Functional Description; Switch Action - Makita M8100 Instruction Manual

FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION

CAUTION:
Always be sure that the tool is
switched off and unplugged before adjusting or
checking function on the tool.

Switch action

WARNING:
Before plugging in the tool, always
check to see that the switch trigger actuates properly
and returns to the "OFF" position when released.
► 1 . Switch trigger 2. Lock button
To start the tool, simply pull the switch trigger. Tool
speed is increased by increasing pressure on the switch
trigger. Release the switch trigger to stop.
For continuous operation, pull the switch trigger, push in the lock
button and then release the switch trigger. To stop the tool from
the locked position, pull the switch trigger fully, then release it.
CAUTION:
Switch can be locked in "ON" posi-
tion for ease of operator comfort during extended
use. Apply caution when locking tool in "ON"
position and maintain firm grasp on tool.
Reversing switch action
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 direc-
tion of rotation before the tool stops may damage the tool.
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B
► 1 . Reversing switch lever
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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.
Selecting the action mode
CAUTION:
Always slide the action mode chang-
ing lever all the way to your desired mode position.
If you operate the tool with the lever positioned halfway
between the mode symbols, the tool may be damaged.
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► 1 . Action mode changing lever
This tool has an action mode changing lever. For rota-
tion with hammering, slide the action mode changing
lever to the right (
action mode changing lever to the left (
ASSEMBLY
Installing side grip (auxiliary handle)
CAUTION:
Always be sure that the tool is switched off
and unplugged before installing or removing the side grip.
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► 1 . Grip base 2. Teeth 3. Side grip (auxiliary handle)
4. Protrusion 5. Loosen 6. Tighten
Always use the side grip to ensure operating safety.
Install the side grip so that the teeth on the grip fit in
between the protrusions on the tool barrel. Then tighten
the grip by turning clockwise at the desired position. It
may be swung 360° so as to be secured at any position.
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symbol). For rotation only, slide the
symbol).
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