Check if the motor brushes are OK and not worn out. These connect the power to the motor causing it to turn. Also ensure that the motor spindle turns freely when manually operated and is not jammed.
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Here's the [https://makita-dv.ru/parts-pdf/BO5041-TE.pdf|service manual] for the sander, that may help.
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Here's the [link|https://makita-dv.ru/parts-pdf/BO5041-TE.pdf|service manual] for the sander, that may help.
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Here's a link to a [https://www.powertoolspares.com/makita/bo5041.m/bo5041/spares|parts supplier] that may also help. For example if the brushes need to be replaced see Item #8 in the parts list to find the ''Makita part #'' i.e. CARBON BRUSH CB-64 BO3710/11 .
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Here's a link to a [link|https://www.powertoolspares.com/makita/bo5041.m/bo5041/spares|parts supplier] that may also help. For example if the brushes need to be replaced see Item #8 in the parts list to find the ''Makita part #'' i.e. CARBON BRUSH CB-64 BO3710/11 .
Given that it is a variable speed sander, it may also be that the controller not supplying enough power to the motor to turn (part #37 CONTROLLER 240V BO5041)
Search online using the information from the linked parts supplier list, to find suppliers that suit you best.
Hi @speculant
Check if the motor brushes are OK and not worn out. These connect the power to the motor causing it to turn. Also ensure that the motor spindle turns freely when manually operated and is not jammed.
Here's the [https://makita-dv.ru/parts-pdf/BO5041-TE.pdf|service manual] for the sander, that may help.
Here's a link to a [https://www.powertoolspares.com/makita/bo5041.m/bo5041/spares|parts supplier] that may also help. For example if the brushes need to be replaced see Item #8 in the parts list to find the ''Makita part #'' i.e. CARBON BRUSH CB-64 BO3710/11 .
Given that it is a variable speed sander, it may also be that the controller not supplying enough power to the motor to turn (part #37 CONTROLLER 240V BO5041)
Search online using the information from the linked parts supplier list, to find suppliers that suit you best.
Hopefully this is of some help.