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Remove one of the screws which secure the head cover.
Screw the side grip on the tool securely. The side grip
can be installed on either side of the tool.
Installing or removing abrasive disc
CAUTION:
• Always use hook-and-loop system abrasive discs.
Never use pressure-sensitive abrasive discs.
To install the abrasive disc, first remove all dirt or foreign
matter from the pad. Then attach the abrasive disc to the
pad, using the hook-and-loop system of the abrasive disc
and the pad. Be careful to align the holes in the abrasive
disc with those in the pad.
To remove the disc from the pad, just pull up from its
edge.
Changing pad
Makita offers an extensive range of optional super soft,
soft and hard pads. Remove the screw counterclockwise
from the center of the base with a hex wrench. After
changing the pad, tighten the screw clockwise securely.
Dust collection (optional accessory)
If a Makita hose is used, you can connect the cuff to the
dust outlet directly.
If other hose with an inner diameter of 24 mm (15/16”),
attach the joint between the dust outlet and the cuff.
OPERATION
Sanding operation
CAUTION:
• Never switch on the tool when it is in contact with
the workpiece, it may cause an injury to operator.
• Never run the tool without the abrasive disc. You
may seriously damage the pad.
• Never force the tool. Excessive pressure may
decrease the sanding efficiency, damage the
abrasive disc or shorten tool life.
Hold the tool firmly. Turn the tool on and wait until it
attains full speed. Then gently place the tool on the work-
piece surface. Keep the pad flush with the workpiece and
apply slight pressure on the tool.
Polishing operation
CAUTION:
• Use only a Makita genuine sponge pad, felt pad or
wool pad (optional accessories).
• Always operate the tool at low speed to prevent
work surfaces from damage/burning.
• Never force the tool. Excessive pressure may
decrease the polishing efficiency and cause motor
overload, resulting in tool malfunction.
1. Abrasive disc
1. Screw
2. Hex wrench
3. Pad
1. Dust outlet
2. Cuff
3. Hose
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003302
1
2
3
003315
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3
003328
1. Joint
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003329
003338