User manual MAKITA BHP343SFE

[. . . ] iMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR BATTERY CARTRIDGE ENC007-2 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. [. . . ] For rotation with clutch, turn the ring so that the arrow points toward the mark on the ring. CAUTION: • Always set the ring correctly to your desired mode mark. If you operate the tool with the ring positioned halfway between the mode marks, the tool may be damaged. 1) • Always switch off the tool before insertion or removal of the battery cartridge. € To remove the battery cartridge, withdraw it from the tool while sliding the button on the side of the cartridge. € To insert the battery cartridge, align the tongue on the battery cartridge with the groove in the housing and slip it into place. Always insert it all the way until it locks in place with a little click. If you can see the red part on the upper side of the button, it is not locked completely. If not, it may accidentally fall out of the tool, causing injury to you or someone around you. If the cartridge does not slide in easily, it is not being inserted correctly. 6) The fastening torque can be adjusted in 16 steps by turning the adjusting ring so that its graduations are aligned with the arrow on the tool body. The fastening torque is minimum when the number 1 is aligned with the arrow, and maximum when the number 16 is aligned with the arrow. Before actual operation, drive a trial screw into your material or a piece of duplicate material to determine which torque level is required for a particular application. 2) CAUTION: • Before inserting the battery cartridge into the tool, always check to see that the switch trigger actuates 5 ASSEMBLY CAUTION: • Always be sure that the tool is switched off and the battery cartridge is removed before carrying out any work on the tool. Nominal diameter of wood Recommended size of pilot screw (mm) hole (mm) 3. OPERATION Hammer drilling operation CAUTION: • There is a tremendous and sudden twisting force exerted on the tool/bit at the time of hole breakthrough, when the hole becomes clogged with chips and particles, or when striking reinforcing rods embedded in the concrete. First, turn the action mode changing ring so that the arrow on the tool body points to the marking. The adjusting ring can be aligned in any torque levels for this operation. 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. [. . . ] 6 ACCESSORIES CAUTION: • These accessories or attachments are recommended for use with your Makita tool specified in this manual. The use of any other accessories or attachments might present a risk of injury to persons. If you need any assistance for more details regarding these accessories, ask your local Makita Service Center. € Drill bits • Tungsten-carbide tipped hammer bit • Phillips bit • Slotted bit • Socket bit • Blow-out bulb • Safety goggles • Various type of Makita genuine batteries and chargers • Rubber pad assembly • Wool bonnet • Foam polishing pad • Plastic carrying case For Model BHP343 For European countries only Noise ENG101-1 The typical A-weighted noise level determined according to EN60745-2-1: Sound pressure level (LpA): 80 dB (A) Uncertainty (K): 3 dB (A) The noise level under working may exceed 85 dB (A). [. . . ]