Makita GD0800C User manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL
WARNING:
For your personal safety, READ and UNDERSTAND before using.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
ENGLISH
Die Grinder
MODEL GD0800C
MODEL GD0810C
005331
DOUBLE
INSULATION

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SPECIFICATIONS
• Due to our continuing programme of research and development, the specifications herein are subject to change
without notice.
• Note: Specifications may differ from country to country.
Symbols END202-2
The following show the symbols used for the tool. Be
sure that you understand their meaning before use.
...................Read instruction manual.
...................DOUBLE INSULATION
.....................Wear safety glasses.
..................Only for EU countries
Do not dispose of electric equipment
together with household waste mate-
rial!
In observance of European Directive
2002/96/EC on waste electric and
electronic equipment and its imple-
mentation in accordance with
national law, electric equipment that
have reached the end of their life
must be collected separately and
returned to an environmentally com-
patible recycling facility.
Intended use
The tool is intended for grinding ferrous materials or
deburring castings.
Power supply
The tool should be connected only to a power supply of
the same voltage as indicated on the nameplate, and
can only be operated on single-phase AC supply. They
are double-insulated in accordance with European
Standard and can, therefore, also be used from sockets
without earth wire.
For European countries only
Noise and Vibration
The typical A-weighted sound pressure level is 78 dB (A).
The noise level under working may exceed 85 dB (A).
– Wear ear protection. –
The typical weighted root mean square acceleration
value is not more than 2.5 m/s2.
EC-DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
We declare under our sole responsibility that this product
is in compliance with the following standards of stand-
ardized documents, HD400, EN50144, EN55014,
EN61000 in accordance with Council Directives, 73/23/
EEC, 89/336/EEC, 98/37/EC.
Yasuhiko Kanzaki CE 2003
Director
MAKITA INTERNATIONAL EUROPE LTD.
Michigan Drive, Tongwell, Milton Keynes, Bucks MK15
8JD, ENGLAND
Model GD0800C GD0810C
Collet size 8 mm max. 8 mm max.
Max. wheel point diameter 25 mm 50 mm
No load speed (min-1)7,000 - 28,000 1,800 - 7,000
Overall length 371 mm 371 mm
Net weight 1.6 kg 1.7 kg
Safety class /II

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ENA001-2
WARNING:
When using electric tools, basic safety precautions, including the following,
should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and
personal injury. Read all these instructions before operating this product
and save these instructions.
For safe operations:
1. Keep work area clean.
Cluttered areas and benches invite injuries.
2. Consider work area environment.
Do not expose power tools to rain. Do not use
power tools in damp or wet locations. Keep work
area well lit. Do not use power tools where there is
risk to cause fire or explosion.
3. Guard against electric shock.
Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded sur-
faces (e.g. pipes, radiators, ranges, refrigerators).
4. Keep children away.
Do not let visitors touch the tool or extension cord.
All visitors should be kept away from work area.
5. Store idle tools.
When not in use, tools should be stored in a dry,
high or locked up place, out of reach of children.
6. Do not force the tool.
It will do the job better and safer at the rate for which
it was intended.
7. Use the right tool.
Do not force small tools or attachments to do the job
of a heavy duty tool. Do not use tools for purposes
not intended; for example, do not use circular saws
to cut tree limbs or logs.
8. Dress properly.
Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery, they can be
caught in moving parts. Rubber gloves and non-skid
footwear are recommended when working outdoors.
Wear protecting hair covering to contain long hair.
9. Use safety glasses and hearing protection.
Also use face or dust mask if the cutting operation is
dusty.
10. Connect dust extraction equipment.
If devices are provided for the connection of dust
extraction and collection facilities ensure these are
connected and properly used.
11. Do not abuse the cord.
Never carry the tool by the cord or yank it to discon-
nect it from the socket. Keep the cord away from
heat, oil and sharp edges.
12. Secure work.
Use clamps or a vice to hold the work. It is safer
than using your hand and it frees both hands to
operate the tool.
13. Do not overreach.
Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
14. Maintain tools with care.
Keep cutting tools sharp and clean for better and
safer performance. Follow instructions for lubrica-
tion and changing accessories. Inspect tool cord
periodically and if damaged have it repaired by an
authorized service facility. Inspect extension cords
periodically and replace, if damaged. Keep handles
dry, clean and free from oil and grease.
15. Disconnect tools.
When not in use, before servicing and when chang-
ing accessories such as blades, bits and cutters.
16. Remove adjusting keys and wrenches.
Form the habit of checking to see that keys and
adjusting wrenches are removed from the tool
before turning it on.
17. Avoid unintentional starting.
Do not carry a plugged-in tool with a finger on the
switch. Ensure switch is off when plugging in.
18. Use outdoor extension leads.
When tool is used outdoors, use only extension
cords intended for outdoor use.
19. Stay alert.
Watch what you are doing. Use common sense. Do
not operate tool when you are tired.
20. Check damaged parts.
Before further use of the tool, a guard or other part
that is damaged should be carefully checked to
determine that it will operate properly and perform
its intended function. Check for alignment of moving
parts, free running of moving parts, breakage of
parts, mounting and any other conditions that may
affect its operation. A guard or other part that is
damaged should be properly repaired or replaced
by an authorized service center unless otherwise
indicated in this instruction manual. Have defective
switches replaced by an authorized service facility.
Do not use the tool if the switch does not turn it on
and off.
21. Warning.
The use of any accessory or attachment, other than
those recommended in this instruction manual or
the catalog, may present a risk of personal injury.
22. Have your tool repaired by a qualified person.
This electric tool is in accordance with the relevant
safety requirements. Repairs should only be carried
out by qualified persons using original spare parts,
otherwise this may result in considerable danger to
the user.

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ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES ENB044-3
1. Always use eye and ear protection. Other per-
sonal protective equipment such as dust mask,
gloves, helmet and apron should be worn.
2. Use only wheels with correct size and wheels
having a maximum operating speed at least as
high as the highest No Load Speed marked on
the tool’s nameplate.
3. Check the wheel carefully for cracks or damage
before operation. Replace cracked or damaged
wheel immediately.
4. Observe the instructions of the manufacturer for
correct mounting and use of wheels. Handle and
store wheels with care.
5. Before using the tool on an actual workpiece,
test run the tool at the highest no load speed for
at least 30 seconds in a safe position. Stop
immediately if there is any vibration or wobbling
that could indicate poor installation or a poorly
balanced wheel. Check the tool to determine the
cause.
6. Check that the workpiece is properly supported.
7. Hold tool by insulated gripping surfaces when
performing an operation where the cutting tool
may contact hidden wiring or its own cord. Con-
tact with a “live” wire will make exposed metal
parts of the tool “live” and shock the operator.
8. Make sure the wheel is not contacting the work-
piece before the switch is turned on.
9. Watch out for flying sparks. Hold the tool so that
sparks fly away from you and other persons or
flammable materials.
10. Pay attention that the wheel continues to rotate
after the tool is switched off.
11. Hold the tool firmly.
12. Keep hands away from rotating parts.
13. Do not leave the tool running. Operate the tool
only when hand-held.
14. Do not touch the workpiece immediately after
operation; it may be extremely hot and could
burn your skin.
15. Always be sure you have a firm footing. Be sure
no one is below when using the tool in high
locations.
16. Do not use the tool on any materials containing
asbestos.
17. Do not use water or grinding lubricant.
18. Do not use this tool as cutter.
19. Ensure that ventilation openings are kept clear
when working in dusty conditions. If it should
become necessary to clear dust, first discon-
nect the tool from the mains supply (use non
metallic objects) and avoid damaging internal
parts.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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FUNCTIONAL
DESCRIPTION CAUTION:
•Always be sure that the tool is switched off and unplugged before
adjusting or checking function on the tool.
Switch action
CAUTION:
•Before plugging in the tool, always check to see that the slide switch
actuates properly and returns to the “OFF”position when the rear of the
slide switch is depressed.
To start the tool, slide the slide switch toward the “I (ON)”position. For continu-
ous operation, press the front of the slide switch to lock it.
To stop the tool, press the rear of the slide switch, then slide it toward the “O
(OFF)”position.
Speed adjusting dial
The tool speed can be changed 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.
And lower speed is obtained when it is turned in the direction of number 1.
Refer to the table for the relationship between the number settings on the dial
and the approximate tool speed.
C00149
CAUTION:
•If the tool is operated continuously at low speeds for a long time, the
motor will get overloaded, resulting in tool malfunction.
•The speed adjusting dial can be turned only as far as 5 and back to 1. Do
not force it past 5 or 1, or the speed adjusting function may no longer
work.
1. Slide switch
1
003488
1. Speed adjusting dial
2
1
001046
GD0800C GD0810C
Number min-1(RPM) min-1(RPM)
1-2 7,000 - 10,000 1,800 - 2,400
2-3 10,00 - 17,000 2,400 -4,100
3-4 17,000 - 24,000 4,100 - 5,800
4-5 24,000 - 28,000 5,800 - 7,000

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ASSEMBLY CAUTION:
•Always be sure that the tool is switched off and unplugged before
carrying out any work on the tool.
Installing the side handle (optional accessory)
Install the side handle on the tool barrel, then tighten the handle by turning
clockwise at the desired position.
Installing or removing wheel point
Loosen the collet nut and insert the wheel point into the collet nut. Use the
smaller wrench to hold the spindle and the larger one to tighten the collet nut
securely.
The wheel point should not be mounted more than 8 mm from the collet nut.
Exceeding this distance could cause vibration or a broken shaft.
To remove the wheel point, follow the installation procedure in reverse.
CAUTION:
•Use the correct size collet cone for the wheel point which you intend to
use.
OPERATION
Turn the tool on without the wheel point making any contact with the workpiece
and wait until the wheel point attains full speed. Then apply the wheel point to
the workpiece gently. To obtain a good finish, move the tool in the leftward
direction slowly.
CAUTION:
•Apply light pressure on the tool. Excessive pressure on the tool will only
cause a poor finish and overloading of the motor.
1. Side handle
1
003491
1. Wrench 19
2. Wrench 13
3. Collet nut
12
3
003493
8mm(5/16,,)Max.
003495
005332

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MAINTENANCE CAUTION:
•Always be sure that the tool is switched off and unplugged before
attempting to perform inspection or maintenance.
To maintain product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs, carbon brush inspec-
tion and replacement, any other maintenance or adjustment should be per-
formed by Makita Authorized Service Centers, always using Makita
replacement parts.
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.
•Wheel points
•Collet cone set (3 mm, 6 mm, 1/4”, 1/8”)
•Vise holder
•Wrench 13
•Wrench 19
•Side handle set

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