Use and Care Manual

8 ENGLISH
Mode indicator status Operation
mode
On O󰀨 Blinking
High speed
mode
High torque
mode
Overload
alert
Speed change
NOTICE: Use the speed change knob only after
the tool comes to a complete stop. Changing the
tool speed before the tool stops may damage the tool.
NOTICE: Always set the speed change knob care-
fully into the correct position. If you operate the tool with
the speed change knob positioned halfway between the
position 1 and the position 2, the tool may be damaged.
Two speed ranges can be preselected with the speed change knob.
To change the speed, depress the lock button and turn
the speed change knob so that the pointer points to the
position 1 for low speed or the position 2 for high speed.
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2
3
► 1. Lock button 2. Pointer 3. Speed change knob
Torque limiter
The torque limiter will actuate when a certain torque
level is reached at the low speed setting (position 1).
The motor will disengage from the output shaft. When
this happens, the tool bit will stop turning.
To restart the tool, lift the tool bit out of the workpiece
and then pull the switch trigger again.
Electronic function
Electric brake
This tool is equipped with an electric brake. If the tool consis-
tently fails to quickly cease to function after the switch trigger
is released, have the tool serviced at a Makita service center.
Soft start feature
This function allows the smooth start-up of the tool by
limiting the start-up torque.
ASSEMBLY
CAUTION: Always be sure that the tool is
switched o󰀨 and the battery cartridge is removed
before carrying out any work on the tool.
Installing side grip (auxiliary handle)
Optional accessory
CAUTION: Always be sure that the side grip is
installed securely before operation.
Screw the side grip on the tool securely. The side grip
can be installed on either side of the tool, whichever is
convenient.
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► 1. Side grip
Front handle
CAUTION: Do not x the front handle beyond
the limits of the arrow as illustrated. Be cautious
that your hand is not caught in the grip. Keep the
hand away from the drill chuck. They can lead to
serious accidents.
CAUTION: Always be sure that the hex bolts
(both sides) of the front handle are tightened
securely.
The front handle can be installed in any position within
0° - 112.5° as illustrated.
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► 1. Front handle