Operation; Maintenance - Makita PV7000C Instruction Manual

The tool speed cannot be changed when the button is in
"I" position, even if you turn the speed adjusting dial.
When you turn the speed adjusting dial, always be sure
that the button is depressed in "II" position.
ASSEMBLY
CAUTION:
Always be sure that the tool is switched off and
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unplugged before carrying out any work on the
tool.
Installing side grip (auxiliary handle) & cover
Fig.4
Fig.5
CAUTION:
Always be sure that the side grip is installed
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securely before operation.
Install the cover, then screw the side grip on the tool
securely. The side grip and the cover can be installed
on either side of the tool.
Installing or removing backing pad
Fig.6
Hold the spindle with the wrench so that it cannot
revolve. Then screw the pad onto the spindle all the way.
(The pad can be used to install the optional sponge
pad.)
To remove the pad, follow the installation procedure in
reverse.
Installing or removing sponge pad
Fig.7
To install the sponge pad, first remove all dirt or foreign
matter from the pad. Install the sponge pad to the pad.
To remove the pad, pull it off from the pad slowly.
Installing or removing the wool bonnet
Fig.8
Mount the rubber pad onto the spindle. Screw the lock
nut onto the spindle.
To tighten the lock nut, hold the spindle with the wrench
so that it cannot revolve, then use the lock nut wrench
and securely tighten clockwise.
Fig.9
Fit the wool bonnet completely over the rubber pad and
pull the string tight. Tie a bow knot and tuck the knot
and any loose strings between the wool bonnet and the
rubber pad.
Fig.10
To remove the wool bonnet, follow the installation
procedure in reverse.

OPERATION

Polishing operation by sponge pad
Fig.11
CAUTION:
Always wear safety glasses or a face shield during
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operation.
In general, keep the sponge pad at an angle of about 15
degrees to the workpiece surface.
Polishing operation by wool bonnet
Fig.12
CAUTION:
Always wear safety glasses or a face shield during
•
operation.
Hold the tool firmly. Turn the tool on and then apply the
wool bonnet to the workpiece.
In general, keep the wool bonnet at an angle of about
15 degrees to the workpiece surface.
Apply slight pressure only. Excessive pressure will
result in poor performance and premature wear to wool
bonnet.

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
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the like. Discoloration, deformation or cracks may
result.
Replacing carbon brushes
Fig.13
Remove and check the carbon brushes regularly.
Replace when they wear down to the limit mark. Keep
the carbon brushes clean and free to slip in the holders.
Both carbon brushes should be replaced at the same
time. Use only identical carbon brushes.
Use a screwdriver to remove the brush holder caps.
Take out the worn carbon brushes, insert the new ones
and secure the brush holder caps.
Fig.14
To maintain product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs,
any other maintenance or adjustment should be
performed by Makita Authorized Service Centers,
always using Makita replacement parts.
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