Makita BO6030 User manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Random Orbit Sander
BO6030
ENGLISH: Original instructions
DOUBLE INSULATION
Read before use.

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SPECIFICATIONS
Model BO6030
Pad diameter 150 mm
Abrasive disc diameter 150 mm
Orbits per minute (min-1)4,000 - 10,000
Sanding stroke rate (min-1)8,000 - 20,000
Overall length 309 mm
Net weight 2.4 kg
Safety class /II
• Duetoourcontinuingprogramofresearchanddevelopment,thespecicationshereinaresubjecttochange
without notice.
• Specicationsmaydifferfromcountrytocountry.
• Weight according to EPTA-Procedure 01/2014
Symbols
The following show the symbols used for the equip-
ment. Be sure that you understand their meaning before
use.
Read instruction manual.
DOUBLE INSULATION
Only for EU countries
Do not dispose of electric equipment
together with household waste material!
In observance of the European Directive,
on Waste Electric and Electronic
Equipment and its implementation in
accordance with national law, electric
equipment that have reached the end of
their life must be collected separately and
returned to an environmentally compatible
recycling facility.
Intended use
The tool is intended for the sanding of large surface of
wood, plastic and metal materials as well as painted
surfaces.
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 and can, therefore, also be used
from sockets without earth wire.
Noise
The typical A-weighted noise level determined accord-
ing to EN62841:
Sound pressure level (LpA) : 77 dB (A)
Uncertainty (K) : 3 dB (A)
The noise level under working may exceed 80 dB (A).
NOTE: The declared noise emission value(s) has
been measured in accordance with a standard test
method and may be used for comparing one tool with
another.
NOTE: The declared noise emission value(s)
may also be used in a preliminary assessment of
exposure.
WARNING: Wear ear protection.
WARNING: The noise emission during actual
use of the power tool can differ from the declared
value(s) depending on the ways in which the
tool is used especially what kind of workpiece is
processed.
WARNING: Be sure to identify safety mea-
sures to protect the operator that are based on an
estimation of exposure in the actual conditions of
use (taking account of all parts of the operating
cycle such as the times when the tool is switched
off and when it is running idle in addition to the
trigger time).
Vibration
The vibration total value (tri-axial vector sum) deter-
mined according to EN62841:
Work mode : sanding metal plate
Vibration emission (ah) : 4.0 m/s2
Uncertainty (K) : 1.5 m/s2
NOTE: The declared vibration total value(s) has been
measured in accordance with a standard test method
and may be used for comparing one tool with another.
NOTE: The declared vibration total value(s) may also
be used in a preliminary assessment of exposure.
WARNING: The vibration emission during
actual use of the power tool can differ from the
declared value(s) depending on the ways in which
the tool is used especially what kind of workpiece
is processed.
WARNING: Be sure to identify safety mea-
sures to protect the operator that are based on an
estimation of exposure in the actual conditions of
use (taking account of all parts of the operating
cycle such as the times when the tool is switched
off and when it is running idle in addition to the
trigger time).
EC Declaration of Conformity
For European countries only
The EC declaration of conformity is included as Annex A
to this instruction manual.

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General power tool safety warnings
WARNING: Read all safety warnings, instruc-
tions, illustrations and specications provided with this
power tool. Failure to follow all instructions listed below
mayresultinelectricshock,reand/orseriousinjury.
Save all warnings and instruc-
tions for future reference.
The term "power tool" in the warnings refers to your
mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated
(cordless) power tool.
Work area safety
1. Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or
dark areas invite accidents.
2. Do not operate power tools in explosive atmo-
spheres, such as in the presence of ammable
liquids, gases or dust. Power tools create sparks
which may ignite the dust or fumes.
3.
Keep children and bystanders away while operating
a power tool. Distractions can cause you to lose control.
Electrical safety
1.
Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never modify
the plug in any way. Do not use any adapter plugs
with earthed (grounded) power tools. Unmodiedplugs
and matching outlets will reduce risk of electric shock.
2. Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded
surfaces, such as pipes, radiators, ranges and
refrigerators. There is an increased risk of elec-
tric shock if your body is earthed or grounded.
3. Do not expose power tools to rain or wet con-
ditions. Water entering a power tool will increase
the risk of electric shock.
4.
Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for carrying,
pulling or unplugging the power tool. Keep cord away
from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts. Damaged
or entangled cords increase the risk of electric shock.
5. When operating a power tool outdoors, use an
extension cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of a cord
suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock.
6. If operating a power tool in a damp location
is unavoidable, use a residual current device
(RCD) protected supply. Use of an RCD reduces
the risk of electric shock.
7.
Use of power supply via an RCD with a rated residual
current of 30 mA or less is always recommended.
8. Power tools can produce electromagnetic elds
(EMF) that are not harmful to the user. However,
users of pacemakers and other similar medical
devices should contact the maker of their device and/
or doctor for advice before operating this power tool.
9. Do not touch the power plug with wet hands.
10. If the cord is damaged, have it replaced by the
manufacturer or his agent in order to avoid a
safety hazard.
Personal safety
1. Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use
common sense when operating a power tool.
Do not use a power tool while you are tired or
under the inuence of drugs, alcohol or med-
ication. A moment of inattention while operating
powertoolsmayresultinseriouspersonalinjury.
2.
Use personal protective equipment. Always wear eye
protection. Protective equipment such as a dust mask,
non-skid safety shoes, hard hat or hearing protection used
forappropriateconditionswillreducepersonalinjuries.
3. Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is in
the off-position before connecting to power source and/
or battery pack, picking up or carrying the tool. Carrying
powertoolswithyourngerontheswitchorenergising
power tools that have the switch on invites accidents.
4. Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning
the power tool on. A wrench or a key left attached to a
rotatingpartofthepowertoolmayresultinpersonalinjury.
5. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and
balance at all times. This enables better control
of the power tool in unexpected situations.
6. Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or
jewellery. Keep your hair and clothing away
from moving parts.Looseclothes,jewelleryor
long hair can be caught in moving parts.
7. If devices are provided for the connection of
dust extraction and collection facilities, ensure
these are connected and properly used. Use of
dust collection can reduce dust-related hazards.
8.
Do not let familiarity gained from frequent use
of tools allow you to become complacent and
ignore tool safety principles. A careless action can
causesevereinjurywithinafractionofasecond.
9. Always wear protective goggles to protect your eyes
from injury when using power tools.The goggles
must comply with ANSI Z87.1 in the USA, EN 166 in
Europe, or AS/NZS 1336 in Australia/New Zealand. In
Australia/New Zealand, it is legally required to wear
a face shield to protect your face, too.
It is an employer's responsibility to enforce
the use of appropriate safety protective equip-
ments by the tool operators and by other per-
sons in the immediate working area.
Power tool use and care
1.
Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power tool
for your application.Thecorrectpowertoolwilldothejob
better and safer at the rate for which it was designed.
2. Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn
it on and off. Any power tool that cannot be controlled
with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
3. Disconnect the plug from the power source
and/or remove the battery pack, if detachable,
from the power tool before making any adjust-
ments, changing accessories, or storing power
tools. Such preventive safety measures reduce
the risk of starting the power tool accidentally.

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4.
Store idle power tools out of the reach of children 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.
5. Maintain power tools and accessories. Check for
misalignment or binding of moving parts, break-
age of parts and any other condition that may
affect the power tool’s operation. If damaged, have
the power tool repaired before use. Many accidents
are caused by poorly maintained power tools.
6. Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly
maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges
are less likely to bind and are easier to control.
7.
Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc.
in accordance with these instructions, taking into
account the working conditions and the work to be
performed. Use of the power tool for operations different
from those intended could result in a hazardous situation.
8. Keep handles and grasping surfaces dry, clean
and free from oil and grease. Slippery handles and
grasping surfaces do not allow for safe handling and
control of the tool in unexpected situations.
9. When using the tool, do not wear cloth work
gloves which may be entangled. The entangle-
ment of cloth work gloves in the moving parts may
resultinpersonalinjury.
Service
1. Have your power tool serviced by a qualied
repair person using only identical replacement
parts. This will ensure that the safety of the power
tool is maintained.
2. Follow instruction for lubricating and chang-
ing accessories.
SANDER SAFETY WARNINGS
1. Always use safety glasses or goggles. Ordinary
eye or sun glasses are NOT safety glasses.
2. Hold the tool rmly.
3. Do not leave the tool running. Operate the tool
only when hand-held.
4. This tool has not been waterproofed, so do not
use water on the workpiece surface.
5. Ventilate your work area adequately when you
perform sanding operations.
6.
Some material contains chemicals which may be
toxic. Take caution to prevent dust inhalation and
skin contact. Follow material supplier safety data.
7. Use of this tool to sand some products, paints and
wood could expose user to dust containing hazardous
substances. Use appropriate respiratory protection.
8. Be sure that there are no cracks or breakage
on the pad before use. Cracks or breakage
may cause a personal injury.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
WARNING: DO NOT let comfort or famil-
iarity with product (gained from repeated
use) replace strict adherence to safety
rules for the subject product. MISUSE or
failure to follow the safety rules stated in
this instruction manual may cause serious
personal injury.
FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION
CAUTION:
• Always be sure that the tool is switched off and
unpluggedbeforeadjustingorcheckingfunction
on the tool.
Switch action
1
2
►1. Lock button 2. Switch trigger
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 start the tool, simply 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 position, pull the switch
trigger fully, then release it.
Speed adjusting dial
1
►1.Speedadjustingdial
The rotating 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 num-
ber settings on the dial and the approximate rotating
speed.

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Dial setting
Orbits per minute
4,000
10,000
A
B
C
1234 5
A range: For polishing
Brange:Fornishsanding
C range: For regular sanding
NOTE:
• Theabovegureshowsstandardapplications.
They may differ under certain conditions.
ASSEMBLY
CAUTION:
• Always be sure that the tool is switched off and
unplugged before carrying out any work on the
tool.
Front grip
43
2
1
►1. Notches 2. Front grip 3. Hole in front grip
4. Screwdriver
Installthefrontgriponthetoolsothatitsprotrusionst
into the matching notches in the front of the tool. Secure
the front grip using a screwdriver to tighten the screw
through the hole in the front grip.
Installing or removing abrasive disc
1
►1. Abrasive disc
CAUTION:
• Always use hook-and-loop system abrasive
discs. Never use pressure-sensitive abrasive
discs.
Toinstalltheabrasivedisc,rstremovealldirtorfor-
eign matter from the pad. Then attach the abrasive
disc to the pad, using the hook-and-loop system of the
abrasive disc and the pad. Be careful to align the holes
in the abrasive disc with those in the pad.
Toremovethediscfromthepad,justpullupfromits
edge.
Changing pad
1
2
3
►1. Hex wrench 2. Screw 3. Pad
Makita offers an extensive range of optional pads.
Remove the screw counterclockwise from the center
of the base with a hex wrench. After changing the pad,
tighten the screw clockwise securely.

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Installing dust bag
1
2
►1. Dust nozzle 2. Dust bag
Install the dust bag on the tool so that the arrow with
"UP" indicated on the dust nozzle points upward.
Emptying dust bag
1
2
►1. Dust nozzle 2. Push button
1
2
3
4
►1. Hook 2. Dust nozzle 3. Dust bag 4. Push button
When the dust bag is about half full, switch off and
unplug the tool. Hold the tool and remove the dust bag
from the dust nozzle while pressing the push button.
After emptying the dust bag, insert the hook on the dust
nozzle 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.
Installing paper dust bag (optional
accessory)
1
2
3
►1. Groove 2.Frontxingcardboard3. Front side of
paper dust bag
Place the paper dust bag on the paper dust bag holder
withitsfrontsideupward.Insertthefrontxingcard-
board of the paper dust bag into the groove of the paper
dust bag holder.
Thenpresstheupperpartofthefrontxingcardboard
in arrow direction to hook it onto the claws.
1
2
►1. Claws 2. Upper part
Insert the notch of the paper dust bag into the guide of
the paper dust bag holder. Then install the paper dust
bag holder set on the tool.

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1
2
►1. Notch 2. Guide
OPERATION
Sanding operation
CAUTION:
• Never switch on the tool when it is in contact
withtheworkpiece,itmaycauseaninjuryto
operator.
• Never run the tool without the abrasive disc. You
may seriously damage the pad.
• Never force the tool. Excessive pressure may
decreasethesandingefciency,damagethe
abrasive disc or shorten tool life.
Holdthetoolrmly.Turnthetoolonandwaituntilit
attains full speed. Then gently place the tool on the
workpiecesurface.Keepthepadushwiththework-
piece 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.
• Never force the tool. Excessive pressure may
decreasethepolishingefciencyandcause
motor overload, resulting in tool malfunction.
1. Applying wax
1
►1. Sponge pad
Use an optional sponge pad. Apply wax to the
sponge pad or work surface. Run the tool at low
speed to smooth out wax.
NOTE:
• First, wax a non critical portion of the work sur-
face to make sure that the tool will not scratch
the surface or result in uneven waxing.
2. Removing wax
1
►1. Felt pad
Use an optional felt pad. Run the tool at low speed
to remove wax.

3. Polishing
1
►1. Wool pad
Use an optional wool pad. Run the tool at low speed
and apply the wool pad gently to the work surface.
MAINTENANCE
CAUTION:
•
Always be sure that the tool is switched off and unplugged
before attempting to perform inspection or maintenance.
• Never use gasoline, benzine, thinner, alcohol or the
like. Discoloration, deformation or cracks may result.
To maintain product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs, carbon
brush inspection and replacement, any other maintenance or
adjustmentshouldbeperformedbyMakitaAuthorizedService
Centers, always using Makita replacement parts.
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
CAUTION:
•
These accessories or attachments are recom-
mendedforusewithyourMakitatoolspeciedinthis
manual. The use of any other accessories or attach-
ments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.
• Hook-and-loop type abrasive discs (with pre-punched holes)
• Hook-and-loop type sponge pad
• Hook-and-loop type felt pad
• Hook-and-loop type wool pad
• Sanding cloth
• Paper dust bag
• Paper dust bag holder
• Pad 150
NOTE:
• Some items in the list may be included in the
tool package as standard accessories. They
may differ from country to country.
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