Maintenance; Optional Accessories - Makita DHR243 Instruction Manual

Drilling in wood or metal
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Use the optional drill chuck assembly. When installing it,
refer to "Installing or removing the bit" described on the
previous page.
Set the action mode changing knob so that the pointer
points to the symbol.
For model DHR243
CAUTION:
Never use "rotation with hammering" when the drill
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chuck assembly is installed on the tool. The drill
chuck assembly may be damaged. Also, the drill
chuck will come off when reversing the tool.
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Use the quick change drill chuck as standard equipment.
When installing it, refer to "changing the quick change
chuck for SDS-plus " described on the previous page.
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Hold the ring and turn the sleeve counterclockwise to
open the chuck jaws. Place the bit in the chuck as far as
it will go. Hold the ring firmly and turn the sleeve
clockwise to tighten the chuck. To remove the bit, hold
the ring and turn the sleeve counterclockwise.
Set the action mode changing knob to the
You can drill up to 13 mm diameter in metal and up to
32 mm diameter in wood.
CAUTION:
Never use "rotation with hammering" when the
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quick change drill chuck is installed on the tool.
The quick change drill chuck may be damaged.
Also, the drill chuck will come off when reversing
the tool.
Pressing excessively on the tool will not speed up
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the drilling. In fact, this excessive pressure will
only serve to damage the tip of your bit, decrease
the tool performance and shorten the service life
of the tool.
There is a tremendous twisting force exerted on
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the tool/bit at the time of hole breakthrough. Hold
the tool firmly and exert care when the bit begins
to break through the workpiece.
A stuck bit can be removed simply by setting the
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reversing switch to reverse rotation in order to
back out. However, the tool may back out abruptly
if you do not hold it firmly.
Always secure small workpieces in a vise or
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similar hold-down device.

MAINTENANCE

CAUTION:
Always be sure that the tool is switched off and the
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battery cartridge is removed before attempting to
perform inspection or maintenance.
Never use gasoline, benzine, thinner, alcohol or
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the like. Discoloration, deformation or cracks may
result.
To maintain product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs,
carbon brush inspection and replacement, any other
maintenance or adjustment should be performed by
Makita Authorized Service Centers, always using Makita
replacement parts.

OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES

CAUTION:
These
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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
attachment for its stated purpose.
If you need any assistance for more details regarding
these accessories, ask your local Makita Service Center.
SDS-Plus Carbide-tipped bits
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Bull point
symbol.
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Cold chisel
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Scaling chisel
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Grooving chisel
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Drill chuck assembly
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Drill chuck S13
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Chuck adapter
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Chuck key S13
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Bit grease
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Side grip
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Depth gauge
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Blow-out bulb
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Dust cup
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Dust extractor attachment
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Safety goggles
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Plastic carrying case
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Keyless drill chuck
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Various type of Makita genuine batteries and
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chargers
NOTE:
Some items in the list may be included in the tool
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package as standard accessories. They may differ
from country to country.
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accessories or attachments
persons. Only use
are
accessory or