Makita GA003G Betriebsanleitung Seite 13

Releasing protection lock
When the protection system works repeatedly, the tool
is locked.
In this situation, the tool does not start even if turning
the tool off and on. To release the protection lock,
remove the battery, set it to the battery charger and wait
until the charging finishes.
Shaft lock
Press the shaft lock to prevent spindle rotation when
installing or removing accessories.
► Fig.3: 1. Shaft lock
NOTICE:
Never actuate the shaft lock when the
spindle is moving. The tool may be damaged.
Switch action
CAUTION:
Before installing the battery car-
tridge into the tool, always check to see that the
slide switch actuates properly and returns to the
"OFF" position when the rear of the slide switch
is depressed.
CAUTION:
Switch can be locked in "ON" posi-
tion for ease of operator comfort during extended
use. Apply caution when locking tool in "ON"
position and maintain firm grasp on tool.
To start the tool, slide the slide switch toward the "I
(ON)" position by pushing the rear of the slide switch.
For continuous operation, press the front of the slide
switch to lock it.
To stop the tool, press the rear of the slide switch, then
slide it toward the "O (OFF)" position.
► Fig.4: 1. Slide switch
Accidental re-start preventive
function
Even if the battery cartridge is installed on the tool with
the slide switch in the "I (ON)" position, the tool does
not start.
To start the tool, first slide the slide switch toward the
"O (OFF)" position and then slide it toward the "I (ON)"
position.
Electronic torque control function
The tool electronically detects situations where the
wheel or accessory may be at risk to be bound. In the
situation, the tool is automatically shut off to prevent
further rotation of the spindle (it does not prevent
kickback).
To restart the tool, switch off the tool first, remove the
cause of sudden drop in the rotation speed, and then
turn the tool on.
Soft start feature
Soft start feature reduces starting reaction.
ASSEMBLY
CAUTION:
Always be sure that the tool is
switched off and the battery cartridge is removed
before adjusting or checking function on the tool.
Installing side grip (handle)
CAUTION:
Always be sure that the side grip is
installed securely before operation.
Screw the side grip securely on the position of the tool
as shown in the figure.
► Fig.5
Installing or removing wheel guard
WARNING:
wheel, flap disc, flex wheel or wire wheel brush,
the wheel guard must be fitted on the tool so that
the closed side of the guard always points toward
the operator.
WARNING:
diamond wheel, be sure to use only the special wheel
guard designed for use with cut-off wheels.
(In some European countries, when using a diamond
wheel, the ordinary guard can be used. Follow the
regulations in your country.)
For depressed center wheel, flap disc,
flex wheel, wire wheel brush / abrasive
cut-off wheel, diamond wheel
While pushing the lock lever, mount the wheel guard
with the protrusions on the wheel guard aligned with the
notches on the bearing box, and then rotate the wheel
guard until the wheel guard is locked in place.
► Fig.6: 1. Lock lever 2. Notch 3. Protrusion
To remove wheel guard, follow the installation proce-
dure in reverse.
Adjusting angle of wheel guard
WARNING:
securely locked by the lock lever with one of the holes
on the wheel guard.
The angle of the wheel guard can be adjusted by
rotating the wheel guard with pushing it down while
pushing the lock lever. Adjust the angle of the wheel
guard according to the work so that the operator can be
protected.
► Fig.7: 1. Wheel guard 2. Hole
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When using a depressed center
When using an abrasive cut-off /
Make sure that the wheel guard is