Makita HM0870C Owners Manual - Page 6

ASSEMBLY CAUTION: • Always be sure that the tool is switched off and unplugged before carrying out any work on the tool. Side handle (auxiliary handle) For tool with stick type side handle 1. Side grip (auxiliary handle) 1 010494 Insert the bit into the tool. Turn the bit and push it in until it engages. 1. Releasing cover 1 010489 If the bit cannot be pushed in, remove the bit. Pull the releasing cover down a couple of times. Then insert the bit again. Turn the bit and push it in until it engages. The side grip swings around to either side, allowing easy handling of the tool in any position. Loosen the side grip by turning it counterclockwise, swing it to the desired position and then tighten it by turning clockwise. For tool with D-shaped side handle 1 1. D-sided side handle 2. Clamp nut 2 010490 After installing, always make sure that the bit is securely held in place by trying to pull it out. 1. Releasing cover 1 010453 The side handle can be swung 360° on the vertical and secured at any desired position. It also secures at eight different positions back and forth on the horizontal. Just loosen the clamp nut to swing the side handle to a desired position. Then tighten the clamp nut securely. Installing or removing the bit 1. Bit shank 2. Bit grease 010491 To remove the bit, pull the releasing cover down all the way and pull the bit out. Bit angle 1. Change ring 1 2 009664 Clean the bit shank and apply bit grease before installing the bit. 1 010492 6