Functional Description; Specific Safety Rules - Makita HP1620 Instruction Manual

Makita Corporation
3-11-8, Sumiyoshi-cho, Anjo, Aichi, JAPAN
Authorized Representative in Europe:
Makita International Europe Ltd.
Michigan Drive, Tongwell, Milton Keynes, Bucks MK15
8JD, ENGLAND

SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES

DO NOT let comfort or familiarity with product
(gained from repeated use) replace strict adherence
to hammer drill safety rules. If you use this power
tool unsafely or incorrectly, you can suffer serious
personal injury.
1. Wear ear protectors
Exposure to noise can cause hearing loss.
2. Use auxiliary handles supplied with the tool.
Loss of control can cause personal injury.
3. Hold power tools by insulated gripping
surfaces when performing an operation where
the cutting tool may contact hidden wiring or
its own cord. Contact with a "live" wire will make
exposed metal parts of the tool "live" and shock
the operator.
4. Always be sure you have a firm footing.
Be sure no one is below when using the tool in
high locations.
5. Hold the tool firmly with both hands.
6. Keep hands away from rotating parts.
7. Do not leave the tool running. Operate the tool
only when hand-held.
8. Do not touch the bit or the workpiece
immediately after operation; they may be
extremely hot and could burn your skin.
9. Some material contains chemicals which may
be toxic. Take caution to prevent dust
inhalation and skin contact. Follow material
supplier safety data.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
WARNING:
MISUSE or failure to follow the safety rules stated in
this instruction manual may cause serious personal
injury.

FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION

CAUTION:
Always be sure that the tool is switched off and
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unplugged before adjusting or checking function on
the tool.
GEB003-2
with impact drills.
Switch action
Fig.1
CAUTION:
Before plugging in the tool, always check to see
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that the switch trigger actuates properly and
returns to the "OFF" position when released.
To start the tool, simply pull the switch trigger. Tool
speed is increased by increasing pressure on the switch
trigger. Release the switch trigger to stop.
For continuous operation, pull the switch trigger and
then push in the lock button.
To stop the tool from the locked position, pull the switch
trigger fully, then release it.
Lighting up the lamps
For Model HP1620F, HP1621F
Fig.2
CAUTION:
Do not look in the light or see the source of light
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directly.
To turn on the lamp, pull the trigger. Release the trigger
to turn it off.
NOTE:
Use a dry cloth to wipe the dirt off the lens of lamp.
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Be careful not to scratch the lens of lamp, or it may
lower the illumination.
Never use gasoline or thinner to clean the lens of
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the lamp, or it will be damaged.
Reversing switch action
Fig.3
This tool has a reversing switch to change the direction
of rotation. Move the reversing switch to the
(A side) for clockwise rotation or the
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.
If the switch trigger can not be depressed, check to
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see that the reversing switch is fully set to
position (A side) or
Selecting the action mode
Fig.4
This tool has an action mode change lever. For rotation
with hammering, slide the action mode change lever to
the right ( symbol). For rotation only, slide the action
mode change lever to the left (
4
position
position (B side)
(B side).
symbol).