Impact Wrench Safety Warnings; Functional Description - Makita 6953 Instruction Manual

Conforms to the following European Directives:
2006/42/EC
And are manufactured in accordance with the following
standards or standardised documents:
EN60745
The technical documentation is kept by our authorised
representative in Europe who is:
Makita International Europe Ltd.
Michigan Drive, Tongwell,
Milton Keynes, Bucks MK15 8JD, England
000230
Tomoyasu Kato
Makita Corporation
3-11-8, Sumiyoshi-cho,
Anjo, Aichi, 446-8502, 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.
IMPACT WRENCH SAFETY
WARNINGS
1. Hold power tool by insulated gripping surfaces,
when performing an operation where the
fastener may contact hidden wiring or its own
cord. Fasteners contacting a "live" wire may make
exposed metal parts of the power tool "live" and
could give the operator an electric shock.
2. Wear ear protectors.
3. Check the socket carefully for wear, cracks or
damage before installation.
4. Hold the tool firmly.
5. Always be sure you have a firm footing.
Be sure no one is below when using the tool in
high locations.
6. The proper fastening torque may differ
depending upon the kind or size of the bolt.
Check the torque with a torque wrench.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
30.1.2009
Director
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
•
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.
GEA010-1
To start the tool, simply pull the switch trigger. Tool
speed is increased by increasing pressure on the switch
trigger. Release the switch trigger to stop.
Reversing switch action
Fig.2
This tool has a reversing switch to change the direction
of rotation. Depress the reversing switch lever from the A
side for clockwise rotation or from the B side for
counterclockwise rotation.
GEB009-6 CAUTION:
Always check the direction of rotation before
•
operation.
Use the reversing switch only after the tool comes
•
to a complete stop. Changing the direction of
rotation before the tool stops may damage the tool.
ASSEMBLY
CAUTION:
Always be sure that the tool is switched off and
•
unplugged before carrying out any work on the tool.
Selecting correct socket
Always use the correct size socket for bolts and nuts. An
incorrect size socket will result in inaccurate and
inconsistent fastening torque and/or damage to the bolt
or nut.
Installing or removing socket
Fig.3
1. For socket without O-ring and pin
To install the socket, push it onto the anvil of the
tool until it locks into place.
To remove the socket, simply pull it off.
2. For socket with O-ring and pin
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