Overdischarge Protection - Makita XAG24 Instruction Manual

On
If the tool does not start, the battery may be overheated.
In this situation, let the battery cool before starting the
tool again.

Overdischarge protection

When the battery capacity is not enough, the tool stops
automatically. In this case, remove the battery from the
tool and charge the battery.
Releasing protection lock
When the protection system works repeatedly, the tool
is locked and the battery indicator shows the following
state.
In this situation, the tool does not start even if turning
the tool off and on. To release the protection lock,
remove the battery, set it to the battery charger and wait
until the charging finishes.
On
Switch action
CAUTION:
Before installing the battery car-
tridge into the tool, always check to see that the
switch lever actuates properly and returns to the
"OFF" position when released.
CAUTION:
For your safety, this tool is
equipped with lock-off lever which prevents the
tool from unintended starting. NEVER use the tool
if it runs when you simply pull the switch trigger
without pulling the lock-off lever. Return the tool
to our authorized service center for proper repairs
BEFORE further usage.
CAUTION:
Do not pull the switch lever hard
without pulling the lock-off lever. This can cause
switch breakage.
CAUTION:
NEVER tape down or defeat pur-
pose and function of lock-off lever.
Blinking
Off
Blinking
To prevent the switch lever from being accidentally
pulled, a lock-off lever is provided.
To start the tool, pull the lock-off lever toward the opera-
tor and then pull the switch lever.
To stop the tool, release the switch lever.
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► 1. Lock-off lever 2. Switch lever
Speed adjusting dial
Only for model XAG24
The rotation speed of the tool can be changed by turn-
ing the speed adjusting dial. The table below shows
the number on the dial and the corresponding rotation
speed.
► 1. Speed adjusting dial
Number
1
2
3
4
5
NOTICE:
If the tool is operated continuously at
low speed for a long time, the motor will get over-
loaded, resulting in tool malfunction.
NOTICE:
When changing the speed dial from "5"
to "1", turn the dial counterclockwise. Do not turn
the dial clockwise forcibly.
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1
Speed
3,000/min
4,500/min
6,000/min
7,500/min
8,500/min