5
1
23
Dial setting
Orbits per minute
4000
12000
45
A
B
C
003291
NOTE:
• The figure shows standard applications. They may
differ under certain conditions.
ASSEMBLY
CAUTION:
•
Always be sure that the tool is switched off and
unplugged before carrying out any work on the tool.
Installing or removing abrasive disc
009102
To install the abrasive disc, first remove all dirt or foreign
matter from the pad. Then peel off the backing paper
from the abrasive disc and attach the abrasive disc to the
pad. Be careful to align the holes in the abrasive disc with
those in the pad.
CAUTION:
• If you peel off the abrasive disc from the pad, its
adhesion will become poor. Never attempt to stick it
onto the pad for further use.
Installing dust bag
1
009104
Install the dust bag on the tool so that the Makita logo on
the dust bag will be upright (not upside down).
Emptying dust bag
1
003323
When the dust bag is about half full, switch off and unplug
the tool. Remove the dust bag from the tool. Then remove
the dust nozzle from the dust bag after unlocking the dust
nozzle by turning it slightly counterclockwise. Empty the
dust bag by tapping it lightly.
After emptying the dust bag, install the dust nozzle on the
dust bag. Turn the dust nozzle slightly clockwise to lock it
in place. Then install the dust bag on the tool as
described in "Installing dust bag".
1
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OPERATION
Sanding operation
009103
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.
• Using the tool with the pad edge contacting the
workpiece may damage the pad.
1. Dust nozzle
1. Dust nozzle
1. Dust bag