Maktec MT920 Instruction Manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

Finishing Sander

MT920

DOUBLE INSULATION

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

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ENGLISH

SPECIFICATIONS

Model MT920

Pad size 112 mm x 102 mm

Orbits per minute (min-1) 14,000

Dimensions (L x W x H) 110 mm x 112 mm x 133 mm

Net weight 0.9 kg

• 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

･ Only for EU countries

Intended use
The tool is intended for the sanding of large surface of
wood, plastic and metal materials as well as painted
surfaces.

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.

GENERAL SAFETY RULES

WARNING! Read all instructions. Failure to follow all

instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire
and/or serious injury. The term "power tool" in all of the
warnings listed below refers to your mains-operated
(corded) power tool or battery-operated (cordless) power
tool.

Safety class /II

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SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.

Work area safety

1. Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered and
dark areas invite accidents.

2. Do not operate power tools in explosive

atmospheres, such as in the presence of
flammable liquids, gases or dust. Power tools

create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes.

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.

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3. Keep children and bystanders away while
operating a power tool. Distractions can cause
you to lose control.

Electrical Safety

4. Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never
modify the plug in any way. Do not use any
adapter plugs with earthed (grounded) power
tools. Unmodified plugs and matching outlets will

reduce risk of electric shock.

5. Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded

surfaces such as pipes, radiators, ranges and
refrigerators. There is an increased risk of

electric shock if your body is earthed or grounded.

6. Do not expose power tools to rain or wet
conditions. Water entering a power tool will
increase the risk of electric shock.

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7. Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for

carrying, pulling or unplugging the power tool.
Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or
moving parts. Damaged or entangled cords

increase the risk of electric shock.

8. When operating a power tool outdoors, use an
extension cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of

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a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of
electric shock.

Personal Safety

9. Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use
common sense when operating a power tool.
Do not use a power tool while you are tired or
under the influence of drugs, alcohol or
medication. A moment of inattention while

operating power tools may result in serious
personal injury.

10. Use safety equipment. Always wear eye

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protection. Safety equipment such as dust mask,
non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing
protection used for appropriate conditions will
reduce personal injuries.

11. Avoid accidental starting. Ensure the switch is
in the off-position before plugging in. Carrying
power tools with your finger on the switch or
plugging in power tools that have the switch on
invites accidents.

12. Remove any adjusting key or wrench before
turning the power tool on. A wrench or a key left
attached to a rotating part of the power tool may
result in personal injury.

13. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and
balance at all times. This enables better control
of the power tool in unexpected situations.

14. Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or

jewellery. Keep your hair, clothing, and gloves
away from moving parts. Loose clothes,

jewellery or long hair can be caught in moving
parts.

15. If devices are provided for the connection of

dust extraction and collection facilities,
ensure these are connected and properly used.

Use of these devices can reduce dust-related
hazards.

Power tool use and care

16. Do not force the power tool. Use the correct
power tool for your application. The correct

power tool will do the job better and safer at the
rate for which it was designed.

17. Do not use the power tool if the switch does
not turn it on and off. Any power tool that cannot
be controlled with the switch is dangerous and
must be repaired.

18. Disconnect the plug from the power source

and/or the battery pack from the power tool
before making any adjustments, changing
accessories, or storing power tools. Such

preventive safety measures reduce the risk of
starting the power tool accidentally.

19. Store idle power tools out of the reach of

children and do not allow persons unfamiliar
with the power tool or these instructions to
operate the power tool. Power tools are

dangerous in the hands of untrained users.

20. Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment

or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts
and any other condition that may affect the
power tools operation. If damaged, have the
power tool repaired before use. Many accidents

are caused by poorly maintained power tools.

21. Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly
maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges
are less likely to bind and are easier to control.

22. Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits

etc. in accordance with these instructions and
in the manner intended for the particular type
of power tool, taking into account the working
conditions and the work to be performed. Use

of the power tool for operations different from
those intended could result in a hazardous
situation.

SERVICE

23. Have your power tool serviced by a qualified

repair person using only identical replacement
parts. This will ensure that the safety of the power

tool is maintained.

24. Follow instruction for lubricating and

changing accessories.

25. Keep handles dry, clean and free from oil and

grease.

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SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES

DO NOT let comfort or familiarity with product
(gained from repeated use) replace strict adherence
to sander safety rules. If you use this tool unsafely
or incorrectly, you can suffer serious personal
injury.

1. Hold power tools by insulated gripping

surfaces when performing an operation where
the cutting tool may contact hidden wiring or
its own cord. Contact with a "live" wire will make

exposed metal parts of the tool "live" and shock
the operator.

2. Always use safety glasses or goggles.

Ordinary eye or sun glasses are NOT safety
glasses.

3. Hold the tool firmly.

4. Do not leave the tool running. Operate the tool

only when hand-held.

5. This tool has not been waterproofed, so do not

use water on the workpiece surface.

6. Ventilate your work area adequately when you

perform sanding operations.

7. Some material contains chemicals which may

be toxic. Take caution to prevent dust
inhalation and skin contact. Follow material
supplier safety data.

8. Use of this tool to sand some products, paints

and wood could expose user to dust
containing hazardous substances. Use
appropriate respiratory protection.

9. Be sure that there are no cracks or breakage

on the pad before use. Cracks or breakage
may cause a personal injury.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.

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WARNING:

MISUSE or failure to follow the safety rules stated in
this instruction manual may cause serious personal
injury.

Switch action

1. Switch

OPERATION

Sanding operation

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CAUTION:

• Before plugging in the tool, always check to see

that the tool is switched off.
To start the tool, press the "ON ( I )" side of the switch.
To stop the tool, press the "OFF (O)" side of the switch.

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

1. Abrasive paper

2. Lever

3. Clamping part

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Open the paper clamp by raising on the lever to release
from the locking port and then Insert the paper end into
the clamping part, aligning the paper edges even and
parallel with the sides of the base. (Bending the paper
beforehand makes attachment easier). Once the paper
is in place, return the lever to its original position.
Repeat the same process for the other end of the base,
maintaining the proper paper tension.
After inserting the paper, make sure the clamping part
hold it securely. Otherwise the paper will be loose and
subject to slippage, resulting in uneven sanding
operation.

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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 and/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. A finishing sander is generally used
to remove only a small amount of material at a time.
Since the quality of the surface is more important than
the amount of stock removed, do not bear down on the
tool. Keep the base flush with the workpiece at all times.

MAINTENANCE

CAUTION:

• Always be sure that the tool is switched off and

unplugged before attempting to perform inspection

or maintenance.
To maintain product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs,
carbon brush inspection and replacement, any other
maintenance or adjustment should be performed by
Makita Authorized Service Centers, always using Makita
replacement parts.

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Makita Corporation Anjo, Aichi, Japan