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TROUBLESHOOTING
Before asking for repairs, conduct your own inspection first. If you find a problem that is not explained in the manual,
do not attempt to dismantle the tool. Instead, ask Makita Authorized Service Centers, always using Makita replace
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ment parts for repairs.
State of abnormality
Probable cause (malfunction)
Remedy
Motor does not run.
Battery cartridges are not installed.
Install two battery cartridges. This tool does not
work with one battery cartridge.
Battery problem (under voltage)
Recharge the battery. If recharging is not effective,
replace the battery cartridge.
The drive system does not work
correctly.
Ask your local authorized service center for repair.
Motor stops running after a little use.
Battery's charge level is low.
Recharge the battery. If recharging is not effective,
replace the battery cartridge.
Overheating.
Stop using of tool to allow it to cool down.
The wheel rotation does not acceler-
ate properly even after running the
tool without load for 20 seconds.
Battery is installed improperly.
Install the battery cartridges as described in this
manual.
Battery power is dropping.
Recharge the battery cartridges. If recharging is not
effective, replace the battery cartridge.
The synchro-belt is slipping.
Replace the synchro-belt with new one.
The drive system does not work
correctly.
Ask your local authorized service center for repair.
Wheel does not rotate:
stop the machine immediately!
The synchro-belt is slipping.
Replace the synchro-belt with new one.
Foreign object is jammed between the
guard and the wheel.
Uninstall the battery cartridges and then remove the
foreign object.
The drive system does not work
correctly.
Ask your local authorized service center for repair.
Abnormal vibration:
stop the machine immediately!
Improper attachment of the wheel.
Install the wheel as instructed in this manual.
Tighten the bolt to secure the wheel firmly.
The drive system does not work
correctly.
Ask your local authorized service center for repair.
Cutting tool and motor cannot stop:
Remove the battery cartridge
immediately!
Electric or electronic malfunction.
Remove the battery cartridges, and ask your local
authorized service center for repair.
Poor cutting performance
It is time to replace the wheel.
Replace the wheel with new one.
Water leaks from the inlet.
Water is leaking from the O-ring part.
Ask your local authorized service center for repair.
OPTIONAL
ACCESSORIES
CAUTION:
These accessories or attachments
are recommended for use with your Makita tool
specified 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.
If you need any assistance for more details regard
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ing these accessories, ask your local Makita Service
Center.
•
Abrasive cut-off wheel
•
Diamond wheel
•
Ring set
•
Synchro-belt
•
Coupling sleeve
•
Box wrench
•
Makita genuine battery and charger
NOTE:
Some items in the list may be included in the
tool package as standard accessories. They may
differ from country to country.
MAKITA LIMITED WARRANTY
Please refer to the annexed warranty sheet for the
most current warranty terms applicable to this product.
If annexed warranty sheet is not available, refer to the
warranty details set forth at below website for your
respective country.
United States of America: www.makitatools.com
Canada: www.makita.ca
Other countries: www.makita.com
