Makita GA011G Betriebsanleitung Seite 13

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
switch lever actuates properly and returns to the
"OFF" position when released.
CAUTION:
For your safety, this tool is
equipped with lock-off lever which prevents the
tool from unintended starting. NEVER use the tool
if it runs when you simply pull the switch lever
without pulling the lock-off lever. Return the tool
to our authorized service center for proper repairs
BEFORE further usage.
CAUTION:
Do not pull the switch lever hard
without pulling the lock-off lever. This can cause
switch breakage.
CAUTION:
NEVER tape down or defeat pur-
pose and function of lock-off lever.
► Fig.4: 1. Lock-off lever 2. Switch lever
To prevent the switch lever from being accidentally
pulled, a lock-off lever is provided.
To start the tool, pull the lock-off lever toward the opera-
tor and then pull the switch lever.
To stop the tool, release the switch lever.
Accidental re-start preventive function
When installing the battery cartridge while pulling the
switch lever, the tool does not start.
To start the tool, first release the switch lever. Then pull
the lock-off lever, and pull the switch lever.
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.
Electric brake
Only for model GA011G / GA012G / GA013G
Electric brake is activated after the tool is switched off.
The brake does not work when the power supply is shut
down, such as the battery is removed accidentally, with
the switch still on.
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:
securely locked by the lock lever with one of the
holes on the wheel guard.
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
1. While pushing the lock lever, mount the wheel
guard with the protrusions on the wheel guard aligned
with the notches on the bearing box.
► Fig.6: 1. Lock lever 2. Notch 3. Protrusion
2. While pushing the lock lever toward A, push in the
wheel guard by holding down the portions B as shown
in the figure.
► Fig.7: 1. Wheel guard 2. Hole
NOTE: Push down the wheel guard straight.
Otherwise, you cannot push the wheel guard
completely.
3. While keeping the lock lever and wheel guard
position as described in step 2, rotate the wheel guard
toward C, and then, change the angle of the wheel
guard according to the work.
► Fig.8: 1. Wheel guard 2. Hole
NOTE: Push the wheel guard completely. Otherwise,
you cannot rotate the wheel guard.
To remove wheel guard, follow the installation proce-
dure in reverse.
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When using a depressed center
Make sure that the wheel guard is
When using an abrasive cut-off