Operation; Maintenance - Makita MBO450 Instruction Manual

WARNING:
MISUSE or failure to follow the safety rules stated in
this instruction manual may cause serious personal
injury.
Switch action
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CAUTION:
Before plugging in the tool, always check to see
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that the tool is switched off.
To start the tool, press the "ON ( I )" side of the switch.
To stop the tool, press the "OFF (O)" side of the switch.
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 or removing abrasive paper
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Open the paper clamp by raising on the lever to release
from the locking port and then Insert the paper end into
the clamping part, aligning the paper edges even and
parallel with the sides of the base. (Bending the paper
beforehand 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.
After inserting the paper, make sure the clamping part
hold it securely. Otherwise the paper will be loose and
subject to slippage, resulting in uneven sanding

operation.

1. Switch
1. Abrasive paper
2. Lever
3. Clamping part
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OPERATION
Sanding operation
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CAUTION:
Never run the tool without the abrasive paper. You
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may seriously damage the pad.
Never force the tool. Excessive pressure may
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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
workpiece 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.

MAINTENANCE

CAUTION:
Always be sure that the tool is switched off and
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unplugged before attempting to perform inspection
or maintenance.
To maintain product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs,
carbon brush inspection and replacement, any other
maintenance or adjustment should be performed by
Makita Authorized Service Centers, always using Makita
replacement parts.
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