Makita BDF451 Owners Manual - Page 6

change lever. At this time, switch on and run the tool for a second at the "2" position, then stop the tool and slide to your desired position. CAUTION: • Always set the speed change lever fully to the correct position. If you operate the tool with the speed change lever positioned halfway between the "1" position, "2" position and "3" position, the tool may be damaged. • Do not use the speed change lever while the tool is running. The tool may be damaged. Selecting action mode 1 006723 1. Action mode change lever The fastening torque can be adjusted in 16 steps by turning the adjusting ring so that its graduations are aligned with the pointer on the tool body. First, slide the action mode change lever to the position of symbol. The fastening torque is minimum when the number 1 is aligned with the pointer, and maximum when the marking is aligned with the pointer. The clutch will slip at various torque levels when set at the number 1 to 16. Before actual operation, drive a trial screw into your material or a piece of duplicate material to determine which torque level is required for a particular application. NOTE: • The adjusting ring does not lock when the pointer is positioned only halfway between the graduations. ASSEMBLY This tool has an action mode change lever. For drilling, slide the action mode change lever to the left ( symbol). For screwing, slide the action mode change lever to the right ( symbol). NOTE: • When changing the position from " " to " ", it may be a little difficult to slide the mode change lever. At this time, switch on and run the tool for a second at the " " position, then stop the tool and slide to your desired position. CAUTION: • Always be sure that the tool is switched off and the battery cartridge is removed before carrying out any work on the tool. Installing side grip (auxiliary handle) 006724 1 5 1. Steel band 2. Grip base 2 4 3 3. Side grip 4. Protrusion 5. Groove CAUTION: • Always slide the action mode change lever all the way to your desired mode position. If you operate the tool with the lever positioned halfway between the mode symbols, the tool may be damaged. • Do not use the action mode change lever while the tool is running. The tool may be damaged. Adjusting the fastening torque 006722 1. Adjusting ring 2. Graduations 1 3. Arrow 2 3 Always use the side grip to ensure operating safety. Insert the side grip so that the protrusions on the grip base fit in between the grooves on the tool barrel. Then tighten the grip by turning clockwise. Installing or removing driver bit or drill bit 006726 1. Sleeve 1 Turn the sleeve counterclockwise to open the chuck jaws. Place the bit in the chuck as far as it will go. Turn the sleeve clockwise to tighten the chuck. To remove the bit, turn the sleeve counterclockwise. 6