Maintenance - Makita BO5012 Instruction Manual

Switch action (Fig. 9)
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 (Fig. 10)
The tool speed can be infinitely adjusted between 4,000
opm and 12,000 opm by turning the speed adjusting dial,
which is marked 1 to 5. 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 below for the relationship
between the number setting on the adjusting dial and the
kind of work.
12000
4000
A range
1
A range: For polishing
B range: For finish sanding
C range: For regular sanding
NOTE:
The above figure shows standard applications. They may
differ under certain conditions.
Sanding operation (Fig. 11)
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:
• 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.
D O
• ON-LOA FF-LOAD
The sanding pad rotates clockwise during the loaded
operation, but it may rotate counterclockwise during the
no-load operation.
C range
B range
2 3 4 5
Dial setting
Polishing operation
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 (Fig. 12)
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 (Fig. 13)
Use an optional felt pad. Run the tool at low speed to
remove wax.
3. Polishing (Fig. 14)
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 carrying out any work on the tool.
To maintain product safety and reliability, repairs, mainte-
nance or adjustment should be carried out by a Makita
Authorized Service Center.
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. The accessories or
attachments should be used only in the proper and
intended manner.
• Hook-and-loop system abrasive disc
(with pre-punched holes)
Grit 60
Use Coarse
• Hook-and-loop system sponge pad
• Hook-and-loop system felt pad
• Hook-and-loop system wool pad
• Paper dust bag
• Paper dust bag holder
80 120 180
Medium Fine
240
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