404 mm Rated voltage D.C. 36 V Net weight 3.9 - 5.1 kg Optional accessory Model: DX08 (For DHR280/DHR282) DX09 (For DHR281/DHR283) Suction performance 350 l/min Operating stroke Up to 190 mm Suitable drill bit Up to 260 mm Rated voltage D.C.
NOTE: The declared vibration emission value has been Uncertainty (K) : 3 dB(A) measured in accordance with the standard test method Model DHR283 with DX09 and may be used for comparing one tool with another. Sound pressure level (L ) : 92 dB(A)
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Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces, such as pipes, radiators, ranges and refrigerators. There is an increased risk of elec- tric shock if your body is earthed or grounded. Do not expose power tools to rain or wet con- ditions.
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Battery tool use and care In cold weather or when the tool has not been used for a long time, let the tool warm up for Recharge only with the charger specified by a while by operating it under no load. This the manufacturer.
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17. Do not remove the wireless unit from the slot causing fires, personal injury and damage. It will while the power is being supplied to the tool. also void the Makita warranty for the Makita tool and Doing so may cause a malfunction of the wireless charger.
Indicating the remaining battery FUNCTIONAL capacity DESCRIPTION Only for battery cartridges with the indicator CAUTION: Always be sure that the tool is switched off and the battery cartridge is removed before adjusting or checking function on the tool. Installing or removing battery cartridge CAUTION: Always switch off the tool before...
5 and back to 1. Do not force it past 5 or 1, or the speed adjusting function may no longer work. NOTE: Soft no-load rotation function (For DHR282/DHR283) When the speed adjusting dial is set to "3" or higher, the tool automatically reduces the speed at no-load to reduce the vibration under no-load. Once operation...
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For DHR281/DHR283 properly. Ask your local Makita Service Center for repair. The quick change chuck for SDS-plus can be easily exchanged for the quick change drill chuck.
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Hammering only Selecting the action mode For chipping, scaling or demolition operations, rotate NOTICE: Do not rotate the action mode chang- the action mode changing knob to the symbol. Use a ing knob when the tool is running. The tool will be bull point, cold chisel, scaling chisel, etc.
The speed control function provides the constant rotation speed regardless of load conditions. • Active Feedback sensing Technology (For DHR282/DHR283) If the tool is swung at the predetermined accelera- tion during operation, the motor is forcibly stopped to reduce the burden on the wrist.
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Installing or removing drill bit ASSEMBLY Clean the shank end of the drill bit and apply grease CAUTION: before installing the drill bit. Always be sure that the tool is switched off and the battery cartridge is removed before carrying out any work on the tool. Side grip (auxiliary handle) CAUTION: Always use the side grip to ensure...
Chisel angle (when chipping, Installing or removing the dust scaling or demolishing) collection system Optional accessory The chisel can be secured at the desired angle. To change the chisel angle, rotate the action mode chang- To install the dust collection system, insert the tool into ing knob to the O symbol.
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Dust cup Optional accessory Use the dust cup to prevent dust from falling over the tool and on yourself when performing overhead drilling operations. Attach the dust cup to the bit as shown in the figure. The size of bits which the dust cup can be attached to is as follows. Model Bit diameter Dust cup 5...
Hammer drilling operation OPERATION CAUTION: There is tremendous and sudden twisting force exerted on the tool/drill bit at the time of CAUTION: Always use the side grip (auxiliary hole break-through, when the hole becomes clogged handle) and firmly hold the tool by both side grip with chips and particles, or when striking reinforcing and switch handle during operations.
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For DHR281/DHR283 Drilling in wood or metal Use the quick change drill chuck as standard equip- ment. When installing it, refer to "changing the quick CAUTION: Hold the tool firmly and exert care change chuck for SDS-plus". when the drill bit begins to break through the Hold the ring and turn the sleeve counterclockwise to workpiece.
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Open the cover of the dust case. ► 1 . Dust case 2. Dial ► 1 . Cover Disposing of dust Dispose of the dust, and then clean the filter. Optional accessory CAUTION: Always be sure that the tool is switched off and the battery cartridge is removed before carrying out any work on the tool.
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It may damage the dust cup set and cause dust leak. WIRELESS ACTIVATION FUNCTION Optional accessory for DHR282/DHR283 What you can do with the wireless activation function The wireless activation function enables clean and com- fortable operation.
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Tool registration for the vacuum cleaner NOTE: A Makita vacuum cleaner supporting the wireless activation function is required for the tool registration. NOTE: Finish installing the wireless unit to the tool before starting the tool registration.
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Push the wireless activation button on the tool NOTE: The wireless activation lamps finish blinking briefly. The wireless activation lamp will blink in blue. in green after 20 seconds elapsed. Press the wireless activation button on the tool while the wireless acti- vation lamp on the cleaner is blinking. If the wireless activation lamp does not blink in green, push the wire- less activation button briefly and hold it down again.
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Description of the wireless activation lamp status ► 1 . Wireless activation lamp The wireless activation lamp shows the status of the wireless activation function. Refer to the table below for the meaning of the lamp status. Status Wireless activation lamp Description Color Duration...
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If the cancellation is performed successfully, the wire- Cancelling tool registration for the less activation lamps will light up in red for 2 seconds vacuum cleaner and start blinking in blue. NOTE: The wireless activation lamps finish blinking in Perform the following procedure when cancelling the red after 20 seconds elapsed. Press the wireless acti- tool registration for the vacuum cleaner.
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Troubleshooting for wireless activation function Before asking for repairs, conduct your own inspection first. If you find a problem that is not explained in the manual, do not attempt to dismantle the tool. Instead, ask Makita Authorized Service Centers, always using Makita replace- ment parts for repairs. State of abnormality Probable cause (malfunction) Remedy The wireless activation lamp does The wireless unit is not installed into the tool.
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. ► 1 . Filter 2. Filter case Replacing filter of dust case Attach a new filter to the filter case, and then attach the filter cover.
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES CAUTION: These accessories or attachments are 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. Only use accessory or attachment for its stated purpose. If you need any assistance for more details regard- ing these accessories, ask your local Makita Service Center.