Makita MT901, MT900 User Manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

Angle Grinder

MT900
MT901

DOUBLE INSULATION

WARNING:
For your personal safety, READ and UNDERSTAND before using.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

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SPECIFICATIONS

Depressed center wheel diameter 180 mm

• Due to our continuing programme of research and development, the specifications herein are subject to change without notice.

• Note: Specifications may differ from country to country.

Symbols

The following show the symbols used for the equipment.
Be sure that you understand their meaning before use.

･ Read instruction manual.

･ DOUBLE INSULATION

･ Wear safety glasses.

･ Only for EU countries

Model MT900

Spindle thread M14 M14

No load speed (min-1) 8,500 6,600

Overall length 468 mm 468 mm

Net weight 4.7 kg 4.7 kg

Safety class /II

END202-2

value is not more than 2.5 m/s
These values have been obtained according to
EN50144.

EC-DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

We declare under our sole responsibility that this
product is in compliance with the following standards of
standardized documents;
EN50144, EN55014, EN61000 in accordance with
Council Directives, 89/336/EEC, 98/37/EC.

Yasuhiko Kanzaki CE2006
Do not dispose of electric equipment
together with household waste material!
In observance of European Directive
2002/96/EC on waste electric and
electronic equipment and its
implementation in accordance with
national law, electric equipment that
have reached the end of their life must
be collected separately and returned to
an environmentally compatible
recycling facility.

ENE048-1

Intended use
The tool is intended for grinding, sanding and cutting of
metal and stone materials without the use of water.

ENF002-1

Power supply
The tool should be connected only to a power supply of
the same voltage as indicated on the nameplate, and
can only be operated on single-phase AC supply. They
are double-insulated in accordance with European
Standard and can, therefore, also be used from sockets
without earth wire.

ENG021-1

For European countries only
Noise and Vibration

The typical A-weighted noise levels are
sound pressure level: 90 dB (A)
sound power level: 103 dB (A)

Wear ear protection.

The typical weighted root mean square acceleration

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Director
MAKITA INTERNATIONAL EUROPE LTD.
Michigan Drive, Tongwell, Milton Keynes, Bucks MK15
8JD, ENGLAND
Responsible manufacturer:
Makita Corporation Anjo Aichi Japan

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING! When using electric tools, basic safety
precautions, including the following, should always
be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock
and personal injury. Read all these instructions
before operating this product and save these
instructions.

For safe operations:

1. Keep work area clean.
Cluttered areas and benches invite injuries.

2. Consider work area environment.
Do not expose power tools to rain. Do not use
power tools in damp or wet locations. Keep work
area well lit. Do not use power tools where there is
risk to cause fire or explosion.

3. Guard against electric shock.
Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded
surfaces (e.g. pipes, radiators, ranges,
refrigerators).

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4. Keep children away.
Do not let visitors touch the tool or extension cord.
All visitors should be kept away from work area.

5. Store idle tools.
When not in use, tools should be stored in a dry,
high or locked up place, out of reach of children.

6. Do not force the tool.
It will do the job better and safer at the rate for
which it was intended.

7. Use the right tool.
Do not force small tools or attachments to do the
job of a heavy duty tool. Do not use tools for
purposes not intended; for example, do not use
circular saws to cut tree limbs or logs.

8. Dress properly.
Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery, they can
be caught in moving parts. Rubber gloves and
non-skid footwear are recommended when
working outdoors. Wear protecting hair covering
to contain long hair.

9. Use safety glasses and hearing protection.
Also use face or dust mask if the cutting operation
is dusty.

10. Connect dust extraction equipment.
If devices are provided for the connection of dust
extraction and collection facilities ensure these
are connected and properly used.

11. Do not abuse the cord.
Never carry the tool by the cord or yank it to
disconnect it from the socket. Keep the cord away
from heat, oil and sharp edges.

12. Secure work.
Use clamps or a vice to hold the work. It is safer
than using your hand and it frees both hands to
operate the tool.

13. Do not overreach.
Keep proper footing and balance at all times.

14. Maintain tools with care.
Keep cutting tools sharp and clean for better and
safer performance. Follow instructions for
lubrication and changing accessories. Inspect tool
cord periodically and if damaged have it repaired
by an authorized service facility. Inspect extension
cords periodically and replace, if damaged. Keep
handles dry, clean and free from oil and grease.

15. Disconnect tools.
When not in use, before servicing and when
changing accessories such as blades, bits and
cutters.

16. Remove adjusting keys and wrenches.
Form the habit of checking to see that keys and
adjusting wrenches are removed from the tool
before turning it on.

17. Avoid unintentional starting.
Do not carry a plugged-in tool with a finger on the

switch. Ensure switch is off when plugging in.

18. Use outdoor extension leads.
When tool is used outdoors, use only extension
cords intended for outdoor use.

19. Stay alert.
Watch what you are doing. Use common sense.
Do not operate tool when you are tired.

20. Check damaged parts.
Before further use of the tool, a guard or other part
that is damaged should be carefully checked to
determine that it will operate properly and perform
its intended function. Check for alignment of
moving parts, free running of moving parts,
breakage of parts, mounting and any other
conditions that may affect its operation. A guard or
other part that is damaged should be properly
repaired or replaced by an authorized service
center unless otherwise indicated in this
instruction manual. Have defective switches
replaced by an authorized service facility. Do not
use the tool if the switch does not turn it on and
off.

21. Warning.
The use of any accessory or attachment, other
than those recommended in this instruction
manual or the catalog, may present a risk of
personal injury.

22. Have your tool repaired by a qualified person.
This electric tool is in accordance with the relevant
safety requirements. Repairs should only be
carried out by qualified persons using original
spare parts, otherwise this may result in
considerable danger to the user.

ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES

1. Always use eye and ear protection. Other
personal protective equipment such as dust
mask, gloves, helmet and apron should be
worn.

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

3. Keep guards in place.

4. Use only wheels with correct size and wheels

having a maximum operating speed at least as
high as the highest No Load Speed marked on
the tool's nameplate. When using depressed
center wheels, be sure to use only
fiberglass-reinforced wheels.

5. Check the wheel carefully for cracks or
damage before operation. Replace cracked or
damaged wheel immediately.

6. Observe the instructions of the manufacturer
for correct mounting and use of wheels.

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