Sanding Operation; Maintenance - Makita 9046 Instruction Manual

dust bag clockwise to secure it in place.
For the best results, empty the dust bag when it becomes
approximately half full, tapping it lightly to remove as
much dust as possible.
To remove the dust bag, follow the installation
procedures in reverse.
Installing paper dust bag (optional accessory)
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Place the paper dust bag on the paper dust bag holder
with its front side upward. Insert the front fixing cardboard
of the paper dust bag into the groove of the paper dust
bag holder.
Then press the upper part of the front fixing cardboard in
arrow direction to hook it onto the claws.
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Insert the notch of the paper dust bag into the guide of
the paper dust bag holder. Then install the paper dust
bag holder set on the tool.
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1. Groove
2. Front fixing
cardboard
3. Front side of
paper dust bag
1. Claws
2. Upper part
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1. Notch
2. Guide
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NOTE:
If you connect a Makita dust collector to this tool,
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more efficient and cleaner operations can be
performed.
OPERATION

Sanding operation

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CAUTION:
Never run the tool without the abrasive paper. You
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may seriously damage the pad.
Do not block motor vent with your finger or hand.
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Never force the tool. Excessive pressure may
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decrease the sanding efficiency, damage the
abrasive paper 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
workpiece surface. Keep the pad flush with the
workpiece and apply slight pressure on the tool.

MAINTENANCE

CAUTION:
Always be sure that the tool is switched off and
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unplugged before attempting to perform inspection
or maintenance.
Never use gasoline, benzine, thinner, alcohol or the
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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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