Functional Description - Makita DKP180RFE Instruction Manual

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.
IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
FOR BATTERY CARTRIDGE
1. Before using battery cartridge, read all instructions
and cautionary markings on (1) battery charger, (2)
battery, and (3) product using battery.
2. Do not disassemble battery cartridge.
3. If operating time has become excessively
shorter, stop operating immediately. It may
result in a risk of overheating, possible burns
and even an explosion.
4. If electrolyte gets into your eyes, rinse them out
with clear water and seek medical attention right
away. It may result in loss of your eyesight.
5. Do not short the battery cartridge:
(1) Do not touch the terminals with any
conductive material.
(2) Avoid storing battery cartridge in a
container with other metal objects such
as nails, coins, etc.
(3) Do not expose battery cartridge to water
or rain.
A battery short can cause a large current flow,
overheating, possible burns and even a breakdown.
6. Do not store the tool and battery cartridge in
locations where the temperature may reach or
exceed 50 ﾟ C (122 ﾟ F).
7. Do not incinerate the battery cartridge even if
it is severely damaged or is completely worn
out. The battery cartridge can explode in a fire.
8. Be careful not to drop or strike battery.
9. Do not use a damaged battery.
10. Follow your local regulations relating to
disposal of battery.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
Tips for maintaining maximum battery life
1. Charge the
completely discharged.
Always stop tool operation and charge the battery
cartridge when you notice less tool power.
2. Never recharge a fully charged battery cartridge.
Overcharging shortens the battery service life.
3. Charge the battery cartridge with room temperature
at 10 ﾟ C - 40 ﾟ C (50 ﾟ F - 104 ﾟ F). Let a hot battery
cartridge cool down before charging it.
4. Charge the battery cartridge once in every six
months if you do not use it for a long period of time.
battery cartridge

FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION

CAUTION:
Always be sure that the tool is switched off and the
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battery cartridge is removed before adjusting or
checking function on the tool.
ENC007-8
Installing or removing battery cartridge
Fig.1
Always switch off the tool before installing or
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removing of the battery cartridge.
To remove the battery cartridge, slide it from the tool
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while sliding the button on the front of the cartridge.
To install the battery cartridge, align the tongue on the
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battery cartridge with the groove in the housing and
slip it into place. Always insert it all the way until it
locks in place with a little click. If you can see the red
indicator on the upper side of the button, it is not
locked completely. Install it fully until the red indicator
cannot be seen. If not, it may accidentally fall out of
the tool, causing injury to you or someone around you.
Do not use force when installing the battery
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cartridge. If the cartridge does not slide in easily, it
is not being inserted correctly.
Battery protection system
(Battery cartridge with a star mark)
Fig.2
The battery cartridge with a star mark is equipped with
the protection system, which automatically cuts off the
output power for its long service life.
The tool stops during operation when the tool and/or
battery are placed under the following situation. This is
caused by the activation of protection system and does
not show the tool trouble.
When the tool is overloaded:
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When battery cells get hot:
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When the remaining battery capacity gets low:
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before
Adjusting depth of cut
Fig.3
Depth of cut may be adjusted by simply turning the knob
on the front of the tool so that the pointer points the
desired depth of cut.
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At this time, release the switch trigger,
remove the battery cartridge and remove
causes of overload and then pull the switch
trigger again to restart.
If any operation of the switch trigger, the
motor will remain stopped. At this time, stop
use of the tool and cool or charge the battery
cartridge after removing it from the tool.
If any operation of the switch trigger, the
motor will remain stopped. At this time,
remove the battery cartridge from the tool
and charge it .