Makita 6012HD User manual

Cordless
Steel Wood
Driver Dr i II
Wood screw Machine screw Nuts
MODEL 6012HD
MODEL 6012HDW
With Fast Charger and Carrylng Case
6 5 mm
1114"l
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
15 mm 5.1 mm x 55 mm 6 mm 261 mm 1.6kg
1518") 13/16" x 2-118")
1114")
I :Em) 1 400 ' lrloo 1 110-114") 1 13.5 lbsl
S PECl F I CAT1 0 N S
Battery Cartridge 9000
Model 6012HD
9 Model DC9700 Fast Charger
Voltage Input output Charging time
* Manufacturer reserves the right to change specifications without notice
* Note: Specifications may differ from country to country.

IMPORTANT
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
(For All Tools)
WARNING: WHEN USING ELECTRICTOOLS, BASIC SAFE-
REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, AND PER-
TY PRECAUTIONS SHOULD ALWAYS
BE FOLLOWED TO
SONAL INJURY, INCLUDING THE FOLLOWING:
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS.
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KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas and benches invite injuries.
CONSIDER WORK AREA ENVIRONMENT. Don't use power tools
in damp
or wet locations. Keep work area well lit. Don't expose power tools to rain.
Don't use tool in presence of flammable liquids or gases.
KEEP CHILDREN AWAY. All visitors should be kept away from work area.
Don't let visitors contact tool or extension cord.
STORE IDLETOOLS. When not inuse, tools should be storedindry, and high
or locked-up place
- out of reach of children.
DON'T FORCETOOL.
It will do thejob betterand safer at the ratefor which
it was intended.
USE RIGHT TOOL. Don't force small tool or attachment to do the job of a
heavy-duty tool. Don't use tool for purpose not intended.
DRESS PROPERLY. Don't wear loose clothingor jewelry. They can be caught
in moving parts. Rubber gloves and non-skid footwear are recommended
when working outdoors. Wear protective hair coveringto contain long hair.
USE SAFETY GLASSES. Also use face or dust mask if cutting operation is
dusty.
DON'T ABUSE CORD. Never carry tool by cord or yank
it todisconnect from
receptacle. Keep cord from heat, oil, and sharp edges.
SECURE WORK. Use clamps or a vise to hold work. It's safer than using
your hand and
it frees both hands to operate tool.
DON'T OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep tools sharp and clean for better and
safer performance. Follow instructions for lubricatingand changing acces-
sories. Inspect toolcords periodicallyand
if damaged, have repairedby autho-
rized service facility. Inspect extension cords periodically and replace if
damaged. Keep handles dry, clean, and free from oil and grease.

13. DISCONNECT TOOLS. When notinuse, before servicing, and when chang-
ing accessories, such as blades, bits, cutters.
14. REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES. Form habit of checking to
see that keys and adjusting wrenches are removedfromtool beforeturning
it on.
15. AVOID UNINTENTIONALSTARTING. Don't carry plugged-intool with finger
on switch. Be sure switch is OFF when plugging
in.
16. OUTDOOR USEEXTENSION CORDS. When tool isusedoutdoors, use only
extension cords intended for use outdoors and so marked.
17. STAY ALERT. Watch what you are doing, use commonsense. Don't operate
tool when you are tired.
18. CHECK DAMAGED PARTS. Before further use of the tool, a guard or other
part that is damaged should be carefully checked to determine that it will
operate properly and perform itsintended function. Check for alignment of
movingparts, bindingof movingparts, breakage of parts, mounting, and any
other conditions that may affect its operation. A guard or other part that
is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced by an authorized serv-
ice center unless otherwise indicated elsewhere inthis instruction manual.
Have defective switches replaced by authorized service center. Don't use
tool if switch does not turn it on and off.
19. GUARD AGAINST ELECTRICSHOCK. Prevent body contact with grounded
surfaces. For example; pipes, radiators, ranges, refrigerator enclosures.
20. REPLACEMENTPARTS.When servicing, useonly identicalreplacement parts.
VOLTAGE WARNING: Beforeconnecting the tooltoa power source (receptacle,
outlet, etc.) be sure the voltage supplied is the same as that specified on the
nameplate of the tool. A power source
with voltage greater than that specified
for the tool can result in SERIOUS INJURY tothe user - as well as damage to
the tool. If in doubt, DO NOT PLUG IN THE TOOL. Using a power source
with
voltage less than the nameplate rating is harmful to the motor.
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Length of Cord (Feet) 25 50
AWG Size of Cord 18 18
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS - This manual
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Do not operate charger with damaged cord or plug - replace them imme-
diately.
Do not operate charger if it has received a sharp blow, been dropped, or
otherwise damaged in any way; take
it to a qualified serviceman.
Do not disassemble charger or battery cartridge; take
it to a qualified
servicemanwhen service or repair isrequired. Incorrectreassembly may re-
sult in a risk of electric shock or fire.
To reduce risk
of electric shock, unplug charger from outlet before attemp-
ting any maintenance or cleaning. Turning off controls will not reduce this
risk.
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ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES
FOR CHARGER
& BATTERY CARTRIDGE
1. Do not charge Battery Cartridge when temperature is BELOW 10°C (5O0F1
or ABOVE 4OoC (104OF).
2.
Donotattempt touseastep-uptransformer, an enginegenerator or DC power
3. Do not allow anything to cover or clog the charger vents.
4. Always cover the battery terminals with the battery cover when the battery
5. A battery short can cause a large current flow, overheating, possible burns
receptacle.
cartridge is not used.
and even a breakdown.
(1) Do not touch the terminals with any conductive material.
(2) Avoid storing battery cartridge inacontainer with other metalobjects such
(3) Do not expose battery cartridge to water or rain.
ture may reach or exceed 5OoC
(122OF).
completely worn out. The battery cartridge can explode in a fire.
as nails, coins, etc.
6. Do not store the tool and Battery Cartridge in locations where the tempera-
7. Do not incinerate the Battery Cartridge even if it is severely damaged or is
ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES
1. Be aware that this tool is always in an operating condition, because it does
2. Always be sure you have a firm footing.
3. Hold the tool firmly.
4. Keep hands away from rotating parts.
5. When drilling into walls, floors or wherever "live" electrical wires may be
encountered, DO NOT TOUCH ANY METAL PARTS
OF THE TOOL!
Holdthe toolonly by the insulatedgrasping surfaces toprevent electric shock
if you drill into a "live" wire.
not have to be plugged into an electrical outlet.
Be sure no one is below when using the tool in high locations.
6. Do not leave the tool running. Operate the tool only when hand-held.
7. Do not touchthe drill bit or the workpiece immediately after operation: they
may be extremely hot and could burn your skin.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
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Installing or removingbattery cartridge
0Always switch off the tool before insertionor removal of the battery cartridge.
0 To remove the battery cartridge, pull out
the
set plate on the tool and grasp both
sides of the cartridgewhile withdrawing it
from the barrel.
0 To insert the battery cartridge, align the
tongue on the battery cartridge with the
groove in the housing and slip it into
place. Snap the
set plate back intoplace.
Be sure to close the set platefully before
usingthe tool.
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Set plate
0 Do notuse forcewhen insertingthe battery cartridge.
Ifthe cartridgedoes notslide ineasily,
it is notbeing insertedcorrectly.
Charging
Plug the fast charger into your power
source. Insert the battery cartridge
so that
the plus and minus terminals on the bat-
tery cartridge are on the same sides
as their
respective markings on the fast charger.
Insert the cartridge fully into the port so
that it rests on the charger portfloor.
Press the start button (red). The charging
light will come on and charging will begin.
If the charging light does not come on,
press the reset button (yellow) first, then
the start button (red). If the charging light
button
goes out within 10 seconds even after pressingthe reset button and start button a couple
of times, the battery cartridge
is dead. (CAUTION: Wait for more than 5 seconds after
the charging light goes out to press the reset button again.) Replace
it with a new one.
When the charging light goes out afterabout one hour,youmay remove the fully charged
battery cabridge.
After charging, unplugthe charger from the power source.
CAUTION:
.Your new battery cartridge
is notcharged. You will need to charge it beforeuse.
.Do not keep the button pressed in with tape, etc. or the circuit will not function pro-
perly. Also,
a malfunction of the charger may result possibly causing overheating, etc.
0 Ifyou try to charge a cartridge from a just-operatedtool, sometimes the charging light
will not come on. If this occurs,
let the cartridge cool off for a while. Then re-insert it
and try tocharge it once more.
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When you charge a new battery cartridge or a battery cartridgewhich has not been used
for
a long period, it may not accept a full charge. This is a normal condition and does
not indicate
a problem. You can recharge the battery cartridge fully after discharging
it almost completely a couple of times.
0 If you wish to charge two battery cartridges,allow 15 minutes between chargings on the
fast charger.
Bit installation
& removal
CAUTION
:
Always set the Forward-Reverseswitch lever to NEUTRALwhen installing, removingor
adjustingbits or accessories.
0 Chuck
When installing
a drill bit, notice that
there are three holes in the chuck
at
which you must use the key for tighten-
ing. Insert the chuck key in any of the
3
holes and turn to the left (counterclock-
wise) to release jaws of chuck. Insert the
bit and tighten with chuck key to the
right. Tighten evenly
at all three holes in
sequence.
Tigbtten
.After use, re-attachthe clip-on chuck key
inthe holefor it on top of the tool.
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Clip-on chuck key
Switch operation
CAUTION
:
When releasing the trigger, check to be sure that it springs out to its original releasedposi-
tion.
The tool starts when the trigger
is pulled
and
stops when it is released. To reverse
the rotation, use the reversing switch lever
equipped just above and in front of the
trigger switch. However, when changingthe
rotational direction, be sure the trigger
switch
is released (OFF) and check the
rotational direction. Keep the reversing
switch lever in the neutral position when-
ever you are notusingthe tool.
NEUTRAL
Trigger
switct

Drill
*Punch a small hole in the metal to pre-
vent the bit from skitterring when start-
ingtodrill
a hole.
0 Use
drill machine oil on the bit to facilitate
ing.
.Pressing down too hard on the tool will not speed up the drilling. Infact, this undue
pressure will only serve to damage the tip of your drill bit, decrease your drilling per-
formance and shorten the service of the tool.
0There
is a tremendous force exerted on the tool/bit at the time of hole break through.
Grip the drill firmly and exert care when the bitbegins to break through the materials.
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Screw
Match vour bitto vour screw.
Item I Nominal diameter (mm)
Bit No. I Wood screw I Machinescrew
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2.1 - 2.7
M2 - M2.6
3.1 - 4.8 M3
- M5.5
Phillips bits
Phillips bit No. 2-65 mm is standard
equipped. Select your screws and
nominal diameter with the chart on
the right.
No. 3 I 5.1 (13/64") I M6 (1/4")
Slotted bits
Unless you use
a bit that fits properly the slot on the head of the screw, the slot will
be damaged and the screw will not fasten. If the bit fails to match the slot, use a
grinder or some such tool to trimthe bitto fit the slot.
NOTE : Rest the tool for 15 minutes when changing battery for continuous operation.
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Speed changeover
.To change the speed, turn the speed
change knob
180" while the drill is run-
ning. Be sure that the speed change knob
is turned to the correct speed setting
before you begin operation. See arrow
indication. Use the right speed for the
job.
Fasteningtorque adjustment
Just turn the fastening torque adjust
knob on the tool inorder to select any of
5 different fastening torques. Make sure
that the arrow points to the right torque
before you begin the job. Torques are
numbered from
1 to 5 in the order of
strength. Set to 5 for use as a drill. The
torque setting for number
5 is designed
for drilling, and to protect the motor
from burn out, so it can slip when a very
high torque
is applied.
Fastening torque
adjust knob
I Arrow
Grip
.The grip shown on the right
is recom-
mended. However, grip the tool firmly
with both hands when drilling
a large-
diameter hole.
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*The hole on the heel of the tool is a con-
venient way
to carry it by a cord, hook
or other means.
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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 presenta risk
of injury to persons. The
accessories or attachments should be used only inthe proper and intended manner.
0 Fastcharger
Model DC9700
0 Charger 12Vfor car
Model DC9112
0 Makita Battery cartridge 9000 (9.6 V)
0 Chuck key S10
1 hour fast charge nickel cadmium battery
Part No.632007-4 Part
No. 763419- 1
0 Bits
0 Rubber pad assembly
Part NO.123001-2
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Slotted I #5F I 784010-0A
1 #7F I 784011-0A
0 Wool bonnet
Part No 743401 -6
Square drill bit 784606-0A
0 Battery holster
Holds with extra battery
Part
No. 823033-3C
0 Foam polishing pad
Part No.743023-2
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0 Tool holster
has some bitsstorage space.
Use holster tocarry drill only after
removingbit.
Also, keep the reversing
switch lever in neutral position when
carrying in the holster.
Part
No. 823033-36
Part
No. 823033-3E (Genuine leather)
0 Tool carrying case
Part No. 823085-7 (Steel case)
Part
No. 824145-8 (Plastic case)
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Feb 19 86 EN
CORDLESS DRIVER DRILL
Model 6012HD
Note: The switch and other part configurations
may differ from country
to country
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MODEL 6012HD Feb-19-86 EN
ED DESCRIPTION
I;,'," DESCRIPTION
MACHINE
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Pan Head Screw M5x18
Drill Chuck S10
Spindle
Pi" 3
Ball Bearinq 6000LLB
STOPRing E 9
Thin Washer 10
Spur Gear 78
Ring
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Spur Gear 93
Thin Washer 10
Compression Spring 10
Flat Washer 5
Plane Bearing 5
Shift Knob Supporler
compress~o"
spr ny 3
S~eelBall 4 8
Shift Knob
Retaining Ring S 6
Flat Washer 14
Ball
Bear ng 626LLB
Flat Washer 6
Compresslo" Spr,ng 10
Spur Gear 89
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Steel Ball 4 8
Clutch Cam
Conical Compression Spring 16-21
08%
Thrust Needle Gauge 1023
Flat Washer 8
Slider
P," 3
Gear 12-28
Plane Bearing 4
Shifter
Leaf
Spmg
Holder 6
DC Motor 9 6 V
Switch
Housing Set lWith Item 551
Battery
9000
Name Plate
Pan Head Screw M4x22 IWith Washer1
Sleeve 5
set Plate
Compression Spring 8
Housing Set lWifh Item 401
Now The Switch and other part specifications may differ from country to Country
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The only way to dispose of a Makita battery is
to recycle it. The law prohibits any other
method
of disposal. I Ni-Cd 1
To recycle the battery:
1. Remove the battery from the tool.
2. a). Take the battery to your nearest Makita Factory Service Center
or
b). Take the battery to your nearest Makita Authorized Service Center or
Distributor that has been designated as a Makita battery recycling location.
Call your nearest Makita Service Center or Distributor to determine the location
that provides Makita battery recycling. See your local Yellow Pages under
”Tools-Electric’:
MAKITA LIMITED ONE YEAR WARRANTY
Warranty Policy
Every Makita tool is thoroughly inspected and tested before leaving the factory. It is warranted to
be free of defects from workmanship and materials for the period of ONE YEAR from the date of
original purchase. Should any trouble develop during this one-year period, return the COMPLETE
tool, freight prepaid, toone of Makita’s Factory or Authorized Service Centers. If inspection shows
the trouble
is caused by defective workmanship or material, Makita will repair (or at our option,
replace) without charge.
This Warranty does not apply where:
e repairs have been made or attempted by others:
e repairs are required because of normal wear and tear:
e The tool has been abused, misused or improperly maintained,
e alterations have been made to the tool.
IN NO EVENT SHALL MAKITA BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL OR CON-
SEQUENTIAL DAMAGES FROM THE SALE OR USE OFTHE PRODUCT. THIS DISCLAIMER
APPLIES BOTH DURING AND AFTER THE TERM
OF THIS WARRANTY.
MAKITA DISCLAIMS LIABILITY FOR ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING IMPLIED
WARRANTIES OF “MERCHANTABILITY” AND “FITNESS FOR A SPECIFIC PURPOSE.”
AFTER THE ONE-YEAR TERM
OF THIS WARRANTY.
This Warranty gives
YOU specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from
state to state. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential
damages,
so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you. Some states do not allow
limitation on how long an implied warranty lasts,
so the above limitation may not apply toyou.
Makita Corporation
3-11 -8, Sumiyoshi-cho,
Anjo, Aichi
446 Japan
883544IO65
PRINTED IN JAPAN
1993 - 7 - N