Easy
Less than 15 minutes
This is a genuine manufacturer-sourced component which is specially made for Makita miter saws. It is an identical replacement for a missing or a faulty center cover that was installed on a new unit. Please make sure to check the owners manual and the appropriate diagrams of your model for the exact location and application of this part. Keep in mind this high-quality center cover is made of durable material and is sold individually. Note, the hardware to secure it is sold separately.
Center Cover 344038-8
OEM part for: Makita
Part Number: 344038-8
$8.26
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Compatibility
This part will fit the following 6 machines
Makita
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This item works with the following types of products:
- Miter Saw Parts
- Saw Parts
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Blade guard broke!
Drew - December 31, 2020
Tool Type
Miter Saw
Difficulty
Easy
Time
Less than 15 minutes
Tools Used
Power Drill, Adjustable Wrench
1. Removed flange head bolt and shoulder head bolt holding center cover to saw.
2. Removed retaining screw and washer from center plate.
3. Remove broken safety cover.
4. Install new center plate in center cover, install torsion spring over center plate.
5. Align new safety cover on center plate and secure with retaining screw and washer.
6. Install safety cover assembly to saw, starting with shoulder bolt then pivoting assembly into place and locking with cap screw.
2. Removed retaining screw and washer from center plate.
3. Remove broken safety cover.
4. Install new center plate in center cover, install torsion spring over center plate.
5. Align new safety cover on center plate and secure with retaining screw and washer.
6. Install safety cover assembly to saw, starting with shoulder bolt then pivoting assembly into place and locking with cap screw.
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