Overload Protector; Adjusting Fastening Torque; Screwdriving Operation - Makita 6221D Instruction Manual

Overload protector
The overload protector automatically cuts out to break the circuit whenever heavy work
i s
prolonged. Wait 20
-
30 seconds before resuming operation.
CAUTION :
Always withdraw the tool from the workpiece before resuming operation. If the tool
cannot be withdrawn, hold the tool firmly when turning on the tool, to overcome a
strong reaction.
Adjusting fastening torque
The fastening torque can be adjusted in six
stages
by turning the adjusting ring so that
the pointer on the adjusting ring points to
a
number on the tool body. The fastening
torque i s minimum when the pointer points
to the number 1 and maximum when it
points to the marking. The clutch will
slip a t varying torque levels when the
pointer is
set a t
the numbers 1 to 5. The
clutch
is
designed not to slip
a t
the
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marking.
Pointer
: r i l l marking
Before actual operation, drive
a
trial screw into your material or a piece of duplicate
material to determine which torque
level is
required for a particular application.
NOTE :
The adjusting ring cannot be locked with the pointer positioned half-way between the
numbers.
Screwdriving operation
Place the point of the driver bit in the
screw head and apply pressure to the tool.
Start the tool slowly and then increase the
speed gradually.
Release
the trigger
as
soon
as
the
clutch cuts in.
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