet lumber wet lumber.
Fine cross cuts For sand-free cuts cleanly against the grain.
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Rip fence (Guide rule)
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Hex wrench
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NOTE:
Some items in the list may be included in the tool
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package as standard accessories. They may differ
from country to country.
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1. Brush holder
cap
2. Screwdriver
or attachments
Only use accessory or
are