BO5030 - Sander MAKITA - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL BO5030 MAKITA

ENGLISH (Original instructions)

Explanation of general view

2 Speed adjusting dial

8 Front fixing cardboard

9 Front side of paper dust bag

Safety class /II /II

• Due to our continuing program of research and devel-

opment, the specifications herein are subject to change

• Specifications may differ from country to country.

• Weight according to EPTA-Procedure 01/2003

The tool is intended for the sanding of large surface of

wood, plastics and metal materials as well as painted

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. GEA010-1 General Power Tool Safety Warnings

WARNING Read all safety warnings and all

instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and

instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or

Save all warnings and instructions for future refer-

ence. GEB021-4 SANDER SAFETY WARNINGS

1. Always use safety glasses or goggles. Ordinary

eye or sun glasses are NOT safety glasses.

2. Hold the tool firmly.

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 working dust inha-

lation and skin contact. Follow material supplier

7. Use of this tool to sand some products, paints

and wood could expose user to dust containing

hazardous substances. Use appropriate respira-

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.

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 instruc-

tion 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

Switch action (Fig. 1)

• Before plugging in the tool, always be sure that the tool

To start the tool, press the “I (ON)” side of the switch. To

stop, press the “O (OFF)” side of the switch.

Speed adjusting dial (Fig. 2 & 3)

The tool speed can be infinitely adjusted between 4,000

and 12,000 orbit per minute by turning the speed adjust-

ing dial. Higher speed is obtained when the dial is turned

in the direction of number 5; lower speed is obtained

when it is turned in the direction of number 1.

Refer to the figure for the relationship between the num-

ber settings on the adjusting dial and the kind of work.

A range: For polishing

B range: For finish sanding

C range: For regular sanding

• Fig. 3 shows standard applications. They may differ

under certain conditions.5

• Always be sure that the tool is switched off and

unplugged before carrying out any work on the tool.

Installing or removing abrasive disc (Fig. 4)

To install the abrasive disc, first remove all dirt or foreign

matter from the pad. Then peel off the backing paper

from the abrasive disc and attach the abrasive disc to the

pad. Be careful to align the holes in the abrasive disc with

• If you peel off the abrasive disc from the pad, its adhe-

sion will become poor. Never attempt to stick it onto the

pad for further use.

Installing dust bag (Fig. 5)

Install the dust bag on the tool so that the Makita logo on

the dust bag will be upright (not upside down).

Emptying dust bag (Fig. 6 & 7)

When the dust bag is about half full, switch off and

unplug the tool. Remove the dust bag from the tool. Then

remove the dust nozzle from the dust bag after unlocking

the dust nozzle by turning it slightly counterclockwise.

Empty the dust bag by tapping it lightly.

After emptying the dust bag, install the dust nozzle on the

dust bag. Turn the dust nozzle slightly clockwise to lock it

in place. Then install the dust bag on the tool as

described in “Installing dust bag”.

Installing paper dust bag

Place the paper dust bag on the paper dust bag holder

with its front side upward. Insert the front fixing card-

board of the paper dust bag into the groove of the paper

dust bag holder. (Fig. 8)

Then press the upper part of the front fixing cardboard in

arrow direction to hook it onto the claws. (Fig. 9)

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. (Fig. 10 & 11)

Installing paper filter bag

Make sure that the logo on the cardboard lip and the logo

on the dust box are on the same side, then install the

paper filter bag by fitting the cardboard lip in the groove

of each holding tab. (Fig. 12)

Make sure that the logo on the cardboard lip and the logo

on the dust nozzle are on the same side, then install the

dust nozzle on the dust box. (Fig. 13)

Removing dust box and paper filter bag

Remove the dust nozzle by pushing the two latches.

Remove the paper filter bag first by pinching the logo

side of its cardboard lip, then by pulling the cardboard lip

downwards to move it out of the holding tab of the dust

OPERATION Sanding operation (Fig. 16)

• 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 efficiency, damage the abrasive disc or

• Using the tool with the pad edge contacting the work-

piece may damage the pad.

Hold the tool firmly. Turn the tool on and wait until it

attains full speed. Then gently place the tool on the work-

piece surface. Keep the pad flush with the workpiece and

apply slight pressure on the tool.

• The sanding pad rotates clockwise during the loaded

operation, but it may rotate counterclockwise during the

MAINTENANCE CAUTION:

• Always be sure that the tool is switched off and

unplugged before attempting to perform inspection or

To maintain product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs,

carbon brush inspection and replacement, any other

maintenance or adjustment should be performed by Mak-

ita Authorized Service Centers, always using Makita

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.

The typical A-weighted noise level determined according

Sound pressure level (L

The noise level under working may exceed 80 dB (A).

Sound pressure level (L

Uncertainty (K): 3 dB (A)

The noise level under working may exceed 80 dB (A).

Wear ear protection.

The vibration total value (tri-axial vector sum) determined

according to EN60745:

Work mode: sanding metal plate

Vibration emission (a

Work mode: sanding metal plate

Vibration emission (a

• The declared vibration emission value has been mea-

sured in accordance with the standard test method and

may be used for comparing one tool with another.

• The declared vibration emission value may also be

used in a preliminary assessment of exposure.

• 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.

• Be sure to identify safety measures to protect the oper-

ator 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

For European countries only

EC Declaration of Conformity

We Makita Corporation as the responsible

manufacturer declare that the following Makita

Designation of Machine:

Model No./ Type: BO5030, BO5031

are of series production and

Conforms to the following European Directives:

98/37/EC until 28th December 2009 and then with

2006/42/EC from 29th December 2009

And are manufactured in accordance with the following

standards or standardised documents:

The technical documentation is kept by our authorised

representative in Europe who is:

Makita International Europe Ltd.

Michigan Drive, Tongwell,

Michigan Drive, Tongwell,

Vibrationsemission (a

Vibrationsemission (a

Michigan Drive, Tongwell,

Michigan Drive, Tongwell,

Michigan Drive, Tongwell,

Michigan Drive, Tongwell,

Michigan Drive, Tongwell,

Michigan Drive, Tongwell,

Michigan Drive, Tongwell,