Makita BTD141 Owners Manual - Page 8

Replacing carbon brushes 1. Limit mark 1 1. Hole 2. Carbon brush cap 1 006258 2 006304 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 two screws then remove the rear cover. 1. Rear cover 1 2. Screws 2 006259 Raise the arm part of the spring and then place it in the recessed part of the housing with a slotted bit screwdriver of slender shaft or the like. 1. Spring 1 2. Arm 3. Recessed part Make sure that the carbon brush cap have fit into the holes in brush holders securely. Reinstall the rear cover and tighten two screws securely. To maintain product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs, any other maintenance or adjustment should be performed by Makita Authorized Service Centers, always using Makita replacement parts. ACCESSORIES CAUTION: • These accessories or attachments are 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. Only use accessory or attachment for its stated purpose. If you need any assistance for more details regarding these accessories, ask your local Makita Service Center. • Screw bits • Hook • Plastic carrying case 006260 2 3 Use pliers to remove the carbon brush cap of the carbon brushes. Take out the worn carbon brushes, insert the new ones and replace the carbon brush cap in reverse. 1. Carbon brush cap 1 006261 8