Speed Change - Makita DDF481 Instruction Manual

When the LED display lights up but the tool does not
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work even with a recharged battery cartridge, cool down
the tool fully. If the condition does not change, have the
tool repaired by a Makita local service center.
Switch action
CAUTION:
Before installing the battery cartridge into the tool,
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always check to see that the switch trigger actuates
properly and returns to the "OFF" position when released.
Fig.5
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.
Lighting up the front lamp
CAUTION:
Do not look in the light or see the source of light directly.
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Fig.6
Pull the switch trigger to light up the lamp. The lamp keeps on
lighting while the switch trigger is being pulled. The lamp goes
out 10 -15 seconds after releasing the trigger.
NOTE:
When the tool is overheated, the tool stops automatically
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and the lamp starts flashing. In this case, release the
switch trigger. The lamp turns off in one minute.
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.
Reversing switch action
CAUTION:
Always check the direction of rotation before operation.
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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.
When not operating the tool, always set the
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reversing switch lever to the neutral position.
Fig.7
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.
When the reversing switch lever is in the neutral
position, the switch trigger cannot be pulled.

Speed change

CAUTION:
Always set the speed change lever fully to the correct
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position. If you operate the tool with the speed change
lever positioned halfway between the "1" side and, "2"
side, the tool may be damaged.
Do not use the speed change lever while the tool
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is running. The tool may be damaged.
Fig.8
To change the speed, first switch off the tool and then
slide the speed change lever to the "2" side for high
speed or, "1" side for low speed. Be sure that the speed
change lever is set to the correct position before
operation. Use the right speed for your job.
Selecting the action mode
CAUTION:
Always set the ring correctly to your desired mode mark.
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If you operate the tool with the ring positioned halfway
between the mode marks, the tool may be damaged.
Fig.9
This tool has an action mode changing ring. For drilling, turn
the ring so that the arrow on the tool body points toward the
mark on the ring. For screwing, turn the ring so that the
arrow points toward the
Adjusting the fastening torque
(screwdriver mode "
Fig.10
The fastening torque can be adjusted in 21 steps by
turning the adjusting ring so that its graduations are
aligned with the pointer on the tool body.
First, slide the action mode change lever to the position
of symbol.
The fastening torque is minimum when the number 1 is
aligned with the pointer, and maximum when the
marking is aligned with the pointer. The clutch will slip at
various torque levels when set at the number 1 to 21.
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 does not lock when the pointer
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is positioned
graduations.
ASSEMBLY
CAUTION:
Always be sure that the tool is switched off and the
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battery cartridge is removed before carrying out
any work on the tool.
Installing side grip (auxiliary handle)
Fig.11
Always use the side grip to ensure operating safety.
Insert the side grip so that the groove on the arm fit in
one of the counter parts on the tool. Then tighten the
grip by turning clockwise.
Depending the operations, you can install the side grip
either right or left side of the tool.
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mark on the ring.
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only halfway between the