Specific Safety Rules; Maintenance - Makita 9031 Betriebsanleitung

19. Store idle power tools out of the reach of chil-
dren and do not allow persons unfamiliar with
the power tool or these instructions to operate
the power tool. Power tools are dangerous in the
hands of untrained users.
20. Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment or
binding of moving parts, breakage of parts and
any other condition that may affect the power
tools operation. If damaged, have the power tool
repaired before use. Many accidents are caused by
poorly maintained power tools.
21. Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly
maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges
are less likely to bind and are easier to control.
22. Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits
etc. in accordance with these instructions and in
the manner intended for the particular type of
power tool, taking into account the working con-
ditions and the work to be performed. Use of the
power tool for operations different from those
intended could result in a hazardous situation.
Service
23. Have your power tool serviced by a qualified
repair person using only identical replacement
parts. This will ensure that the safety of the power
tool is maintained.
24. Follow instruction for lubricating and changing
accessories.
25. Keep handles dry, clean and free from oil and
grease.

SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES

DO NOT let comfort or familiarity with product
(gained from repeated use) replace strict adherence
to belt sander safety rules. If you use this tool
unsafely or incorrectly, you can suffer serious per-
sonal injury.
1. Hold power tools by insulated gripping surfaces
when performing an operation where the cutting
tool may contact hidden wiring or its own cord.
Contact with a "live" wire will make exposed metal
parts of the tool "live" and shock the operator.
2. Ventilate your work area adequately when you
perform sanding operations.
3. Some material contains chemicals which may be
toxic. Take caution to prevent working dust inha-
lation and skin contact. Follow material supplier
safety data.
4. Always use the correct dust mask/respirator for
the material and application you are working
with.
5. Always use safety glasses or goggles. Ordinary
eye or sun glasses are NOT safety glasses.
6. Hold the tool firmly with both hands.
7. Make sure the belt is not contacting the work8
piece before the switch is turned on.
8. Keep hands away from rotating parts.
9. Do not leave the tool running. Operate the tool
only when hand-held.
10. This tool has not been waterproofed, so do not
use water on the workpiece surface.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
WARNING:
MISUSE or failure to follow the safety rules stated in
this instruction manual may cause serious personal
injury.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Installing side grip (Fig. 1)
For your own safety, always use the side grip. Install it on
the grip holder. The side grip can be pivoted for easy
operation.
Installing or removing abrasive belt (Fig. 2 & 3)
Important:
Always be sure that the tool is switched off and
unplugged before installing or removing the belt.
Loop the belt over the front pulley. Hold the tool as shown
in Fig. 2 and press down on the front pulley so that you
can slip the other end over the rear pulley.
NOTE:
The arrow on the inside of the belt and that on the rear
pulley must be in the same direction.
Switching ON and OFF (Fig. 4)
CAUTION:
Before plugging in the tool, always check to see that the
switch trigger actuates properly and returns to the "OFF"
position when released.
To switch on, press the trigger. To switch off, release the
trigger.
Continuous running (Fig. 4)
Press the trigger and at the same time push the lock but-
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ton. To stop this lock position, press the trigger and
release it.
Speed adjusting dial (Fig. 5)
The belt running speed can be adjusted between 200 m/min.
and 1,000 m/min. by turning the adjusting dial. The dial is
marked 1 (lowest speed) to 6 (full speed).
Operation
Hold the tool firmly with both hands. Press the belt only
lightly on the workpiece. Excessive pressure may dam-
age the belt and shorten tool life.
Dust extraction (Fig. 6 & 7)
Open the nozzle cap. Connect a hose of vacuum cleaner/
dust collector to the nozzle.
NOTE:
Always close the nozzle cap when the vacuum cleaner/
dust collector is not connected to the nozzle.

MAINTENANCE

CAUTION:
Always be sure that the tool is switched off and
unplugged before carrying out any work on the tool.
Replacement of carbon brushes (Fig. 8 & 9)
Replace carbon brushes when they are worn down to the
limit mark. Both identical carbon brushes should be
replaced at the same time.
To maintain product safety and reliability, repairs, mainte-
nance or adjustment should be carried out by a Makita
Authorized Service Centre.
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