Speed change (Fig. 6)
To change the speed, first switch off the tool and then
slide the speed change lever to the "A" side (2) for high
speed or "B" side (1) for low speed. Be sure that the
speed change lever is set to the correct position before
operation. Use the right speed for your job.
CAUTION:
• Always set the speed change lever fully to the correct
position. If you operate the tool with the speed change
lever positioned half-way between the "A" side (2) and
"B" side (1), the tool may be damaged.
• Do not use the speed change lever while the tool is run-
ning. The tool may be damaged.
Operation
CAUTION:
• Always insert the battery cartridge all the way until it
locks in place. If you can see the red part on the upper
side of the button, it is not locked completely. Insert it
fully until the red part cannot be seen. If not, it may
accidentally fall out of the tool, causing injury to you or
someone around you.
• When operating overhead, make sure the battery car-
tridge is locked securely so that it will not be fallen out
of the tool. If not, it may accidentally fall out of the tool,
causing injury to you or someone around you.
Hold the tool firmly and place the point of the driver bit in
the screw head. Apply forward pressure to the tool to the
extent that the bit will not slip off the screw and turn the
tool on to start operation.
NOTE:
• Make sure that the driver bit is inserted straight in the
screw head.
• When driving wood screws, predrill pilot holes to make
driving easier and to prevent splitting of the workpiece.
• If the tool is operated continuously until the battery car-
tridge has discharged, allow the tool to rest for 15 min-
utes before proceeding with a fresh battery.
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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.
Replacement of carbon brushes (Fig. 7 & 8)
Replace carbon brushes when they are worn down to the
limit mark. Both identical carbon brushes should be
replaced at the same time.
To maintain product safety and reliability, repairs, mainte-
nance or adjustment should be carried out by a Makita
Authorized Service Center.