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Lithium-ion batteries with a star marking are equipped
with a protection system. This system automatically cuts
off power to the tool to extend battery life.
The tool will automatically stop during operation if the
tool and/or battery are placed under one of the following
conditions:
•
Overloaded:
The tool is operated in a manner that causes
it to draw an abnormally high current.
In this situation, release the switch trigger on
the tool and stop the application that caused
the tool to become overloaded. Then pull the
switch trigger again to restart.
If the tool does not start, the battery is
overheated. In this situation, let the battery
cool before pulling the switch trigger again.
•
Low battery voltage:
The remaining battery capacity is too low
and the tool will not operate. In this situation,
remove and recharge the battery.
Indicating the remaining battery capacity
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When you pull the switch trigger, the LED display shows
the remaining battery capacity as the following table.
LED indicator status
Remaining battery capacity
About 50% or more
About 20% - 50%
About less than 20%
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NOTE:
•
The LED display goes off approximately one
minute after releasing the switch trigger to save
the battery power. To check the remaining battery
capacity, slightly pull the switch trigger.
•
When the LED display lights up but the tool does
not work even with a recharged battery cartridge,
cool down the tool fully. If the condition does not
change, have the tool repaired by a Makita local
service center.
Switch action
CAUTION:
•
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.
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To start the tool, simply pull the switch trigger. Tool
speed is increased by increasing pressure on the switch
trigger. Release the switch trigger to stop.
Lighting up the front lamp
CAUTION:
•
Do not look in the light or see the source of light
directly.
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Pull the switch trigger to light up the lamp. The lamp
keeps on lighting while the switch trigger is being pulled.
The lamp goes out 10 -15 seconds after releasing the
trigger.
NOTE:
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When the tool is overheated, the tool stops
automatically and the lamp starts flashing. In this
case, release the switch trigger. The lamp turns off
in one minute.
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Use a dry cloth to wipe the dirt off the lens of lamp.
Be careful not to scratch the lens of lamp, or it
may lower the illumination.
1. Lamp
1. Switch trigger
1. LED display
