Makita 6908D Instruction Manual page 7

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A
1. Reversing switch lever
ASSEMBLY
12 mm
(15/32")
1 2
1. Bit
2. Sleeve
Reversing switch action
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This tool has a reversing switch to change the direction of
rotation. Depress the reversing switch lever from the A side
for clockwise rotation or from the B side for counterclockwise
rotation.
B
When the reversing switch lever is in the neutral position, the
switch trigger cannot be pulled.
CAUTION:
• Always check the direction of rotation before operation.
• Use the reversing switch only after the tool comes to a
complete stop. Changing the direction of rotation before
the tool stops may damage the tool.
• When not operating the tool, always set the reversing
switch lever to the neutral position.
CAUTION:
• Always be sure that the tool is switched off and the
battery cartridge is removed before carrying out any
work on the tool.
Installing or removing driver bit or socket bit
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Use only the driver bit or socket bit shown in the figure. Do
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not use any other driver bit or socket bit.
(3/8")
To install the bit, pull the sleeve in the direction of the arrow
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and insert the bit into the sleeve as far as it will go. Then
release the sleeve to secure the bit.
To remove the bit, pull the sleeve in the direction of the arrow
and pull the bit out firmly.
NOTE:
• If the bit is not inserted deep enough into the sleeve, the
sleeve will not return to its original position and the bit
will not be secured. In this case, try re-inserting the bit
according to the instructions above.
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