Overheat protection
When the tool/battery is overheated, the tool stops
automatically. In this situation, let the tool/battery cool
before turning the tool on again.
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.
Main power switch
WARNING:
Always turn off the main power
switch when not in use.
To stand by the tool, press the main power button until the main
power lamp lights up. To turn off, press the main power button again.
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► 1. Main power button
NOTE: This tool employs the auto power-off function. To
avoid unintentional start up, the main power switch will auto-
matically shut down when the switch trigger is not pulled for
a certain period after the main power switch is turned on.
Switch action
CAUTION:
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.
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► 1. Switch trigger
To start the tool, pull the switch trigger with the main power
switch on. Tool speed is increased by increasing pressure
on the switch trigger. Release the switch trigger to stop.
NOTE: The tool automatically stops if you keep pull-
ing the switch trigger for about 6 minutes.
Electric brake
This tool is equipped with an electric brake. If the tool
consistently fails to quickly stop after the switch trigger
is released, have the tool serviced at a Makita service
center.
Lighting up the front lamp
CAUTION:
Do not look in the light or see the
source of light directly.
► 1. Lamp
Pull the switch trigger to light up the lamp. The lamp
keeps on lighting while the switch trigger is being pulled.
The lamp goes out approximately 10 seconds after
releasing the switch trigger.
NOTE: When the tool is overheated, the tool stops
automatically and the lamp starts flashing. In this
case, release the switch trigger. The lamp turns off in
5 minute.
NOTE: Use a dry cloth to wipe the dirt off the lens of
the lamp. Be careful not to scratch the lens of lamp, or
it may lower the illumination.
Reversing switch action
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► 1. Reversing switch lever
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