Makita BO5030 Owners Manual - Page 5
Operation, Maintenance - backing pad
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Installing or removing abrasive disc After emptying the dust bag, install the dust nozzle on the dust bag. Turn the dust nozzle slightly clockwise to lock it in place. Then install the dust bag on the tool as described in "Installing dust bag". 1. Dust nozzle 1 009102 To install the abrasive disc, first remove all dirt or foreign matter from the pad. Then peel off the backing paper from the abrasive disc and attach the abrasive disc to the pad. Be careful to align the holes in the abrasive disc with those in the pad. CAUTION: • If you peel off the abrasive disc from the pad, its adhesion will become poor. Never attempt to stick it onto the pad for further use. Installing dust bag 1 1. Dust bag 003326 OPERATION Sanding operation 009103 009104 Install the dust bag on the tool so that the Makita logo on the dust bag will be upright (not upside down). Emptying dust bag 1. Dust nozzle 1 003323 When the dust bag is about half full, switch off and unplug the tool. Remove the dust bag from the tool. Then remove the dust nozzle from the dust bag after unlocking the dust nozzle by turning it slightly counterclockwise. Empty the dust bag by tapping it lightly. CAUTION: • Never switch on the tool when it is in contact with the workpiece, it may cause an injury to operator. • Never run the tool without the abrasive disc. You may seriously damage the pad. • Never force the tool. Excessive pressure may decrease the sanding efficiency, damage the abrasive disc or shorten tool life. • Using the tool with the pad edge contacting the workpiece may damage the pad. Hold the tool firmly. Turn the tool on and wait until it attains full speed. Then gently place the tool on the workpiece surface. Keep the pad flush with the workpiece and apply slight pressure on the tool. CAUTION: • The sanding pad rotates clockwise during the loaded operation, but it may rotate counterclockwise during the no-load operation. MAINTENANCE CAUTION: • Always be sure that the tool is switched off and unplugged before attempting to perform inspection or maintenance. 5