Makita BO3710 User Manual

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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.
Switch action
1
2
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CAUTION:
• Before plugging in the tool, always check to see
that the switch trigger actuates properly and
returns to the "OFF" position when released.
To start the tool, simply pull the switch trigger. Release
the switch trigger to stop.
For continuous operation, pull the switch trigger and
then push in the lock button.
To stop the tool from the locked position, pull the switch
trigger fully, then release it.
Speed adjusting dial
For BO3711 only
1
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CAUTION:
• If the tool is operated continuously at low speeds,
the motor will get overloaded and heated up.
• The speed adjusting dial can be turned only as far
as 5 and back to 1. Do not force it past 5 or 1, or
the speed adjusting function may no longer work.
The tool speed can be infinitely adjusted between 4,000
and 11,000 orbits per minute by turning the speed
adjusting dial, which is marked 1 to 5. Higher speed is
obtained when the dial is turned in the direction of
number 5, lower speed is obtained when it is turned in
the direction of number 1. Adjust the desired tool speed
for the kind of work.
ASSEMBLY
CAUTION:
• Always be sure that the tool is switched off and
unplugged before carrying out any work on the
tool.
Installing or removing abrasive paper
For conventional type of abrasive paper with
pre-punched holes (standard equipment):
1
1
2
2
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Press down the clamp lever (1 in the figure) and with the
clamp lever pressed down slide it toward the tool (2 in
the figure) and the clamper will be released.
Insert the paper end between a clamper and the pad
aligning the holes in the paper with those in pad. Then
return the clamp lever to the original position to secure it.
Release the other clamp lever by repeating the same
procedure.
While pulling abrasive paper to maintain the proper
tension, insert and secure the other end of abrasive
paper between another clamper and the pad and return
the clamp lever to the original position.
To remove the paper, release the clamper as stated
above.
For conventional type of abrasive paper without
pre-punched holes (available on the market):
1
2
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Press down the clamp lever 1 and with the clamp lever
pressed down slide it toward the tool 2 and the clamper
will be released.
Insert the paper end between a clamper and the pad
aligning the paper edges even and parallel with the sides
of the base. Then return the clamp lever to the original
position to secure it.
Release the other clamp lever by repeating the same
procedure.
1. Punch plate
2. Abrasive paper
without
pre-punched
holes
1. Speed adjusting
dial
1. Lock button
2. Switch trigger

Makita BO3710 Specifications

General

Power	- W
Uncertainty K	1.5 m/s²
Maximum paper size	93 x 228 mm
Vibration emission	3.5 m/s²
Dust container type	Dust bag
Type of sander	Orbital sander
Dust extraction port	Yes
Sound pressure level	72 dB
Sound level uncertainty	3 dB
Idle oscillation rate (max)	11000 OPM
Power source	AC
AC input voltage	110-240 V

Weight and Dimensions

Weight	1500 g
Sanding plate size (WxD)	92 x 185 mm