Makita DML813 Instruction Manual page 7

Indicator lamps
Lighted Off
NOTE: Depending on the conditions of use and the
ambient temperature, the indication may differ slightly
from the actual capacity.
NOTE: The first (far left) indicator lamp will blink when
the battery protection system works.
Appliance / battery protection
system
The appliance is equipped with the protection system.
This system automatically cuts off power to extend
appliance and battery life. The appliance will automati-
cally stop during operation if the appliance or battery is
placed under one of the following conditions.
Overdischarge protection
When the battery capacity becomes low, the LED lights
go out except a part of LEDs. Later, the system auto-
matically cuts off power. In this situation, remove the
battery cartridge from the appliance and charge it.
Hole for padlock
For anti-theft of battery cartridge, hole for padlock is
provided.
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► 1. Hole for padlock
Remaining
capacity
Blinking
75% to 100%
50% to 75%
25% to 50%
0% to 25%
Charge the
battery.
The battery
may have
malfunctioned.
ASSEMBLY
CAUTION:
Always be sure that the appli-
ance is switched off and the battery cartridge
is removed before carrying out any work on the
appliance.
Spreading / folding the tripod legs
CAUTION:
Keep hands away from the tripod
legs and be careful not to pinch your fingers when
spreading or folding the tripod legs.
1. Hold the horizontal handle and carrying handle by
both hands firmly.
2. Slide the carrying handle in the direction of arrow
as illustrated while pushing the tripod release
button.
3. Release the tripod release button and make
sure the carrying handle is secured in the bottom
position.
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► 1. Horizontal handle 2. Carrying handle 3. Tripod
release button
4. To fold the tripod, slide the carrying handle in the
opposite direction while pushing the tripod release
button.
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