Makita BCG180 Instruction Manual page 7

To start the tool, push the trigger-lock button from B side
and pull the switch trigger. Tool speed is increased by
increasing pressure on the switch trigger. Release the
switch trigger to stop.
After use, press in the trigger-lock button from A side.
Lighting up the lamp
CAUTION:
• Do not look in the light or see the source of light
directly. (Fig. 6)
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 the
switch trigger is released.
NOTE:
• Use a dry cloth to wipe the dirt off the lens of lamp. Be
careful not to scratch the lens of lamp, or it may lower
the illumination.
• When the tool is overheated, the lamp flickers. Cool
down the tool fully before operating again.
Drip preventive function
The motor keeps running for a short time even after the
trigger is released. It releases the pressure of the caulking
material and prevents dripping.
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.
• Always place the tool on the ground or workbench
when carrying out any assembling work. The tool
without being held tight may loose balance and cause
injury.
Installing holder joint (Fig. 7)
Attach the holder joint firmly along the tool, set the plate,
and fix them with screws tightly.
To remove the holder joint, follow above procedure in
reverse.
NOTE:
• There are two types of holders (optional accessory),
short holder (300 ml) and long holder (600 ml). Use
appropriate holder joint accordingly.
Installing rod and piston (Fig. 8 & 9)
Insert the rod into the slit of the tool.
Attach the piston and tighten it with a screw.
To remove the rod and piston, follow the installation
procedure in reverse.
NOTICE:
• The teeth on the rod must point down.
• There are three types of pistons. Piston A for
cartridges. Piston B for film type packs. Piston C for
direct filling.
• Choose appropriate piston in accordance with the type
of caulking material container. Improper piston may
cause leakage or tool breakage.
• There are two types of rods. The short rod for the short
holder (300 ml), and the long rod for long holder
(600 ml). Use appropriate rod in accordance with
holder type.
• Always keep the rod and piston clean. Adhering caulk
may damage the tool.
Installing holder (Fig. 10 & 11)
Hold the bottom of the holder and the holder joint, then
turn the holder clockwise. Tighten it firmly until it stops.
Make sure the holder is tightened firmly. Otherwise the
tool may be damaged.
To remove the holder, turn it counter clockwise.
NOTE:
• You can rotate the holder in accordance with required
situations to facilitate the operation.
• The short holder (300 ml) is intended for the cartridges
only. Use only piston A with short holder (300 ml), and
do not use it with film type packs or direct filling. Also
use appropriate rod in accordance with the holder type.
Installing cartridge
NOTICE:
• Make sure the piston A is attached to the rod. Do not
use other type of piston for cartridge.
Installing the cartridge into the short holder (300 ml)
(Fig. 12)
Pull the rod handle backwards slowly until it stops.
(Fig. 13)
Insert the cartridge into the holder as illustrated.
Push the rod gently until the piston touches the bottom of
the cartridge.
To remove the cartridge, pull the rod backwards until it
stops, then lift out the cartridge.
Installing the cartridge into the long holder (600 ml)
(Fig. 14)
Remove the holder cap from the holder.
Pull the rod handle backwards slowly until it stops.
(Fig. 15)
Insert the cartridge into the holder.
Attach the holder cap. Make sure it is tightened firmly.
Push the rod gently until the piston touches the bottom of
the cartridge.
To remove the cartridge, remove the holder cap, then take
out the cartridge.
NOTICE:
• Always check the cartridge for puncture or damage
before installing. Do not use damaged cartridge,
otherwise the tool may be damaged.
• When using a partially used cartridge, remove any
adhered material on the cartridge.
Installing film type pack
NOTICE:
• Make sure the piston B is attached to the rod. Do not
use other type of piston for film type pack.
• Film type pack can be installed in the long holder
(600 ml) only.
Remove the holder cap, the nozzle and the rubber ring
from the holder.
Pull the rod handle backwards slowly until it stops.
(Fig. 16)
Cut off the tip of the film type pack.
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