Operation; Maintenance - Makita MBS400 Instruction Manual

Dust bag
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The use of the dust bag makes sanding operations clean
and dust collection easy. To attach the dust bag, fit it
onto the dust spout.
When the dust bag is about half full, remove the dust
bag from the tool and pull the fastener out. Empty the
dust bag of its contents, tapping it lightly so as to remove
particles adhering to the insides which might hamper
further collection.

OPERATION

Sanding operation
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CAUTION:
The tool should not be in contact with the
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workpiece surface when you turn the tool on or off.
Otherwise a poor sanding finish or damage of the
belt may result.
Hold the tool firmly with both hands. Turn the tool on and
wait until it attains full speed. Then gently place the tool
on the workpiece surface. Keep the belt flush with the
workpiece at all times and move the tool back and forth.
Never force the tool. The weight of the tool applies
adequate pressure. Excessive pressure may cause
stalling, overheating of the motor, burning of the
workpiece and possible kickback.

MAINTENANCE

CAUTION:
Always be sure that the tool is switched off and
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unplugged before attempting to perform inspection
or maintenance.
1. Dust bag
2 2. Dust spout
3. Fastener
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Replacing carbon plate
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Replace an carbon plate on the cork rubber plate when it
is worn down. Remove screws on the strap washer and
the worn carbon plate, place a new carbon plate and
then secure it with the screws.
Replacing carbon brushes
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Remove and check the carbon brushes regularly.
Replace them when they are worn down to the limit mark.
Keep the carbon brushes clean and free to slip in the
holders. Both carbon brushes should be replaced at the
same time. Use only identical carbon brushes.
Use a screwdriver to remove the brush holder caps.
Take out the worn carbon brushes, insert the new ones
and secure the brush holder caps.
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To maintain product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs,
any other maintenance or adjustment should be
performed by Makita Authorized Service Centers,
always using Makita replacement parts.
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1. Strap washer
2. Cork rubber
plate
3. Carbon plate
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1. Limit mark
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1. Brush holder
cap
2. Screwdriver