Functional Description; Operation - Makita GD0800C Instruction Manual

FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION

CAUTION:
Always be sure that the tool is switched off and
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unplugged before adjusting or checking function
on the tool.
Switch action
Fig.1
CAUTION:
Before plugging in the tool, always check to see
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that the slide switch actuates properly and returns
to the "OFF" position when the rear of the slide
switch is depressed.
To start the tool, slide the slide switch toward the "I
(ON)" position. For continuous operation, press the front
of the slide switch to lock it.
To stop the tool, press the rear of the slide switch, then
slide it toward the "O (OFF)" position.
Speed adjusting dial
Fig.2
The tool speed can be changed by turning the speed
adjusting dial to a given number setting from 1 to 5.
Higher speed is obtained when the dial is turned in the
direction of number 5. And lower speed is obtained
when it is turned in the direction of number 1.
Refer to the table for the relationship between the
number settings on the dial and the approximate tool
speed.
GD0800C
Number min -1 (RPM)
1-2 7,000 - 10,000
2-3 10,000 - 17,000
3-4 17,000 - 24,000
4-5 24,000 - 28,000
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CAUTION:
If the tool is operated continuously at low speeds
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for a long time, the motor will get overloaded,
resulting in tool malfunction.
The speed adjusting dial can be turned only as far
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as 5 and back to 1. Do not force it past 5 or 1, or
the speed adjusting function may no longer work.
ASSEMBLY
Installing the side handle (optional
accessory)
Fig.3
Install the side handle on the tool barrel, then tighten the
handle by turning clockwise at the desired position.
Installing or removing wheel point
Fig.4
Loosen the collet nut and insert the wheel point into the
collet nut. Use the smaller wrench to hold the spindle
and the larger one to tighten the collet nut securely.
The wheel point should not be mounted more than 8
mm from the collet nut. Exceeding this distance could
cause vibration or a broken shaft.
To remove the wheel point, follow the installation
procedure in reverse.
GD0810C
min -1 (RPM)
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1,800 - 2,400
2,400 - 4,100
4,100 - 5,800
5,800 - 7,000

OPERATION

Fig.5
Turn the tool on without the wheel point making any
contact with the workpiece and wait until the wheel point
attains full speed. Then apply the wheel point to the
workpiece gently. To obtain a good finish, move the tool
in the leftward direction slowly.
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CAUTION:
Always be sure that the tool is switched off and
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unplugged before carrying out any work on the
tool.
8mm(5/16")Max.
CAUTION:
Use the correct size collet cone for the wheel point
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which you intend to use.
CAUTION:
Apply light pressure on the tool. Excessive
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pressure on the tool will only cause a poor finish
and overloading of the motor.