makita ls1013

[gazzang]

I have a makita ls1013 that has had very little use, I pull the trigger and it doesn't respond,
just before it died it appaeared intermittent for a few pulls of the trigger. I checked the brushes. Any idea's ?
Thanks gazzang

[cmoorejack]

Hey gazzang,
Most likely it is the switch..[if your brush's look ok and are making contact..] intermittent working of the trigger is usually a sign of a bad switch..
hope this helps..
part # 651923-1 avail at ereplacementparts.com
Craig

[xmakita]

Could also be the controller part #631218-8

[rsina]

I have the same problem. Anyone know how to diagnose if it is the switch or controller using an ohm/volt meter? I guess I could start with the $15 switch before the $62 controller but it would be nice to know which it is. Let me know if anyone has a way to diagnose.

thanks, Rick