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NOTE: Use the proper bit for the head of the screw/
bolt that you wish to use.
NOTE: When fastening M8 or smaller screw, choose 
aproperimpactforceandcarefullyadjustpressureon
the switch trigger so that the screw is not damaged.
NOTE: Hold the tool pointed straight at the screw.
NOTE: If the impact force is too strong or you tighten 
thescrewforatimelongerthanshowninthegures,
the screw or the point of the driver bit may be over-
stressed, stripped, damaged, etc. Before starting your 
job,alwaysperformatestoperationtodeterminethe
proper fastening time for your screw.
The fastening torque is affected by a wide variety of 
factors including the following. After fastening, always 
check the torque with a torque wrench.
1. When the battery cartridge is discharged almost 
completely, voltage will drop and the fastening 
torque will be reduced.
2. Driver bit or socket bit
Failure to use the correct size driver bit or socket 
bit will cause a reduction in the fastening torque.
3. Bolt
• Eventhoughthetorquecoefcientandthe
class of bolt are the same, the proper fasten-
ing torque will differ according to the diame-
ter of bolt.
• Even though the diameters of bolts are the 
same, the proper fastening torque will differ 
accordingtothetorquecoefcient,theclass
of bolt and the bolt length.
4. The manner of holding the tool or the material 
of driving position to be fastened will affect the 
torque.
5. Operating the tool at low speed will cause a reduc-
tion in the fastening torque.
MAINTENANCE
CAUTION: Always be sure that the tool is 
switched off and the battery cartridge is removed 
before attempting to perform inspection or 
maintenance.
NOTICE: Never use gasoline, benzine, thinner, 
alcohol or the like. Discoloration, deformation or 
cracks may result.
Replacing carbon brushes
►Fig.12: 1. Limit mark
Check the carbon brushes regularly.
Replace them when they wear down to the limit mark. 
Keep the carbon brushes clean and free to slip in the 
holders. All carbon brushes should be replaced at the 
same time. Use only identical carbon brushes.
1. Use a screwdriver to remove two screws then 
remove the rear cover.
►Fig.13: 1. Rear cover 2. Screw
2. Raise the arm part of the spring and then place 
it in the recessed part of the housing with a slotted bit 
screwdriver of slender shaft or the like.
►Fig.14: 1. Recessed part 2. Spring 3. Arm
3. Use pliers to remove the carbon brush caps of 
the carbon brushes. Take out the worn carbon brushes, 
insert the new ones and replace the carbon brush caps 
in reverse.
►Fig.15: 1. Carbon brush cap
4. Make sure to place the lead wire in opposite side 
of the arm.
►Fig.16: 1. Lead wire 2. Carbon brush cap
5. Makesurethatthecarbonbrushcapshavetinto
the holes in brush holders securely.
►Fig.17: 1. Hole 2. Carbon brush cap
6. Reinstall the rear cover and tighten two screws 
securely.
7. Insert the battery cartridge into the tool and break 
in brushes by running tool with no load for about 1 
minute.
8. Check the tool while running and electric brake 
operation when releasing the switch trigger. If electric 
brake is not working well, ask Makita Authorized or 
Factory Service Centers for repair.
To maintain product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, 
repairs,anyothermaintenanceoradjustmentshould
be performed by Makita Authorized or Factory Service 
Centers, always using Makita replacement parts.
OPTIONAL 
ACCESSORIES
CAUTION: These accessories or attachments 
are recommended for use with your Makita tool 
specied in this manual. The use of any other 
accessories or attachments might present a risk of 
injurytopersons.Onlyuseaccessoryorattachment
for its stated purpose.
If you need any assistance for more details regard-
ing these accessories, ask your local Makita Service 
Center.
• Driver bits
• Hook
• Plastic carrying case
• Makita genuine battery and charger
• Battery protector
NOTE: Some items in the list may be included in the 
tool package as standard accessories. They may 
differ from country to country.