Electronic Function; Operation - Makita DSL801 Instruction Manual

Electronic function

The tools equipped with electronic function are easy to
operate because of the following features.
Constant speed control
Possible to get fine finish, because the rotating speed is
kept constant even under the loaded condition.
Soft start feature
Soft start because of suppressed starting shock.
ASSEMBLY
CAUTION:
Always be sure that the tool is
switched off and the battery cartridge is removed
before carrying out any work on the tool.
Installing the abrasive disc
► Fig.7: 1. Abrasive disc 2. Pad
Remove any dirt or foreign matter from the pad, and
then attach the abrasive disc to the pad while aligning
the holes in the abrasive disc with those in the pad.
Adjusting the pipe length
CAUTION:
When adjusting the pipe length,
hold the tool horizontally. Otherwise, the pipe
length may change unintentionally and it may cause
an injury or malfunction of the tool.
NOTICE:
Do not extend the pipe beyond the
limit. Failure to do so may cause a malfunction of
the tool.
► Fig.8: 1. Sleeve 2. Pipe
To adjust the pipe length, loosen the sleeve, then adjust
the length of the pipe, and then tighten the sleeve.
Hex wrench storage
► Fig.9: 1. Hex wrench
When not in use, store the hex wrench as shown in the
figure to keep it from being lost.
Installing or removing the pad
► Fig.10: 1. Hex wrench 2. Bolt 3. Pad
To remove the pad, remove the abrasive disc from the
pad, and then turn the bolt counterclockwise with a hex
wrench. To install the pad, perform the removal proce-
dure in reverse.
CAUTION:
Make sure that the pad is secured
properly. Loose attachment will run out of balance
and cause an excessive vibration which may cause
loss of control.
Connecting a vacuum cleaner
Optional accessory
When you wish to perform operation cleanly, connect a
Makita vacuum cleaner to your tool. Connect a hose of
the vacuum cleaner to the dust nozzle using the front
cuff 24.
► Fig.11: 1. Hose of the vacuum cleaner 2. Front cuff
24 3. Dust nozzle
Installing or removing the extension
handle
Optional accessory
To install the extension handle, attach the extension
handle to the tool and secure it with the knob firmly. Be
sure to insert the end of the tool into the holder of the
extension handle. To remove the extension handle,
perform the installation procedure in reverse.
► Fig.12: 1. Extension handle 2. Knob 3. Holder
4. End of tool 5. Mounting hole
WARNING:
only for attaching the extension handle.
Using the mounting hole for any other purpose may
cause an unexpected accident.

OPERATION

CAUTION:
Only use Makita genuine pads for
sanding (optional accessories).
CAUTION:
Make sure the work material is
secured and stable. Falling object may cause
personal injury.
CAUTION:
Hold the tool firmly with one hand
on the switch handle and the other hand on the
front grip when operating the tool.
CAUTION:
Do not run the tool at high load
over an extended time period. It may result in tool
malfunction which causes electric shock, fire and/or
serious injury.
CAUTION:
Be careful not to touch the rotating
part.
NOTICE:
Never force the tool. Excessive pressure
may lead to decreased sanding efficiency, damaged
pad, or shorten tool life.
NOTICE:
Continuous operation at high speed
may damage work surface.
1. Position the tool lightly against the work surface.
Apply light pressure enough to align the sanding head
with the work surface.
2.
Apply additional pressure to engage the pad
on the work surface. Move the tool in an overlapping
pattern in constant motion to smooth the drywall
compound.
► Fig.13
15 ENGLISH
Use the mounting hole of the tool