Makita DHP458 Instruction Manual page 7

Selecting the action mode
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This tool employs an action mode changing ring. Select one of
the three modes suitable for your work needs by using this ring.
For rotation only, turn the ring so that the arrow on the
tool body points toward the
For rotation with hammering, turn the ring so that the
arrow points toward the
For rotation with clutch, turn the ring so that the arrow
points toward the mark on the ring.
CAUTION:
Always set the ring correctly to your desired mode mark.
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If you operate the tool with the ring positioned halfway
between the mode marks, the tool may be damaged.
Adjusting the fastening torque
(screwdriver mode " ")
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The fastening torque can be adjusted in 21 steps by
turning the adjusting ring so that its graduations are
aligned with the pointer on the tool body.
First, slide the action mode change lever to the position
of symbol.
The fastening torque is minimum when the number 1 is
aligned with the pointer, and maximum when the marking
is aligned with the pointer. The clutch will slip at various
torque levels when set at the number 1 to 21. Before
actual operation, drive a trial screw into your material or a
piece of duplicate material to determine which torque
level is required for a particular application.
NOTE:
The adjusting ring does not lock when the pointer is
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positioned only halfway between the graduations.
1. Action mode
changing ring
2. Arrow
1
2
mark on the ring.
mark on the ring.
1. Adjusting ring
2. Graduation
2
3. Arrow
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Empty signal for remaining battery capacity
(Country specific)
Only for tools with the button and LED indicator
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Stop the tool and with the tool stopped press the button
on the switch panel and the remaining battery capacity
will be signaled on the panel.
The status displayed on the switch panel and the remaining
battery capacity is shown in the following table.
LED indicator status
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NOTE:
Before checking the remaining battery capacity, be
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sure to stop the tool.
ASSEMBLY
CAUTION:
Always be sure that the tool is switched off and the
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battery cartridge is removed before carrying out
any work on the tool.
Installing side grip (auxiliary handle)
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1
3
4
5
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1. Button
2. LED indicator
2
1
Remaining battery capacity
About 50% or more
About 20% - 50%
About less than 20%
1. Groove
2. Protrusion
3. Steel band
4. Grip base
5. Side grip