User manual MAKITA BDF444Z

[. . . ] ENGLISH (Original instructions) INSTRUCTION MANUAL Cordless Driver Drill BDF444 BDF454 008981 WARNING: For your personal safety, READ and UNDERSTAND before using. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. 1 ENGLISH SPECIFICATIONS Model Steel Capacities Wood Wood screw Machine screw No load speed (min-1) Overall length Net weight Rated voltage · Specifications and battery cartridge may differ from country to country. · Weight, with battery cartridge, according to EPTA-Procedure 01/2003 END004-3 BDF444 13 mm 50 mm 6 mm x 75 mm 6 mm 0 - 1, 700 0 - 400 231 mm 2. 2 kg D. C. [. . . ] Take caution to prevent dust inhalation and skin contact. Follow material supplier safety data. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR BATTERY CARTRIDGE 1. Before using battery cartridge, read all instructions and cautionary markings on (1) battery charger, (2) battery, and (3) product using battery. If operating time has become excessively shorter, stop operating immediately. It may result in a risk of overheating, possible burns and even an explosion. If electrolyte gets into your eyes, rinse them out with clear water and seek medical attention right away. Do not short the battery cartridge: (1) Do not touch the terminals with any conductive material. (2) Avoid storing battery cartridge in a container 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. Do not store the tool and battery cartridge in locations where the temperature may reach or exceed 50 C (122 F). Do not incinerate the battery cartridge even if it is severely damaged or is completely worn out. The battery cartridge can explode in a fire. Be careful not to drop or strike battery. Do not use dropped or struck battery. 2. 3. 4. 5. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. WARNING: MISUSE or failure to follow the safety rules stated in this instruction manual may cause serious personal injury. 6. 7. 8. 9. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. Tips for maintaining maximum battery life 1. Charge the battery cartridge before completely discharged. Always stop tool operation and charge the battery cartridge when you notice less tool power. Never recharge a fully charged battery cartridge. Overcharging shortens the battery service life. Charge the battery cartridge with room temperature at 10 C - 40 C (50 F - 104 F). [. . . ] First, slide the action mode change lever so that it points to the marking. The adjusting ring can be aligned in any torque levels for this operation. CAUTION: Pressing excessively on the tool will not speed up the drilling. In fact, this excessive pressure will only serve to damage the tip of your bit, decrease the tool performance and shorten the service life of the tool. [. . . ]