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Overheat protection
When the tool or battery is overheated, the tool stops
automatically. In this case, 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.
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.
Fig.3
► 1 . Switch trigger
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.
Speed change
The revolutions and blows per minute can be changed
by turning the adjusting dial to a given number setting
from 1 to 5. Higher speed is obtained when the dial
is turned in the direction of number 5. Lower speed is
obtained when the dial is turned in the direction of num-
ber 1. A target speed can be obtained when the switch
trigger is fully squeezed.
Fig.4
► 1 . Adjusting dial
Refer to the table for the relationship between the num-
ber settings on the adjusting dial and the approximate
revolutions and blows per minute.
Number
5
4
3
2
1
1
CAUTION:
the tool is running. Failure to do so may result in
the loss of control of the tool and cause an injury.
NOTICE:
If the tool is operated continuously at
low speed for a long time, the motor will get over-
loaded, resulting in tool malfunction.
NOTICE:
The adjusting dial turns between num-
ber setting 1 and 5. Avoid turning the dial back
and forwards further as it may cause damage to
the tool.
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Revolutions per
Blows per minute
minute
840
760
550
350
300
Do not turn the adjusting dial when
4,500
4,070
2,950
1,880
1,610
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