Maintenance

CAUTION :

Always be sure that the tool is switched off before attempting to perform inspectionor maintenance.

To maintain product SAFETY and RELlABlLITY, repairs, maintenance or adjustment should be performed by Makita Authorized or Factory Service Centers, always using Makita replacement parts.

DISPOSING OF TOOL

Anicad battery is built into the handle of this tool. Always remove it before disposing of the tool.

Removingbuilt-inbattery

CAUTION :

Never remove the built-in battery from the tool except when disposing of the tool. The battery will be damaged or a battery short-circuit could result.

To remove the cover, push it in the direc- tion of the arrow while pressing down on the "OPEN" portion of the cover.

Cover

Withdraw the built-in battery halfway. Dis- connect the two lead wires from the battery by pulling them from the battery terminals. Then withdraw the battery com- pletely.

To prevent a battery short-circuit, tape the battery terminals or put the battery into a plastics bag. (Note: Never put two or more batteries into one plastics bag. Battery short- circuit may result.)

CAUTION :

Never incinerate the battery even if it is severely damaged or is completely worn out. It can explode in a fire or toxic materials can leak out of it.