Operation; Maintenance - Makita BO5020 Instruction Manual

OPERATION

Sanding operation
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CAUTION:
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.
Using the tool with the pad edge contacting the
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workpiece may damage the pad.
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.
Applying wax
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Use an optional sponge pad. Apply wax to the sponge
pad or work surface. Run the tool 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.
1. Sponge pad
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Removing wax
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Use an optional felt pad. Run the tool to remove wax.
Polishing
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Use an optional wool pad. Run the tool and apply the
wool pad gently to the work surface.
ON-LOAD OFF-LOAD
CAUTION:
The sanding pad rotates clockwise during the
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loaded operation,
counterclockwise during the no-load operation.

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 or Factory Service Centers, always
using Makita replacement parts.
ACCESSORIES
CAUTION:
These accessories
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recommended for use with your Makita tool
specified in this manual. The use of any other
accessories or attachments might present a risk of
injury to persons.
attachment for its stated purpose.
1. Felt pad
1. Wool pad
but it may rotate
or attachments
Only use accessory or
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