7Fig.11Immerse the dressing stone in water for 2 or 3 minutesbefore sharpening. Hold the holder so that the bothblades contact the dressing stone for simultaneoussharpening at the same angle.Fig.12Replacing carbon brushesFig.13Remove and check the carbon brushes regularly.Replace when they wear down to the limit mark. Keepthe carbon brushes clean and free to slip in the holders.Both carbon brushes should be replaced at the sametime. Use only identical carbon brushes.Use a screwdriver to remove the chip cover.Fig.14Use a screwdriver to remove the brush holder caps. Takeout the worn carbon brushes, insert the new ones andsecure the brush holder caps.Fig.15To maintain product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs,any other maintenance or adjustment should beperformed by Makita Authorized Service Centers, alwaysusing Makita replacement parts.OPTIONAL ACCESSORIESCAUTION:• These accessories or attachments arerecommended for use with your Makita toolspecified in this manual. The use of any otheraccessories or attachments might present a risk ofinjury to persons. Only use accessory orattachment for its stated purpose.If you need any assistance for more details regardingthese accessories, ask your local Makita Service Center.• High-speed steel Planer blade• Sharpening holder assembly• Blade gauge• Edge fence (Guide rule)• Extension guide set• Dressing stone• Nozzle assembly• Hex wrenchNOTE:• Some items in the list may be included in the toolpackage as standard accessories. They may differfrom country to country.