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7 ENGLISH

Switch action

1

►    

1.

 Switch trigger

CAUTION:

 

Before installing the battery car-

tridge into 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. Tool 

speed is increased by increasing pressure on the switch 

trigger. Release the switch trigger to stop.

NOTE:

 The tool automatically stops if you keep pull-

ing the switch trigger for about 6 minutes.

NOTE:

 While pulling the switch trigger, any other 

buttons do not work.

Lighting up the front lamp

CAUTION:

 

Do not look in the light or see the 

source of light directly.

1

►    

1.

 Lamp

1

►    

1.

 Button 

Pull the switch trigger to turn on the lamp. To turn off, 

release it. The lamp goes out approximately 10 seconds 

after releasing the switch trigger.
To keep the lamp off, turn off the lamp status. To turn off 

the lamp status, first pull and release the switch trigger. 
And then press the button 

 within 10 seconds.

To turn on the lamp status again, press the but-
ton 

 again similarly.

NOTE:

 When the tool is overheated, the light flashes 

for one minute, and then the LED display goes off. In 

this case, cool down the tool before operating again.

NOTE:

 To confirm the lamp status, pull the trigger. 

When the lamp lights up by pulling the switch trigger, 

the lamp status is ON. When the lamp does not come 

on, the lamp status is OFF.

NOTE:

 Use a dry cloth to wipe the dirt off the lens of 

the lamp. Be careful not to scratch the lens of lamp, or 

it may lower the illumination.

Reversing switch action

1

A

B

►    

1.

 Reversing switch lever

CAUTION:

 

Always check the direction of 

rotation before operation.

CAUTION:

 

Use the reversing switch only after 

the tool comes to a complete stop.

 Changing the 

direction of rotation before the tool stops may dam-

age the tool.

CAUTION:

 

When not operating the tool, 

always set the reversing switch lever to the neu-

tral position.

Summary of Contents for DTD171Z

Page 1: ...INSTRUCTION MANUAL Cordless Impact Driver DTD171 ENGLISH Original instructions Read before use ...

Page 2: ...ing to EPTA Procedure 01 2014 are shown in the table Applicable battery cartridge and charger Battery cartridge BL1815N BL1820 BL1820B BL1830 BL1830B BL1840 BL1840B BL1850 BL1850B BL1860B Charger DC18RC DC18RD DC18RE DC18SD DC18SE DC18SF Some of the battery cartridges and chargers listed above may not be available depending on your region of residence WARNING Only use the battery cartridges and ch...

Page 3: ...ich may ignite the dust or fumes 3 Keep children and bystanders away while operating a power tool Distractions can cause you to lose control Electrical Safety 1 Power tool plugs must match the outlet Never modify the plug in any way Do not use any adapter plugs with earthed grounded power tools Unmodified plugs and matching outlets will reduce risk of electric shock 2 Avoid body contact with earth...

Page 4: ...ents are caused by poorly maintained power tools 6 Keep cutting tools sharp and clean Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control 7 Use the power tool accessories and tool bits etc in accordance with these instructions tak ing into account the working conditions and the work to be performed Use of the power tool for operations differ...

Page 5: ...y cartridge in a con tainer with other metal objects such as nails coins etc 3 Do not expose battery cartridge to water or rain A battery short can cause a large current flow overheating possible burns and even a breakdown 6 Do not store the tool and battery cartridge in locations where the temperature may reach or exceed 50 C 122 F 7 Do not incinerate the battery cartridge even if it is severely ...

Page 6: ...slide in easily it is not being inserted correctly Tool battery protection system The tool is equipped with a tool battery protection sys tem This system automatically cuts off power to the motor to extend tool and battery life The tool will auto matically stop during operation if the tool or battery is placed under one of the following conditions Overload protection When the battery is operated i...

Page 7: ...atus To turn off the lamp status first pull and release the switch trigger And then press the button within 10 seconds To turn on the lamp status again press the but ton again similarly NOTE When the tool is overheated the light flashes for one minute and then the LED display goes off In this case cool down the tool before operating again NOTE To confirm the lamp status pull the trigger When the l...

Page 8: ...ode Quick mode switching button The function of the quick mode switching button varies depending on whether you have registered the applica tion mode to the tool 1 1 Quick mode switching button When the application mode is not registered The level of impact force changes every time you press the quick mode switching button The front lamps on both sides will flash once when the impact force is chan...

Page 9: ...lication mode blinks When quick mode switch ing function is OFF Changing the impact force by the quick mode switch ing button The lamps on the tool flash once When quick mode switch ing function is ON Switching to the registered application mode The lamps on the tool flash once Erasing the registered application mode The customize lamp and all impact force grade lamps blink Disabling resuming the ...

Page 10: ...underwork materi als tightening long screws or bolts Hard 3 600 min 1 min Tightening with less force and speed than Max mode easier to control than Max mode Driving screws to underwork materi als tightening bolts Medium 2 600 min 1 min Tightening when a good finishing is needed Driving screws to finishing boards or plaster boards Soft 1 100 min 1 min Tightening with less force to avoid screw threa...

Page 11: ...his mode helps to prevent the screws from over tightening It also accomplishes quick oper ation and good finish at the same time The tool drives a screw with high speed rotation and stops soon after the tool starts to impact NOTE The timing to stop the driving varies depending on the type of the screw and material to be driven Make a test driving before using this mode Driving self drilling screws...

Page 12: ...s 1 2 1 Quick mode switching button 2 Customize lamp NOTE You can overwrite the current application mode with new one by performing the procedure above Using the quick mode switching function When the tool is in the mode that is not registered press the quick mode switching button to switch to the registered application mode The tool switches between the registered application mode and last applic...

Page 13: ...secured In this case try re inserting the bit according to the instruc tions above NOTE When it is difficult to insert the driver bit pull the sleeve and insert it into the sleeve as far as it will go NOTE After inserting the driver bit make sure that it is firmly secured If it comes out do not use it Installing hook CAUTION When installing the hook always secure it with the screw firmly If not th...

Page 14: ...rform a test operation to determine the proper fastening time for your screw The fastening torque is affected by a wide variety of factors including the following After fastening always check the torque with a torque wrench 1 When the battery cartridge is discharged almost completely voltage will drop and the fastening torque will be reduced 2 Driver bit or socket bit Failure to use the correct si...

Page 15: ...y 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 Driver bits Socket bits Bit piece Hook Tool hanger Plastic carrying case Makita genuine battery and charger Battery protector NOTE Some items in the list may be included in the tool package as standard accessories They may differ from co...

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