Emptying dust bag
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. (Fig. 3)
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''. (Fig. 4)
Installing paper dust bag
To install the paper dust bag, place the paper dust bag on
the paper dust bag holder with its front side upward.
Insert the front fixing cardboard of the paper dust bag
into the groove of the paper dust bag holder. (Fig. 5)
Then press the upper part of the front fixing cardboard in
arrow direction to hook it onto the claws. (Fig. 6)
Insert the notch of the paper dust bag into the guide of
the paper dust bag holder. Then install the paper dust
bag holder set on the tool. (Fig. 7 & 8)
Switch action (Fig. 9)
CAUTION:
Before plugging in the tool, always be sure that the tool is
switched off.
To start the tool, press the '' I (ON)'' side of the switch. To
stop, press the ''O ( OFF )'' side of the switch.
Operation (Fig. 10)
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:
• Never switch on the tool when it is in contact with the
workpiece surface, causing 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 work-
piece may damage the pad.
D
O
ON-LOA
FF-LOAD
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 carrying out any work on the tool.
To maintain product safety and reliability, repairs, mainte-
nance or adjustment should be carried out by a Makita
Authorized Service Center.
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. The accessories or
attachments should be used only in the proper and
intended manner.
BO5010
• Hook-and-loop system abrasive disc
(with pre-punched holes)
Use
Coarse
Grit
60
BO5011
• Pressure-sensitive adhesive system disc
(with pre-punched holes)
Use
Coarse
Grit
60
• Paper dust bag
• Paper dust bag holder
Medium
Fine
80
120
180
240
Medium
Fine
120
180
240
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