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Random Orbit Sander MODEL BO6030 003731 DOUBLE INSULATION I N S T R U C T I O N M A N U A L WARNING: For your personal safety, READ and UNDERSTAND before using. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
Responsible manufacturer: faces. Makita Corporation Anjo Aichi Japan Power supply The tool should be connected only to a power supply of the same voltage as indicated on the nameplate, and can only be operated on single-phase AC supply.
GENERAL SAFETY RULES GEA001-3 WARNING: Read all instructions. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury. The term “power tool” in all of the warnings listed below refers to your mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery- operated (cordless) power tool.
making any adjustments, changing accessories, This tool has not been waterproofed, so do not or storing power tools. Such preventive safety use water on the workpiece surface. measures reduce the risk of starting the power tool Ventilate your work area adequately when you accidentally.
FUNCTIONAL CAUTION: DESCRIPTION • Always be sure that the tool is switched off and unplugged before adjusting or checking function on the tool. Switch action 003732 CAUTION: • Before plugging in the tool, always check to see that the switch trigger actuates properly and returns to the “OFF”...
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1. Abrasive disc Changing pad 003740 Makita offers an extensive range of optional super soft and standard equipped soft pads. Remove the screw counterclockwise from the center of the base with a hex wrench. After changing the pad, tighten the screw clockwise securely.
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Installing dust bag 003741 Install the dust bag on the tool so that the arrow with “UP” indicated on the dust nozzle points upward. 1. Dust nozzle 2. Dust bag Emptying dust bag 003735 When the dust bag is about half full, switch off and unplug the tool. Hold the tool and remove the dust bag from the dust nozzle while pressing the push button.
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Installing paper dust bag (optional accessory) 003742 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. 1.
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.
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. Only use accessory or attachment for its stated purpose.