Makita BO6050 Instruction Manual page 6

Material Use Mode selection
Random
orbit
with
forced
rotation
Metals Non-
ferrous
metal
(alumi-
num,
copper)
Steel
Steel,
rust
removal
Hard
metal
(stain-
less
steel)
Polishing
Use Mode
selection
Applying wax Random orbit
with forced
rotation
Removing Random orbit
wax with forced
rotation
Polishing Random orbit
with forced
rotation
The above information is intended only as a guide. In
each case, the most appropriate sanding disc grain
should be determined by preliminary trials.
Protector
1. Protector
The protector prevents the pad, the tool housing and
the wall from being damaged when working near a wall.
Always use the protector when working.
To install the protector, align the tongue of the protector
with the groove, and push in the protector.
To remove the protector, pull the protector forward.
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Speed Pad
control
Random
setting
1 - 3 Soft
- 3 - 5 Soft/
Hard
- 4 - 5 Super
Soft
- 4 - 5 Soft
Speed con- Pad
trol setting
2 - 4 Sponge pad
4 - 5 Felt pad
4 - 5 Wool pad
1
1
1. Protector 2. Groove
ASSEMBLY
CAUTION:
Always be sure that the tool is
switched off and unplugged before carrying out
any work on the tool.
Installing side grip
1. Side grip
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
CAUTION:
Always use hook-and-loop system
abrasive discs. Never use pressure-sensitive
abrasive discs.
2
1