Functional Description - Makita 6840 Instruction Manual

WARNING:
DO NOT let comfort or familiarity with product
(gained from repeated use) replace strict adherence
to safety rules for the subject product. MISUSE or
failure to follow the safety rules stated in this
instruction manual may cause serious personal
injury.

FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION

CAUTION:
Always be sure that the tool is switched off and
•
unplugged before adjusting or checking function on
the tool.
Switch action
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CAUTION:
Before plugging in 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.
For continuous operation, pull the switch trigger and then
push in the lock button.
To stop the tool from the locked position, pull the switch
trigger fully, then release it.
Reversing switch action
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A
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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
counterclockwise rotation.
1. Lock button
1
2. Switch trigger
2
1. Reversing switch
lever
B
CAUTION:
Always check the direction of rotation before
•
operation.
Use the reversing switch only after the tool comes
•
to a complete stop. Changing the direction of
rotation before the tool stops may damage the tool.
Hook
The hook is convenient for hooking the tool to your belt. It
can be installed on either side of the tool.
Changing the installation position of hook allows two-way
setting of 10 mm and 20 mm distance from the tool itself.
The tool with hook can be hung on the waist belt, a
maximum diameter 20 mm pipe etc.
To remove the hook, just remove the clamping screw.
Place it on the tool and secure it with the clamping screw
to install.
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ASSEMBLY
CAUTION:
Always be sure that the tool is switched off and
•
unplugged 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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2
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Press the dust cover toward the plane bearing and pull
out the bit. If the dust cover cannot be moved as far as
the plane bearing, try it again after turning the bit slightly.
To install the bit, insert it into the socket while turning it
slightly. After installing, always make sure that the bit is
securely held in place by trying to pull it out.
4
1. Hook
2. Clamping screw
2
1. Casing
2. Thumb screws