Makita BST221 Owners Manual - Page 5

Make sure all safety systems are in working order before operation. The tool must not operate if only the switch trigger is pulled or if only the safety lever is pressed against the wood. It must work only when both actions are performed. Test for possible faulty operation with a tool unloaded and pointed well away from yourself or any bystanders. 1. Staples 1 2. Main magazine 2 NOTE: • There is a possibility that the tool may operate for an instant when only the trigger is pulled. This does not indicate a problem. If this occurs, point the tool well away from yourself or any bystanders. Release and pull the trigger again to make sure the safety systems are in working order. ASSEMBLY CAUTION: • Always make sure that your fingers are not placed on the trigger and the battery cartridge is removed before carrying out any work on the stapler. Staples • Handle the staples and their box carefully. If the staples have been handled roughly, they may be bent out of shape, causing poor staple feed or jamming. • Avoid storing the staples in a very humid or hot place or place exposed to direct sunlight. CAUTION: • Do not use staples other than designated in this manual or staples that appear to be damaged, bent, rusty or corroded. • Do not insert staples of which size is different each other at the same time inside the magazine , causing poor staple feed or jamming. Loading staples Remove the battery cartridge. Press the locking lever on the rear of the sub magazine and slide the sub magazine backward. 1 1. Sub magazine 2. Locking lever 009153 To secure the sub magazine in place, hook the locking lever on the rear of the sub-magazine. CAUTION: • With the magazine loaded, if the tool is held downward and the sub-magazine is opened, the staples can fall out and present a danger to anyone or anything below. Keep this in mind especially when working in high locations. Unloading staples CAUTION: • When removing staples, make sure that your fingers are not placed on the trigger or the lever and the battery cartridge is removed from the stapler. Misfiring may cause personal injuries and property damage. Remove the battery cartridge. Press the locking lever and slide the magazine back. 1 1. Sub magazine 2. Locking lever 2 009152 Take out staples from the magazine slit. 1 1. Sub magazine 2. Locking lever 2 2 009152 009162 Load staples into the main magazine with their feet facing up. Slide the sub-magazine forward. 5