Makita 4131 Owners Manual - Page 13
Maintenance - 7 - 1 4 metal cutting saw
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MAINTENANCE CAUTION: • Always be sure that the tool is switched off and unplugged before attempting to perform inspection or maintenance. Inspecting saw blade • Check the blade carefully for cracks or damage before and after each use. Replace a cracked or damaged blade immediately. • Continuing to use a dull blade may cause a dangerous kickback and/or motor overload. Replace with a new blade as soon as it no longer cuts effectively. • Carbide-tipped saw blades for metal cutter cannot be re-sharpened. 001145 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 identical carbon brushes. 1 1. Limit mark 1 1. Screwdriver 2. Brush holder cap 005356 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. To maintain product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs, carbon brush inspection and replacement, any other maintenance or adjustment should be performed by Makita 2 Authorized or Factory Service Centers, always using Makita replacement parts. 13