Makita PO5000C User manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Random Orbit Polisher
PO5000C
PO6000C
ENGLISH: Original instructions
DOUBLE INSULATION
Read before use.

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SPECIFICATIONS
Model: PO5000C PO6000C
Pad diameter 125 mm 150 mm
Orbits per minute 0 - 6,800 min-1
Overall length 451 mm
Net weight 2.8 - 3.0 kg
Safety class /II
without notice.
• The weight may differ depending on the attachment(s). The lightest and heaviest combination, according to
EPTA-Procedure 01/2014, are shown in the table.
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 col-
lected separately and returned to an envi-
ronmentally compatible recycling facility.
Intended use
The tool is intended for polishing.
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:
Model PO5000C
Sound pressure level (LpA) : 81 dB(A)
Sound power level (LWA) : 92 dB (A)
Uncertainty (K) : 3 dB(A)
Model PO6000C
Sound pressure level (LpA) : 83 dB(A)
Sound power level (LWA) : 94 dB (A)
Uncertainty (K) : 3 dB(A)
WARNING: Wear ear protection.
Vibration
The vibration total value (tri-axial vector sum) deter-
mined according to EN62841:
Model PO5000C
Work mode: polishing
Vibration emission (ah, P) : 6.5 m/s2
Uncertainty (K) : 1.5 m/s2
Model PO6000C
Work mode: polishing
Vibration emission (ah, P) : 7.0 m/s2
Uncertainty (K) : 1.5 m/s2
NOTE: The declared vibration emission value has
been measured in accordance with the standard test
method and may be used for comparing one tool with
another.
NOTE: The declared vibration emission value
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
emission value depending on the ways in which the
tool is used.
WARNING: Be sure to identify safety measures
to protect the operator that are based on an estima-
tion 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.
SAFETY WARNINGS
General power tool safety warnings
WARNING:
Read all safety warnings, instruc-
power tool. Failure to follow all instructions listed below

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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. -
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.
modify the plug in any way. Do not use any
adapter plugs with earthed (grounded) power
tools.
reduce risk of electric shock.
2.
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.
carrying, pulling or unplugging the power tool.
Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges
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
(RCD) protected supply. Use of an RCD reduces
the risk of electric shock.
7.
residual current of 30 mA or less is always
recommended.
8. Power tools can produce electromagnetic
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.
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
-
ication. A moment of inattention while operating
2.
wear eye protection. Protective equipment such
as a dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat or
hearing protection used for appropriate conditions
3.
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
that have the switch on invites accidents.
4.
turning the power tool on. A wrench or a key left
attached to a rotating part of the power tool may
5.
balance at all times. This enables better control
of the power tool in unexpected situations.
6. Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or
long hair can be caught in moving parts.
7.
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
9.
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
-
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
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.

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3. Disconnect the plug from the power source
-
ments, changing accessories, or storing power
tools. Such preventive safety measures reduce
the risk of starting the power tool accidentally.
4. 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.
5. Maintain power tools and accessories. Check
breakage of parts and any other condition that
may affect the power tool’s operation. If dam-
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, tak-
ing 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
The entangle-
ment of cloth work gloves in the moving parts may
1.
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.
Polisher safety warnings
1. This power tool is intended to function as a
polisher. Read all safety warnings, instruc-
with this power tool. Failure to follow all instruc-
2. Operations such as grinding, wire brushing
or cutting-off are not recommended to be
performed with this power tool. Operations for
which the power tool was not designed may create
3. -
cally designed and recommended by the tool
manufacturer. Just because the accessory can
be attached to your power tool, it does not assure
safe operation.
4. The rated speed of the accessory must be at
least equal to the maximum speed marked on
the power tool. Accessories running faster than
5. The outside diameter and the thickness of your
accessory must be within the capacity rating
of your power tool. Incorrectly sized accessories
cannot be adequately guarded or controlled.
6.
Threaded mounting of accessories must match
the spindle thread. For accessories mounted
Accessories that do not match the mounting
hardware of the power tool will run out of balance,
vibrate excessively and may cause loss of control.
7.
Do not use a damaged accessory. Before each
use inspect the accessory such as backing pad
for cracks, tear or excess wear. If power tool or
accessory is dropped, inspect for damage or
install an undamaged accessory. After inspecting
and installing an accessory, position yourself and
bystanders away from the plane of the rotating
accessory and run the power tool at maximum
no-load speed for one minute. Damaged accesso-
ries will normally break apart during this test time.
8.
on application, use face shield, safety goggles or
safety glasses. As appropriate, wear dust mask,
fragments. The eye protection must be capable of
particles generated by your operation. Prolonged expo-
sure to high intensity noise may cause hearing loss.
9.
Keep bystanders a safe distance away from work
area. Anyone entering the work area must wear per-
Fragments of workpiece
beyond immediate area of operation.
10. Position the cord clear of the spinning acces-
sory. If you lose control, the cord may be cut or
snagged and your hand or arm may be pulled into
the spinning accessory.
11. -
sory has come to a complete stop. The spinning
accessory may grab the surface and pull the
power tool out of your control.
12. Do not run the power tool while carrying it at
your side. Accidental contact with the spinning
accessory could snag your clothing, pulling the
accessory into your body.
13. The
motor’s fan will draw the dust inside the housing
and excessive accumulation of powdered metal
may cause electrical hazards.
14.
materials. Sparks could ignite these materials.
15. Do not use accessories that require liquid
coolants. Using water or other liquid coolants
may result in electrocution or shock.
Kickback and Related Warnings
Kickback is a sudden reaction to a pinched or snagged
rotating wheel, backing pad, brush or any other acces-
sory. Pinching or snagging causes rapid stalling of the
rotating accessory which in turn causes the uncon-
trolled power tool to be forced in the direction opposite
of the accessory’s rotation at the point of the binding.

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For example, if an abrasive wheel is snagged or
pinched by the workpiece, the edge of the wheel that is
entering into the pinch point can dig into the surface of
the material causing the wheel to climb out or kick out.
operator, depending on direction of the wheel’s move-
ment at the point of pinching. Abrasive wheels may also
break under these conditions.
Kickback is the result of power tool misuse and/or
incorrect operating procedures or conditions and can be
avoided by taking proper precautions as given below.
1.
position your body and arm to allow you to
resist kickback forces. Always use auxiliary
kickback or torque reaction during start-up.
The operator can control torque reactions or kick-
back forces, if proper precautions are taken.
2. -
sory. Accessory may kickback over your hand.
3. Do not position your body in the area where
Kickback will propel the tool in direction opposite
to the wheel’s movement at the point of snagging.
4. Use special care when working corners, sharp
accessory. Corners, sharp edges or bouncing
have a tendency to snag the rotating accessory
and cause loss of control or kickback.
5.
or toothed saw blade. Such blades create fre-
quent kickback and loss of control.
1. Do not allow any loose portion of the polish-
ing bonnet or its attachment strings to spin
freely. Tuck away or trim any loose attach-
ment strings. Loose and spinning attachment
workpiece.
Additional Safety Warnings
1.
only when hand-held.
2. Check that the workpiece is properly
supported.
3. If working place is extremely hot and humid,
short-circuit breaker (30 mA) to assure opera-
tor safety.
4. Do not use the tool on any materials contain-
ing asbestos.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
WARNING: DO NOT let comfort or familiarity
with product (gained from repeated use) replace
product. MISUSE or failure to follow the safety
rules stated in this instruction manual may cause
FUNCTIONAL
DESCRIPTION
CAUTION: Always be sure that the tool is
checking function on the tool.
Switch action
CAUTION:
Before plugging in the tool, always
check to see that the switch trigger actuates properly
and returns to the "OFF" position when released.
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2
1. Switch trigger 2. Lock button
To start the tool, simply pull the switch trigger. The
rotation speed will increase as you pull the trigger.
Release the switch trigger to stop. For continuous oper-
ation, pull the switch trigger, push in the lock button and
then release the switch trigger. To stop the tool from the
locked position, pull the trigger fully, then release it.
CAUTION: Switch can be locked in "ON" posi-
tion for ease of operator comfort during extended
use. Apply caution when locking tool in "ON"
CAUTION: Do not plug in the tool with the
lock-on switch engaged. The tool will be run
breakage.
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The rotating speed can be changed by turning the
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.
Number Orbits per min. Pad rotating
speed per minute
in random orbit
with forced rota-
tion mode
11,600 180
22,500 290
33,700 430
45,300 610
56,800 780
NOTICE: If the tool is operated continuously
at low speeds for a long time, the motor will get
NOTICE:
only as far as 5 and back to 1. Do not force it past
longer work.
Electronic function
The tools equipped with electronic function are easy to
operate because of the following features.
Constant speed control
kept constant even under the loaded condition.
Soft start feature
Soft start because of suppressed starting shock.
Selecting the action mode
Turn the change knob to alter the rotation mode.
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1. Change knob
NOTICE: Always turn the knob fully. If the knob
is in the middle position, you can not turn on the
tool.
NOTICE: You can not change the action mode
when the tool is switched on.
Random orbit with forced rotation
mode
Random orbit with forced rotation mode is orbital action
with forced rotation of the pad for rough polishing such
as surface treatment.
Rotate the change knob counterclockwise for random
orbit with forced rotation mode.
Random orbit mode
Random orbit mode is orbital action with free rotation of
Rotate the change knob clockwise for random orbit
mode.
ASSEMBLY
CAUTION: Always be sure that the tool is
switched off and unplugged before carrying out
any work on the tool.

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Installing the backing pad
1
2
1. Backing pad 2. Hex wrench
Put the backing pad on the shaft then turn the bolt
clockwise with a hex wrench.
CAUTION: Make sure that the backing pad is
secured properly. Loose attachment will run out of
balance and cause a excessive vibration which may
cause loss of control.
Installing side grip
Optional accessory
1
2
1. Cap 2. Side grip
Remove the cap and screw the side grip on the tool
securely.
The side grip can be installed on either side of the tool.
Optional accessory
CAUTION: Only use hook-and-loop system
pads for polishing.
1
1. Pad
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ter from the hook-and-loop system of the pad and the
backing pad. Attach the pad to the backing pad so that
their edges are aligned.
from its edge.
CAUTION: Make sure that the pad and
backing pad are aligned and securely attached.
Otherwise the pad will cause a excessive vibration
which may cause loss of control or the pad may be
thrown out from the tool.
OPERATION
CAUTION: Only use Makita genuine pads for
polishing.
CAUTION: Make sure the work material is
CAUTION:
on the switch handle and the other hand on the
front grip (or side handle) when performing the
tool.
CAUTION: Do not run the tool at high load
It may result in tool
CAUTION: Be careful not to touch the rotating
part.
NOTICE: Excessive pressure
pad, or shorten tool life.
NOTICE: Continuous operation at high speed
may damage work surface.

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Polishing operation
1. Surface treatment (Random orbit with forced
rotation mode)
2. Applying wax (Random orbit mode)
Use a sponge pad. Apply wax to the sponge pad or
work surface. Run the tool at low speed to smooth out
wax.
CAUTION:
polishing agent. It will generate more dust and may
cause eye or respiratory diseases.
NOTE: First, perform a test waxing on an inconspic-
uous portion of the work surface. Make sure that the
tool will not scratch the surface or result in uneven
waxing before.
3. Removing wax (Random orbit mode)
Use another sponge pad. Run the tool to remove wax.
4. Polishing (Random orbit mode)
Apply a felt 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.
NOTICE:
alcohol or the like. Discoloration, deformation or
cracks may result.
1
1. Dust cover
Regularly clean the dust covers on the inhalation vents
for smooth air circulation. Remove the dust covers and
clean the mesh.
To maintain product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs,
carbon brush inspection and replacement, any other
Makita Authorized or Factory Service Centers, always
using Makita replacement parts.
OPTIONAL
ACCESSORIES
CAUTION: These accessories or attachments
are recommended for use with your Makita tool
The use of any other
accessories or attachments might present a risk of
for its stated purpose.
If you need any assistance for more details regard-
ing these accessories, ask your local Makita Service
Center.
• Side grip
• Backing pad
• Wool pad
• Sponge pad
• Felt pad
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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M a k i t a E u r o p e N . V .
M a k i t a C o r p o r a t i o n
3-11-8, Sumiyoshi-cho,
Anjo, Aichi 446-8502 Japa
n
Jan-Baptist Vinkstraat 2,
3070 Kortenberg, Belgium
885503A229
EN
20170413
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