Maintenance; Optional Accessories; Removing Jammed Nails - Makita DBN500 Instruction Manual

Driving nails
CAUTION:
• Always be sure to first place the contact element
against the workpiece before pulling the trigger.
Select the nailing mode by pressing the mode selecting
button as mentioned in the section "Nailing mode
selection".
Intermittent nailing (sequential mode) (Fig. 15)
To drive a nail, set the lock button to the "FREE" position.
Place the contact element against the workpiece and pull
the trigger. Release the trigger after each operation.
Continuous/intermittent nailing (continuous mode)
(Fig. 16)
When the tool is set to continuous mode, you can operate
either continuous or intermittent nailing.
To drive a nail, set the lock button to the "FREE" position.
- For continuous nailing, pull the trigger first and then
place the contact element against the workpiece. For
the next actuation, you do not need to release the
trigger.
- For intermittent nailing, place the contact element
against the workpiece and pull the trigger. For the next
actuation, you need to reset the trigger first.
NOTE:
• This tool stops automatically under the following
conditions:
- If you release the trigger or contact element from
workpiece before the tool finishes the operation
completely.
In this situation, pull the trigger again until the tool turns
into standby.
- When keep either pulling the trigger or placing the
contact element about 5 seconds without another
action.
In this case, release the trigger or the contact element
from workpiece to restart the operation.
Anti dry fire mechanism
This tool is equipped with an anti dry fire mechanism. It
automatically stops driving nails when the remaining nails
finish. In this case, load more nails to resume operation.

Removing jammed nails

WARNING:
• Always make sure that the trigger is released, and the
battery cartridge and nails are removed before
removing jammed nails.
Remove hex bolts they are securing the driver guide
cover with the hex wrench.
Take the jammed nails from the nail guide groove that has
appeared.
Secure the driver guide cover with hex bolts in the correct
order. Tighten the hex bolt A, B and then C. (Fig. 17)
NOTE:
• After securing the driver guide cover, always make sure
that the driver guide cover actuates properly. If it does
not actuate properly, remove hex bolts and install the
driver guide cover again.
Nails (Fig. 18)
Handle nails and their box carefully. If the nails have been
handled roughly, they may be out of shape or their
connector breaks, causing poor nail feed.
Avoid storing nails in a very humid or hot place or place
exposed to direct sunlight. (Fig. 19)

MAINTENANCE

CAUTION:
• Always be sure that the tool is switched off and the
battery cartridge and nails are removed before
attempting to perform inspection or maintenance.
• Never use gasoline, benzine, thinner, alcohol or the
like. Discoloration, deformation or cracks may result.
Cleaning of magazine
When the pusher in the magazine does not move
smoothly because of dust, sand, chips or other foreign
matters, clean the magazine.
To remove the slide door, loosen the hex bolt on the
magazine. (Fig. 20)
Pull the pusher from the slide door and then remove the
stopper, sleeves and springs.
After cleaning, install the whole parts into the slide door.
To install them, take the following procedure. (Fig. 21)
1. Install the large spring into the slide door.
2. Install the parts onto the pusher in the correct order,
sleeve, small spring and then stopper.
3. Install the pusher with the other parts onto the slide
door.
NOTE:
• When you pull out the pusher from the slide door, the
parts in the slide door may bounce out.
• When you install the pusher with the other parts to the
slide door, make slight spaces between the pusher and
sleeves.
To maintain product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs,
any other maintenance or adjustment should be
performed by Makita Authorized Service Centers, always
using Makita replacement parts.

OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES

CAUTION:
• These accessories or attachments are recommended
for use with your Makita tool specified in this manual.
The use of any other accessories or attachments might
present a risk of injury to persons. Only use accessory
or attachment for its stated purpose.
If you need any assistance for more details regarding
these accessories, ask your local Makita Service Center.
• Nails
• Makita genuine battery and charger
• Safety goggles
NOTE:
• Some items in the list may be included in the tool
package as standard accessories. They may differ from
country to country.
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