Finishing Sander MODEL BO3700 003271 DOUBLE INSULATION I N S T R U C T I O N M A N U A L WARNING: For your personal safety, READ and UNDERSTAND before using. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. w w w. m a k i t a t o o l s.
SPECIFICATIONS Model BO3700 Pad size 93 mm x 185 mm (3 - 5/8” x 7 - 1/4”) Orbits per minute 10,000 Overall length 254 mm (10”) Net weight 1.4 kg (3.1 lbs) • Manufacturer reserves the right to change specifications without notice. • Specifications may differ from country to country. GENERAL SAFETY RULES USA002-2 (For All Tools) WARNING: Read and understand all instructions. Failure to follow all instructions listed below, may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious personal injury.
6. Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of electric shock. 7. Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord to carry the tools or pull the plug from an outlet. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts. Replace damaged cords immediately. Damaged cords increase the risk of electric shock. 8. When operating a power tool outside, use an outdoor extension cord marked “W-A” or “W”.
24. When servicing a tool, use only identical replacement parts. Follow instructions in the Maintenance section of this manual. Use of unauthorized parts or failure to follow Maintenance instructions may create a risk of electric shock or injury. USE PROPER EXTENSION CORD: Make sure your extension cord is in good condition. When using an extension cord, be sure to use one heavy enough to carry the current your product will draw.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: MISUSE or failure to follow the safety rules stated in this instruction manual may cause serious personal injury. SYMBOLS USD205-1 The followings show the symbols used for tool. V ....................... volts A ....................... amperes Hz ..................... hertz ................alternating current n ....................no load speed ˚ ....................Class II Construction .../min................
FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION • 003281 CAUTION: Always be sure that the tool is switched off and unplugged before adjusting or checking function on the tool. Switch action 1 • 2 • 1. Lock button 2. Switch trigger CAUTION: Before plugging in the tool, always check to see that the switch trigger actuates properly and returns to the “OFF” position when released. Switch can be locked in “ON” position for ease of operator comfort during extended use.
003310 1 2 1. Abrasive paper without prepunched holes 2. Punch plate 003312 1 2 3 For conventional type of abrasive paper without prepunched holes (available on the market): Press the clamper. Insert the paper end into the clamper, aligning the paper edges even and parallel with the sides of the base. Then release the clamper to secure the paper. Repeat the same process for the other end of the base, maintaining the proper paper tension.
NOTE: • If you connect a Makita vacuum cleaner to this tool, more efficient and cleaner operations can be performed. OPERATION 003332 Sanding operation • • CAUTION: Never run the tool without the abrasive paper. You may seriously damage the pad. Never force the tool. Excessive pressure may decrease the sanding efficiency, damage the abrasive paper or shorten tool life. Hold the tool firmly. Turn the tool on and wait until it attains full speed. Then gently place the tool on the workpiece surface.
ACCESSORIES • CAUTION: These accessories or attachments are recommended for use with your Makita tool specified in this manual. The use of any other accessories or attachments might present a risk of injury to persons. Only use accessory or attachment for its stated purpose. If you need any assistance for more details regarding these accessories, ask your local Makita service center.
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WARNING Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction activities contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some examples of these chemicals are: • lead from lead-based paints, • crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products, and • arsenic and chromium from chemically-treated lumber. Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on how often you do this type of work.
