MAKITA DBO180 Cordless Random Orbit Sander User Manual

MAKITA DBO180 Cordless Random Orbit Sander User Manual

SPECIFICATIONS

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 serious injury.

Save all warnings and instructions 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. dark areas invite accidents.
2. Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases, or dust. Power tools create sparks that 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.
4. 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. Unmodified plugs and matching outlets will reduce the risk of electric shock.
5. Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces such as pipes, radiators, ranges, and refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is earthed or grounded.
6. Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of electric shock.
7. Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for carrying, pulling, or unplugging the power tool. Keep the cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges, or moving parts. Damaged or entangled cords increase the risk of electric shock.
8. When operating a power tool outdoors, use an extension cord suitable for outdoor use. The use of a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock.
9. If operating a power tool in a damp location is unavoidable, use a ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) protected supply. The use of a GFCI reduces the risk of electric shock.

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 influence of drugs, alcohol, or medication. 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 dust masks, non-skid safety shoes, hard hats, or hearing protection used for appropriate conditions will reduce personal injuries. 1
3. Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is in the off-position before connecting to a power source and/or battery pack, picking up or carrying the tool. Carrying power tools with your finger on the switch or energizing 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 jewelry. Keep your hair, clothing, and gloves 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. The use of dust collection can reduce dust-related hazards.

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 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 the battery pack from the power tool before making any adjustments, 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 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. Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage 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 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.

Battery tool use and care

1. Recharge only with the charger specified by the manufacturer. A charger that is suitable for one type of battery pack may create a risk of fire when used with another battery pack.
2. Use power tools only with specifically designated battery packs. Use of any other battery packs may create a risk of injury and fire.
3. When the 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. Shorting the battery terminals together may cause burns or a fire.
4. Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected from the battery; avoid contact. If contact accidentally occurs, flush with water. If liquid contacts the eyes, seek medical help. Liquid ejected from the battery may cause irritation or burns. Service
5. Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair person using only identical replacement parts. This will ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained.
6. Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories.
7. Keep handles dry, clean, and free from oil and grease.

Symbols
The following shows the symbols used for the tool.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

1. Before using the battery cartridge, read all instructions and cautionary markings on (1) the battery charger, (2) the battery, and (3) the product using the battery.
2. Do not disassemble the battery cartridge.
3. If operating time has become excessively shorter, stop operating immediately. It may result in a risk of overheating, possible burns, and even an explosion.
4. If electrolyte gets into your eyes, rinse them out with clear water and seek medical attention right away. It may result in loss of eyesight.
5. Do not short the battery cartridge:
   • Do not touch the terminals with any conductive material.
   • Avoid storing the battery cartridges in a container with other metal objects such as nails, coins, etc.
   • Do not expose battery cartridges to water or rain. A battery short can cause a large current flow, overheating, possible burns, and even a breakdown.
6. Do not store the tool and battery cartridge in locations where the temperature may reach or exceed 50 잧 C (122 잧 F).
7. Do not incinerate the battery cartridge even if it is severely damaged or completely worn out. The battery cartridge can explode in a fire.
8. Be careful not to drop or strike the battery.
9. Do not use a damaged battery.

Tips for maintaining maximum battery life

1. Charge the battery cartridge before completely discharged. Always stop tool operation and charge the battery cartridge when you notice less tool power.
2. Never recharge a fully charged battery cartridge. Overcharging shortens the battery service life.
3. Charge the battery cartridge at room temperature at 10 잧 C – 40 잧 C (50 잧 F – 104 잧 F). Let a hot battery cartridge cool down before charging it.
4. Charge the battery cartridge once every six months if you do not use it for a long period of time.

FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION

CAUTION:
Always be sure that the tool is switched off and the battery cartridge is removed before adjusting or checking the function of the tool.

Installing or removing the battery cartridge

CAUTION:

• Always switch off the tool before installing or removing of the battery cartridge.
• Hold the tool and the battery cartridge firmly when installing or removing the battery cartridge. Failure to hold the tool and the battery cartridge firmly may cause them to slip off your hands and result in damage to the tool and battery cartridge and a personal injury.

To remove the battery cartridge, slide it from the tool while sliding the button on the front of the cartridge. To install the battery cartridge, align the tongue on the battery cartridge with the groove in the housing and slip it into place. Insert it all the way until it locks in place with a little click. If you can see the red indicator on the upper side of the button, it is not locked completely.

Battery protection system (Lithium-ion battery with star marking)

Lithium-ion batteries with a star marking are equipped with a protection system. This system automatically cuts off power to the tool to extend battery life. The tool will automatically stop during operation if the tool and/or battery are placed under one of the following conditions:

Overloaded:
The tool is operated in a manner that causes it to draw an abnormally high current. In this situation, stop the application that caused the tool to become overloaded. Then press the start/speed adjusting button again to restart. If the tool does not start, the battery is overheated. In this situation, let the battery cool before pressing the start/speed adjusting button.

Low battery voltage:
The remaining battery capacity is too low and the tool will not operate. In this situation, remove and recharge the battery.

Switch action and speed adjusting button

To start the tool, press the start/speed adjusting button. The tool starts with high speed mode. Each time you press the start/speed adjusting button, the speed mode changes in an order of hi speed, middle speed, and low speed. To stop the tool, press the stop button. Refer to the table for the relationship between the speed mode and the kind of work.

ASSEMBLY

Installing abrasive disc 

012875 To install the abrasive disc, first remove all dirt or foreign matter from the pad. Then attach the abrasive disc to the pad. Be careful to align the holes in the abrasive disc with those in the pad.

Installing dust bag (optional accessory)

Install the dust bag on the tool with its mouth directing downwards.

Emptying dust bag 

When the dust bag is about half full, switch off the tool, and 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 filter bag (Optional accessory)

Make sure that the logo on the cardboard lip and the logo on the dust box is on the same side, then install the paper filter bag by fitting the cardboard lip in the groove of each holding tab.

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.

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 box.

Removing and reinstalling the skirt 

CAUTION:
Do not use the tool without the skirt. Otherwise, dust is scattered all over.

You can choose one of the 12 directions of the skirt in accordance with your purpose.

To remove the skirt, remove the screw and remove the skirt with slightly opening it for both sides

To reinstall the skirt, install it with slightly opening it for both sides. And fasten the screw.

CAUTION
Do not set the skirt other than the designated angle. Otherwise, the tool may be damaged.

OPERATION

Sanding operation

CAUTION:

• 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 shorten tool life.
• Using the tool with the pad edge contacting the workpiece 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 workpiece surface. Keep the pad flush with the workpiece and apply slight pressure on the tool.

Polishing operation (optional) 

• Use only a Makita genuine sponge pad, felt pad, or wool pad (optional accessories).]
• Always operate the tool at a low speed to prevent work surfaces from heating abnormally.
• Never force the tool. Excessive pressure may decrease the polishing efficiency and cause motor overload, resulting in tool malfunction.

Applying wax

Use an optional sponge pad. Apply wax to the sponge pad or work surface. Run the tool at a low speed to smooth out the wax.

NOTE:

• First, wax a not conspicuous portion of the work surface to make sure that the tool will not scratch the surface or result in uneven waxing.
• The tool starts with high-speed mode. Be careful when you start the tool. The wax may be spattered. It is recommended that you spread wax with the tool stopped before starting up the tool. Change the speed mode to low immediately after you start the tool.
• Always run the tool at a low speed. Running it at high speed may cause the wax to spatter.

Removing wax

Use an optional felt pad. Run the tool at a low speed to remove the wax.

Polishing

MAINTENANCE

CAUTION:

• Always be sure that the tool is switched off and the battery cartridge is removed before attempting to perform inspection or maintenance.
• Never use gasoline, benzene, thinner, alcohol, or the like. Discoloration, deformation, or cracks may result. To maintain product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs, carbon brush inspection, replacement, and any other maintenance or adjustment should be performed by Makita Authorized Service Centers, always using Makita replacement parts.

OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES

If you need any assistance with 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
• Makita genuine battery and charger
• Dust box
• Paper filter bag
• Dust bag

NOTE:
Some items in the list may be included in the tool package as standard accessories. They may differ from country to country.

MAKITA LIMITED ONE YEAR WARRANTY
Warranty Policy Every Makita tool is thoroughly inspected and tested before leaving the factory. It is warranted to be free of defects from workmanship and materials for the period of ONE YEAR from the date of original purchase. Should any trouble develop during this one-year period, return the COMPLETE tool, freight prepaid, to one of Makita’s Factory or Authorized Service Centers. If inspection shows the trouble is caused by defective workmanship or material, Makita will repair (or at our option, replace) without charge. This Warranty does not apply where:

• repairs have been made or attempted by others:
• repairs are required because of normal wear and tear:
• the tool has been abused, misused, or improperly maintained: alterations have been made to the tool

REFERENCE LINK

https://www.makita.com.au/building-construction/category/sanders-polishers/dbo180z-18v-mobile-random-orbital-sander