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Makita BO5010 5" Random Orbit Sander Questions & Answers
I have been using a
HI, i have a feeling the pad could be the issue there.
The genuine Makita one is designed for the motor, so unless the the replacement is exactly the same thickness, diameter, and weight then you will have problems.
Imagine putting a small wheel designed for a car on a truck, that kind of issue.
Best thing to do is to try putting the old Makita pad back onto the machine and see if that make any difference. (that is if you still have it)
At work we have had similar problems where we have used non-genuine circular saw blades onto our Makita saws, and its has burnt the motor out.
Hi, my BO5010 spins like
Just under the sandpaper pad is a bearing that allows the pad to work as an orbital, that is it can turn freely, independently of the armature. If enough sawdust builds up around or inside this bearing the pad will spin like you describe and this is a fairly common problem with orbital sanders. You need Makita part number 211236-8 or a bearing #6002LL. It's fairly easy to replace; remove the screw in the center of the pad and remove it. Depending on which is tighter, the bearing will either be in the back of the pad or it will stay on the armature. Pry it off/out of the sander. Reassemble everything with the new bearing and you'll be back in business.
I need a new pad
Buy from one of the many on-line parts sellers. Or do a Google search and you'll find hundreds.
Orbital sander doesnt orbit!
Never start the Sander without first placing it against the surface to be sanded. In free air the Sander will not osolate.
Hi. I like to buy
Big lots have them for sale, on occasion. I've purchased 5" felt there several times.
Towel caught in front roller
Well, it sounds like you have a belt sander. I would start by sacrificing the towel and the belt. Even if you tried all day and were able to save them they would probably look like they got caught in a sander. Get a utility knife and change the blade, you will want a brand new sharp blade for this. Start by cutting as much of the exposed towel off as you can. Remember, at this point the only thing you might be able to save is the sander. Cutting off the belt will relieve the tension. When you cut the belt give yourself enough belt on ether side to get a good grip. You might need to pull the belt back and forth as you remove small pieces of the towel. A good pair of pliers might help grip the towel fragments. When you finally do remove all the towel and the belt, take some time to look around the drum for fibers that might be stuck in the bearings and pull them out. You may need needle knows pliers for this. Keep the towel shreds for sating rags to finish the project you're working on so it will not be a total waist.
Good Luck
Ray
Makita batterie AH-BMA6MB blinks red and not charging, what is the faults please
Google doesn't seem to be able to find the part number you supplied...
Check your instruction book but I believe the flashing red light to mean the intelligent charger is refusing to charge the battery because it has tested it and found it faulty but there is no way of knowing what the fault is.
There is a temperature sensor inside the battery and perhaps that has failed the test - or it could be a crystalised cell that has been discharged too long - or it could be the battery is trying to consume too much current - or perhaps it is open circuit and consumes nothing...
Makita drill overheating
You may need to change the brushes if it is a brushed motor. When you do this you may need to clean the armature with some contact cleaner and a rough cloth to remove and build up of gunk.
It's best to change brushes early, as overheating due to wear can cause damage to the armature and brush holders. New brushes are easily found online, and very cheap.
See here for a demonstration of how to change brushes.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ffXyDqPXCNE
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