Additional Safety Rules - Makita BO4900V Instruction Manual

14. Maintain tools with care
Keep tools sharp and clean for better and safer
performance. Follow instructions for lubricating
and changing accessories. Inspect tool cords
periodically and, if damaged, have repaired by
authorized service facility. Inspect extension
cords periodically and replace if damaged. Keep
handles dry, clean and free from oil and grease.
15. Disconnect tools
When not in use, before servicing, and when
changing accessories such as blades, bits and
cutters.
16. Remove adjusting keys and wrenches
Form the habit of checking to see that keys and
adjusting wrenches are removed from tool before
turning it on.
17. Avoid unintentional starting
Don't carry plugged-in tool with finger on switch.
Be sure switch is off when plugging in.
18. Outdoor use extension cords
When tool is used outdoors, use only extension
cords intended for use outdoors and so marked.
19. Stay alert
Watch what you are doing. Use common sense.
Do not operate tool when you are tired.
20. Check damaged parts
Before further use of the tool, a guard or other
part that is damaged should be carefully checked
to determine that it will operate properly and per-
form its intended function. Check for alignment of
moving parts, binding of moving parts, breakage
of parts, mounting, and any other conditions that
may affect its operation. A guard or other part
that is damaged should be properly repaired or
replaced by an authorized service center unless
otherwise indicated elsewhere in this instruction
manual. Have defective switches replaced by
and authorized service center. Do not use tool if
switch does not turn it on and off.
21. Warning
The use of any other accessory or attachment
other than recommended in this operating
instruction or the catalog may present a risk of
personal injury.
22. Have your tool repaired by an expert
This electric appliance is in accordance with the
relevant safety rules. Repairing of electric appli-
ances may be carried out only by experts other-
wise it may cause considerable danger for the
user.

ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES

1. Hold the tool firmly.
2. Do not leave the tool running. Operate the tool
only when hand-held.
3. This tool has not been waterproofed, so do not
use water on the workpiece surface.
4. Ventilate your work area adequately when you
perform sanding operations.
5. Some material contains chemicals which may be
toxic. Take caution to prevent working dust inha-
lation and skin contact. Follow material supplier
safety data.
6. Always use the correct dust mask/respirator for
the material and application you are working
with.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Installing or removing abrasive paper
CAUTION:
Always be sure that the tool is switched off and
unplugged before installing or removing the abrasive
paper.
For conventional type of abrasive paper with pre-
punched holes (standard equipment):
Turn the clamp lever counterclockwise. Insert the paper
end into the clamper, aligning the holes in the paper with
those in the pad. Then return the clamp lever to the origi-
nal position to secure the paper. Repeat the same pro-
cess for the other end of the tool, maintaining the proper
paper tension. (Fig. 1)
For conventional type of abrasive paper without pre-
punched holes (optional accessory):
Turn the clamp lever counterclockwise. Insert the paper
end into the clamper, aligning the paper edges even and
parallel with the sides of the base. Then return the clamp
lever to the original position to secure the paper. Repeat
the same process for the other end of the tool, maintain-
ing the proper paper tension. Place the punch plate
(optional accessory) over the paper so that the guide of
the punch plate is flush with the sides of the pad. Then
press the punch plate to make holes in the paper.
(Fig. 2)
For hook-and-loop type of abrasive paper with pre-
punched holes (optional accessory):
Remove all dirt or foreign matter from the pad. Attach the
paper to the pad, aligning the holes in the paper with
those in the pad. (Fig. 3)
CAUTION:
Never use pressure-sensitive abrasive paper.
For BO4901 only
NOTE:
To use the hook-and-loop type of abrasive paper, first
replace the pad. Remove the pad for the conventional
type of abrasive paper from the tool with a screwdriver.
(Fig. 4)
Install the pad for the hook-and-loop type of abrasive
paper (optional accessory) on the tool. Tighten the
screws firmly to secure the pad.
ENB042-3
Installing paper dust bag
For BO4900, BO4900V only
Place the paper dust bag on the paper dust bag holder
with its front side upward. Insert the front fixing card-
board of the paper dust bag into the groove of the paper
dust bag holder. (Fig. 5)
Then press the upper part of the front fixing cardboard in
arrow direction to hook it onto the claws. (Fig. 6)
Insert the notch of the paper dust bag into the guide of
the paper dust bag holder. Then install the paper dust
bag holder set on the tool. (Fig. 7 & 8)
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