Functional Description; Operation - Makita BO5030 Instruction Manual

FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION

CAUTION:
• Always be sure that the tool is switched off and
unplugged before adjusting or checking function on the
tool.
Switch action (Fig. 1)
CAUTION:
• Before plugging in the tool, always be sure that the tool
is switched off.
To start the tool, press the "I (ON)" side of the switch. To
stop, press the "O (OFF)" side of the switch.
Speed adjusting dial
For BO5031 only (Fig. 2)
The tool speed can be infinitely adjusted between 4,000
and 12,000 orbit per minute by turning the adjusting dial.
Higher speed is obtained when the dial is turned in the
direction of number 5; lower speed is obtained when it is
turned in the direction of number 1.
Refer to the figure for the relationship between the
number settings on the adjusting dial and the kind of work.
A range: For polishing
B range: For finish sanding
C range: For regular sanding
12000
4000
B
A
1
2 3
Dial setting
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
(Fig. 3)
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 (Fig. 4)
Install the dust bag on the tool so that the Makita logo on
the dust bag will be upright (not upside down).
6
C
4 5
Emptying dust bag
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. (Fig. 5)
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". (Fig. 6)
Installing 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. 7)
Then press the upper part of the front fixing cardboard in
arrow direction to hook it onto the claws. (Fig. 8)
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. 9 & Fig. 10)
Installing paper filter bag
Make sure that the logo on the cardboard lip and the logo
on the dust box are on the same side, then install the
paper filter bag by fitting the cardbord lip in the groove of
each holding tab. (Fig. 11)
Make sure that the logo on the cardboard lip and the logo
on the dust nozzle are on the same side, then install the
dust nozzle on the dust box. (Fig. 12)
Removing dust box and paper filter bag
Remove the dust nozzle by pushing the two latches.
(Fig. 13)
Remove the paper filter bag first by pinching the logo side
of its cardboard lip, then by pulling the cardboard lip
downwards to move it out of the holding tab of the dust
box. (Fig. 14)

OPERATION

Sanding operation (Fig. 15)
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.
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.
CAUTION:
• The sanding pad rotates clockwise during the loaded
operation, but it may rotate counterclockwise during the
no-load operation.