Operation; Maintenance; Optional Accessories - Makita BTM40 Instruction Manual

ASSEMBLY
CAUTION:
• Always be sure that the tool is switched off and the
battery cartridge is removed before carrying out any
work on the tool.
Installing or removing application tool
(optional accessory)
WARNING:
• Do not install application tool upside down. Installing
application tool upside down may damage the tool and
cause serious personal injury.
• Install attachment tool in the correct direction according
to your work. Application tool can be installed at an
angle of every 30 degree. (Fig. 7 & 8)
Put an application tool (optional accessory) on the tool
flange so that the protrusions of the tool flange fit in the
holes in the application tool and secure the application
tool by tightening the bolt firmly with the hex wrench.
When using sanding application tool, mount the
application tool on the sanding pad so that it matches the
sanding pad direction.
The sanding pad has a hook and loop type fitting system
which allows easy and rapid fitting of a sanding paper.
As sanding papers have holes for dust extraction, mount a
sanding paper so that the holes in a sanding paper match
those in the sanding pad.
To remove a sanding paper, raise its end and peel it off.
Loosen and remove the application tool installation bolt
using a hex wrench and then take off the application tool.
(Fig. 9)
When using application tools with a different type of
installation section, use a correct adapter (optional
accessory).
Hex wrench storage (Fig. 10)
When not in use, store the hex wrench as shown in the
figure to keep it from being lost.

OPERATION

WARNING:
• Before starting the tool and during operation, keep your
hand and face away from the application tool.
CAUTION:
• Do not apply excessive load to the tool which may
cause a motor lock and stop the tool.
Cutting, sawing and scraping
CAUTION:
• Do not move on the tool forcibly in the direction (eg.
towards either side) of tool application with no cutting
edge. It may damage the tool. (Fig. 11)
Put the application tool on the workpiece.
And then move the tool forward so that the application tool
movement does not slow down.
NOTE:
• Forcing or excessive pressure on the tool may reduce
efficiency.
• Before cutting operation, it is recommended to preset
the orbital stroke rate 4 - 6.
Sanding
CAUTION:
• Do not reuse a sanding paper used for sanding metal
to sand wood.
• Do not use a worn sanding paper or sanding paper
without grit. (Fig. 12)
Apply a sanding paper on the workpiece.
NOTE:
• Using a test material sample to try is recommendable
to determine a correct orbital stroke rate suitable for
your work.
• Use a sanding paper with the same grit until sanding
the whole workpiece is completed. Replacing a
sanding paper with different grit sanding paper may not
get a fine finish.
Dust extraction attachment (optional
accessory) (Fig. 13)
• Install dust nozzles and dust attachment.
• Install the nozzle band on the tool so that its
protrusions fit in the holes in the tool to secure it.
• Put the felt ring and the sanding pad on the dust
attachment and then secure them with the application
tool installation bolt. (Fig. 14)
When you wish to perform cleaner operation, connect a
vacuum cleaner to your tool. Connect a hose of vacuum
cleaner to the dust extraction attachment (optional
accessory).

MAINTENANCE

CAUTION:
• Always be sure that the tool is switched off and the
battery cartridge is removed before attempting to
perform inspection or maintenance.
• Never use gasoline, benzine, thinner, alcohol or the
like. Discoloration, deformation or cracks may result.
To maintain product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs,
carbon brush inspection and replacement, any other
maintenance or adjustment should be performed by
Makita Authorized Service Centers, always using Makita
replacement parts.

OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES

CAUTION:
• These accessories or attachments are 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. Only use accessory
or attachment for its stated purpose.
If you need any assistance for more details regarding
these accessories, ask your local Makita Service Center.
• Segment saw blade
• Round saw blade
• Plunge cut saw blade
• Scraper (rigid)
• Scraper (flexible)
• Serrated seg blade
• General joint cutter
• HM remover
• HM seg saw blade
• HM sanding plate
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