Overload Protection; Overheat Protection; Overdischarge Protection - Makita DPB183 Instruction Manual

Tool / battery protection system
The tool is equipped with a tool/battery protection sys-
tem. This system automatically cuts off power to the
motor to extend tool and battery life. The tool will auto-
matically stop during operation if the tool or battery is
placed under one of the following conditions:

Overload protection

When the battery is operated in a manner that causes
it to draw an abnormally high current, the tool automat-
ically stops without any indication. In this situation, turn
the tool off and stop the application that caused the tool
to become overloaded. Then turn the tool on to restart.

Overheat protection

When the tool is overheated, the tool stops automatically
and the lamp starts blinking. In this situation, let the tool
and battery cool before turning the tool on again.

Overdischarge protection

When the battery capacity is not enough, the tool stops
automatically. In this case, remove the battery from the
tool and charge the battery.
Hook
CAUTION:
Never hang the tool at high or
potentially unstable location.
The hook is convenient for hanging the tool temporarily.
To use the hook, simply lift up hook until it snaps into
the open position.
When not in use, always lower hook until it snaps into
the closed position.
Open position
► Fig.4: 1. Hook
Closed position
► Fig.5: 1. Hook
Switch action
WARNING:
Before installing the battery car-
tridge into the tool, always check to see that the
switch trigger actuates properly and returns to
the "OFF" position when released.
WARNING:
NEVER defeat the lock-off button
by taping down or some other means. A switch with
a negated lock-off button may result in unintentional
operation and serious personal injury.
WARNING:
NEVER use the tool if it runs when you
simply pull the switch trigger without pressing the lock-off
button. A switch in need of repair may result in unintentional
operation and serious personal injury. Return tool to a Makita
service center for proper repairs BEFORE further usage.
To prevent the switch trigger from being accidentally
pulled, a lock-off button is provided. To start the tool,
depress the lock-off button and pull the switch trigger.
Tool speed is increased by increasing pressure on the
switch trigger. Release the switch trigger to stop.
► Fig.6: 1. Lock-off button 2. Switch trigger
Speed adjusting dial
► Fig.7: 1. Speed adjusting dial
The tool speed can be infinitely adjusted between 1.3
m/s and 3.2 m/s by turning the adjusting dial. Higher
speed is obtained when the dial is turned in the direc-
tion of number 6; lower speed is obtained when it is
turned in the direction of number 1.
Select the proper speed for the workpiece to be cut.
NOTICE:
When changing the speed dial from "6"
to "1", turn the dial counterclockwise. Do not turn
the dial clockwise forcibly.
NOTICE:
Plastic materials may melt when cut-
ting at high speeds.
Lighting up the front lamp
CAUTION:
Do not look in the light or see the
source of light directly.
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 approximately 10 seconds after releasing the switch trigger.
► Fig.8: 1. Lamp
NOTE: Do not apply impact to the lamp, which may
cause damage or shorted service time to it.
NOTE: Use a dry cloth to wipe the dirt off the lens of
the lamp. Be careful not to scratch the lens of lamp, or
it may lower the illumination.
NOTE: When the tool is overheated, the lamp blinks
for one minute, and then goes off. In this case, cool
down the tool before operating again.
ASSEMBLY
CAUTION:
Always be sure that the tool is
switched off and the battery cartridge is removed
before carrying out any work on the tool.
Installing or removing the band saw blade
CAUTION:
Oil on the band saw blade can
cause the blade to slip or come off unexpectedly.
Wipe off all excess oil with a cloth before install-
ing the band saw blade.
CAUTION:
Always wear protective gloves
when handling the band saw blade.
CAUTION:
Use caution when handling the
band saw blade to avoid cut by the sharp edge of
the blade teeth.
CAUTION:
Keep your body away from
the band saw blade when checking the blade
movement.
CAUTION:
When turning the blade tightening
lever clockwise to release the tension on the band
saw blade, point the tool downward because the
band saw blade may come off unexpectedly.
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