SPECIFICATIONS Model: GA027G GA028G GA029G GA030G GA031G GA032G Wheel diameter 100 mm 115 mm 125 mm 100mm 115 mm 125 mm (4″) (4-1/2″) (5″) (4″) (4-1/2″) (5″) Max. wheel thickness 6.4 mm 7.2 mm 6.4 mm 7.2 mm Spindle thread M14 or 5/8″...
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Work mode: surface grinding with normal side grip Model Vibration emission (a ) : (m/s ) Uncertainty (K) : (m/s GA027G GA028G GA029G GA030G GA031G GA032G Work mode: surface grinding with anti vibration side grip Model Vibration emission (a ) : (m/s ) Uncertainty (K) : (m/s...
WARNING: The vibration emission during actual use of the power tool can differ from the declared value(s) depending on the ways in which the tool is used especially what kind of workpiece is processed. WARNING: Be sure to identify safety measures to protect the operator that are based on an estimation of exposure in the actual conditions of use (taking account of all parts of the operating cycle such as the times when the tool is switched off and when it is running idle in addition to the trigger time).
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Battery tool use and care Recharge only with the charger specified by the manufacturer. A charger that is suitable for one type of battery pack may create a risk of fire when used with another battery pack. Use power tools only with specifically desig- nated battery packs.
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The rated speed of the accessory must be at Kickback and Related Warnings least equal to the maximum speed marked on Kickback is a sudden reaction to a pinched or snagged the power tool. Accessories running faster than rotating wheel, backing pad, brush or any other acces- their rated speed can break and fly apart.
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Always use undamaged wheel flanges that are Additional Safety Warnings: of correct size and shape for your selected When using depressed centre grinding wheels, wheel. Proper wheel flanges support the wheel be sure to use only fiberglass-reinforced thus reducing the possibility of wheel breakage. wheels.
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It will Avoid storing battery cartridge in a con- also void the Makita warranty for the Makita tool and tainer with other metal objects such as charger. nails, coins, etc.
If not, 26. Do not insert any devices other than Makita it may accidentally fall out of the tool, causing injury to wireless unit into the slot on the tool.
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Overheat protection Indicating the remaining battery capacity When the tool/battery is overheated, the tool stops automatically. Let the tool cool down before turning the tool on again. Press the check button on the battery cartridge to indi- cate the remaining battery capacity. The indicator lamps Overdischarge protection light up for a few seconds.
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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.
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While pushing the lock lever toward A, push in the wheel Installing or removing wheel guard guard by holding down the portions B as shown in the figure. WARNING: When using a depressed center 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.
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Installing or removing flex wheel NOTE: Push the wheel guard completely. Otherwise, you cannot rotate the wheel guard. Optional accessory To remove wheel guard, follow the installation proce- dure in reverse. WARNING: Always use supplied guard when flex wheel is on tool. Wheel can shatter during use Installing or removing depressed and guard helps to reduce chances of personal injury.
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Otherwise a lock nut wrench is required to loosen it. Insert one pin of the Mount inner flange, abrasive wheel and Ezynut onto the wrench into a hole and turn Ezynut counterclockwise. spindle so that Makita Logo on Ezynut faces outside. 14 ENGLISH...
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When installing the diamond wheel: Installing abrasive cut-off / diamond wheel Optional accessory WARNING: When using an abrasive cut-off / 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.
Installing wire cup brush Connecting a vacuum cleaner Optional accessory Optional accessory CAUTION: WARNING: Do not use brush that is damaged, Never vacuum metal particles cre- or which is out of balance. Use of damaged brush ated by grinding/cutting/sanding operation. Metal could increase potential for injury from contact with particles created by such operation are so hot that they broken brush wires.
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Usage example: operation with abrasive cut-off Grinding and sanding operation wheel Usage example: operation with diamond wheel Turn the tool on and then apply the wheel or disc to the workpiece. In general, keep the edge of the wheel or disc at an angle of about 15°...
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Tool registration for the vacuum cleaner Operation with wire wheel brush Starting the wireless activation function Optional accessory Installing the wireless unit CAUTION: Check operation of wire wheel brush Optional accessory by running tool with no load, insuring that no one is in front of or in line with the wire wheel brush.
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Tool registration for the vacuum cleaner NOTE: A Makita vacuum cleaner supporting the wireless activation function is required for the tool registration. NOTE: Finish installing the wireless unit to the tool before starting the tool registration.
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Push the wireless activation button on the tool NOTE: The wireless activation lamps finish blinking briefly. The wireless activation lamp will blink in blue. in green after 20 seconds elapsed. Press the wireless activation button on the tool while the wireless acti- vation lamp on the cleaner is blinking.
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Description of the wireless activation lamp status ► 1. Wireless activation lamp The wireless activation lamp shows the status of the wireless activation function. Refer to the table below for the meaning of the lamp status. Status Wireless activation lamp Description Color Duration...
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If the cancellation is performed successfully, the wire- Cancelling tool registration for the less activation lamps will light up in red for 2 seconds vacuum cleaner and start blinking in blue. NOTE: The wireless activation lamps finish blinking in Perform the following procedure when cancelling the red after 20 seconds elapsed.
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Before asking for repairs, conduct your own inspection first. If you find a problem that is not explained in the manual, do not attempt to dismantle the tool. Instead, ask Makita Authorized Service Centers, always using Makita replace- ment parts for repairs.
To maintain product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs, any other maintenance or adjustment should be per- formed by Makita Authorized Service Centers, always using Makita replacement parts. Air vent cleaning The tool and its air vents have to be kept clean.
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. •...