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Hex wrench storage
Fig.14
When not in use, store the hex wrench as shown in the
figure to keep it from being lost.
OPERATION
Inspecting trigger function
CAUTION:
•
Make sure that the trigger function is in working
order before each operation. If you find issues
described below, ask Makita Authorized Service
Centers for repairs.
•
Before installing the battery cartridge into the tool,
always check to see that the switch trigger actuates
properly and returns to the "OFF" position when released.
The tool must not operate only by pulling the trigger or only
by placing the contact element against the work piece.
Driving nails
CAUTION:
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Always be sure to first place the contact element
against the workpiece before pulling the trigger.
Select the nailing mode by pressing the mode selecting
button as mentioned in the section "Nailing mode selection".
Intermittent nailing (sequential mode)
Fig.15
To drive a nail, set the lock button to the "FREE" position.
Place the contact element against the workpiece and pull
the trigger. Release the trigger after each operation.
Continuous/ intermittent nailing (continuous mode)
Fig.16
When the tool is set to continuous mode, you can
operate either continuous or intermittent nailing.
To drive a nail, set the lock button to the "FREE" position.
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For continuous nailing, pull the trigger first and
then place the contact element against the
workpiece. For the next actuation, you do not need
to release the trigger.
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For intermittent nailing, place the contact element
against the workpiece and pull the trigger. For the
next actuation, you need to reset the trigger first.
NOTE:
•
This tool stops automatically under the following
conditions:
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If you release the trigger or contact element from
workpiece before the tool finishes the operation
completely.
In this situation, pull the trigger again until the tool
turns into standby.
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When keep either pulling the trigger or placing the
contact element about 5 seconds without another
action.
In this case, release the trigger or the contact
element from workpiece to restart the operation.
Anti dry fire mechanism
This tool is equipped with an anti dry fire mechanism. It
automatically stops driving nails when the remaining
nails finish. In this case, load more nails to resume
operation.
Removing jammed nails
WARNING:
•
Always make sure that the trigger is released, and
the battery cartridge and nails are removed before
removing jammed nails.
Fig.17
Remove hex bolts they are securing the driver guide
cover with the hex wrench.
Take the jammed nails from the nail guide groove that
has appeared.
Secure the driver guide cover with hex bolts in the
correct order. Tighten the hex bolt A, B and then C.
NOTE:
•
After securing the driver guide cover, always make
sure that the driver guide cover actuates properly.
If it does not actuate properly, remove hex bolts
and install the driver guide cover again.
Nails
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Handle nails and their box carefully. If the nails have
been handled roughly, they may be out of shape or their
connector breaks, causing poor nail feed.
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Avoid storing nails in a very humid or hot place or place
exposed to direct sunlight.
