Sanding Operation; Maintenance - Makita PV301DZJ Instruction Manual

OPERATION
CAUTION:
Only use Makita genuine pads for
polishing.
CAUTION:
Only use Makita genuine abrasive
disc for sanding (optional accessories).
CAUTION:
Make sure the work material is
secured and stable. Falling object may cause
personal injury.
CAUTION:
Hold the tool firmly with one hand
on the switch handle and the other hand on the
side grip when performing the tool.
CAUTION:
Do not run the tool at high load
over an extended time period. It may result in tool
malfunction which causes electric shock, fire and/or
serious injury.
CAUTION:
Be careful not to touch the rotating
part.
CAUTION:
Before operating the tool, make
sure that the side grip or caps are not loose. If the
side grip or caps are loose, the front cover may fall
and cause an injury.
NOTICE:
Never force the tool. Excessive pressure
may lead to decreased polishing efficiency, damaged
pad, or shorten tool life.
NOTICE:
Continuous operation at high speed
may damage work surface.
General operation
► Fig.11
1. Make sure that the workpiece is properly sup-
ported and both hands are free to control the tool.
2.
Hold the tool firmly with one hand on the switch
handle and the other hand on the side grip.
3. Turn the tool on, letting the wheel reach full speed,
and then carefully enter into operation moving the tool
forward over the workpiece surface.
4. Having finished, switch the tool off and wait until
the wheel has come to a complete stop before putting
the tool down.
Polishing operation
► Fig.12
1. Surface treatment
Use a wool pad for rough finishing then use a sponge
pad for fine finishing.
2. Applying wax
Use a sponge pad. Apply wax to the sponge pad or
work surface. Run the tool at low speed to smooth out
wax.
CAUTION:
Do not apply excessive wax or
polishing agent. It will generate more dust and may
cause eye or respiratory diseases.
NOTE: First, perform a test waxing on an inconspic-
uous portion of the work surface. Make sure that the
tool will not scratch the surface or result in uneven
waxing.
3.
Removing wax
Use a sponge pad. Run the tool to remove wax.
4. Polishing
Apply a sponge pad gently to the work surface.

Sanding operation

CAUTION:
Never switch on the tool when it
is in contact with the workpiece, it may cause an
injury to operator.
CAUTION:
Never run the tool without the
abrasive disc. You may seriously damage the pad.
CAUTION:
Always wear safety goggles or a
face shield during operation.
CAUTION:
After operation, always switch
off the tool and wait until the disc has come to a
complete stop before putting the tool down.
► Fig.13
ALWAYS hold the tool firmly with one hand on rear
handle and the other on the side handle. Turn the tool
on and then apply the abrasive disc to the workpiece.
In general, keep the abrasive disc 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
abrasive disc.

MAINTENANCE

CAUTION:
Always be sure that the tool is
switched off and the battery cartridge is removed
before attempting to perform inspection or
maintenance.
NOTICE:
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.
Cleaning dust covers
► Fig.14: 1. Dust cover
Regularly clean the dust covers on the inhalation vents
for smooth air circulation. Remove the dust covers and
clean the mesh.
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