MAINTENANCE
WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, turn unit off and
disconnect tool from power source before installing and
removing accessories, before making any adjustments or
removing/installing attachments or accessories. An accidental
start-up can cause injury.
Your D
WALT power tool has been designed to operate over a
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long period of time with a minimum of maintenance. Continuous
satisfactory operation depends upon proper tool care and regular
cleaning.
Pop-off Brushes
The motor will be automatically shut off indicating that the carbon
brushes are nearly worn out and that the tool needs servicing.
The carbon brushes are not user-serviceable. Take the tool to an
authorised D
WALT repair agent.
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Lubrication
Your power tool requires no additional lubrication.
Cleaning
WARNING: Blow dirt and dust out of the main housing with dry air
as often as dirt is seen collecting in and around the air vents. Wear
approved eye protection and approved dust mask when performing
this procedure.
WARNING: Never use solvents or other harsh chemicals for
cleaning the non-metallic parts of the tool. These chemicals may
weaken the materials used in these parts. Use a cloth dampened only
with water and mild soap. Never let any liquid get inside the tool;
never immerse any part of the tool into a liquid.
Purchasing Accessories
WARNING: Since accessories, other than those offered by
D
WALT, have not been tested with this product, use of such
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accessories with this tool could be hazardous. To reduce the risk of
injury, only D
WALT, recommended accessories should be used with
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this product.
Recommended accessories for use with your tool are available at extra
cost from your local dealer or authorized service center.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, ALWAYS use proper
guards when grinding and wear eye protection.
Repairs
The charger and battery pack are not serviceable.
To assure product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs, maintenance
and adjustment (including brush inspection and replacement) should
be performed by authorized service centers or other qualified service
personnel, always using identical replacement parts.
Protecting the Environment
Separate collection. This product must not be disposed of
with normal household waste.
Should you find one day that your D
replacement, or if it is of no further use to you, do not dispose of it
with household waste.
Separate collection of used products and packaging allows
materials to be recycled and used again. Re-use of recycled
materials helps prevent environmental pollution and reduces
the demand for raw materials.
Local regulations may provide for separate collection of electrical
products from the household, at municipal waste sites or by the
retailer when you purchase a new product.
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