Never force the tool. Excessive pressure may
•
decrease the sanding efficiency, damage the
abrasive disc or shorten tool life.
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.
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
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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
surface or result in uneven waxing.
Removing wax
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Use an optional felt pad. Run the tool to remove wax.
1. Sponge pad
1. Felt pad
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Polishing
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Use an optional wool pad. Run the tool and apply the
wool pad gently to the work surface.
MAINTENANCE
CAUTION:
Always be sure that the tool is switched off and
•
unplugged before attempting to perform inspection
or maintenance.
Never use gasoline, benzine, thinner, alcohol or the
•
like. Discoloration, deformation or cracks may
result.
To maintain product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs,
carbon brush inspection and replacement, any other
maintenance or adjustment should be performed by
Makita Authorized or Factory Service Centers, always
using Makita replacement parts.
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
CAUTION:
These
accessories
•
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.
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
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pre-punched holes)
Sanding cloth 150
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Pad 150
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Hook-and-loop type sponge pad
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Hook-and-loop type wool pad
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Hook-and-loop type felt pad
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Paper dust bag
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Paper dust bag holder
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Hex wrench
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NOTE:
Some items in the list may be included in the tool
•
package as standard accessories. They may differ
from country to country.
1. Wool pad
or
attachments
Only use
accessory or
type
abrasive
discs
are
(with