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Random Orbit Sander MODEL BO6030 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. BO6030 150 mm (6”) 4,000 - 10,000 8,000 - 20,000 309 mm (12-1/8”) 2.3 kg (5.1 lbs)
5. Avoid body contact with grounded sur- faces such as pipes, radiators, ranges and refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is grounded. 6. Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of electric shock.
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 003732 1. Lock button 2. Switch trigger 003733 1. Speed adjusting dial 003734 10000 4000 Dial setting 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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ASSEMBLY 003738 1. Notches 2. Front grip 3. Hole in front grip 4. Screwdriver 003739 1. Abrasive disc NOTE: • The figure shows standard applications. They may differ under certain conditions. CAUTION: • If the tool is operated continuously at low speeds for a long time, the motor will get overloaded, resulting in tool malfunction.
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3. Dust bag 4. Push button Changing pad Makita offers an extensive range of optional super soft and atandard equipped soft pads. Remove the screw counter- clockwise from the center of the base with a hex wrench. After changing the pad, tighten the screw clockwise securely.
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003737 003742 1. Groove 2. Front fixing cardboard 3. Front side of paper dust bag 003743 1. Claws 2. Upper part After emptying the dust bag, insert the hook on the dust noz- zle into the rectangular hole on one side of the dust bag frame and push up the dust bag frame until it clicks into place on the push button.
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 damage/burning.
To maintain product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs, car- bon brush inspection and replacement, any other mainte- nance or adjustment should be performed by Makita Authorized or Factory Service Centers, always using Makita replacement parts.
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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.