Overheat Protection; Overdischarge Protection; Electronic Function; Switch Action - Makita PB002G Instruction Manual

Overheat protection

When the tool/battery is overheated, the tool stops
automatically. In this situation, let the tool and battery
cool before turning the tool on again.
NOTE: When the tool is overheated, the lamp blinks.

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.
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.
Electric brake
This tool is equipped with an electric brake. If the tool
consistently fails to quickly stop after the switch trigger
is released, have the tool serviced at a Makita service
center.

Electronic function

The tools equipped with electronic function are easy to
operate because of the following feature(s).
Constant speed control
Electronic speed control for obtaining constant speed.
Possible to get fine finish, because the rotating speed is
kept constant even under load condition.

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 press-
ing 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.3
► 1 . Lock-off button 2. Switch trigger
Speed adjusting dial
Fig.4
► 1 . Speed adjusting dial
The tool speed can be steplessly adjusted between 0.8
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:
The speed adjusting dial can be turned
only as far as 6 and back to 1. Do not force it past
6 or 1, or the speed adjusting function may no
longer work.
NOTICE:
Plastic materials may melt when cut-
ting at high speeds.
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