Operation; Maintenance; Optional Accessories - Makita BO4553 Instruction Manual

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 paper
Model BO4553 (Fig. 2 & 3)
Raise the lever. Insert the paper end into the clamper,
aligning the paper edges even and parallel with the sides
of the base. (Prebending the paper makes attachment
easier). Once the paper is in place, return the lever to its
original position.
Repeat the same process for the other end of the base,
maintaining the proper paper tension.
CAUTION:
After inserting the paper, make sure the teeth of the
clamper hold it securely. Otherwise the paper will be
loose and subject to slippage, resulting in uneven sand-
ing operation.
Hold the tool with the paper surface facing up. Place the
punch plate over the paper so that the bent sides of the
punch plate are flush with the paper edges. Then press
the punch plate to make holes in the paper.
Models BO4561 and BO4563 (Fig. 4, 5 & 6)
NOTE:
• Use Makita hook-and-loop sandpaper with this sander.
To attach the sandpaper:
1. Set the tool upside down so that the pad is on top.
2. Position the sandpaper to fit the shape of the base.
Be sure to align the holes on the sandpaper with the
holes on the pad (the dust will be sucked into these
holes; it is therefore important to leave them open).
3. Press the paper firmly over the pad.
To remove the sandpaper:
1. Set the tool upside down so that the sandpaper is on
top.
2. Grasping one corner of the sandpaper, peel it from
the pad.
NOTE:
• If the sandpaper is in good condition, save it for further
use.
When sanding in narrow, hard-to-reach areas (e.g., shut-
ters, blinds, louvres), attach the cone-shaped abrasive
papers to the end of the pad (bottom and top). To sand
the end of thin materials, fold the abrasive paper and
attach to the side of the pad as shown in Fig. 4 and 5.
Dust bag (Fig. 7)
The use of the dust bag makes sanding operations clean
and dust collection easy. To attach the dust bag, fit the
bag's entry port onto the dust spout on the tool so that
the hole in the entry port is just over the protrusion on the
dust spout.
For the best results, empty the dust bag when it becomes
about half full, tapping it lightly to remove as much dust
as possible.
Installing paper dust bag (optional accessory)
To install the paper dust bag, 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. (Fig. 8)
Then press the upper part of the front fixing cardboard in
arrow direction to hook it onto the claws. (Fig. 9)
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. (Fig. 10 & 11)

OPERATION

Sanding operation (Fig. 12 & 13)
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.
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. A finishing sander is generally used to
remove only a small amount of material at a time. Since
the quality of the surface is more important than the
amount of stock removed do not bear down on the tool.
Keep the base flush with the workpiece at all times.
For BO4561 and BO4563
This tool is handy for sanding louvres, etc. When sanding
louvres, insert the protruding portion of the pad between
the louvres and sand them using the upper or lower side
of the abrasive paper.

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 Mak-
ita Authorized Service Centers, always using Makita
replacement parts.

OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES

CAUTION:
• These accessories or attachments are recommended
for use with your Makita tool specified in this manual.
The use of any other accessories or attachments might
present a risk of injury to persons. Only use accessory
or attachment for its stated purpose.
If you need any assistance for more details regarding
these accessories, ask your local Makita Service Center.
• Abrasive paper (without pre-punched holes)
• Paper dust bag
• Paper dust bag holder
• Punch plate
• Hose 19-2.5
NOTE:
• Some items in the list may be included in the tool pack-
age as standard accessories. They may differ from
country to country.
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