Maintenance And

Servicing

Procedures not specifically explained in this manual must be performed only by a qualified technician.

To prevent serious injury

from accidental operation:

Turn the Power Switch of the tool to its “OFF” position and unplug the tool from its electrical outlet before performing any inspection, maintenance, or cleaning procedures.

To prevent serious injury from tool failure:

Do not use damaged equipment. If abnormal noise or vibration occurs, have the problem corrected before further use.

Cleaning, Maintenance, and

Lubrication

1.BEFORE EACH USE, inspect the general condition of the tool. Check for loose screws, misalignment or binding of moving parts, cracked or broken parts, damaged electrical wiring, and any other condition that may affect its safe operation.

2.After Use, clean external surfaces of the tool with clean cloth.

3.Check the condition of Blades. Bent, cracked, worn or dull blades will not operate properly and can cause

damage or injury. Discard damaged or worn blades.

4.WARNING! If the supply cord of this power tool is damaged, it must be replaced only by a qualified service technician.

Replacing Carbon Brushes

1.To inspect or replace the Carbon Brushes, remove the Brush Caps

(54)located on the top and underside of the Main Housing (53).

2.With the Caps removed, the Brush Holders (55) and Carbon Brushes

(56)may fall out.

3.Inspect the Carbon Brushes. They should not be chipped or cracked, and the carbon portion must be at least 1/4 in length.

One of the Carbon Brush Caps (54)

4.If the Carbon Brushes are worn or damaged, they must be replaced. Replacement Carbon Brushes are available from Harbor Freight Tools.

SKU 97580

For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353.

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Chicago Electric 97580 Maintenance Servicing, Cleaning, Maintenance, Lubrication, Replacing Carbon Brushes