Maintenance - Makita BO6040 Betriebsanleitung

Polishing
Use / Material
Applying wax
Removing wax
Polishing
The above information is intended only as a guide. In each case, the most appropriate sanding disc grain should be
determined by preliminary trials.
The tool equipped with electronic function is easy to operate because of the following features.
• Constant speed control
Electronic speed control for obtaining constant speed.
Possible to get fine finish, because the rotating speed is kept constant even under load condition.
• Soft start feature
Safety and soft start because of suppressed starting shock.
Dust collection (optional accessory)
(Fig. 8 & 9)
If a Makita hose is used, you can connect the cuff to the
dust outlet directly. If other hose with an inner diameter of
24 mm, attach the joint between the dust outlet and the
cuff.
Sanding operation (Fig. 10)
CAUTION:
• Never switch on the tool when it is in contact with the
workpiece, it may cause an injury to operator.
• Never run the tool without the abrasive disc. You may
seriously damage the pad.
• Never force the tool. Excessive pressure may decrease
the sanding efficiency, damage the abrasive disc or
shorten tool life.
Turn the tool on and wait until it attains full speed. Then
gently place the tool on the workpiece surface. Keep the
pad flush with the workpiece and apply slight pressure on
the tool.
Polishing operation
CAUTION:
• Use only a Makita genuine sponge pad, felt pad or wool
pad (optional accessories).
• Always operate the tool at low speed to prevent work
surfaces from heating abnormally.
• Never force the tool. Excessive pressure may decrease
the polishing efficiency and cause motor overload,
resulting in tool malfunction.
1. Applying wax (Fig. 11)
Use an optional sponge pad. Apply wax to the
sponge pad or work surface. Run the tool to smooth
out the wax.
NOTE:
First, wax a less conspicuous portion of the work
surface to make sure that the tool will not scratch the
surface or result in uneven waxing.
2. Removing wax (Fig. 12)
Use an optional felt pad. Run the tool to remove
wax.
3. Polishing (Fig. 13)
Use an optional wool pad. Run the tool and apply
the wool pad gently to the work surface.
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Mode selection
Roto-orbit
Roto-orbit
Roto-orbit

MAINTENANCE

CAUTION:
Always be sure that the tool is switched off and
unplugged before carrying out any work on the tool.
To maintain product safety and reliability, repairs, mainte-
nance or adjustment should be carried out by a Makita
Authorized Service Center.
ACCESSORIES
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.
If you need any assistance for more details regarding
these accessories, ask your local Makita service center.
• Hook-and-loop system abrasive disc
(with pre-punched holes)
Grit
Use
• Hook-and-loop system sponge pad
• Hook-and-loop system felt pad
• Hook-and-loop system wool pad
• Sanding cloth 150 – #100, #200, #800 for fine sanding
• Pad 150 (Super Soft, Soft, Hard)
• Side grip
• Joint
• Hex wrench
Speed
control
setting
2 – 4 Sponge pad
4 – 5 Felt pad
4 – 5 Wool pad
40 60 80 120
Coarse Medium
Pad
180 240 400
Fine