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Finishing Sander MODEL BO3700 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. w w w . m a k i t a t o o l s . c o m...
3. Keep bystanders, children, and visitors away while operating a power tool. Distrac- tions can cause you to lose control. Electrical Safety BO3700 93 mm x 185 mm (3 - 5/8” x 7 - 1/4”) 10,000 254 mm (10”) 1.4 kg (3.1 lbs) 4.
6. Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of electric shock. 7. Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord to carry the tools or pull the plug from an outlet.
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. SYMBOLS The followings show the symbols used for tool. V ... volts A ... amperes Hz ... hertz ...alternating current ...no load speed ˚...
FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION 003281 1. Lock button 2. Switch trigger ASSEMBLY 003308 1. Clamper 2. Abrasive paper with pre-punched holes CAUTION: • Always be sure that the tool is switched off and unplugged before adjusting or checking function on the tool. Switch action CAUTION: •...
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003310 1. Abrasive paper without pre- punched holes 2. Punch plate 003312 1. Screws 2. Screwdriver 3. Pad 003313 1. Hook-and-loop type of abrasive paper with pre-punched holes 2. Pad 003318 1. Dust spout 2. Dust bag For conventional type of abrasive paper without pre- punched holes (available on the market): Press the clamper.
OPERATION 003332 MAINTENANCE NOTE: • If you connect a Makita vacuum cleaner to this tool, more efficient and cleaner operations can be performed. Sanding operation CAUTION: • Never run the tool without the abrasive paper. You may seriously damage the pad.
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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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First-Class Postage Required Post Office will not deliver without proper postage. Makita U.S.A., Inc. 14930 Northam Street La Mirada, CA 90638-5753 Fold...
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Paste 3. How did you learn about this product: Magazine From Dealer Newspaper Store Display Catalog 4. Most favored points are: Design Features Size Price Makita Brand MODEL NO. YEAR SERIAL NO. PHONE 20-29 30-39 40-49 Paste Paste Radio Exhibition...
Date Purchased When you need service: Send complete tool (prepaid) to one Dealer’s Name & Address of the Makita Factory Service Centers listed, or to an Authorized Makita Service Center. Be sure to attach a letter to the outside of Model No.
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MAKITA LIMITED ONE YEAR WARRANTY Warranty Policy Every Makita tool is thoroughly inspected and tested before leaving the factory. It is warranted to be free of defects from workmanship and materials for the period of ONE YEAR from the date of original purchase.