Operation - Makita BO6040 Instruction Manual

Selecting the action mode
Roto-orbit mode
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Use the change lever to change the rotation mode.
Roto-orbit mode is orbital action plus rotation action of pad
for rough sanding and polishing.
Random orbit mode is orbital action of pad for fine sanding.
Random orbit mode
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Rotate the change lever counterclockwise for roto-orbit
mode and clockwise for random orbit mode.
CAUTION:
Do not rotate the change lever when the tool is
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running. The tool will be damaged.
Typical applications for sanding and polishing
Sanding
Use/Material Mode selection
Paintwork:
Sanding Random
Repairs Roto-orbit/
(scratches, rust spoots) Random
Rough paint stripping Roto-orbit
Plastics:
Soft plastics Roto-orbit/
(PVC/ABS) Random
Hard plastics Roto-orbit
(FRP)
Woods:
Softwood Random
Hardwood Roto-orbit/
Random
Veneers Random
Metals:
Non-ferrous metal Roto-orbit/
(aluminum, copper) Random
Steel Roto-orbit
Steel,rust removal Roto-orbit
Hard metal Roto-orbit
(stainless steel)
Polishing
Mode selection Speed control
Use/Material
Applying wax Roto-orbit
Removing wax Roto-orbit
Polishing Roto-orbit
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1. Change lever
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1. Change lever
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Speed control
setting
1 - 3 Soft
2 - 3 Hard
4 - 5 Soft
1 - 3 Super soft/
Soft
1 - 3 Soft/Hard
1 - 3 Super soft/
Soft
3 - 5 Soft
1 - 2 Super Soft
1 - 3 Soft
3 - 5 Soft/Hard
4 - 5 Super Soft
4 - 5 Soft
setting
2 - 4 Sponge pad
4 - 5 Felt pad
4 - 5 Wool pad
The above information is intended only as a guide. In
each case, the most appropriate sanding disc grain
should be determined by preliminary trials.
ASSEMBLY
CAUTION:
Always be sure that the tool is switched off and
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unplugged before carrying out any work on the tool.
Installing side grip (optional accessory)
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Remove one of the screws which secure the head cover.
Screw the side grip on the tool securely. The side grip
can be installed on either side of the tool.
Installing or removing abrasive disc
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CAUTION:
Always use hook-and-loop system abrasive discs.
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Never use pressure-sensitive abrasive discs.
To install the abrasive disc, first remove all dirt or foreign
matter from the pad. Then attach the abrasive disc to the
pad, using the hook-and-loop system of the abrasive disc
and the pad. Be careful to align the holes in the abrasive
disc with those in the pad.
To remove the disc from the pad, just pull up from its
edge.
Changing pad
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Makita offers an extensive range of optional super soft,
soft and hard pads. Remove the screw counterclockwise
from the center of the base with a hex wrench. After
changing the pad, tighten the screw clockwise securely.
Pad
Dust collection (optional accessory)
Fig.6
If a Makita hose is used, you can connect the cuff to the
dust outlet directly.
If other hose with an inner diameter of 24 mm, attach the
joint between the dust outlet and the cuff.
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OPERATION

Sanding operation
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CAUTION:
Never switch on the tool when it is in contact with
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the workpiece, it may cause an injury to operator.
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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Pad
decrease the sanding efficiency, damage the
abrasive disc or shorten tool life.
Hold the tool firmly. Turn the tool on and wait until it
attains full speed. Then gently place the tool on the
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