Operation - Makita BO6030 Instruction Manual

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.
Front grip
Fig.3
Install the front grip on the tool so that its protrusions fit
into the matching notches in the front of the tool. Secure
the front grip using a screwdriver to tighten the screw
through the hole in the front grip.
Installing or removing abrasive disc
Fig.4
CAUTION:
Always use hook-and-loop system abrasive discs.
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Never use pressure-sensitive abrasive discs.
To install the abrasive disc, first remove all dirt or foreign
matter from the pad. Then attach the abrasive disc to
the pad, using the hook-and-loop system of the abrasive
disc and the pad. Be careful to align the holes in the
abrasive disc with those in the pad.
To remove the disc from the pad, just pull up from its edge.
Changing pad
Fig.5
Makita offers an extensive range of optional pads.
Remove the screw counterclockwise from the center of
the base with a hex wrench. After changing the pad,
tighten the screw clockwise securely.
Installing dust bag
Fig.6
Install the dust bag on the tool so that the arrow with
"UP" indicated on the dust nozzle points upward.
Emptying dust bag
Fig.7
Fig.8
When the dust bag is about half full, switch off and
unplug the tool. Hold the tool and remove the dust bag
from the dust nozzle while pressing the push button.
After emptying the dust bag, insert the hook on the dust
nozzle into the rectangular hole on one side of the dust
bag frame and push up the dust bag frame until it clicks
into place on the push button.
Fig.9
Installing paper dust bag (optional accessory)
Fig.10
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.
Then press the upper part of the front fixing cardboard
in arrow direction to hook it onto the claws.
Fig.11
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.12
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OPERATION

Sanding operation
Fig.14
CAUTION:
Never switch on the tool when it is in contact with
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the workpiece, it may cause an injury to operator.
Never run the tool without the abrasive disc. 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 disc 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. Keep the pad flush with the
workpiece and apply slight pressure on the tool.
Polishing operation
CAUTION:
Use only a Makita genuine sponge pad, felt pad or
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wool pad (optional accessories).
Always operate the tool at low speed to prevent
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work surfaces from damage/burning.
Never force the tool. Excessive pressure may
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decrease the polishing efficiency and cause motor
overload, resulting in tool malfunction.
1. Applying wax
Fig.15
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 non critical portion of the work surface
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to make sure that the tool will not scratch the
surface or result in uneven waxing.
2. Removing wax
Fig.16
Use an optional felt pad. Run the tool at low speed
to remove wax.
3. Polishing
Fig.17
Use an optional wool pad. Run the tool at low
speed and apply the wool pad gently to the work
surface.
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