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Orbital Sander MODEL 9046 I N S T R U C T I O N WARNING: For your personal safety, READ and UNDERSTAND before using. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. DOUBLE INSULATION M A N U A L 003270...
3. Keep bystanders, children, and visitors away while operating a power tool. Distrac- tions can cause you to lose control. 9046 115 mm x 229 mm (4-1/2” x 9”) 6,000 283 mm (11-1/8”) 3.0 kg (6.6 lbs) Electrical Safety 4.
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5. Avoid body contact with grounded sur- faces such as pipes, radiators, ranges and refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is grounded. 6. Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of electric shock.
Not More Than SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES DO NOT let comfort or familiarity with product (gained from repeated use) replace strict adherence to sander safety rules. If you use this tool unsafely or incorrectly, you can suffer serious personal injury. 1. Hold tool by insulated gripping surfaces...
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SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: MISUSE or failure to follow the safety rules stated in this instruction manual may cause serious personal injury.
FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION 003280 1. Lock button 2. Switch trigger 003295 1. Front grip CAUTION: • Always be sure that the tool is switched off and unplugged before adjusting or checking function on the tool. Switch action 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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ASSEMBLY 003307 Open 1. Conventional type of abrasive paper 2. Clamp lever 3. Pad 003309 003311 1. Hook-and-loop type of abrasive paper 2. Pad CAUTION: • Always be sure that the tool is switched off and unplugged before carrying out any work on the tool. Installing or removing abrasive paper For conventional type of abrasive paper with pre- punched holes (standard equipment):...
For the best results, empty the dust bag when it becomes approximately half full, tapping it lightly to remove as much dust as possible. NOTE: • If you connect a Makita vacuum cleaner to this tool, more efficient and cleaner operations can be performed. Sanding operation CAUTION: •...
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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.
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Street Address City AGE: Under 19 Occupation: Dealer's Name & Address: Paste Paste Paste 3. How did you first learn of Makita Power Tools? Magazine/Newspaper From dealer Store display 4. Most favored points are? Design Features Size Price Model No.
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When you need service... • Explain the problem in a letter • Enclose the letter with the tool • Package carefully and send prepaid to the nearest Makita factory or authorized service centre (905) 571 - 2200 1-800-263-3734 (604) 272 - 3104 1-800-663-0909...
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WARRANTY. “The Makita Warranty is the only and the entire written warranty given by Makita for the Makita tools. No dealer or his agent or employee is authorized to extend or enlarge upon this warranty by any verbal or written statement or advertisement.”...