Makita GA4600 Instruction Manual page 12

Switch action
CAUTION:
Before plugging in the tool, always
check to see that the slide switch actuates prop-
erly and returns to the "OFF" position when the
rear end of the slide switch is depressed.
CAUTION:
Switch can be locked in the "ON"
position for ease of operator comfort during
extended use. Apply caution when locking tool in
the "ON" position and maintain firm grasp on tool.
To start the tool, press down the rear end of the slide
switch and then slide it toward the "I (ON)" position.
For continuous operation, press down the front end of
the slide switch to lock it.
► Fig.3: 1. Slide switch
To stop the tool, press down the rear end of the slide
switch so that it returns to the "O (OFF)" position.
► Fig.4: 1. Slide switch
Accidental re-start preventive
function
When plugging in the tool while the switch is ON, the
tool does not start.
To start the tool, turn off the switch, and turn it on again.
Constant speed control
Possible to get fine finish, because the rotating speed is
kept constantly even under the loaded condition.
Soft start feature
Soft start feature reduces starting reaction.
ASSEMBLY
WARNING:
Always be sure that the tool is
switched off and unplugged before carrying out
any work on the tool.
Installing side grip (handle)
CAUTION:
Always be sure that the side grip is
installed securely before operation.
Screw the side grip securely on the position of the tool
as shown in the figure.
► Fig.5
Installing or removing wheel guard
WARNING:
wheel, flap disc, flex wheel or wire wheel brush,
the wheel guard must be fitted on the tool so that
the closed side of the guard always points toward
the operator.
WARNING:
/ diamond wheel, be sure to use only the special
wheel guard designed for use with cut-off wheels.
WARNING:
sure to tighten the screw securely.
For tool with locking screw type
wheel guard
Mount the wheel guard with the protrusions on the
wheel guard band aligned with the notches on the bear-
ing box. Then rotate the wheel guard to such an angle
that it can protect the operator according to work. Be
sure to tighten the screw securely.
To remove wheel guard, follow the installation proce-
dure in reverse.
► Fig.6: 1. Wheel guard 2. Bearing box 3. Screw
For tool with clamp lever type wheel
guard
Loosen the screw, and then pull the lever in the direc-
tion of the arrow. Mount the wheel guard with the protru-
sions on the wheel guard band aligned with the notches
on the bearing box. Then rotate the wheel guard to such
an angle that it can protect the operator according to
work.
► Fig.7: 1. Wheel guard 2. Bearing box 3. Screw
4. Lever
Pull the lever in direction of the arrow. Then tighten the
wheel guard with fastening the screw. Be sure to tighten
the screw securely. The setting angle of the wheel
guard can be adjusted with the lever.
► Fig.8: 1. Screw 2. Lever
To remove wheel guard, follow the installation proce-
dure in reverse.
Clip-on cutting wheel guard
attachment
Optional accessory
NOTE: For cutting-off operations, a clip-on cutting
wheel guard attachment can be used with the wheel
guard (for grinding wheel).
Not available in some countries.
► Fig.9
12 ENGLISH
When using a depressed center
When using an abrasive cut-off
When installing a wheel guard, be