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Random Orbit Sander MODEL BO6040 003278 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 003287 CAUTION: • Before plugging in the tool, always check to see that the slide switch actuates properly and returns to the “OFF”...
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Selecting the action mode 003292 Use the change lever to change the rotation mode. Roto-orbit mode is orbital action plus rotation action of pad for rough sanding and polishing. Roto-orbit mode 1. Change lever Random orbit mode is orbital action of pad for fine sanding. 003293 Rotate the change lever counterclockwise for roto-orbit mode and clockwise for random orbit mode.
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1. Abrasive disc Changing pad 003315 Makita offers an extensive range of optional super soft, soft and hard pads. Remove the screw counterclockwise from the center of the base with a hex wrench. After changing the pad, tighten the screw clockwise securely.
Dust collection (optional accessory) 003328 If a Makita hose is used, you can connect the cuff to the dust outlet directly. 1. Dust outlet 2. Cuff 3. Hose If other hose with an inner diameter of 24 mm, attach the joint between the 003329 dust outlet and the cuff.
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 inspec- tion and replacement, any other maintenance or adjustment should be per- formed by Makita Authorized Service Centers, always using Makita replacement parts.
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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.