Figure 28. Location of main handle screw.
Figure 29. Replacing motor brush (1 of 2).
Model T32540 (Mfd. Since 10/20)
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3. Locate and remove both motor brush-
es (see
Figure 29). Brushes are typi-
cally on opposite sides of motor from
each other.
Note: If removing the brushes by hand
is too difficult, use a small screwdriver
to carefully push down on the brush
holder tabs to release them.
Replacing Brushes
This tool is equipped with a universal
motor that uses two carbon brushes to
transmit electrical current inside the motor.
These brushes are considered to be regu-
lar "wear items" or "consumables" that will
need to be replaced during the life of the
motor. The frequency of required replace-
ment is related to how much the motor is
used and how hard it is pushed.
Always replace both carbon brushes at the
same time. Replacement is necessary if
motor no longer reaches full power, opera-
tion or starting becomes intermittent, or
when the brushes measure less than
1
⁄
4
"
long (new brushes are
5
⁄
8
" long).
4. Install new motor brushes and re-
install and secure main handle.
To replace motor brushes:
1. DISCONNECT TOOL FROM POWER!
2. Remove screw from main jointer han-
dle (see
Figure 28), and gently pull
handle away from tool.
Note: Make sure not to pull on or dam-
age the wires located in main handle
during disassembly.
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