Additional Safety Rules; Operating Instructions - Makita 6823 Instruction Manual

Power tool use and care
16. Do not force the power tool. Use the correct
power tool for your application. The correct power
tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for
which it was designed.
17. Do not use the power tool if the switch does not
turn it on and off. Any power tool that cannot be
controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be
repaired.
18. Disconnect the plug from the power source and/
or the battery pack from the power tool before
making any adjustments, changing accessories,
or storing power tools. Such preventive safety
measures reduce the risk of starting the power tool
accidentally.
19. Store idle power tools out of the reach of chil-
dren and do not allow persons unfamiliar with
the power tool or these instructions to operate
the power tool. Power tools are dangerous in the
hands of untrained users.
20. Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment or
binding of moving parts, breakage of parts and
any other condition that may affect the power
tools operation. If damaged, have the power tool
repaired before use. Many accidents are caused by
poorly maintained power tools.
21. Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly
maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges
are less likely to bind and are easier to control.
22. Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits
etc. in accordance with these instructions and in
the manner intended for the particular type of
power tool, taking into account the working con-
ditions and the work to be performed. Use of the
power tool for operations different from those
intended could result in a hazardous situation.
Service
23. Have your power tool serviced by a qualified
repair person using only identical replacement
parts. This will ensure that the safety of the power
tool is maintained.
24. Follow instruction for lubricating and changing
accessories.
25. Keep handles dry, clean and free from oil and
grease.

ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES

1. Always be sure you have a firm footing.
Be sure no one is below when using the tool
in high locations.
2. Hold the tool firmly.
3. Keep hands away from rotating parts.
4. When driving into walls, floors or wherever
"live" electrical wires may be encountered,
DO NOT TOUCH ANY METAL PARTS OF THE
TOOL!
Hold the tool only by the insulated grasping
surfaces to prevent electric shock if you drive
into a "live" wire.
5. Do not touch the bit or the workpiece immedi-
ately after operation; they may be extremely
hot and could burn your skin.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Depth adjustment
The depth can be adjusted by turning the locking
sleeve. Turn it in "A" direction for less depth and in "B"
direction for more depth. One full turn of the locking
sleeve equals 1.5 mm change in depth. (Fig. 1)
Adjust the locking sleeve so that the distance
between the tip of the locator and the screw head is
approximately 1 mm as shown in Fig. 2 or 3. Drive a
trial screw into your material or a piece of duplicate
material. If the depth is still not suitable for the screw,
continue adjusting until you obtain the proper depth
setting. (Fig. 2 & 3)
Removing or installing bit (Fig. 4 & 5)
Important:
Always be sure that the tool is switched off and
unplugged before removing or installing the bit.
To remove the bit, first pull the locator out of the lock-
ing sleeve. Then grasp the bit with a pair of pliers and
pull the bit out of the magnetic bit holder. Sometimes,
it helps to wiggle the bit with the pliers as you pull. To
install the bit, push it firmly into the magnetic bit
holder. Then install the locator by pushing it firmly
back onto the locking sleeve.
Switch action (Fig. 6)
CAUTION:
Before plugging in the tool, always check to see 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 opera-
tion, pull the switch trigger and then push in the lock but-
ton. To stop the tool from the locked position, pull the
switch trigger fully, then release it.
NOTE:
Even with the switch on and motor running, the bit
will not rotate until you fit the point of the bit in the
screw head and apply forward pressure to engage
the clutch.
Reversing switch action (Fig. 7)
CAUTION:
• Always check the direction of rotation before opra-
tion.
• Use the reversing switch only after the tool comes
to a complete stop. Charging the direction of rota-
tion before the tool stops may damage the tool.
This tool has a reversing switch to change the direc-
tion of rotation. Move the reversing switch lever to the
"A" side for clockwise rotation or the "B" side for
counterclockwise rotation.