Finishing Sander
MODEL BO4551
003274
DOUBLE
INSULATION
I N S T R U C T I O N M A N U A L
WARNING:
For your personal safety, READ and UNDERSTAND before using.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
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5. Avoid body contact with grounded sur-
faces such as pipes, radiators, ranges and
refrigerators. There is an increased risk of
electric shock if your body is grounded.
14. Use safety equipment. Always wear eye
protection. Dust mask, non-skid safety
shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection must
be used for appropriate conditions. Ordinary
eye or sun glasses are NOT eye protection.
6. Do not expose power tools to rain or wet
conditions. Water entering a power tool will
increase the risk of electric shock.
Tool Use and Care
15. Use clamps or other practical way to
secure and support the workpiece to a
stable platform. Holding the work by hand or
against your body is unstable and may lead
to loss of control.
7. Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord
to carry the tools or pull the plug from an
outlet. Keep cord away from heat, oil,
sharp edges or moving parts. Replace
damaged cords immediately. Damaged
cords increase the risk of electric shock.
16. Do not force tool. Use the correct tool for
your application. The correct tool will do the
job better and safer at the rate for which it is
designed.
8. When operating a power tool outside, use
an outdoor extension cord marked “W-A”
or “W”. These cords are rated for outdoor
use and reduce the risk of electric shock.
17. Do not use tool if switch does not turn it
on or off. Any tool that cannot be controlled
with the switch is dangerous and must be
repaired.
Personal Safety
9. Stay alert, watch what you are doing and
use common sense when operating a
power tool. Do not use tool while tired or
under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or
medication. A moment of inattention while
operating power tools may result in serious
personal injury.
18. Disconnect the plug from the power
source before making any adjustments,
changing accessories, or storing the tool.
Such preventive safety measures reduce the
risk of starting the tool accidentally.
19. Store idle tools out of reach of children
and other untrained persons. Tools are
dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
10. Dress properly. Do not wear loose cloth-
ing or jewelry. Contain long hair. Keep
your hair, clothing, and gloves away from
moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry, or long
hair can be caught in moving parts.
20. Maintain tools with care. Keep cutting
tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained
tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely
to bind and are easier to control.
11. Avoid accidental starting. Be sure switch
is off before plugging in. Carrying tools with
your finger on the switch or plugging in tools
that have the switch on invites accidents.
21. Check for misalignment or binding of
moving parts, breakage of parts, and any
other condition that may affect the tools
operation. If damaged, have the tool ser-
viced before using. Many accidents are
caused by poorly maintained tools.
12. Remove adjusting keys or wrenches
before turning the tool on. A wrench or a
key that is left attached to a rotating part of
the tool may result in personal injury.
22. Use only accessories that are recom-
mended by the manufacturer for your
model. Accessories that may be suitable for
one tool, may become hazardous when used
on another tool.
13. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing
and balance at all times. Proper footing and
balance enables better control of the tool in
unexpected situations.
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24. When servicing a tool, use only identical
replacement parts. Follow instructions in
the Maintenance section of this manual.
Use of unauthorized parts or failure to follow
Maintenance instructions may create a risk of
electric shock or injury.
SERVICE
23. Tool service must be performed only by
qualified repair personnel. Service or main-
tenance performed by unqualified personnel
could result in a risk of injury.
USE PROPER EXTENSION CORD: Make sure your extension cord is in good condition.
When using an extension cord, be sure to use one heavy enough to carry the current your
product will draw. An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of
power and overheating. Table 1 shows the correct size to use depending on cord length and
nameplate ampere rating. If in doubt, use the next heavier gage. The smaller the gage num-
ber, the heavier the cord.
Table 1: Minimum gage for cord
Volts
120 V
Total length of cord in feet
Ampere Rating
25 ft.
50 ft.
100 ft.
150 ft.
More Than
Not More Than
AWG
0
6
10
12
6
18
18
16
14
16
16
16
12
16
14
14
14
12
12
10
12
16
Not Recommended
SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES
USB040-4
DO NOT let comfort or familiarity with product (gained from
repeated use) replace strict adherence to sander safety rules. If
you use this tool unsafely or incorrectly, you can suffer serious
personal injury.
1. Hold tool by insulated gripping surfaces
when performing an operation where the
cutting tool may contact hidden wiring or
its own cord. Contact with a “live” wire
will make exposed metal parts of the tool
“live” and shock the operator.
4. Do not leave the tool running. Operate the
tool only when hand-held.
5. This tool has not been waterproofed, so
do not use water on the workpiece sur-
face.
6. Ventilate your work area adequately when
2. Always use safety glasses or goggles.
Ordinary eye or sun glasses are NOT
safety glasses.
you perform sanding operations.
7. Use of this tool to sand some products,
paints and wood could expose user to
dust containing hazardous substances.
Use appropriate respiratory protection.
3. Hold the tool firmly.
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SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING:
MISUSE or failure to follow the safety rules stated in this
instruction manual may cause serious personal injury.
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FUNCTIONAL
DESCRIPTION
CAUTION:
•
Always be sure that the tool is switched off and
unplugged before adjusting or checking function on the
tool.
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Switch action
CAUTION:
1
•
Before plugging in the tool, always check to see that the
tool is switched off.
•
Switch can be locked in “ON” position for ease of
operator comfort during extended use. Apply caution
when locking tool in “ON” position and maintain firm
grasp on tool.
1. Switch
To start the tool, press the “ON ( I )” side of the switch. To
stop the tool, press the “OFF (O)” side of the switch.
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 or removing abrasive paper
Remove all dirt or foreign matter from the pad. Attach the
paper to the pad, aligning the holes in the paper with those in
the pad.
1
2
1. Abrasive paper
2. Pad
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To remove the paper from the pad, just pull up from its edge.
CAUTION:
•
Always use hook-and-loop type of abrasive papers.
Never use pressure-sensitive abrasive paper.
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Dust bag
1
2
3
The use of the dust bag makes sanding operations clean and
dust collection easy. To attach the dust bag, fit the bag’s
entry port onto the dust spout on the tool. Make sure that the
hole in the bag’s entry port is just over the pimple-like protru-
sion on the dust spout.
4
5
For the best results, empty the dust bag when it becomes
approximately half full, tapping it lightly to remove as much
dust as possible.
1. Protrusion
2. Dust spout
3. Dust bag
4. Entry port
5. Hole
OPERATION
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Sanding operation
CAUTION:
•
Never run the tool without the abrasive paper. You may
seriously damage the pad.
•
Never force the tool. Excessive pressure may decrease
the sanding efficiency, damage the abrasive paper or
shorten tool life.
Hold the tool firmly. Turn the tool on and wait until it attains
full speed. Then gently place the tool on the workpiece sur-
face. Keep the pad flush with the workpiece and apply slight
pressure on the tool.
MAINTENANCE
CAUTION:
•
Always be sure that the tool is switched off and
unplugged before attempting to perform inspection or
maintenance.
To maintain product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs,
carbon brush inspection and replacement, any other mainte-
nance or adjustment should be performed by Makita Autho-
rized or Factory Service Centers, always using Makita
replacement parts.
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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.
•
Hook-and-loop type abrasive papers (with pre-punched
holes)
•
•
Dust bag
Adaptor (for connecting to vacuum cleaner)
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Stamp
Timbre
Makita Canada Inc.
1950 Forbes Street,
Whitby, Ontario
L1N 7B7
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1.This product was purchased from?
3. How did you first learn of Makita Power Tools?
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2. Use of the product is intended for?
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Date Purchased
Model No.
Serial No.
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Day
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Single
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Initial Last Name
Street Address
City
Province
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Factory Service Centres
Head Office:
1950 Forbes St., Whitby, Ontario, L1N 7B7
(905) 571 - 2200 1-800-263-3734
Regional Office:
11771 Hammersmith Way, Richmond
B.C. V7A 5H6
(604) 272 - 3104 1-800-663-0909
Regional Office:
(Montreal)
6389 boul, Couture, St. Leonard, Quebec
H1P 3J5
(514) 323 - 1223 1-800-361-7049
Dartmouth:
202 Brownlow Avenue
Dartmouth, N.S., B3B 1T5
(902) 468 - 7064 1-888-625-4821
Ville St. Laurent:
(Montreal)
1140 Rue Bégin, Ville St. Laurent, Quebec
H4R 1X1
(514) 745 - 5025 1-888-745-5025
Les Saules:
(Quebec)
1200 St. Jean Baptiste, Unit 106, Les Saules,
Quebec, G2E 5E8
(418) 871 - 5720 1-800-663-5757
Nepean:
(Ottawa)
203 Colonnade Road, Unit #6, Nepean,
Ontario K2E 7K3
(613) 224 - 5022 1-888-560-2214
Whitby:
1950 Forbes St., Whitby, Ontario, L1N 7B7
(905) 571 - 2200 1-800-263-3734
London:
317 Adelaide St. S., Unit 117, London,
Ontario, N5Z 3L3
(519) 686 - 3115 1-800-571-0899
Mississauga:
Calgary:
6350 Tomken Rd., Unit 8, Mississauga,
Ontario, L5T 1Y3
(905) 670 - 7255 1-800-221-9811
#8-6115 Fourth St. S.E., Calgary
Alberta, T2H 2H9
(403) 243 - 3995 1-800-267-0445
Edmonton:
Richmond:
Coquitlam:
Winnipeg:
Saskatoon:
11614-149 Street, Edmonton, Alberta,
T5M 3R3
(780) 455 - 6644 1-888-455-6644
11771 Hammersmith Way, Richmond, B.C.,
V7A 5H6
(604) 272 - 3104 1-800-663-0909
2131 Hartley Ave., #103
Coquitlam, B.C. V3K 2Z3
(604) 525 - 7434 1-800-266-7738
1670 St. James Street, Winnipeg, Manitoba,
R3H 0L3
(204) 694 - 0402 1-800-550-5073
206A-2750 Faithful Avenue Saskatoon,
Saskatchewan, S7K 6M6
(306) 931 - 0111 1-888-931-0111
For the authorized service centre nearest you please refer to the local yellow pages directory under “tools” or con-
tact our customer service department (Tel) 1-800-263-3734
CUSTOMER RECORD
When you need service...
DATE
• Explain the problem in a letter
PURCHASED:
• Enclose the letter with the tool
DEALER’S NAME
• Package carefully and send prepaid
& ADDRESS:
to the nearest Makita factory or
authorized service centre
MODEL NO.:
SERIAL NO.:
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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 Centres.
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 normal maintenance is required,
• repairs have been made or attempted by others,
• the tool has been abused, misused or improperly maintained,
• alterations have been made to the tool.
IN NO EVENT SHALL MAKITA BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES FROM
THE SALE OR USE OF THE PRODUCT. THIS DISCLAIMER APPLIES BOTH DURING AND AFTER THE TERM OF THIS
WARRANTY.
“The Makita Warranty is the only and the entire written warranty given by Makita for the Makita tools. No dealer or his agent
or employee is authorized to extend or enlarge upon this warranty by any verbal or written statement or advertisement.”
MAKITA DISCLAIMS LIABILITY FOR ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF
“MERCHANTABILITY” AND FITNESS FOR A SPECIFIC PURPOSE,” AFTER THE ONE YEAR TERM OF THIS WARRANTY.
“This Warranty gives you specific rights. The provisions contained in this warranty are not intended to limit, modify, take away
from, disclaim or exclude any warranties set forth in any provincial legislation. To the extent required by law, the provisions in
any provincial or federal legislation with respect to warranties take precedence over the provisions in this warranty.”
Makita Corporation of America
2650 Buford Hwy., Buford, GA 30518
883873-232
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