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Finishing Sander
MODEL BO4900V
DOUBLE
INSULATION
INSTR U CTION MANU AL
WARNING:
For your personal safety, READ and UNDERSTAND before using.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
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SPECIFICATIONS Model BO4900V Pad size 115 mm x 229 mm (4-1/2” x 9”) Abrasive paper size 115 mm x 280 mm (4-1/2” x 11”) Orbits per minute 4,000 - 10,000/min. Sanding stroke rate 8,000 - 20,000/min. Overall length 289 mm (11-3/8”) Net weight 2.8 kg (6.2 lbs) • Manufacturer reserves the right to change specifications without notice. Specifications may differ from country to country. GENERAL SAFETY RULES USA002-2 (For All Tools) WARNING: Read and understand all instructions. Failure to follow all
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change the plug in any way. Double insula- 13. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. Proper footing and tion eliminates the need for the three wire balance enables better control of the tool in grounded power cord and grounded power unexpected situations. supply system. 14. Use safety equipment. Always wear eye 5. Avoid body contact with grounded sur- protection. Dust mask, non-skid safety faces such as pipes, radiators, ranges and shoes, hard hat, or hearing protectio
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22. Use only accessories that are recom- tenance performed by unqualified personnel mended by the manufacturer for your could result in a risk of injury. model. Accessories that may be suitable for 24. When servicing a tool, use only identical one tool, may become hazardous when used replacement parts. Follow instructions in on another tool. the Maintenance section of this manual. Use of unauthorized parts or failure to follow SERVICE Maintenance instructions may create a risk of 23. Tool servic
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5. This tool has not been waterproofed, so 7. Use of this tool to sand some products, do not use water on the workpiece sur- paints and wood could expose user to face. dust containing hazardous substances. Use appropriate respiratory protection. 6. Ventilate your work area adequately when you perform sanding operations. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: MISUSE or failure to follow the safety rules stated in this instruction manual may cause serious personal injury. SYMBOLS USD205-1 The followings
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FUNCTIONAL CAUTION: DESCRIPTION • Always be sure that the tool is switched off and unplugged before adjusting or checking function on the tool. 001681 Switch action 1 CAUTION: 2 • Before plugging in the tool, always check to see that the switch trigger actuates properly and returns to the “OFF” position when released. To start the tool, simply pull the switch trigger. Release the 3 switch trigger to stop. For continuous operation, pull the 1. Speed adjusting dial switch trigger and then push in
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Installing or removing abrasive paper For conventional type of abrasive paper with pre- punched holes (standard equipment): 001682 Turn the clamp lever counterclockwise. Insert the paper end into the clamper, aligning the holes in the paper with those in the pad. Then return the clamp lever to the original position 1 to secure the paper. Repeat the same process for the other end of the tool, maintaining the proper paper tension. 2 3 1. Clamp lever 2. Conventional type of abrasive paper with pre
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Installing paper dust bag 001685 Place the paper dust bag on the paper dust bag holder with its front side upward. Insert the front fixing cardboard of the 2 paper dust bag into the groove of the paper dust bag holder. 1 3 1. Groove 2. Front fixing cardboard 3. Paper dust bag 001686 Then press the upper part of the front fixing card-board in 1 arrow direction to hook it onto the claws. 2 1. Claws 2. Upper part 001687 Insert the notch of the paper dust bag into the guide of the paper dust bag hol
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OPERATION CAUTION: • Never run the tool without the abrasive paper. You may seriously damage the pad. • Never force the tool. Excessive pressure may decrease the sanding efficiency, damage the abrasive paper and/ or shorten tool life. • The front grip is a screwed type one. Always be sure that the front grip is tightened securely before operation. 001689 Turn the tool on and wait until it attains full speed. Then gen- tly place the tool on the workpiece surface. Keep the base flush with the work
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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. • Abrasive paper (with pre-punched holes) • Abrasive paper (without pre-punched holes) • Abrasive paper (with pre
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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 13 Cut
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MAIL THIS PORTION Your answers to the following questions are appreciated. 1. This product was purchased from: 3. How did you learn about this product: Home Center Other ( ) Magazine Radio Hardware/Lumber Store From Dealer Exhibition Tool Distributor Newspaper From Friend Industrial Supply Store Display Previous Usage Construction Supply Catalog Other ( ) 2. Use of the product is intended for: 4. Most favored points are: Construction Trade Design Repair Se
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FACTORY SERVICE CENTERS 1-800-4-MAKITA RETAIN THIS PORTION FOR YOUR RECORDS ARIZONA FLORIDA MISSOURI PENNSYLVANIA 3707 E. Broadway Rd., Ste. 6 750 East Sample Road 9876 Watson Road 1704 Babcock Blvd. Phoenix, AZ 85040 Pompano Beach, FL 33064 St. Louis, MO 63126-2221 Pittsburgh, PA 15209 (602) 437-2850 (954) 781-6333 (314) 909-9889 (412) 822-7370 CALIFORNIA GEORGIA NEBRASKA PUERTO RICO 41850 Christy St. 4680 River Green Parkway NW 4129 S. 84th St. 200 Guayama St. Fremont, CA 94538-5107 Duluth,
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WARNING Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction activities contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some examples of these chemicals are: • lead from lead-based paints, • crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products, and • arsenic and chromium from chemically-treated lumber. Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on how often you do this type of
