Makita DFR450X Instruction Manual page 7

Adjusting the driving depth
Depress the stopper base as far as it will go. While
keeping it in this position, turn the adjusting knob until
the bit tip projects approx. 5 mm from the stopper base.
Drive a trial screw. If the screw head projects above the
driving surface, turn the adjusting knob in the A direc-
tion; if the screw head is countersunk, turn the adjusting
knob in the B direction.
5mm
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► 1 . Stopper base 2. Casing 3. Adjusting knob
Switch action
► 1 . Switch trigger
CAUTION:
• Before inserting the battery cartridge into the tool, always
check to see that the switch trigger actuates properly
and returns to the "OFF" position when released.
To start the tool, simply pull the switch trigger. Release
the switch trigger to stop.
A
B
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Reversing switch action
A
► 1 . Reversing switch lever
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 coun-
terclockwise rotation.
When the reversing switch lever is in the neutral posi-
tion, the switch trigger cannot be pulled.
CAUTION:
• Always check the direction of rotation before
operation.
• Use the reversing switch only after the tool
comes to a complete stop. Changing the direc-
tion of rotation before the tool stops may dam-
age the tool.
• When not operating the tool, always set the
reversing 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.
Installing or removing the bit
Loosen the thumb screws which secure the casing. Pull
out the casing in the direction of the arrow.
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► 1 . Casing 2. Thumb screws
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B