MAINTENANCECAUTION:Always be sure that the tool is switched off and the battery cartridge is removed beforeattempting to perform inspection or maintenance.Replacing carbon brushesRemove and check the carbon brushesregularly. Replace when they wear down tothe limit mark. Keep the carbon brushesclean and free to slip in the holders. Bothcarbon brushes should be replaced atthe same time. Use only identical carbonbrushes.Use a screwdriver to remove the brushholder caps. Take out the worn carbonbrushes, insert the new ones and securethe brush holder caps.'Limit mark-To maintain product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs, maintenance or adjustment shouldbe performed by Makita Authorized or Factory Service Centers, always using Makitareplacement partsRecycling the BatteryThe on& way to dispose of a Makita battery isto recycle it. The law prohibits any othermethod of disposal. I Ni-CdTo recycle the battery:1. Remove the battery from the tool.2. a). Take the battery to your nearest Makita Factory Service Centerorb). Take the battery to your nearest Makita Authorized Service Center orDistributor that has been designated as a Makita battery recycling locationCall your nearest Makita Service Center or Distributor to determine the locationthat provides Makita battery recycling. See your local Yellow Pages under' 'Tools-Hectric' I13