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MAINTENANCE AND INSPECTION
WARNING:
Be sure to switch power OFF and disconnect the plug during maintenance and inspection.
Using cracked, deformed or damaged wheels can lead to wheel breakage and resulting serious inlury.
1.Inspecting the wheel
Ensure that the wheel is free of cracks and surface defects.
2.Inspecting the mounting screws
Regularly inspect all mounting screws and ensure that they are properly tightened. Should any of the screws be loose, retighten them immediately.
WARNING: Using this portable grinder with loosened screws is extremely dangerous.
3.Inspecting the carbon brushes (Fig. 6)
The motor employs carbon brushes which are consumable parts. Replace the carbon brush with a new one when it becomes worn to its wear limit. Always keep carbon brushes clean and ensure that they slide freely within the brush holders.
CAUTION: Using this portable grinder with a carbon brush which is worn in excess of the wear limit will damage the motor.
NOTE: Use HITACHI carbon brush No. 21 indicated in Fig. 6.
4.Replacing carbon brushes
Remove the brush caps (Fig. 1) with a slotted screwdriver. The carbon brushes can then be easily removed.
No. of Carbon Brush Wear Limit
21
0.20" (5 mm)
0.47" (12 mm)
Fig. 6
5.Service and repairs
All quality power tools will eventually require servicing or replacement of parts because of wear from normal use. To assure that only authorized replacement parts will be used, all service and repairs must be performed by a HITACHI AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER, ONLY.
6.Service parts list
A:Item No.
B:Code No.
C:No. Used
D:Remarks
14