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SAFETY WARNINGS
General power tool safety warnings
WARNING: Read all safety warnings, instruc-
tions, illustrations and specications provided 
with this power tool. Failure to follow all instructions 
listedbelowmayresultinelectricshock,reand/or
seriousinjury.
Save all warnings and instruc-
tions for future reference.
Theterm"powertool"inthewarningsreferstoyour
mains-operated(corded)powertoolorbattery-operated
(cordless) power tool.
Cordless driver drill safety warnings
1. Use auxiliary handle(s), if supplied with the 
tool.Lossofcontrolcancausepersonalinjury.
2. 
Hold power tool by insulated gripping surfaces, when 
performing an operation where the cutting accessory 
may contact hidden wiring.Cuttingaccessorycontacting
a"live"wiremaymakeexposedmetalpartsofthepower
tool "live" and could give the operator an electric shock.
3. Hold power tool by insulated gripping sur-
faces, when performing an operation where 
the fastener may contact hidden wiring. 
Fastenerscontactinga"live"wiremaymake
exposed metal parts of the power tool "live" and 
could give the operator an electric shock.
4. 
Always be sure you have a rm footing. Be sure no 
one is below when using the tool in high locations.
5. Hold the tool rmly.
6. Keep hands away from rotating parts.
7. Do not leave the tool running. Operate the tool 
only when hand-held.
8. Do not touch the drill bit or the workpiece 
immediately after operation; they may be 
extremely hot and could burn your skin.
9. 
Some material contains chemicals which may be 
toxic. Take caution to prevent dust inhalation and 
skin contact. Follow material supplier safety data.
10. If the drill bit cannot be loosened even you 
open the jaws, use pliers to pull it out. In such a 
case,pullingoutthedrillbitbyhandmayresultin
injurybyitssharpedge.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
WARNING
:DO NOT let comfort or familiarity with 
product (gained from repeated use) replace strict adher-
ence to safety rules for the subject product. MISUSE or 
failure to follow the safety rules stated in this instruc-
tion manual may cause serious personal injury.
Important safety instructions for 
battery cartridge
1. 
Before using battery cartridge, read all instruc-
tions and cautionary markings on (1) battery char-
ger, (2) battery, and (3) product using battery.
2. Do not disassemble battery cartridge.
3. If operating time has become excessively 
shorter, stop operating immediately. It may 
result in a risk of overheating, possible burns 
and even an explosion.
4. 
If electrolyte gets into your eyes, rinse them out 
with clear water and seek medical attention right 
away. It may result in loss of your eyesight.
5. Do not short the battery cartridge:
(1) Do not touch the terminals with any con-
ductive material.
(2) Avoid storing battery cartridge in a con-
tainer with other metal objects such as 
nails, coins, etc.
(3) Do not expose battery cartridge to water 
or rain.
A battery short can cause a large current ow, 
overheating, possible burns and even a breakdown.
6. Do not store the tool and battery cartridge in 
locations where the temperature may reach or 
exceed 50 °C (122 °F).
7. Do not incinerate the battery cartridge even if 
it is severely damaged or is completely worn 
out. The battery cartridge can explode in a re.
8. Be careful not to drop or strike battery.
9. Do not use a damaged battery.
10. 
The contained lithium-ion batteries are subject to 
the Dangerous Goods Legislation requirements. 
Forcommercialtransportse.g.bythirdparties,
forwarding agents, special requirement on pack-
agingandlabelingmustbeobserved. 
Forpreparationoftheitembeingshipped,consult-
ing an expert for hazardous material is required. 
Pleasealsoobservepossiblymoredetailed
national regulations. 
Tape or mask off open contacts and pack up the 
batteryinsuchamannerthatitcannotmove
around in the packaging.
11. Follow your local regulations relating to dis-
posal of battery.
12. Use the batteries only with the products 
specied by Makita.Installingthebatteriesto
non-compliantproductsmayresultinare,exces-
siveheat,explosion,orleakofelectrolyte.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
CAUTION: Only use genuine Makita batteries. 
Useofnon-genuineMakitabatteries,orbatteriesthat
havebeenaltered,mayresultinthebatterybursting
causingres,personalinjuryanddamage.Itwill
alsovoidtheMakitawarrantyfortheMakitatooland
charger.
Tips for maintaining maximum 
battery life
1. Charge the battery cartridge before completely 
discharged. Always stop tool operation and 
charge the battery cartridge when you notice 
less tool power.
2. 
Never recharge a fully charged battery cartridge. 
Overcharging shortens the battery service life.
3. 
Charge the battery cartridge with room tempera-
ture at 10 °C - 40 °C (50 °F - 104 °F). Let a hot 
battery cartridge cool down before charging it.