4
7. When driving into walls, floors or wherever
“live” electrical wires may be encountered, DO
NOT TOUCH ANY METAL PARTS OF THE TOOL!
Hold the tool only by the insulated grasping sur-
faces to prevent electric shock if you drive into a
“live” wire.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Installing or removing battery cartridge (Fig. 1)
• Always switch off the tool before insertion or removal of
the battery cartridge.
• To remove the battery cartridge, pull out the set plate
on the tool and grasp both sides of the cartridge while
withdrawing it from the tool.
• To insert the battery cartridge, align the tongue on the
battery cartridge with the groove in the housing and slip
it into place. Snap the set plate back into place. Be sure
to close the set plate fully before using the tool.
• Do not use force when inserting the battery cartridge. If
the cartridge does not slide in easily, it is not being
inserted correctly.
Installing or removing the bit (Fig. 2)
Important:
Always be sure that the tool is switched off and the bat-
tery cartridge is removed before installing or removing
the bit.
For tool without sleeve to retain the bit
Use insert bits shown in figure. To install the bit, just
insert it into the spindle.
Adjusting the angle head (Fig. 3 & 4)
Important:
Always be sure that the tool is switched off and the bat-
tery cartridge is removed before adjusting the angle
head.
The angle head can be adjusted 360° (8 positions in 45-
degree increments). To adjust it, loosen the hex bolt and
remove the angle head. Adjust the angle head to the
desired position and reinstall it so that the teeth on the
housing will match up with the grooves in the angle head.
Then tighten the hex bolt to secure the angle head.
Switch action (Fig.5)
CAUTION:
Before inserting the battery cartridge into the tool, always
check to see that the switch lever actuates properly and
returns to the “OFF” position when released.
To start the tool, move the release button forward (A
direction) and squeeze the switch lever. Tool speed is
increased by increasing pressure on the switch lever. To
stop the tool, release the switch lever.
CAUTION:
After switching off, always move the release button back-
ward (B direction) to prevent the tool from being acciden-
tally switched on.
Reversing switch (Fig. 5)
CAUTION:
• Always check the direction of rotation before operation.
• Use the reversing switch only after the tool comes to a
complete stop. Changing the direction of rotation
before the tool stops may damage the tool.
This tool has a reversing switch to change the direction of
rotation. Slide the reversing switch down (Position F) for
clockwise rotation or slide it up (Position R) for counter-
clockwise rotation.
Operation
The proper fastening torque may differ depending upon
the kind or size of screws, the type of materials to be fas-
tened, etc. Before starting your job, always perform a test
operation to verify adequate fastening torque.
Straight head and ratchet head (Fig. 6 & 7)
Straight heads and ratchet heads are available as
optional accessories for various applications on the job.
MAINTENANCE
CAUTION:
Always be sure that the tool is switched off and the bat-
tery cartridge is removed before carrying out any work on
the tool.
To maintain product safety and reliability, repairs, mainte-
nance or adjustment should be carried out by a Makita
Authorized Service Center.
ACCESSORIES
CAUTION:
These accessories or attachments are recommended for
use with your Makita tool specified in this manual. The
use of any other accessories or attachments might
present a risk of injury to persons. Only use accessory or
attachment for its stated purpose.
If you need any assistance for more details regarding
these accessories, ask your local Makita service center.
• Straight head
• Ratchet head
• Battery cover
• Various type of Makita genuine batteries and chargers
• Plastic carrying case
