Makita XOP02T User manual

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SPECIFICATIONS
Model: XOP02
Applicable battery cartridge and charger
WARNING:Only use the battery cartridges and chargers listed above.
SAFETY WARNINGS
General power tool safety warnings
WARNING:Read all safety warnings, instruc-
tions, illustrations and specications provided
with this power tool.
Save all warnings and instruc-
tions for future reference.
Work area safety
Keep work area clean and well lit.
Do not operate power tools in explosive atmo-
spheres, such as in the presence of ammable
liquids, gases or dust.
Keep children and bystanders away while
operating a power tool.
Electrical Safety
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.
Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded
surfaces, such as pipes, radiators, ranges and
refrigerators.
Do not expose power tools to rain or wet con-
ditions.
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.
When operating a power tool outdoors, use an
extension cord suitable for outdoor use.
If operating a power tool in a damp location is
unavoidable, use a ground fault circuit inter-
rupter (GFCI) protected supply.
Power tools can produce electromagnetic
elds (EMF) that are not harmful to the user.

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Personal Safety
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 inuence of drugs, alcohol or med-
ication.
Use personal protective equipment. Always
wear eye protection.
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.
Remove any adjusting key or wrench before
turning the power tool on.
Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and
balance at all times.
Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or
jewellery. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves
away from moving parts.
If devices are provided for the connection of
dust extraction and collection facilities, ensure
these are connected and properly used.
Do not let familiarity gained from frequent use
of tools allow you to become complacent and
ignore tool safety principles.
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.
It is an employer's responsibility to enforce the
use of appropriate safety protective equipment
by the tool operators and by other persons in
the immediate working area.
Power tool use and care
Do not force the power tool. Use the correct
power tool for your application.
Do not use the power tool if the switch does
not turn it on and off.
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.
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.
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.
Keep cutting tools sharp and clean.
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.
Keep handles and grasping surfaces dry, clean
and free from oil and grease.
When using the tool, do not wear cloth work
gloves which may be entangled.
Battery tool use and care
Recharge only with the charger specied by
the manufacturer.
Use power tools only with specically desig-
nated battery packs.
When battery pack is not in use, keep it away
from other metal objects, like paper clips,
coins, keys, nails, screws or other small metal
objects, that can make a connection from one
terminal to another.
Under abusive conditions, liquid may be
ejected from the battery; avoid contact. If con-
tact accidentally occurs, ush with water. If
liquid contacts eyes, additionally seek medical
help.
Do not use a battery pack or tool that is dam-
aged or modied.
Do not expose a battery pack or tool to re or
excessive temperature.
Follow all charging instructions and do not
charge the battery pack or tool outside the
temperature range specied in the instruc-
tions.
Service
Have your power tool serviced by a qualied
repair person using only identical replacement
parts.
Never service damaged battery packs.

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Follow instruction for lubricating and chang-
ing accessories.
Do not modify or attempt to repair the appli-
ance or the battery pack except as indicated in
the instructions for use and care.
Cordless random orbit polisher
safety warnings
Do not leave the tool running. Operate the tool
only when hand-held.
Check that the workpiece is properly supported.
Do not use the tool on any materials contain-
ing asbestos.
Do not touch the bolt on the backing pad
immediately after operation.
Make sure that there is no crack or breakage
on the pad before use. If you drop the tool,
check that there is no breakage and run the
tool for approximately 1 minute at the maxi-
mum speed at no load to check that there is no
abnormality with the tool.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
WARNING:DO NOT let comfort or familiarity
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.
Symbols
Important safety instructions for
battery cartridge
Before using battery cartridge, read all instruc-
tions and cautionary markings on (1) battery
charger, (2) battery, and (3) product using
battery.
Do not disassemble battery cartridge.
If operating time has become excessively
shorter, stop operating immediately. It may
result in a risk of overheating, possible burns
and even an explosion.
If electrolyte gets into your eyes, rinse them
out with clear water and seek medical atten-
tion right away. It may result in loss of your
eyesight.
Do not short the battery cartridge:
Do not touch the terminals with any con-
ductive material.
Avoid storing battery cartridge in a con-
tainer with other metal objects such as
nails, coins, etc.
Do not expose battery cartridge to water
or rain.
A battery short can cause a large current
ow, overheating, possible burns and even a
breakdown.
Do not store the tool and battery cartridge in
locations where the temperature may reach or
exceed 50 °C (122 °F).
Do not incinerate the battery cartridge even if
it is severely damaged or is completely worn
out. The battery cartridge can explode in a re.
Be careful not to drop or strike battery.
Do not use a damaged battery.
The contained lithium-ion batteries are subject
to the Dangerous Goods Legislation require-
ments.
Follow your local regulations relating to dis-
posal of battery.
Use the batteries only with the products
specied by Makita.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
CAUTION:Only use genuine Makita batteries.
Tips for maintaining maximum
battery life
Charge the battery cartridge before completely
discharged. Always stop tool operation and
charge the battery cartridge when you notice
less tool power.
Never recharge a fully charged battery car-
tridge. Overcharging shortens the battery
service life.
Charge the battery cartridge with room tem-
perature at 10 °C - 40 °C (50 °F - 104 °F). Let
a hot battery cartridge cool down before
charging it.
Charge the battery cartridge if you do not use
it for a long period (more than six months).

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FUNCTIONAL
DESCRIPTION
CAUTION:Always be sure that the tool is
switched off and the battery cartridge is removed
before adjusting or checking function on the tool.
Installing or removing battery
cartridge
CAUTION:Always switch off the tool before
installing or removing of the battery cartridge.
CAUTION:Hold the tool and the battery car-
tridge rmly when installing or removing battery
cartridge.
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1.2.3.
CAUTION:Always install the battery cartridge
fully until the red indicator cannot be seen.
CAUTION:Do not install the battery cartridge
forcibly.
Indicating the remaining battery
capacity
Only for battery cartridges with the indicator
1.2.
Indicator lamps Remaining
capacity
Lighted Off Blinking
NOTE:
Tool / battery protection system
Overload protection

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Overheat protection
Overdischarge protection
Switch action
CAUTION:Before installing the battery car-
tridge into the tool, always check to see that the
switch trigger actuates properly and returns to
the "OFF" position when released.
CAUTION:Switch can be locked in "ON" posi-
tion for ease of operator comfort during extended
use. Apply caution when locking tool in "ON"
position and maintain rm grasp on tool.
CAUTION:Do not install the battery cartridge
with the lock button engaged.
CAUTION:When not operating the tool,
depress the trigger-lock button from side to
lock the switch trigger in the OFF position.
1.
1.2.3.
Speed adjusting dial
1.
Normal mode
Number Orbits per min. Pad rotating speed per
minute in random orbit with
forced rotation mode
Finishing mode
Number Orbits per min. Pad rotating speed per
minute in random orbit with
forced rotation mode
NOTICE:If the tool is operated continuously
at low speeds for a long time, the motor will get
overloaded, resulting in tool malfunction.
NOTICE: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.

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Selecting the action mode
1.
NOTICE:
Always turn the knob fully. If the knob is
in the middle position, you cannot turn on the tool.
NOTICE:You cannot change the action mode
when the tool is switched on.
Random orbit with forced rotation mode
1.
Random orbit mode
1.
Finishing mode
1.2.
NOTE:
Accidental restart preventive
function
Electronic function
Constant speed control
Soft start feature

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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.
Installing the backing pad
1.2.3.
CAUTION:Make sure that the backing pad is
secured properly.
Installing side grip
Optional accessory
CAUTION:
Tighten the caps or side grip rmly.
1.2.
Installing or removing pad
Optional accessory
CAUTION:Only use hook-and-loop system
pads for polishing.
1.

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CAUTION:Make sure that the pad and
backing pad are aligned and securely attached.
OPERATION
CAUTION:Only use Makita genuine pads for
polishing (optional accessories).
CAUTION:Make sure the work material is
secured and stable. Falling object may cause
personal injury.
CAUTION:Hold the tool rmly with one hand
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
over an extended time period.
CAUTION:Be careful not to touch the rotating
part.
CAUTION:Before operating the tool, make
sure that the side grip or caps are not loose.
NOTICE:Never force the tool.
NOTICE:Continuous operation at high speed
may damage work surface.
Polishing operation
1.
2.
CAUTION:Do not apply excessive wax or
polishing agent.
NOTE:
3.
4.
MAINTENANCE
CAUTION:Always be sure that the tool is
switched off and the battery cartridge is removed
before attempting to perform inspection or
maintenance.
NOTICE:Never use gasoline, benzine, thinner,
alcohol or the like. Discoloration, deformation or
cracks may result.
Cleaning dust covers
1.

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OPTIONAL
ACCESSORIES
CAUTION:These accessories or attachments
are recommended for use with your Makita tool
specied in this manual.
NOTE:
power tools
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