Functional Description; Maintenance - Makita HK0500 Instruction Manual

12. Do not touch the bit or parts close to the bit imme-
diately after operation; they may be extremely hot
and could burn your skin.
13. Do not operate the tool at no-load unnecessarily.
14. 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.
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
unplugged before adjusting or checking function on the
tool.
Switch action (Fig. 1)
CAUTION:
• Before plugging in the tool, always check to see that
the switch trigger actuates properly and returns to the
"OFF" position when released.
To start the tool, simply pull the switch trigger. Release the
switch trigger to stop.
Speed change (Fig. 2)
The blows per minute can be adjusted just by turning the
adjusting dial. This can be done even while the tool is run-
ning. The dial is marked 1 (lowest speed) to 6 (full speed).
Refer to the table below for the relationship between the
number settings on the adjusting dial and the blows per
minute.
Number on adjusting dial
6
5
4
3
2
1
CAUTION:
• The speed adjusting dial can be turned only as far as 6
and back to 1. Do not force it past 6 or 1, or the speed
adjusting function may no longer work.
ASSEMBLY
CAUTION:
• Always be sure that the tool is switched off and
unplugged before carrying out any work on the tool.
Installing or removing the bit (Fig. 3 & 4)
Clean the bit shank before installing the bit.
Insert the bit into the tool. Turn the bit and push it in until it
engages.
Blows per minute
3,500
3,200
2,900
2,600
2,300
2,000
If the bit cannot be pushed in, remove the bit. Pull the
chuck cover down a couple of times. Then insert the bit
again. Turn the bit and push it in until it engages.
After installing, always make sure that the bit is securely
held in place by trying to pull it out.
To remove the bit, pull the chuck cover down all the way
and pull the bit out.
Bit angle (Fig. 5)
The bit can be secured at 12 different angles. To change
the bit angle, slide the change ring forward, then turn the
change ring to change the bit angle. At the desired angle,
slide the change ring back to the original position. The bit
will be secured in place.
OPERATION (Fig. 6)
Position the bit at the location to be chipped, then pull the
switch trigger. Apply slight pressure on the tool so that the
tool will not bounce around, uncontrolled. Pressing very
hard on the tool will not increase the efficiency.
NOTE:
• When removing tiles with a scaling chisel, apply the
chisel to the bottom of tiles as shown in the figure. If
you operate the tool with the chisel applied to the top
surface of tiles, the service life of the chisel will be
shortened.

MAINTENANCE

CAUTION:
• Always be sure that the tool is switched off and
unplugged before attempting to perform inspection or
maintenance.
To maintain product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs,
carbon brush inspection and replacement, any other
maintenance or adjustment should be performed by Mak-
ita Authorized Service Centers, always using Makita
replacement parts.
ACCESSORIES
CAUTION:
• These accessories or attachments are recommended
for use with your Makita tool specified in this manual.
The use of any other accessories or attachments might
present a risk of injury to persons. Only use accessory
or attachment for its stated purpose.
If you need any assistance for more details regarding
these accessories, ask your local Makita service center.
• Bull point
• Cold chisel
• Scaling chisel
• Safety goggles
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