8 Ways To Maintain Your Power Tools & Prolong Their Lifespan

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8 Ways To Maintain Your Power Tools Prolong
Their Lifespan
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• Anyone who uses power tools will know what a
  gamechanger they can be when compared to
  traditional handheld tools. From corded to
  cordless, power tools enable users to carry out a
  wide range of tasks around the home or on-site,
  quickly and effectively. But, without proper and
  regular maintenance most of which is pretty
  simple, I hasten to add they can break down and
  need repairing or replacing at a far faster pace.
• Here are 8 ways to maintain your power tools and
  prolong their lifespan

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• 1. Let heated tools cool down
• If you use a power tool for too long when trying
  to cut or drill through a tough material, or just
  for too long in general, it can quickly overheat,
  causing stress to the motor and over time,
  wearing it out completely. To prevent this from
  happening, stop what youre doing if your power
  tool feels hot to the touch, and let it cool down
  before using it again.

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• 2. Clean them frequently
• Once youve finished using them for a certain
  period, power tools should be given a quick
  clean. Simply wipe off any dirt and dust from the
  casing with a clean cloth, and if you have
  compressed air at your disposal, you can use this
  to clean out the vents of the tool. Failure to do
  so could result in blockages and ultimately,
  cause the tool to fail.

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• 3. Lubricate them appropriately
• Check the manufacturers maintenance guide for
  your power tools, and lubricate them as per the
  instructions given. This helps stop the working
  parts of power tools from chafing, overheating
  and corroding.
• 4. Sharpen bits and blades
• When you work with a power tool that has a
  worn-out blade or drill bit, it means that you
  have to work the tool even harder to complete the
  task, causing stress to the motor that over time,
  can damage its parts and lead to overheating.

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• 5. Recalibrate them
• As instruments of precision, its important to
  follow the manufacturers guidelines in terms of
  recalibrating your power tools to ensure that all
  of their working parts are properly aligned.
• 6. Store them appropriately
• Your power tools should always be stored in a
  clean and dry place should an environment be at
  all damp or moist, power tools can easily begin
  to corrode, spelling bad news for their
  electrical components. Any corrosion in a power
  tool can make it unsafe to use or even cause it
  to stop working altogether. You should also store
  your power tools inside a cabinet or covered area
  where possible, to prevent dust and debris
  getting into the tools and damaging them.

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• 7. Replace worn parts
• Its inevitable that over time, some parts of
  your power tools will need replacing, such as
  carbon brushes, drive belt, power cord or switch
  assembly, and doing so as soon as is necessary,
  will help the tool live longer and be safe to
  use.
• 8. Care for the battery
• When a standard lithium-ion battery is allowed to
  overheat, it can become fried beyond repair. By
  storing your battery in an area in which the
  climate is controlled and the temperature isnt
  likely to rise, and by not allowing it to run
  completely out of juice before you recharge it,
  you can prolong the life of your power tools
  battery.

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• With a few simple maintenance measures that can
  be implemented without taking up much of your
  time or resources, you can protect your
  investment and help your power tools last for
  many years to come.