Overheat protection
When the tool/battery is overheated, the tool stops
automatically, and the lamp blinks. In this situation, let
the tool cool down before turning the tool on again.
Overdischarge protection
When the battery capacity becomes low, the tool stops
automatically, and the indicator lamp of battery car-
tridge blinks. If the tool does not operate even when the
switches are operated, remove the batteries from the
tool and charge the batteries.
Protections against other causes
Protection system is also designed for other causes
that could damage the tool and allows the tool to stop
automatically. Take all the following steps to clear the
causes, when the tool has been brought to a temporary
halt or stop in operation.
1.
Turn the tool off, and then turn it on again to restart.
2.
Charge the battery(ies) or replace it/them with
recharged battery(ies).
3.
Let the tool and battery(ies) cool down.
If no improvement can be found by restoring protection
system, then contact your local Makita Service Center.
NOTICE:
If the tool stops due to a cause
not described above, refer to the section for
troubleshooting.
Overload alert
If the tool is operated with excessive load, the overload
indicator will blink in red. In this situation, reduce the
load on the tool. Then, the indicator stops blinking.
► Fig.4: 1. Overload indicator
Switch action
WARNING:
Before installing the battery car-
tridge into the tool, always check to see that the
switch trigger actuates properly and returns to
the "OFF" position when released.
WARNING:
NEVER defeat the lock-off button
by taping down or some other means. A switch with
a negated lock-off button may result in unintentional
operation and serious personal injury.
WARNING:
NEVER use the tool if it runs when
you simply pull the switch trigger without press-
ing the lock-off button. A switch in need of repair
may result in unintentional operation and serious
personal injury. Return tool to a Makita service center
for proper repairs BEFORE further usage.
To prevent the switch trigger from being accidentally
pulled, a lock-off button is provided. To start the tool,
depress the lock-off button and pull the switch trigger.
Release the switch trigger to stop.
► Fig.5: 1. Switch trigger 2. Lock-off button
NOTICE:
Do not pull the switch trigger hard
without pressing in the lock-off button. This can
cause switch breakage.
Lighting the lamp
CAUTION:
Do not look into the light or look
directly at the light source.
To turn on the lamp, press the lamp button. To turn off
the lamp, press the lamp button again.
► Fig.6: 1. Lamp button 2. Lamp
NOTE: The lamp will automatically turn off if there is
no operation with the tool for one minute.
Adjusting the wheel cover
Hold the wheel cover grip and adjust the position of the
wheel cover so it is suitable for your work.
► Fig.7: 1. Wheel cover grip
Electronic function
The tool is equipped with following electronic function
for easy operation.
Electric brake
This tool is equipped with an electric brake. If the tool
consistently fails to quickly stop after the switch trigger
is released, have the tool serviced at a Makita service
center.
Active Feedback sensing Technology
The tool electronically detects situations where the
wheel or accessory may be at risk to be bound. In the
situation, the tool is automatically shut off to prevent
further rotation of the spindle (it does not prevent kick-
back).
To restart the tool, switch off the tool first, remove the
cause of the sudden drop in the rotation speed, and
then turn the tool on again.
Constant speed control
The speed control function provides the constant rota-
tion speed regardless of load conditions.
Accidental re-start preventive
function
The tool does not start when the battery is installed
while the switch is set to ON. To start the tool, turn off
the switch, and turn it on again.
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