Operation; Maintenance - Makita MDP204 Instruction Manual

the position (B side) for counterclockwise rotation.
CAUTION:
Always check the direction of rotation before
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operation.

Use the reversing switch only after the tool comes
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to a complete stop. Changing the direction of
rotation before the tool stops may damage the tool.
ASSEMBLY
CAUTION:
Always be sure that the tool is switched off and
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unplugged before carrying out any work on the
tool.
Installing or removing drill bit
CAUTION:
Always be sure that the tool is switched off and
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unplugged before installing or removing the bit.
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To install the bit, place it in the chuck as far as it will go.
Tighten the chuck by hand. Place the chuck key in each
of the three holes and tighten clockwise. Be sure to
tighten all three chuck holes evenly.
To remove the bit, turn the chuck key counterclockwise
in just one hole, then loosen the chuck by hand.
Depth gauge
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For tool with depth gauge
Install the depth gauge on the tool with the clamp screw
and washer. Adjust the depth gauge to the desired
depth and tighten the clamp screw.
1. Chuck key
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1. Depth gauge
2. Washer
3. Clamp screw
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OPERATION
CAUTION:
Always hold the tool only by the handle when
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performing an operation. Do not touch the metal
part.
Drilling operation
Drilling in wood
When drilling in wood, the best results are obtained with
wood drills equipped with a guide screw. The guide
screw makes drilling easier by pulling the bit into the
workpiece.
Drilling in metal
To prevent the bit from slipping when starting a hole,
make an indentation with a center-punch and hammer
at the point to be drilled. Place the point of the bit in the
indentation and start drilling.
Use a cutting lubricant when drilling metals. The
exceptions are iron and brass which should be drilled
dry.
CAUTION:
Pressing excessively on the tool will not speed up
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the drilling. In fact, this excessive pressure will
only serve to damage the tip of your bit, decrease
the tool performance and shorten the service life
of the tool.
There is a tremendous force exerted on the tool/bit
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at the time of hole break through. Hold the tool
firmly and exert care when the bit begins to break
through the workpiece.
Always secure small workpieces in a vise or
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similar hold-down device.

MAINTENANCE

CAUTION:
Always be sure that the tool is switched off and
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unplugged before carrying out any work on the
tool.
Never use gasoline, benzine, thinner, alcohol or
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the like. Discoloration, deformation or cracks may
result.
To maintain product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs,
any other maintenance or adjustment should be
performed by Makita Authorized or Factory Service
Centers, always using Makita replacement parts.
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