Maintenance; Replacing Carbon Brushes; Optional Accessories - Makita DFT044F Instruction Manual

Place the point of the driver bit in the screw head and
apply pressure to the tool. Then switch the tool on.
When the clutch cuts in, the motor will stop
automatically. Then release the switch trigger.
NOTE:
Make sure that the driver bit is inserted straight in
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the screw head, or the screw and/or bit may be
damaged.
Limits of fastening capacity
Use the tool within the range of the revolution angle up
to 360 ﾟ. If you use the tool beyond the upper limit of
this range, the clutch does not work. And the tool cannot
deliver enough fastening torque (LED indicator flickers
in red and green alternatively).
NOTE:
The revolution angle means the angle which a
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screw/bolt revolves when the tool attains to 100%
from 50% of desired torque.
Use of a low temperature conditioned battery
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cartridge may sometimes give warning for battery
cartridge capacity by warning lamp and beeper
which makes the tool stop immediately. In this
case, the fastening capacity may be inferior to the
specification on this manual even if a charged
battery cartridge is used.

MAINTENANCE

CAUTION:
Always be sure that the tool is switched off and the
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battery cartridge is removed before attempting to
perform inspection or maintenance.
Never use gasoline, benzine, thinner, alcohol or
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the like. Discoloration, deformation or cracks may
result.

Replacing carbon brushes

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Remove and check the carbon brushes regularly.
Replace when they wear down to the limit mark. Keep
the carbon brushes clean and free to slip in the holders.
Both carbon brushes should be replaced at the same
time. Use only identical carbon brushes.
1. Limit mark
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2
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Use a screwdriver to remove the brush holder caps.
Take out the worn carbon brushes, insert the new ones
and secure the brush holder caps.
To maintain product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs,
any other maintenance or adjustment should be
performed by Makita Authorized Service Centers,
always using Makita replacement parts.

OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES

CAUTION:
These accessories
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recommended for use with your Makita tool
specified in this manual. The use of any other
accessories or attachments might present a risk of
injury to persons.
attachment for its stated purpose.
If you need any assistance for more details regarding
these accessories, ask your local Makita Service Center.
Makita genuine battery and charger
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Adjust grip
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Protector
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Grip Base Set
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Grip 37
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Anti kickback head
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NOTE:
Some items in the list may be included in the tool
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package as standard accessories. They may differ
from country to country.
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1. Brush holder
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cap
2. Screwdriver
or attachments
Only use accessory or
are