Overheat Protection; Overdischarge Protection - Makita GA039G Instruction Manual

Overheat protection

When the tool/battery is overheated, the tool stops
automatically. Let the tool cool down 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.
Releasing protection lock
When the protection system works repeatedly, the tool is locked.
In this situation, the tool does not start even if turning
the tool off and on. To release the protection lock,
remove the battery, set it to the battery charger and wait
until the charging finishes.
Protections against other causes
Protection system is also designed for other causes
that could damage the tool and allows the tool to stop
automatically. Take all the following steps to clear the
causes, when the tool has been brought to a temporary
halt or stop in operation.
1. Turn the tool off, and then turn it on again to
restart.
2. Charge the battery(ies) or replace it/them with
recharged battery(ies).
3. Let the tool and battery(ies) cool down.
If no improvement can be found by restoring protection
system, then contact your local Makita Service Center.
Switch action
CAUTION:
Before installing the battery car-
tridge into the tool, always check to see that the
slide switch actuates properly and returns to the
"OFF" position when the rear of the slide switch
is depressed.
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.
To start the tool, press down the rear end of the slide
switch and then slide it toward the "I (ON)" position. For
continuous operation, press down the front end of the
slide switch to lock it.
Fig.3
► 1. Slide switch
To stop the tool, press down the rear end of the slide
switch so that it returns to the "O (OFF)" position.
Fig.4
► 1. Slide switch
Speed adjusting dial
The rotation speed of the tool can be changed by turn-
ing the speed adjusting dial. The table below shows
the number on the dial and the corresponding rotation
speed.
Fig.5
► 1. Speed adjusting dial
Number
1
2
3
4
5
NOTICE:
low speed for a long time, the motor will get over-
loaded, resulting in tool malfunction.
1
NOTICE:
only as far as 5 and back to 1. Do not force it past
5 or 1, or the speed adjusting function may no
longer work.
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1
Speed
3,000 min
4,500 min
6,000 min
7,500 min
8,500 min
If the tool is operated continuously at
The speed adjusting dial can be turned
1
-1
-1
-1
-1
-1