Makita 9558HNR, Instruction Manual

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9 ENGLISH
Installing side grip (handle)
CAUTION:
Always be sure that the side grip is
installed securely before operation.
Screw the side grip securely on the position of the tool
as shown in the figure.
► Fig.3
Installing or removing wheel guard
(For depressed center wheel, flap
disc, flex wheel, wire wheel brush
/ abrasive cut-off wheel, diamond
wheel)
WARNING:
When using a depressed center
wheel, flap disc, flex wheel or wire wheel brush,
the wheel guard must be fitted on the tool so that
the closed side of the guard always points toward
the operator.
WARNING:
When using an abrasive cut-off
/ diamond wheel, be sure to use only the special
wheel guard designed for use with cut-off wheels.
(In some European countries, when using a diamond
wheel, the ordinary guard can be used. Follow the
regulations in your country.)
Mount the wheel guard with the protrusions on the
wheel guard band aligned with the notches on the bear -
ing box. Then rotate the wheel guard to such an angle
that it can protect the operator according to work. Be
sure to tighten the screw securely.
To remove wheel guard, follow the installation proce -
dure in reverse.
► Fig.4: 1. Wheel guard 2. Bearing box 3. Screw
Installing or removing depressed
center wheel or flap disc
Optional accessory
WARNING:
When using a depressed center
wheel or flap disc, the wheel guard must be fitted
on the tool so that the closed side of the guard
always points toward the operator.
CAUTION:
Make sure that the mounting part
of the inner flange fits into the inner diameter of
the depressed center wheel / flap disc perfectly.
Mounting the inner flange on the wrong side may
result in the dangerous vibration.
Mount the inner flange onto the spindle.
Make sure to fit the dented part of the inner flange onto
the straight part at the bottom of the spindle.
Fit the depressed center wheel / flap disc on the inner
flange and screw the lock nut onto the spindle.
► Fig.5: 1. Lock nut 2. Depressed center wheel
3. Inner flange 4. Mounting part
To tighten the lock nut, press the shaft lock firmly so
that the spindle cannot revolve, then use the lock nut
wrench and securely tighten clockwise.
► Fig.6: 1. Lock nut wrench 2. Shaft lock
To remove the wheel, follow the installation procedure
in reverse.
Super flange
Optional accessory
Only for tools with M14 spindle thread.
Models with the letter F are standard-equipped with
Super flange. Only 1/3 of efforts needed to undo lock
nut, compared with conventional type.
Installing or removing flex wheel
Optional accessory
WARNING:
Always use supplied guard when
flex wheel is on tool. Wheel can shatter during use
and guard helps to reduce chances of personal injury.
► Fig.7: 1. Lock nut 2. Flex wheel 3. Back up pad
4. Inner flange
Follow instructions for depressed center wheel but also
use back up pad over wheel. See order of assembly on
accessories page in this manual.
Installing or removing abrasive disc
Optional accessory
► Fig.8: 1. Sanding lock nut 2. Abrasive disc
3. Rubber pad
1. Mount the rubber pad onto the spindle.
2. Fit the disc on the rubber pad and screw the sand -
ing lock nut onto the spindle.
3. Hold the spindle with the shaft lock, and securely tighten
the sanding lock nut clockwise with the lock nut wrench.
To remove the disc, follow the installation procedure in
reverse.
NOTE: Use sander accessories specified in this man -
ual. These must be purchased separately.
OPERATION
WARNING:
It should never be necessary to
force the tool. The weight of the tool applies ade -
quate pressure. Forcing and excessive pressure
could cause dangerous wheel breakage.
WARNING:
ALWAYS replace wheel if tool is
dropped while grinding.
WARNING:
NEVER bang or hit grinding disc
or wheel onto work.
WARNING:
Avoid bouncing and snagging
the wheel, especially when working corners,
sharp edges etc. This can cause loss of control and
kickback.
WARNING:
NEVER use tool with wood cutting
blades and other saw blades. Such blades when
used on a grinder frequently kick and cause loss of
control leading to personal injury.