Maintenance; Optional Accessories - Makita 3712 Betriebsanleitung

Straight guide
The straight guide is effectively used for straight cuts
when chamfering.
► Fig.15
1.
Attach the guide plate to the straight guide with
the bolt and the wing nut.
► Fig.16: 1. Bolt 2. Guide plate 3. Straight guide
4. Wing nut
2. Remove the trimmer shoe from the base. Loosen
the wing bolts, secure the base horizontally, and then
attach the straight guide with the clamping screw.
► Fig.17: 1. Clamping screw 2. Straight guide 3. Wing
nut 4. Base 5. Wing bolt
3. Loosen the wing nut on the straight guide and
adjust the distance between the trimmer bit and the
straight guide. At the desired distance, tighten the wing
nut securely.
4.
When cutting, move the tool with the straight guide
flush with the side of the workpiece.
Trimmer guide
Trimming, curved cuts in veneers for furniture and the
like can be done easily with the trimmer guide. The
guide roller rides the curve and assures a fine cut.
► Fig.18
1. Remove the trimmer shoe from the base. Loosen
the wing bolts and secure the base horizontally.
2. Install the trimmer guide and guide holder on the
base with the clamping screw (A).
3.
Loosen the clamping screw (B) and adjust the
distance between the trimmer bit and the trimmer guide
by turning the adjusting screw (1 mm per turn). At the
desired distance, tighten the clamping screw (B) to
secure the trimmer guide in place.
► Fig.19: 1. Adjusting screw 2. Guide holder
3. Trimmer guide 4. Wing bolt
4.
When cutting, move the tool with the guide roller
riding the side of the workpiece.
► Fig.20: 1. Workpiece 2. Trimmer bit 3. Guide roller

MAINTENANCE

CAUTION:
Always be sure that the tool is
switched off and unplugged before attempting to
perform inspection or maintenance.
NOTICE:
Never use gasoline, benzine, thinner,
alcohol or the like. Discoloration, deformation or
cracks may result.
To maintain product SAFETY and RELIABILITY,
repairs, any other maintenance or adjustment should
be performed by Makita Authorized or Factory Service
Centers, always using Makita replacement parts.
Replacing carbon brushes
► Fig.21: 1. Limit mark
Check the carbon brushes regularly.
Replace them when they wear down to the limit mark.
Keep the carbon brushes clean and free to slip in the
holders. Both carbon brushes should be replaced at the
same time. Use only identical carbon brushes.
1. Use a screwdriver to remove the brush holder
caps.
2. Take out the worn carbon brushes, insert the new
ones and secure the brush holder caps.
► Fig.22: 1. Brush holder cap
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-
ing these accessories, ask your local Makita Service
Center.
NOTE: Some items in the list may be included in the
tool package as standard accessories. They may
differ from country to country.
Trimmer bits
Straight bit
► Fig.23
D
6
1/4"
6
1/4"
6
1/4"
U-grooving bit
► Fig.24
D A
6 6
1/4"
10 ENGLISH
A L1
20 50
8 50
6 50
L1 L2
60 28
L2
15
18
18
Unit:mm
R
3
Unit:mm