Makita 9031 Manuel D'instruction page 5

ASSEMBLY
CAUTION:
Always be sure that the tool is switched off and
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unplugged before carrying out any work on the tool.
Installing side grip
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For your own safety, always use the side grip. Install it by
screwing it firmly on the grip holder. The side grip can be
pivoted for easy operation.
Installing or removing abrasive belt
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Loop the belt over the front pulley. Hold the tool as shown
in the figure and press down to retract the front pulley so
that you can slip the other end of the belt over the rear
pulley. When pressing down the tool, be careful not to
allow the front pulley to turn unexpectedly, causing you to
lose control of the tool.
NOTE:
The arrow on the inside of the belt and that marked
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on the rear pulley must point in the same direction.
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1. Side grip
2. Grip holder
1. Rear pulley
2. Front pulley
1. Arrow
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Connecting to Makita vacuum cleaner or dust
collector
CAUTION:
Always close the nozzle cap when the vacuum
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cleaner/dust collector is not connected to the
nozzle. Never insert your finger into the nozzle.
Cleaner sanding operations can be performed by
connecting the belt sander to Makita vacuum cleaner or
dust collector.
Open the nozzle cap. Connect the hose of a vacuum
cleaner/dust collector to the nozzle.
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When connecting to Makita vacuum cleaner, an optional
hose 28 mm in inner diameter is necessary.
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When connecting to Makita dust collector (Model 420S),
the hose of the dust collector is not necessary. You can
connect the belt sander directly to the optional hose 28.
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1. Nozzle cap
2. Nozzle
1. Nozzle
2. Hose 19
3. Hose of vacuum
cleaner
4. Vacuum cleaner
1. Nozzle
2. Hose 19
3. Dust collector