Functional Description - Makita GA7020 Instruction Manual

FUNCTIONAL
DESCRIPTION
CAUTION:
Always be sure that the tool is
switched off and unplugged before adjusting or
checking function on the tool.
Shaft lock
WARNING:
Never actuate the shaft lock when
the spindle is moving. It may cause serious injury or
the tool damage.
Press the shaft lock to prevent spindle rotation when
installing or removing accessories.
► Fig.1: 1. Shaft lock
Switch action
CAUTION:
Before plugging in the tool, always
check to see that the switch trigger actuates
properly and returns to the "OFF" position when
released.
CAUTION:
Make sure to switch off the tool in
case of a blackout or accidental shut down such
as unplugging of the power cord. Otherwise the
tool will start unexpectedly when the power supply
is recovered and cause an accident or personal injury.
There are three patterns of the switch action depending
on country.
► Fig.2: 1. Switch trigger 2. Lock lever
For tool with the lock-on switch
Country specific
CAUTION:
Switch can be locked in "ON" posi-
tion for ease of operator comfort during extended
use. Apply caution when locking tool in "ON"
position and maintain firm grasp on tool.
To start the tool, simply pull the switch trigger (in the B
direction). Release the switch trigger to stop.
For continuous operation, pull the switch trigger (in the
B direction) and then push in the lock lever (in the A
direction).
To stop the tool from the locked position, pull the switch
trigger fully (in the B direction), then release it.
For tool with the lock-off switch
Country specific (including Australia and New
Zealand)
To prevent the switch trigger from accidentally pulled, a
lock lever is provided.
To start the tool, push in the lock lever (in the A direc-
tion) and then pull the switch trigger (in the B direction).
Release the switch trigger to stop.
NOTICE:
Do not pull the switch trigger hard
without pressing in the lock lever. This can cause
switch breakage.
For tool with the lock-on and lock-off switch
Country specific
CAUTION:
Switch can be locked in "ON" posi-
tion for ease of operator comfort during extended
use. Apply caution when locking tool in "ON"
position and maintain firm grasp on tool.
To prevent the switch trigger from accidentally pulled, a
lock lever is provided.
To start the tool, push in the lock lever (in the A direc-
tion) and then pull the switch trigger (in the B direction).
Release the switch trigger to stop.
For continuous operation, push in the lock lever (in the A
direction), pull the switch trigger (in the B direction) and
then push the lock lever (in the A direction) further in.
To stop the tool from the locked position, pull the switch
trigger fully (in the B direction), then release it.
NOTICE:
Do not pull the switch trigger hard
without pressing in the lock lever. This can cause
switch breakage.
Soft start feature
Only for model GA7020S / GA9020S
Soft start feature reduces starting reaction.
ASSEMBLY
CAUTION:
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.
CAUTION:
You can install the side grip on the
3 holes. Install the side grip on one of the holes
according to the operation.
Screw the side grip securely on the position of the tool
as shown in the figure.
► Fig.3
Installing or removing wheel guard
(For depressed center wheel, flap disc,
flex wheel, wire wheel brush / abrasive
cut-off wheel, diamond wheel)
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.
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When using a depressed center
When using an abrasive cut-off