Speed Adjusting Dial - Makita DBS180Z Betriebsanleitung

Replacing arm
6 mm (1/4") and 13 mm (1/2") width belts can be
installed with the optional arms that are designed for
the corresponding belt widths. Loosen the screw that
secures the arm and replace the standard-equipped
arm with the optional arm, then tighten the screw firmly.
► Fig.4: 1. Screw 2. Arm
Switch action
For your safety, this tool is
WARNING:
equipped with the lock-off switch which prevents
the tool from unintended starting. NEVER use
the tool if it runs when you simply pull the switch
trigger without releasing the lock-off switch.
Return the tool to our authorized service center
for proper repairs BEFORE further usage.
Before installing the battery car-
CAUTION:
tridge into the tool, always check to see that the
switch trigger actuates properly and returns to
the "OFF" position when released. Operating a tool
with a switch that does not actuate properly can lead
to loss of control and serious personal injury.
NOTICE:
Do not pull the switch trigger hard with-
out releasing the lock-off switch. This can cause
switch breakage.
The lock-off switch cannot be released
NOTICE:
while the arm is being pivoted beyond 90°.
To prevent the switch trigger from being accidentally
pulled, a lock-off switch is provided. Depress the switch
lever ( ) from the A side to unlock the switch trigger,
and ( ) from the B side to lock in.
► Fig.5: 1. Lock-off switch
To start the tool, pull the switch trigger. Release the
switch trigger to stop.
For continuous operation, pull the switch trigger and
then push in the lock button. To stop the tool from the
locked switch position, pull the switch trigger fully, and
then release it.
► Fig.6: 1. Lock-on button 2. Switch trigger
Lighting up the front lamp
CAUTION:
Do not look in the light or see the
source of light directly.
The lighting direction can be adjusted at three levels
through an angle of 60°. Pull the switch trigger to turn
on the lamp. To turn off, release it. The lamp goes out
approximately 10 seconds after releasing the switch
trigger.
► Fig.7: 1. Lamp
NOTE: When the tool is overheated, the light flashes
for one minute. In this case, cool down the tool before
operating again.
NOTE: Use a dry cloth to wipe the dirt off the lens of
the lamp. Be careful not to scratch the lens of lamp, or
it may lower the illumination.

Speed adjusting dial

The belt speed can be adjusted between 600 m and
1,700 m per minute (1,970 - 5,600 ft/min) by turning the
speed adjusting dial to a given number setting from 1
to 5.
Higher speed is obtained when the dial is turned in the
direction of number 5; lower speed is obtained when it
is turned in the direction of number 1. Select the proper
speed for the workpiece to be sanded.
The speed adjusting dial can only
CAUTION:
be turned between the numbers indicated on the
dial. Do not apply an excessive force to turn the
dial outside that range, or the speed adjustment
may not function.
► Fig.8: 1. Speed adjusting dial
ASSEMBLY
CAUTION:
Always be sure that the tool is
switched off and the battery cartridge is removed
before carrying out any work on the tool.
Removing and installing abrasive
belt
Pull the cam lever back to release the tension in the
belt, and remove the belt.
To install the belt, place one side of the belt over the
rear pulley in first, hook the other side over the front pul-
ley, and then set the cam lever to the original position.
► Fig.9: 1. Cam lever 2. Abrasive belt 3. Rear pulley
4. Front pulley
Adjusting belt tracking
Make sure that the belt is aligned with the arm properly
on a trial run at low speed.
Use the thumb screw to center the belt tracking. Turn
the screw clockwise to incline the arm to the right when
looking down at the tool with its arm pointed forward,
and in counterclockwise to the left.
► Fig.10: 1. Arm 2. Thumb screw
Installing side grip
CAUTION:
Securely tighten the thumb screw
before operation.
Avoid exerting a strong external
CAUTION:
force on the side grip, otherwise the grip base
becomes loosely attached and the tool may fall
off causing damage or personal injury in the fol-
lowing conditions:
• Apply a full impact on the side grip during
operation
• Handle the tool carelessly only with one hand on
the side grip
• Carry the tool only with one hand on the side
grip
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