Operation; Screwdriving Operation - Makita DA302D Instruction Manual

1. Screw
2. Set plate

OPERATION

Installing set plate (optional accessory)
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Always install the set plate when using battery cartridges
9100, 9102, 9101A for DA392D and 1200, 1202, 1201A for
DA312D. Install the set plate on the tool with the screw pro-
vided.
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Screwdriving operation

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Place the point of the driver bit in the screw head and apply
pressure to the tool. Start the tool slowly and then increase
the speed gradually. Release the trigger just as the screw
bottoms out. If the trigger is not released, the screw may strip
out the hole or the screw and/or bit may be damaged.
NOTE:
• Make sure that the driver bit is inserted straight in the
screw head, or the screw and/or bit may be damaged.
• When driving wood screws, predrill pilot holes to make
driving easier and to prevent splitting of the workpiece.
See the chart.
• If the tool is operated continuously until the battery
cartridge has discharged, allow the tool to rest for 15
minutes before proceeding with a fresh battery.
Drilling operation
Drilling in wood
When drilling in wood, the best results are obtained with
wood drills equipped with a guide screw. The guide screw
makes drilling easier by pulling the bit into the workpiece.
Nominal diameter of
wood screw (mm)
3.1 (1/8")
3.5 (9/64")
3.8 (5/32")
4.5 (11/64")
Recommended size
of pilot hole (mm)
2.0 - 2.2 (5/64" - 3/32")
2.2 - 2.5 (3/32" - 3/32")
2.5 - 2.8 (3/32" - 7/64")
2.9 - 3.2 (7/64" - 1/8")
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