Makita BDF460 Instruction Manual page 12

Adjusting the fastening torque
The fastening torque can be adjusted in 17
steps by turning the adjusting ring so that
its graduations are aligned with the pointer
on the tool body. The fastening torque is
minimum when the number 1 is aligned
with the pointer, and maximum when the
fimarking is aligned with the pointer.
The clutch will slip at various torque levels
when set at the number 1 to 16. The clutch
is designed not to slip at the
fj
marking.
Before actual operation, drive a trial screw
into your material or a piece of duplicate
material to determine which torque level is
required for a particular application.
NOTE:
Adjusting ring
Graduations Drill marking
Pointer
The adjusting ring does not lock when the pointer is positioned only half-way between
*Do not operate the tool with the adjusting ring set between the number 16 and
the graduations.
the
fi
marking. The tool may be damaged.
ASSEMBLY
Installing or removing driver bit or drill bit
CAUTION:
Always be sure that the tool is switched off and the battery cartridge is removed before
installing or removing the bit.
Turn the sleeve counterclockwise to open the chuck jaws. Place the bit in the chuck as far
as it will go. Turn the sleeve clockwise to tighten the chuck. To remove the bit, turn the
sleeve counterclockwise.
When not using the driver bit, keep it in the bit holders. Bits 45 mm (1-3/4") long can be
kept there.
Tighten
&
. Sleeve
Bit
Bit
holder
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