Makita 1002BA Instruction Manual

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5For tool without lock button and lock-off buttonTo start the tool, simply pull the switch trigger. Releasethe switch trigger to stop.For tool with lock buttonTo start the tool, simply pull the switch trigger. Releasethe switch trigger to stop.For continuous operation, pull the switch trigger and thenpush in the lock button.To stop the tool from the locked position, pull the switchtrigger fully, then release it.For tool with lock-off buttonTo prevent the switch trigger from being accidentallypulled, a lock-off button is provided.To start the tool, depress the lock-off button and pull theswitch trigger. Release the switch trigger to stop.ASSEMBLYCAUTION:• Always be sure that the tool is switched off andunplugged before carrying out any work on the tool.Removing or installing planer blades002554CAUTION:• Tighten the blade installation bolts carefully whenattaching the blades to the tool. A loose installationbolt can be dangerous. Always check to see theyare tightened securely.• Handle the blades very carefully. Use gloves orrags to protect your fingers or hands whenremoving or installing the blades.• Use only the Makita wrench provided to remove orinstall the blades. Failure to do so may result inovertightening or insufficient tightening of theinstallation bolts. This could cause an injury.To remove the blades on the drum, unscrew the fourinstallation bolts with the socket wrench. The drum covercomes off together with the blades.To install the blades, first clean out all chips or foreignmatter adhering to the drum or blades. Use blades of thesame dimensions and weight, or drumoscillation/vibration will result, causing poor planingaction and, eventually, tool breakdown.12345002555Place the blade on the gauge base so that the bladeedge is perfectly flush with the inside edge of the gaugeplate. Place the adjusting plate on the blade, then simplypress in the heel of the adjusting plate flush with the backside of the gauge base and tighten two screws on theadjusting plate. Now slip the heel of the adjusting plateinto the drum groove, then fit the drum cover on it.Tighten all the installation bolts evenly and alternatelywith the socket wrench.123456789002556OPERATIONHold the tool firmly with both hands. Switch on and waituntil the blades attain full speed. Then move the toolgently forward on the workpiece surface.The speed and depth of cut determine the kind of finish.The planer keeps cutting at a speed that will not result injamming by chips. For rough cutting, the depth of cut canbe increased, while for a good finish you should reducethe depth of cut and advance the tool more slowly.MAINTENANCECAUTION:• Always be sure that the tool is switched off andunplugged before attempting to perform inspectionor maintenance.• Never use gasoline, benzine, thinner, alcohol or thelike. Discoloration, deformation or cracks mayresult.Sharpening the planer bladesAlways keep your blades sharp for the best performancepossible. Use the sharpening holder to remove nicks andproduce a fine edge.1. Inside edge ofgauge plate2. Blade edge3. Planer blade4. Adjusting plate5. Screws6. Heel7. Back side ofgauge base8. Gauge plate9. Gauge base1. Bolts2. Drum3. Planer blade4. Drum cover5. Adjusting plate

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