Functional Description; Drill Safety Warnings - Makita da6301 Instruction Manual

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000230
Tomoyasu Kato
Makita Corporation
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Anjo, Aichi, JAPAN
General Power Tool Safety
Warnings
WARNING Read all safety warnings and all
instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and
instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or
serious injury.
Save all warnings and instructions for
future reference.

DRILL SAFETY WARNINGS

1. Use auxiliary handle(s), if supplied with the
tool. Loss of control can cause personal injury.
2. Hold power
surfaces, when performing an operation
where the cutting accessory
hidden wiring or its own cord. Cutting
accessory contacting a "live" wire may make
exposed metal parts of the power tool "live" and
could give the operator an electric shock.
3. Always be sure you have a firm footing.
Be sure no one is below when using the tool in
high locations.
4. Hold the tool firmly.
5. Keep hands away from rotating parts.
6. Do not leave the tool running. Operate the tool
only when hand-held.
7. Do not touch the drill bit or the workpiece
immediately after operation; they may be
extremely hot and could burn your skin.
8. Some material contains chemicals which may
be toxic. Take caution to prevent dust
inhalation and skin contact. Follow material
supplier safety data.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
30.1.2009
Director
tool by insulated
may contact
WARNING:
DO NOT let comfort or familiarity with product
(gained from repeated use) replace strict adherence
to safety rules for the subject product. MISUSE or
failure to follow the safety rules stated in this
instruction manual may cause serious personal
injury.

FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION

CAUTION:
Always be sure that the tool is switched off and
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unplugged before adjusting or checking function on
the tool.
Switch action
Fig.1
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CAUTION:
Before plugging in the tool, always check to see
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that the switch trigger actuates properly and returns
to the "OFF" position when released.
Change the direction of rotation only when the tool
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comes to a complete stop. Changing it before the
tool stops may damage the tool.
The switch is reversible, providing either clockwise or
counterclockwise rotation. To start the tool, simply pull
the lower part of the switch trigger for clockwise or the
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upper part for counterclockwise. Release the switch
trigger to stop.
Speed change
Fig.2
gripping
To change the speed, pull the pin and slide the button to
the "L" position for low speed or the "H" position for high
speed. If the button does not slide easily, turn the chuck
slightly in either direction while sliding the button.
ASSEMBLY
CAUTION:
Always be sure that the tool is switched off and
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unplugged before carrying out any work on the tool.
Spade grip
Fig.3
Fig.4
The spade grip can be installed in either of the positions
as shown in the figure. To change the location of the
spade grip from one position to the other, loosen the hex
bolts with a wrench and turn the spade grip to another
position. Then tighten the hex bolts securely.
Installing or removing drill bit
Fig.5
To install the bit, place it in the chuck as far as it will go.
Tighten the chuck by hand. Place the chuck key in each
of the three holes and tighten clockwise. Be sure to
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