Makita DGA454 Instruction Manual page 10

Battery indicator status
Blinking
On Off
015096
Automatic speed change function
Fig.5
Mode indicator status
015098
This tool has "high speed mode" and "high torque
mode". It automatically changes operation mode
depending on the work load. When mode indicator lights
up during operation, the tool is in high torque mode.
Tool / battery protection system
The tool is equipped with a tool/battery protection
system. This system automatically cuts off power to the
motor to extend tool and battery life.
The tool will automatically stop during operation if the
tool or battery is placed under one of the following
conditions. In some conditions, the indicator lights up.
Overload protection
When the tool is operated in a manner that causes it to
draw an abnormally high current, the tool automatically
stops without any indications. In this situation, turn the
tool off and stop the application that caused the tool to
become overloaded. Then turn the tool on to restart.
Overheat protection for tool
When the tool is
automatically and the battery indicator shows following
state. In this situation, let the tool cool before turning the
tool on again.
Battery indicator
015140
Remaining battery capacity
50% - 100%
20% - 50%
0% - 20%
Charge the battery
Operation mode
High speed mode
High torque mode
overheated, the tool
On Off Blinking
Tool is overheated
Releasing protection lock
When the protection system works repeatedly, the tool
is locked and the battery indicator shows the following
state.
Battery indicator
015200
In this situation, the tool does not start even if turning
the tool off and on. To release the protection lock,
remove the battery, set it to the battery charger and wait
until the charging finishes.
Shaft lock
CAUTION:
Never actuate the shaft lock when the spindle is
•
moving. The tool may be damaged.
Fig.6
Press the shaft lock to prevent spindle rotation when
installing or removing accessories.
ASSEMBLY
CAUTION:
Always be sure that the tool is switched off and the
•
battery cartridge is removed before carrying out
any work on the tool.
Installing side grip (handle)
CAUTION:
Always be sure that the side grip is installed
•
securely before operation.
Fig.7
Screw the side grip securely on the position of the tool
as shown in the figure.
Installing or removing wheel guard
(For depressed center wheel, multi disc /
abrasive cut-off wheel, diamond wheel)
WARNING:
When
•
stops wheel/Multi-disc, flex wheel, wire wheel brush, cut-
off wheel or diamond wheel, the wheel guard must
be fitted on the tool so that the closed side of the
guard always points toward the operator.
When using an abrasive cut-off / diamond wheel,
•
be sure to use only the special wheel guard
designed for use with cut-off wheels. (In some
European countries, when using a diamond wheel,
the ordinary guard can be used. Follow the
regulations in your country.)
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On Off
Protection lock works
using a depressed
Blinking
center grinding