Makita DHS680Z Instruction Manual page 9

To prevent the switch trigger from being accidentally
pulled, a lock-off lever is provided. To start the tool, press
the lock-off lever and pull the switch trigger. Release the
switch trigger to stop.
WARNING:
• For your safety, this tool is equipped with lock-off lever
which prevents the tool from unintended starting.
NEVER use the tool if it runs when you simply pull the
switch trigger without pressing the lock-off lever. Return
tool to a MAKITA service center for proper repairs
BEFORE further usage.
• NEVER tape down or defeat purpose and function of
lock-off lever.
Indicating remaining battery capacity
(Fig. 10)
When you turn the tool on, the battery indicator shows the
remaining battery capacity.
The remaining battery capacity is shown as the following
table.
Battery indicator status
: On : Off
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Automatic speed change function
(Fig. 11)
Mode indicator status
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This tool has "high speed mode" and "high torque mode".
It automatically changes operation mode depending on
the work load. When mode indicator lights up during
operation, the tool is in high torque mode.
Tool/battery protection system
The tool is equipped with a tool/battery protection system.
This system automatically cuts off power to the motor to
extend tool and battery life.
Remaining battery
capacity
: Blinking
50% - 100%
20% - 50%
0% - 20%
Charge the battery
Operation mode
High speed mode
High torque mode
The tool will automatically stop during operation if the tool
or battery are placed under one of the following
conditions. In some conditions, the indicator lights up.
Overload protection
When the tool is operated in a manner that causes it to
draw an abnormally high current, the tool automatically
stops without any indications. 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 for tool
When the tool is overheated, the tool stops automatically
and the battery indicator shows following state. In this
situation, let the tool cool before turning the tool on again.
Battery indicator
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Releasing protection lock
When the protection system works repeatedly, the tool is
locked and the battery indicator shows the following state.
Battery indicator
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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.
Adjusting depth of cut
CAUTION:
• After adjusting the depth of cut, always tighten the lever
securely.
Loosen the lever on the side of the rear handle and move
the base up or down. At the desired depth of cut, secure
the base by tightening the lever. (Fig. 12)
For cleaner, safer cuts, set cut depth so that no more than
one blade tooth projects below workpiece. Using proper
cut depth helps to reduce potential for dangerous
KICKBACKS which can cause personal injury.
Bevel cutting
Loosen the front lever. Set for the desired angle (0° - 50°)
by tilting accordingly, then tighten the front lever securely.
(Fig. 13)
Use the 45° stopper when you do precise 45° angle
cutting. Turn the stopper counterclockwise fully for bevel
cut (0° - 45°) and turn it clockwise for 0° - 50° bevel cuts.
(Fig. 14)
Sighting (Fig. 15)
For straight cuts, align the 0° position on the front of the
base with your cutting line. For 45° bevel cuts, align the
: On : Off : Blinking
Tool is overheated
: On : Off : Blinking
Protection lock works
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