Operation; Maintenance; Optional Accessories - Makita DBS180 Instruction Manual

The side grip (auxiliary handle) helps hold the tool firmly
during operation.
1.
Screw the grip into the fastening nut placed in the grip base.
► Fig.11: 1. Grip 2. Grip base 3. Fastening nut
2. Loosen the thumb screw in the grip base.
Attach the base to the barrel of the motor housing align-
ing the locking tab on the base with the shallow groove
in the surface of the housing.
Tighten the thumb screw to secure the grip.
► Fig.12: 1. Thumb screw 2. Motor housing
Connecting to Makita vacuum cleaner
CAUTION:
Always close the nozzle cap when
a vacuum cleaner is not connected to the nozzle.
Never insert your finger into the nozzle.
NOTICE:
Read the instruction manual supplied
with your vacuum cleaner before using it.
NOTE: Optional front cuffs 22, joints or tool adapters
may be required to make connections depending on
your vacuum cleaner system.
Cleaner sanding operations can be performed by con-
necting the belt sander to Makita vacuum cleaner.
Open the nozzle cap, and install the dust nozzle.
Connect the hose of a vacuum cleaner to the dust nozzle.
► Fig.13: 1. Dust nozzle 2. Front cuffs / joint / adapter
3. Hose of vacuum cleaner 4. Vacuum cleaner

OPERATION

CAUTION:
Secure workpiece with clamps,
etc. if it possibly moves during operation.
CAUTION:
Avoid any sanding operations on
ignitable materials such as aluminum and magne-
sium. It may result in a fire, explosion or risk of injury.
CAUTION:
Be sure that not any part of the sanding
belt is placed on the surface of workpiece before you
turn the tool on or off. Otherwise a poor sanding finish,
damage to the belt or loss of control of the tool may result.
CAUTION:
Avoid body contact with the belt
and rotating parts of the tool during operation.
Always be aware of your surroundings and
bystanders, and stay alert for possible hazards.
CAUTION:
Do not attempt to hold and operate
the tool upside down. It may cause a serious acci-
dent resulting in personal injury.
Turn the tool on and wait until it attains full speed. Hold the
tool firmly with both hands. Gently apply the tool to the work-
piece surface and move the tool forward and backward.
► Fig.14
► Fig.15
Always use the range "C" (between the end of flat shoe
and front pulley) in the figure to sand the workpiece.
Press the belt only lightly on the workpiece. Excessive pres-
sure may damage the belt and shorten the life of the tool.
► Fig.16: 1. Flat shoe 2. Front pulley

MAINTENANCE

CAUTION:
Always be sure that the tool is
switched off and the battery cartridge is removed
before attempting to perform inspection or
maintenance.
NOTICE:
Never use gasoline, benzine, thinner,
alcohol or the like. Discoloration, deformation or
cracks may result.
To maintain product SAFETY and RELIABILITY,
repairs, any other maintenance or adjustment should
be performed by Makita Authorized or Factory Service
Centers, always using Makita replacement parts.
Storage
CAUTION:
Be careful not to pinch your fin-
gers when moving the arm. Failure to do so may
cause personal injury.
The arm can move through an angle of up to 160°. Fold
the arm up to save a storage space.
1. Loosen the lock lever by raising it. Pivot the arm at
an angle of 90°.
2. Push and hold the slider knob, and then adjust the
angle of the arm in the range "B" (90° to 160°) in
the figure.
► Fig.17: 1. Lock lever 2. Slider knob 3. Arm
3. Secure the lock lever to fix the arm.
► Fig.18: 1. Lock lever 2. Lock-off switch
NOTICE:
The lock-off switch is automatically
activated while the arm is being pivoted beyond
90°.

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 regard-
ing these accessories, ask your local Makita Service
Center.
• Dust nozzle assembly
• Arm (6, 9, 13 mm (1/4", 3/8", 1/2"))
• Abrasive belts
• Dust cover complete
• Hose complete 28
• Front cuffs
• Makita genuine battery and charger
NOTE: Some items in the list may be included in the
tool package as standard accessories. They may
differ from country to country.
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