Makita 6832 User manual

Auto Feed Screwdriver
No load speed
(RPM)
0 -- 2,800
Screw strip
4 mm x 25 mm - 57 mm
(5132" x 1" ~ 2-114")
MODEL 6832
Variable Speed I Reversing
Overall length Net weight
372
mm (14-518") 2.0
kg (4.4 Ibs)
INSTRUCTION MANUAL

IMPORTANT
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
(For All Tools)
WARNING: WHEN USINGELECTRICTOOLS, BASICSAFETY
PRECAUTIONSSHOULD ALWAYS BE FOLLOWEDTO REDUCE
THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, AND PERSONAL
INJURY, INCLUDING THE FOLLOWING:
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS.
1. KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas and benches invite injuries.
2. CONSIDER WORK AREA ENVIRONMENT. Don't use power tools in damp
or wet locations. Keep work area well
lit. Don't expose power tools torain.
Don't use tool in presence of flammable liquids or gases.
3. KEEP CHILDREN AWAY. All visitors should be kept away from work area.
Don't
let visitors contact tool or extension cord.
4. STORE IDLETOOLS. When not inuse, tools should be stored in dry, and high
or locked-up place
- out of reach of children.
5. DON'T FORCETOOL. It will do thejob better and safer at the ratefor which
it was intended.
6. USE RIGHT TOOL. Don't force small tool or attachment to do the job of a
heavy-dutytool. Don't usetool for purpose not intended; for example, don't
use circular saw for cutting tree limbs or logs.
7. DRESS PROPERLY. Don't wear loose clothingorjewelry. They canbecaught
in moving parts. Rubber gloves and non-skid footwear are recommended
when working outdoors. Wear protective hair coveringtocontain long hair.
8. USE SAFETY GLASSES. Also use face or dust mask if cutting operation is
dusty.
9. DON'T ABUSE CORD. Never carrytool by cord or yank it todisconnect from
receptacle. Keep cord from heat, oil, and sharp edges.
IO. 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.
11. DON'T OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
12. MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep tools sharp and clean for better and
safer performance. Follow instructions for lubricating and changing acces-
sories. Inspect toolcordsperiodically and
if damaged, have repairedbyautho-
rized service facility. Inspect extension cords periodically and replace if
damaged. Keep handles dry, clean, and free from oil and grease.
13. DISCONNECTTOOLS. When notinuse, before servicing, and when chang-
ing accessories, such as blades, bits, cutters.

Ampere Rating
More Not More
Than Than
0- 6
6
- 10
10
- 12
12 - 16
3
Total Length of Cord in Feet
0 - 25 26 - 50 51 - 100 101 - 150
AWG
18 16 16 14
18 16 14 12
16 16 14 12
14 12
Not Recommended

VOLTAGE WARNING: Before connecting 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 withvoltage 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.
ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES
1. Always be sure that the tool is switched off and unplugged before carrying
2. Use only Makita genuine driver bits and screw strips specified for this tool.
3. Always be sure you have a firm footing.
4. Hold the tool firmly and squarely against the workpiece.
5. Keep hands away from rotating parts.
6. When driving into walls, floors or wherever "live" electrical wires may be
encountered,
DO NOT TOUCH ANY METAL PARTS OF THE TOOL!
Holdthetoolonly by the insulatedgrasping surfaces toprevent electric shock
if you drive into a "live" wire.
7. Never lubricate the moving parts such as the feeder box. Malfunctionof the
tool may result.
out any work on the tool.
Be sure no one is below when using the tool
in high locations.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
4

Adjusting the stopper plate (Fig. 1, 2, 3 & 4)
There are two kinds of stopper plates; one is for screws 25 mm (1") - 41 mm (1-5/8")
long and the other is for screws 40 mm(1-9/16") - 57 mm (2-1/4") long.When the tool
is shipped, the former stopper plate is installed on the casing and the latter stopper plate
onthe feeder box. Replacethe stopper plate as necessary.
Stopper platefor
41 mm (1-5/8") Ion
~ screws 25 mm (1 "
Stopper for
screws 40 mm (1 -9/16") -
57 mm (2-1/4") long
Fig.
Pins
Fig. :
5

Adjust the stopper plate in accordance with the screw length as shown in Fig, 3 81 4. If
necessary, loosenthe bolts which secure the stopper plate.
Fig. 3-1
: For screws 25 mm (1") - 28 mm (1-1/8") long
Fig. 3-2: For screws 28 mm (1-1/8")
- 35 mm (1-3/8") long
Fig.3-3: For screws35 mm (1-3/8") -41 mm (1-5/8") long
Fig. 4-1
: For screws 40 mm (1-9/16") - 44 mm (1-3/4") long
Fig. 4-2
: For screws 44 mm (1-3/4") - 51 mm (2") long
Fig. 4-3: For screws 51 mm (2")
- 57 mm (2-1/4") long
Then tighten the bolts to secure the stopper plate.
NOTE :
As for Fig. 3-2, 3-3, 4-2 & 4-3, secure the stopper plate with both ends contacting the
pins on each side to keep the stopper plate
from tilting.
Pin
Fig.
3- 1 Fig. 3-2
Fig. 3-3
Fig.
6

Settingthe slide plate (Fig. 5 & 6)
When driving screws 25 mm (I") - 41 mm (1-5/8") long, set the slide plateto the posi-
tion shown in Fig.
5. To set the slide plate, press it in the direction of the arrow while
depressingthe screw in the center
of the adjustingknob.
Adjusting the driving depth (Fig. 7)
Depress the stopper plate as far as it will
go. While keeping
it in this position, turn
the adjustingknob until the bittip projects
approx. 5 mm (3/16") from the stopper
plate. Drive
a trial screw. If the screw head
projectsabove the surface
of theworkpiece,
turn the adjusting knob in the
+ (plus)
direction; if the screw head
is countersunk,
turn the adjusting knob in the
- (minus)
direction.
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41 mm ll 518 \
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Stopper plate
Casing
Adjusting
knob
Slide plate
\
Adjusting knob lLzess
Screw
Press
Slide
plate
I
When driving screws 40 mm (1-9/16") -
Fig.
57 mm (2-1/4") long, set the slide plateto
the position shown in Fig.6.
To set the
slide plate, just press
it in the direction of
the arrow.
Slide plate
7

Installingthe screw strip (Fig. 8 81 9)
Insert the screw strip through the screw guide. Then insert it through the feeder box until
the first screw reaches the position nextto the driving position.
Feeder box
Screw strip
I
Fig. 8
Removingthe screw strip (Fig. IO)
To remove the screw strip, just pull
inthe direction of the arrow.
it out
-Driving position
Fig.
I /
I
Fig. 1(
Carry hook (Fig. 11)
The carry hook is convenient for hooking
the tool to your belt.
It can be installed
on either side of the machine. To remove
it, pull it out in the direction of the arrow
while raising. To install the hook, push
it
down until it "clicks" into place on the
tool.
Hook
Fig. 11
8

Switch action (Fig. 12)
CAUTION :
Before plugging in the tool, always check to see that the switch trigger actuatesproperly
and returnsto the "OFF" positionwhen released.
To start the tool, simply pull the trigger.
Release the trigger to stop. For continuous
operation, pull the trigger and then push in
the lock button.
To stop the tool from the
locked position, pull the trigger fully, then
release
it.
Switch triggek Locyutton
Fig. 12
Continuous running (Fig. 12)
Press the trigger and at the same time push the lock button. To stop this lock position,
press the trigger and release
it.
Variable trigger speed control (Fig. 12)
The speed varies from 0 to maximum, depending on the pressure applied to the trigger.
The more the trigger
is pressed,the faster the tool runs.
Reversingswitch action (Fig.
13)
This tool has a reversing switch to change
the direction
of rotation. Press the upper
side
(FWD side) of the switch for clockwise
rotation or the lower side
(REV side) of
the switch for counterclockwise rotation.
Reversing switch
Fig. 1:
CAUTION :
0 Always check the direction of rotationbefore operation.
.Use the reversing switch only after the tool comes to
a complete stop. Changing the
directionof rotationbefore the tool stops may damage the tool.
9

Drivingoperation (Fig. 14)
Switch on the tool by pressing the trigger
and
at the same time pushing the lock
button. Hold the tool squarely against the
workpiece and apply forward pressure to
the tool. The screw will be automatically
carried to the driving position and driven
intothe workpiece.
Fig. 14
IMP0RTANT :
Do not fire the tool without screws. This will damage the workpiece.
0 If the feeder box becomes sluggish in operation, spray car wax (spray type wax) on its
slidingsurfaces. Never lubricate it.
Installingor removingthe bit (Fig. 15 & 16)
CAUTION :
Always be sure that the tool is switched off and unpluggedbefore installingor removing
the bit.
Loosen the bolt which secures
the casing. Pull out the casing in the direction of the
arrow. Press the dust cover toward the plane bearing and pull out the bit. If the dust
cover cannot be moved
as far as the plane bearing, try it again after turning the bit
slightly.
To install the bit, insert
it intothe socket while turning it slightly. After installing, always
make sure that the bit
is securely held inplace by trying to pull it out.
Fig. l!
Plane bearing -,
Fig. 16
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