Operation - Makita 6918FD Instruction Manual

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.
Electric brake
This tool is equipped with an electric brake. If the tool
consistently fails to quickly stop after switch trigger
release, have tool serviced at a Makita service center.
Lighting up the front lamp
1
CAUTION:
• Do not look in the light or see the source of light
directly.
Pull the switch trigger to light up the lamp. The lamp
keeps on lighting while the switch trigger is being pulled.
NOTE:
• Use a dry cloth to wipe the dirt off the lens of lamp.
Be careful not to scratch the lens of lamp, or it may
lower the illumination.
Reversing switch action
A
1
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 counter-
clockwise rotation.
When the reversing switch lever is in the neutral position,
the switch trigger cannot be pulled.
CAUTION:
• Always check the direction of rotation before opera-
tion.
• Use the reversing switch only after the tool comes
to a complete stop. Changing the direction of rota-
tion before the tool stops may damage the tool.
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1. Lamp
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1. Reversing
switch lever
B
1
• When not operating the tool, always set the revers-
ing switch lever to the neutral position.
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.
Selecting correct socket
Always use the correct size socket for bolts and nuts. An
incorrect size socket will result in inaccurate and incon-
sistent fastening torque and/or damage to the bolt or nut.
Installing or removing socket
1
2
Align the hole in the side of the socket with the detent pin
on the anvil and push it onto the anvil of the tool until it
locks into place. Tap it lightly if required.
To remove the socket, simply pull it off.

OPERATION

The proper fastening torque may differ depending upon
the kind or size of the bolt, the material of the workpiece
to be fastened, etc. The relation between fastening
torque and fastening time is shown in the figures.
For Model 6918FD
Standard bolt
.
N m
.
(ft lbs)
100
(72)
80
(58)
60
(43)
40
M10
(29)
(3/8")
20
(14)
0 1.0 2.0
Fastening time
5
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1. Socket
2. Anvil
002359
M14
(9/16")
M14
M12
(9/16")
(1/2")
M12
(1/2")
M10
(3/8")
3.0
(S)