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OPERATION
CAUTION:
• Never run the tool without the abrasive paper. You may
seriously damage the pad.
• Never force the tool. Excessive pressure may decrease
the sanding efficiency, damage the abrasive paper and/
or shorten tool life.
• The front grip is a screwed type one. Always be sure that
the front grip is tightened securely before operation.
Turn the tool on and wait until it attains full speed. Then gen-
tly place the tool on the workpiece surface. Keep the base
flush with the workpiece and apply a light pressure on the
tool.
MAINTENANCE
CAUTION:
• Always be sure that the tool is switched off and
unplugged before attempting to perform inspection or
maintenance.
To maintain product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs, car-
bon brush inspection and replacement, any other mainte-
nance or adjustment should be performed by Makita
Authorized or Factory Service Centers, always using Makita
replacement parts.
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