Makita DFS250 Instruction Manual page 7

CAUTION:
Always check the direction of
rotation before operation.
CAUTION:
Use the reversing switch only after
the tool comes to a complete stop. Changing the
direction of rotation before the tool stops may dam-
age the tool.
CAUTION:
When not operating the tool,
always set the reversing switch lever to the neu-
tral position.
This tool has a reversing switch to change the direc-
tion of rotation. Move the reversing switch lever to the
position (A side) for clockwise rotation or to the posi-
tion (B side) for counterclockwise rotation.
When the reversing switch lever is in the neutral posi-
tion, the switch trigger cannot be pulled.
Depth adjustment
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Fig.7
► 1 . Locator
The depth can be adjusted by turning the locator. Turn
it in "B" direction for less depth and in "A" direction for
more depth. One full turn of the locator equals 2 mm
(1/16") change in depth.
For DFS250
3 mm (1/8")
Fig.8
► 1 . Locator
A
A
B
For DFS251
Fig.9
► 1 . Locator
Adjust the locator so that the distance between the tip
of the locator and the screw head is approximately 3
mm (1/8") as shown in the figures. Drive a trial screw
into your material or a piece of duplicate material. If the
depth is still not suitable for the screw, continue adjust-
B
ing until you obtain the proper depth setting.
Hook
CAUTION:
hanging the tool with the hook.
CAUTION:
or on potentially unstable surface.
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Fig.10
► 1 . Hook
The hook is convenient for temporarily hanging the tool.
ASSEMBLY
CAUTION:
switched off and the battery cartridge is removed
before carrying out any work on the tool.
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3 mm (1/8")
Always remove the battery when
Never hook the tool at high location
Always be sure that the tool is
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