Makita XHU06, Instruction Manual

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Angle setting of the handle
CAUTION:
Always make sure that the handle
is locked in the desired position before operation.
CAUTION:
Do not pull down the lever to
unlock the handle while pulling the switch trigger.
Do not pull the switch trigger while pulling down
the lever and turning the handle. Failure to do so
may cause a malfunction of the tool.
You can set the angle of the handle to 0°, 45°, or 90° to the
left or right. To change the angle of the handle, turn the han-
dle while pulling down the lever, and then release the lever.
1
► 1. Lever
Power switch action
WARNING:
For your safety, this tool is
equipped with lock-off lever which prevents the
tool from unintended starting. NEVER use the tool
if it runs when you simply press the switch lever
and pull the switch trigger without pressing the
lock-off lever. Return the tool to our authorized
service center for proper repairs BEFORE further
usage.
WARNING:
NEVER tape down or defeat pur-
pose and function of lock-off lever.
WARNING:
Before installing the battery car-
tridge on the tool, always check to see that the
switch trigger and switch lever actuate properly
and return to the "OFF" position when released.
Operating a tool with a switch that does not actuate
properly can lead to loss of control and serious per -
sonal injury.
CAUTION:
Never put your finger on the
switch when carrying.
The tool may start uninten -
tionally and cause injury.
NOTICE:
Do not pull the switch trigger hard with-
out pressing the lock-off lever. This can cause
switch breakage.
Press and hold the main power button to turn on the tool.
The power lamp lights up when the tool is turned on. To
turn off the tool, press and hold the main power button
again. The power lamp goes off when the tool is turned off.
2
1
► 1. Power lamp 2. Main power button
NOTE: The tool is automatically turned off if the tool is
not operated for a certain period.
To prevent the switch trigger from being accidentally pulled,
a lock-off lever is provided. To start the tool, depress the
lock-off lever, and then press the switch lever and pull the
switch trigger. The tool speed increases by increasing pres -
sure on the switch trigger. Release the switch trigger to stop.
1 2
3
► 1. Switch lever 2. Lock-off lever 3. Switch trigger
Speed adjusting
You can adjust the tool speed by tapping the main power button.
Each time you tap the main power button, the level of
speed will change.
2
1
► 1. Power lamp 2. Main power button