Makita GA039G Manuel D'instructions page 18

1. To install the X-LOCK wheel, make sure that both
catches are in the unlocked position.
If not, push the release lever from A side to lift B
side, then pull the release lever from B side as
illustrated. The catches are set in the unlocked
position.
► Fig.15: 1. Catch 2. Release lever
2. Place a central position of the X-LOCK wheel on
the holder.
Make sure the X-LOCK wheel is parallel to the
flange surface and with the correct side facing up.
3. Push the X-LOCK wheel into the holder. The
catches snap into the lock position with a click and
fix the X-LOCK wheel.
► Fig.16: 1. X-LOCK wheel 2. Holder 3. Flange sur-
face 4. Catch
4. Make sure the X-LOCK wheel is fixed correctly.
The surface of the X-LOCK wheel is no higher
than the surface of the holder as shown in the
figure.
If not, the holder must be cleaned or the X-LOCK
wheel must not be used.
► Fig.17: 1. Surface of the holder 2. Surface of the
X-LOCK wheel
To remove the X-LOCK wheel, push the release lever
from A side to lift B side, then pull the release lever from
B side as illustrated.
The X-LOCK wheel is released and can be removed.
► Fig.18: 1. Release lever
Installing dust collecting wheel
guard for cutting-off
Optional accessory
With optional accessories, you can use this tool for
cutting stone materials.
► Fig.19
NOTE: For information how to install the dust col-
lecting wheel guard, refer to the manual of the dust
collecting wheel guard.
Connecting a vacuum cleaner
Optional accessory
WARNING:
Never vacuum metal particles
created by grinding/cutting/sanding operation.
Metal particles created by such operation are so hot
that they ignite dust and the filter inside the vacuum
cleaner.
To avoid dusty environment caused by masonry cut-
ting, use a dust collecting wheel guard and a vacuum
cleaner.
Refer to the instruction manual attached to the dust
collecting wheel guard for assembling and using it.
► Fig.20: 1. Dust collecting wheel guard 2. Hose of
the vacuum cleaner
OPERATION
WARNING:
force the tool. The weight of the tool applies ade-
quate pressure. Forcing and excessive pressure
could cause dangerous wheel breakage.
WARNING:
dropped while grinding.
WARNING:
wheel.
WARNING:
the wheel, especially when working corners,
sharp edges etc. This can cause loss of control and
kickback.
WARNING:
blades and other saw blades. Such blades when
used on a grinder frequently kick and cause loss of
control leading to personal injury.
WARNING:
the X-LOCK holder during operation. The X-LOCK
wheel comes off from the tool and may cause serious
injury.
WARNING:
is fixed firmly.
CAUTION:
Never switch on the tool when it
is in contact with the workpiece, it may cause an
injury to operator.
CAUTION:
Always wear safety goggles or a
face shield during operation.
CAUTION:
After operation, always switch off
the tool and wait until the wheel has come to a
complete stop before putting the tool down.
CAUTION:
ALWAYS hold the tool firmly with
one hand on housing and the other on the side
grip (handle).
Grinding and sanding operation
► Fig.21
Turn the tool on and then apply the wheel or disc to the
workpiece.
In general, keep the edge of the wheel or disc at an
angle of about 15° to the workpiece surface.
During the break-in period with a new wheel, do not
work the grinder in forward direction or it may cut into
the workpiece. Once the edge of the wheel has been
rounded off by use, the wheel may be worked in both
forward and backward direction.
18 ENGLISH
It should never be necessary to
ALWAYS replace wheel if tool is
NEVER hit the workpiece with the
Avoid bouncing and snagging
NEVER use tool with wood cutting
Never actuate the release lever of
Make sure that the X-LOCK wheel