MAINTENANCE
CAUTION:
Always be sure that the tool is
switched off and the battery cartridge is removed
before attempting to perform inspection or
maintenance.
NOTICE:
Never use gasoline, benzine, thinner,
alcohol or the like. Discoloration, deformation or
cracks may result.
To maintain product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs,
any other maintenance or adjustment should be per-
formed by Makita Authorized Service Centers, always
using Makita replacement parts.
Air vent cleaning
The tool and its air vents have to be kept clean.
Regularly clean the tool's air vents or whenever the
vents start to become obstructed.
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► 1. Exhaust vent 2. Inhalation vent
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
CAUTION:
These accessories or attachments are recommended for use with your Makita tool spec-
ified 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.
CAUTION:
Your tool is supplied with a guard for use with any recommended grinding wheel. If a dia-
mond wheel and/or cut-off wheel are also available for use with the tool, they should only be used with the
appropriate optional guard for cut-off wheels.
If you decide to use your Makita grinder with approved accessories which you purchase from your Makita distribu-
tor or factory service center, be sure to obtain and use all necessary guards as recommended in this manual. Your
failure to do so could result in personal injury to you and others.
Remove the dust cover from inhalation vent and clean it
for smooth air circulation.
► 1. Dust cover
NOTICE:
Clean out the dust cover when it is
clogged with dust or foreign matters. Continuing
operation with a clogged dust cover may damage the
tool.
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