OPERATION
Sanding operation
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CAUTION:
•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.
Hold the tool firmly. Turn the tool on and wait until it attains full speed. Then gently place the tool on the workpiece surface. Keep the pad flush with the workpiece and apply slight pressure on the tool.
ON-LOAD
OFF-LOAD
OFF-LOAD
CAUTION:
The sanding pad rotates clockwise during the loaded operation, but it may rotate counterclockwise during the
Polishing operation
For BO5021 only
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 heating abnormally.
•Never force the tool. Excessive pressure may decrease the polishing efficiency and cause motor overload, resulting in tool malfunction.
1.Applying wax
1. Sponge pad
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Use an optional sponge pad. Apply wax to the sponge pad or work surface. Run the tool at low speed to smooth out wax.
NOTE:
•First, wax a not conspicuous portion of the work surface to make sure that the tool will not scratch the surface or result in uneven waxing.
•Always run the tool at low speed. Running it at high speed may cause the wax to spatter.
2.Removing wax
1. Felt pad
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Use an optional felt pad. Run the tool at low speed to remove wax.
3.Polishing
1. Wool pad
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Use an optional wool pad. Run the tool at low speed and apply the wool pad gently to the work surface.
MAINTENANCE
CAUTION:
•Always be sure that the tool is switched off and unplugged before attempting to perform inspection or maintenance.
•Never use gasoline, benzine, thinner, alcohol or the
like. Discoloration, deformation or cracks may result.
To maintain product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs, carbon brush inspection and replacement, any other maintenance or adjustment should be performed by Makita Authorized Service Centers, always using Makita replacement parts.
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