Makita GA7020Y Instruction Manual Download Page 7

and then pull the switch trigger (in the B direction). 
Release the switch trigger to stop. 

For tool with the lock on and lock-off switch 

To prevent the switch trigger from accidentally pulled, a 
lock lever is provided. 
To start the tool, push in the lock lever (in the A direction) 
and then pull the switch trigger (in the B direction). 
Release the switch trigger to stop. 
For continuous operation, push in the lock lever (in the A 
direction), pull the switch trigger (in the B direction) and 
then push the lock lever (in the A direction) further in. 
To stop the tool from the locked position, pull the switch 
trigger fully (in the B direction), then release it. 

 

NOTE: 

Models GA7020S, GA9020S, GA7020SF and 
GA9020SF begin to run slowly when they are turned on. 
This soft start feature assures smoother operation and 
less operator fatigue. 

ASSEMBLY 

 

CAUTION: 

• 

Always be sure that the tool is switched off and 
unplugged before carrying out any work on the tool. 

Installing side grip (handle) 

   

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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. 

Installing or removing wheel guard (For 
depressed center wheel , multi disc , wire 
wheel brush / abrasive cut-off wheel , 
diamond wheel) 

 

WARNING: 

• 

When using a depressed center grinding 
wheel/Multi-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. 

 

• 

When using an abrasive cut-off / diamond wheel, 
be sure to use only the special wheel guard 
designed for use with cut-off wheels. 

For tool with locking screw type wheel guard 

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2

3

 

 

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Mount the wheel guard with the protrusion on the wheel 
guard band aligned with the notch on the bearing box. 
Then rotate the wheel guard around 180 degrees 
counterclockwise. Be sure to tighten the screw securely. 
To remove wheel guard, follow the installation procedure 
in reverse. 

For tool with clamp lever type wheel guard 

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2

3

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2

 

 

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Loosen the lever on the wheel guard. Mount the wheel 
guard with the protrusion on the wheel guard band 
aligned with the notch on the bearing box. Then rotate 
the wheel guard around to the position shown in the 
figure. Tighten the lever to fasten the wheel guard. If the 
lever is too tight or too loose to fasten the wheel guard, 
loosen or tighten the nut to adjust the tightening of the 
wheel guard band. 
To remove wheel guard, follow the installation procedure 
in reverse. 

 
 
 

1. Nut 
2. Lever 

1. Wheel guard 
2. Bearing box 
3. Nut 
4. Lever 

1. Wheel guard 
2. Screw 
3. Bearing box 

Summary of Contents for GA7020Y

Page 1: ...1 ENGLISH Original instructions INSTRUCTION MANUAL DOUBLE INSULATION IMPORTANT Read Before Using Angle Grinder GA7020 GA7020S GA7020Y GA9020 GA9020S 010853 ...

Page 2: ...e used from sockets without earth wire GEA005 3 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...

Page 3: ... dangerous and must be repaired 20 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 21 Store idle power tools out of the reach of children and do not allow persons unfamiliar with the power tool or the...

Page 4: ...trol the cord may be cut or snagged and your hand or arm may be pulled into the spinning accessory 12 Never lay the power tool down until the accessory has come to a complete stop The spinning accessory may grab the surface and pull the power tool out of your control 13 Do not run the power tool while carrying it at your side Accidental contact with the spinning accessory could snag your clothing ...

Page 5: ...the cut while the wheel is in motion otherwise kickback may occur Investigate and take corrective action to eliminate the cause of wheel binding d Do not restart the cutting operation in the workpiece Let the wheel reach full speed and carefully reenter the cut The wheel may bind walk up or kickback if the power tool is restarted in the workpiece e Support panels or any oversized workpiece to mini...

Page 6: ...cs must not be subjected to any lateral pressure SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS WARNING 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 instruction manual may cause serious personal injury FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION CAUTION Always be sure that the tool is switch...

Page 7: ...enter wheel multi disc wire wheel brush abrasive cut off wheel diamond wheel WARNING When using a depressed center grinding wheel Multi 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 When using an abrasive cut off diamond wheel be sure to use only the special wheel guard designed for use with cut...

Page 8: ...n the rubber pad and screw the lock nut onto the spindle 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 To remove the disc follow the installation procedure in reverse OPERATION WARNING It should never be necessary to force the tool The weight of the tool applies adequate pressure Forcing and excess...

Page 9: ...with broken wires ALWAYS use guard with wire wheel brushes assuring diameter of wheel fits inside guard Wheel can shatter during use and guard helps to reduce chances of personal injury 1 010949 Unplug tool and place it upside down allowing easy access to spindle Remove any accessories on spindle Thread wire wheel brush onto spindle and tighten with the wrenches When using wire wheel brush avoid a...

Page 10: ...an and free to slip in the holders Both carbon brushes should be replaced at the same time Use only identical carbon brushes Use a screwdriver to remove the brush holder caps Take out the worn carbon brushes insert the new ones and secure the brush holder caps 1 2 006745 To maintain product SAFETY and RELIABILITY repairs any other maintenance or adjustment should be performed by Makita Authorized ...

Page 11: ...ner flange Super flange Inner flange 102 Australia and New Zealand only Depressed center grinding wheel Multi disc Lock nut Ezynut 1 Abrasive cut off wheel Diamond wheel Outer flange 78 Australia and New Zealand only 2 Rubber pad Abrasive disc Wire wheel brush Wire cup brush Lock nut wrench Sanding lock nut Inner flange Super flange Inner flange 78 Australia and New Zealand only Wheel guard for Ab...

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