4
NOTE:
Even with the switch on and motor running, the bit
will not rotate until you fit the point of the bit in the
screw head and apply forward pressure to engage
the clutch.
Reversing switch action (Fig. 6)
CAUTION:
• Always check the direction of rotation before opera-
tion.
• Use the reversing switch only after the tool comes
to a complete stop. Changing the direction of rota-
tion before the tool stops may damage the tool.
This tool has a reversing switch to change the direc-
tion of rotation. Move the reversing switch lever to the
i
position for clockwise rotation or the
j
position
for counterclockwise rotation.
Operation
Fit the screw on the point of the bit and place the
point of the screw on the surface of the workpiece to
be fastened. Apply pressure to the tool. Start the tool
slowly and then increase the speed gradually. With-
draw the tool as soon as the clutch cuts in.
CAUTION:
• Use the proper bit for the head of the screw that you
wish to use.
• When fitting the screw onto the point of the bit, be
careful not to push in on the screw. If the screw is
pushed in, the clutch will engage and the screw will
rotate suddenly. This could damage a workpiece or
cause an injury.
• Do not continue unnecessary clutching operation.
NOTE:
Make sure that the bit is inserted straight in the screw
head, or the screw and/or bit may be damaged.
When using insert bit (Fig. 7 & 8)
Fit together the insert bit and magnetic bit holder.
Install a locator assembly for an insert bit.
Then adjust depth setting. Initially, adjust the locator
assembly to create a distance of approximately 1 mm
from the tip of the locator to the base of the screw
head. Continue adjusting until the proper depth set-
ting is obtained by following the method of “Depth
adjustment”.
To remove the bit, pull the magnetic bit holder firmly.
Hold the magnetic bit holder in your hand and grasp
the bit with a pair of pliers. Pull the bit out of the mag-
netic bit holder. Sometimes, it helps to wiggle the bit
with the pliers as you pull.
MAINTENANCE
CAUTION:
Always be sure that the tool is switched off and
unplugged before carrying out any work on the tool.
To maintain product safety and reliability, repairs,
maintenance or adjustment should be carried out by
a Makita Authorized Service Center.
