Installing and removing
polishing pad
CAUTION:
Only use the hook-and-loop sys-
tem pads for polishing.
CAUTION:
Make sure that the polishing pad
and hook-and-loop pad are aligned and securely
attached. Otherwise the polishing pad will cause an
excessive vibration which may cause loss of control
or the polishing pad may be thrown out from the tool.
Remove all dirt and foreign matter from the hook-and-
loop system of a polishing pad and hook-and-loop pad.
Attach the polishing pad to the hook-and-loop pad so
that their centers are aligned.
To remove the polishing pad from the hook-and-loop
pad, just pull up from its edge.
► Fig.9: 1. Polishing pad 2. Hook-and-loop pad
Installing abrasive disc
Optional accessory
CAUTION:
Only use the twist-on/twist-off
system discs for sanding.
Disc selection
CAUTION:
The outside diameter of accessory
must be within the capacity rating of the power
tool.
CAUTION:
The rated speed of accessory
must be equal or higher than the maximum speed
marked on the power tool.
Always use the correct sized wheel that is made from
appropriate abrasive materials with the right grit size for
your job.
Abrasive disc materials
Abrasive materials Basic features
Aluminum Oxide
Best for steel,
stainless steel
and metals. Single
crystal abrasive
material with
high tenacity and
durability.
Alumina Zirconium
Best for INOX and
metals. Extremely
sharp and hard
abrasive material
with high durability.
Ceramic
Best for INOX,
metals and non-fer-
rous materials.
Extremely sharp
and high resistant
to shock/heat/
wear.
Grit size
Grit
24/36 (coarse)
60/80
120 (fine)
Installing and removing abrasive disc
off pad is secured properly. Loose attachment will
run out of balance and cause an excessive vibration
which may cause loss of control.
Remove all dirt and foreign matter from the twist-on/
twist-off pad. Thread an abrasive disc onto the twist-on/
twist-off pad while pressing in the shaft lock. Hand
tighten securely.
To remove the abrasive disc from the twist-on/twist-off
pad, follow the installation procedure in reverse.
► Fig.10: 1. Abrasive disc 2. Twist-on/twist-off pad
OPERATION
polishing.
disc for sanding (optional accessories).
secured and stable. Falling object may cause
personal injury.
on the switch handle and the other hand on the
side grip when performing the tool.
over an extended time period. It may result in tool
malfunction which causes electric shock, fire and/or
Practical
serious injury.
applications
Fast sanding
part.
Most metal jobs
sure that the side grip or caps are not loose. If the
side grip or caps are loose, the front cover may fall
and cause an injury.
Removing paint
NOTICE:
from cars and
may lead to decreased polishing efficiency, damaged
boats, etc.
pad, or shorten tool life.
NOTICE:
General metal work
may damage work surface.
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CAUTION:
Make sure that the twist-on/twist-
CAUTION:
Only use Makita genuine pads for
CAUTION:
Only use Makita genuine abrasive
CAUTION:
Make sure the work material is
CAUTION:
Hold the tool firmly with one hand
CAUTION:
Do not run the tool at high load
CAUTION:
Be careful not to touch the rotating
CAUTION:
Before operating the tool, make
Never force the tool. Excessive pressure
Continuous operation at high speed
Practical applications
Heavy stock removal
Medium stock removal
Finishing