CAUTION:
•
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 abra-
sive 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 work-
piece surface. Keep the pad flush with the workpiece and
apply slight pressure on the tool.
Polishing operation
CAUTION:
•
Use only a Makita genuine sponge pad, felt pad or
wool pad (optional accessories).
•
Always operate the tool at low speed to prevent
work surfaces from damage/burning.
•
Never force the tool. Excessive pressure may
decrease the polishing efficiency and cause motor
overload, resulting in tool malfunction.
Applying wax
1
Use an optional sponge pad. Apply wax to the sponge
pad or work surface. Run the tool to smooth out wax.
NOTE:
•
First, wax a non critical portion of the work surface
to make sure that the tool will not scratch the sur-
face or result in uneven waxing.
Removing wax
1
Use an optional felt pad. Run the tool to remove wax.
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1. Sponge pad
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1. Felt pad
Polishing
1
Use an optional wool pad. Run the tool and apply the
wool pad gently to the work surface.
ON-LOAD
OFF-LOAD
CAUTION:
•
The sanding pad rotates clockwise during the
loaded operation, but it may rotate counterclock-
wise 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.
To maintain product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs,
carbon brush inspection and replacement, any other
maintenance or adjustment should be performed by Mak-
ita Authorized or Factory Service Centers, always using
Makita replacement parts.
ACCESSORIES
CAUTION:
•
These accessories or attachments are recom-
mended 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 per-
sons. Only use accessory or attachment for its
stated purpose.
If you need any assistance for more details regarding
these accessories, ask your local Makita Service Center.
•
Hook-and-loop type abrasive discs
(with pre-punched holes)
•
Hook-and-loop type sponge pad
•
Hook-and-loop type wool pad
•
Hook-and-loop type felt pad
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1. Wool pad