Sanding Operation; Maintenance - Makita BO5030 Instruction Manual

Installing dust bag
► 1. Dust bag
Install the dust bag on the tool so that the Makita logo
on the dust bag will be upright (not upside down).
Emptying dust bag
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► 1. Dust nozzle
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 counter-
clockwise. Empty the dust bag by tapping it lightly.
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".
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► 1. Dust nozzle
OPERATION

Sanding operation

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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 work-
piece and apply slight pressure on the tool.
CAUTION:
• The sanding pad rotates clockwise during the
loaded operation, but it may rotate counterclock-
wise during the no-load operation.

MAINTENANCE

CAUTION:
• Always be sure that the tool is switched off and
unplugged before attempting to perform inspec-
tion or maintenance.
• Never use gasoline, benzine, thinner, alcohol
or the like. Discoloration, deformation or cracks
may result.
To maintain product SAFETY and RELIABILITY,
repairs, any other maintenance or adjustment should
be performed by Makita Authorized or Factory Service
Centers, always using Makita replacement parts.
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