User manual MAKITA PS4605

[. . . ] Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury. Save all warnings and instructions for future reference. Exposure to noise can cause hearing loss. Use auxiliary handles supplied with the tool. [. . . ] Charge the battery cartridge once in every six months if you do not use it for a long period of time. 3) CAUTION: • Before inserting the battery cartridge into the tool, always check to see that the switch trigger actuates properly and returns to the “OFF” position when released. To start the tool, simply pull the switch trigger. Tool speed is increased by increasing pressure on the switch trigger. When the reversing switch lever is in the neutral position, the switch trigger cannot be pulled. CAUTION: • Always check the direction of rotation before operation. €¢ Use the reversing switch only after the tool comes to a complete stop. Changing the direction of rotation before the tool stops may damage the tool. €¢ When not operating the tool, always set the reversing switch lever to the neutral position. Forcing the action mode changing knob may cause tool damage. Torque limiter The torque limiter will actuate when a certain torque level is reached. This chuck lubrication assures smooth action and longer service life. Selecting the action mode Rotation with hammering (Fig. 7) For drilling in concrete , masonry , etc. , depress the lock button and rotate the action mode changing knob to the symbol. 8) For drilling in wood, metal or plastic materials, depress the lock button and rotate the action mode changing knob to the m symbol. 9) For chipping, scaling or demolition operations, depress the lock button and rotate the action mode changing knob to the symbol. Use a bull point, cold chisel, scaling chisel, etc. CAUTION: • Do not rotate the action mode changing knob when the tool is running. Installing or removing the bit Clean the bit shank and apply bit grease before installing the bit. Turn the bit and push it in until it engages. If the bit cannot be pushed in, remove the bit. [. . . ] Position the bit at the desired location for the hole, then pull the switch trigger. Keep the tool in position and prevent it from slipping away from the hole. Do not apply more pressure when the hole becomes clogged with chips or particles. Instead, run the tool at an idle, then remove the bit partially from the hole. [. . . ]