Operation; Maintenance - Makita DFS250 Instruction Manual

Depth adjustment
► Fig.7: 1. Locator
The depth can be adjusted by turning the locator. Turn
it in "B" direction for less depth and in "A" direction for
more depth. One full turn of the locator equals 2 mm
(1/16") change in depth.
For DFS250
► Fig.8: 1. Locator
For DFS251
► Fig.9: 1. Locator
Adjust the locator so that the distance between the tip
of the locator and the screw head is approximately 3
mm (1/8") as shown in the figures. Drive a trial screw
into your material or a piece of duplicate material. If the
depth is still not suitable for the screw, continue adjust-
ing until you obtain the proper depth setting.
Hook
CAUTION:
Always remove the battery when
hanging the tool with the hook.
CAUTION:
Never hook the tool at high loca-
tion or on potentially unstable surface.
► Fig.10: 1. Hook
The hook is convenient for temporarily hanging the tool.
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 driver bit/
socket bit
For DFS250
► Fig.11: 1. Locator
► Fig.12: 1. Locator 2. Driver bit 3. Magnetic bit
holder
To remove the driver bit, pull the locator, and then grasp
the bit with a pair of pliers and pull the bit out of the
magnetic bit holder. To install the driver bit, push it firmly
into the magnetic bit holder. Then install the locator by
pushing it firmly back.
For DFS251
► Fig.13: 1. Locator
► Fig.14: 1. Locator 2. Socket bit
To remove the socket bit, pull the locator, and then pull
the socket bit. To install the socket bit, push it firmly into
the sleeve. Then install the locator by pushing it firmly
back.
Installing hook
WARNING:
Use the hanging/mounting parts
for their intended purposes only, e.g., hanging the
tool on a tool belt between jobs or work intervals.
WARNING:
Be careful not to overload the
hook as too much force or irregular overburden
may cause damages to the tool resulting in per-
sonal injury.
CAUTION:
When installing the hook, always
secure it with the screw firmly. If not, the hook may
come off from the tool and result in the personal injury.
CAUTION:
Make sure to hang the tool securely
before releasing your hold. Insufficient or unbalanced
hooking may cause falling off and you may be injured.
► Fig.15: 1. Groove 2. Hook 3. Screw
The hook is convenient for temporarily hanging the tool.
This can be installed on either side of the tool. To install
the hook, insert it into a groove in the tool housing on
either side and then secure it with a screw. To remove,
loosen the screw and then take it out.

OPERATION

Screwdriving operation
► Fig.16
Fit the screw on the point of the bit and place the point
of the screw on the surface of the workpiece to be fas-
tened. Apply pressure to the tool and start it. Withdraw
the tool as soon as the clutch cuts in. Then release the
switch trigger.
When fitting the screw onto the point
CAUTION:
of the bit, be careful not to push in on the screw. If
the screw is pushed in, the clutch will engage and
the screw will rotate suddenly. This could damage a
workpiece or cause an injury.
Make sure that the bit is inserted
CAUTION:
straight in the screw head, or the screw and/or bit
may be damaged.

MAINTENANCE

CAUTION:
Always be sure that the tool is
switched off and the battery cartridge is removed
before attempting to perform inspection or
maintenance.
NOTICE:
Never use gasoline, benzine, thinner,
alcohol or the like. Discoloration, deformation or
cracks may result.
To maintain product SAFETY and RELIABILITY,
repairs, any other maintenance or adjustment should
be performed by Makita Authorized or Factory Service
Centers, always using Makita replacement parts.
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