Operation - Makita DHP446 Instruction Manual

Adjusting the fastening torque
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► 1. Action mode changing ring 2. Adjusting ring
3. Graduation 4. Arrow
The fastening torque can be adjusted in 16 steps by
turning the adjusting ring so that the graduations are
aligned with the arrow on the tool body. The fastening
torque is minimum when the number 1 is aligned with
the arrow, and maximum when the number 16 is aligned
with the arrow.
Before the actual operation, drive a trial screw into
your material or a piece of duplicate material to deter-
mine which torque level is required for a particular
application.
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 or removing the driver bit
or drill bit
► 1. Sleeve
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.
Installing the hook
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► 1. Groove 2. Hook 3. Screw
The hook is convenient for temporarily hanging the tool.
This can be installed on either side of the tool.
To install the hook, insert it into a groove in the tool
housing on either side and then secure it with a screw.
To remove, loosen the screw and then take it out.
Installing the bit holder (Optional
accessory)
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► 1. Bit holder 2. Bit
Fit the bit holder into the protrusion at the tool foot on
either right or left side and secure it with a screw.
When not using the driver bit, keep it in the bit holders.
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Bits 45 mm (1-3/4") long can be kept there.

OPERATION

CAUTION:
• Always insert the battery cartridge all the way
until it locks in place. If you can see the red part
on the upper side of the button, it is not locked
completely. Insert it fully until the red part cannot
be seen. If not, it may accidentally fall out of the
tool, causing injury to you or someone around
you.
Hold the tool firmly with one hand on the grip and the
other hand on the bottom of the battery cartridge to
control the twisting action.
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