Makita DST121 User manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Cordless Stapler
DST121
ENGLISH: Original instructions
Read before use.

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SPECIFICATIONS
Model: DST121
Staple width 10 mm
Applicable staples length 13 mm - 25 mm
Staple magazine capacity 100 pcs
Dimensions without hook
(L x W x H)
with BL1815N 244 mm x 79 mm x 216 mm
with BL1860B 260 mm x 79 mm x 216 mm
Net weight 2.2 - 2.5 kg
Rated voltage D.C. 18 V
• Due to our continuing program of research and development, the specications herein are subject to change without notice.
• Specications and battery cartridge may di󰀨er from country to country.
• The weight may di󰀨er depending on the attachment(s), including the battery cartridge. The lightest and heavi-
est combinations, according to EPTA-Procedure 01/2014, are shown in the table.
Applicable battery cartridge and charger
Battery cartridge BL1815N / BL1820 / BL1820B / BL1830 / BL1830B / BL1840 /
BL1840B / BL1850 / BL1850B / BL1860B
Charger DC18RC / DC18RD / DC18RE / DC18SD / DC18SE / DC18SF /
DC18SH
• Some of the battery cartridges and chargers listed above may not be available depending on your region of residence.
WARNING: Only use the battery cartridges and chargers listed above. Use of any other battery cartridges
and chargers may cause injury and/or re.
Symbols
The followings show the symbols which may be used
for the equipment. Be sure that you understand their
meaning before use.
Read instruction manual.
Ni-MH
Li-ion
Only for EU countries
Do not dispose of electric equipment or
battery pack together with household waste
material!
In observance of the European Directives,
on Waste Electric and Electronic
Equipment and Batteries and Accumulators
and Waste Batteries and Accumulators
and their implementation in accordance
with national laws, electric equipment and
batteries and battery pack(s) that have
reached the end of their life must be col-
lected separately and returned to an envi-
ronmentally compatible recycling facility.
Intended use
The tool is intended for pressing staples into construc-
tion materials such as timbers.
Noise
The typical A-weighted noise level determined accord-
ing to EN60745-2-16:
Sound pressure level (LpA) : 80 dB(A)
Uncertainty (K) : 3 dB(A)
The noise level under working may exceed 80 dB (A).
NOTE: The declared noise emission value(s) has
been measured in accordance with a standard test
method and may be used for comparing one tool with
another.
NOTE: The declared noise emission value(s)
may also be used in a preliminary assessment of
exposure.
WARNING: Wear ear protection.
WARNING: The noise emission during actual
use of the power tool can di󰀨er from the declared
value(s) depending on the ways in which the
tool is used especially what kind of workpiece is
processed.
WARNING: Be sure to identify safety mea-
sures to protect the operator that are based on an
estimation of exposure in the actual conditions of
use (taking account of all parts of the operating
cycle such as the times when the tool is switched
o󰀨 and when it is running idle in addition to the
trigger time).
Vibration
The vibration total value determined according to
EN60745-2-16:
Vibration emission (ah) : 2.5 m/s2or less
Uncertainty (K) : 1.5 m/s2
NOTE: The declared vibration total value(s) has been
measured in accordance with a standard test method
and may be used for comparing one tool with another.
NOTE: The declared vibration total value(s) may also
be used in a preliminary assessment of exposure.

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WARNING: The vibration emission during
actual use of the power tool can di󰀨er from the
declared value(s) depending on the ways in which
the tool is used especially what kind of workpiece
is processed.
WARNING: Be sure to identify safety mea-
sures to protect the operator that are based on an
estimation of exposure in the actual conditions of
use (taking account of all parts of the operating
cycle such as the times when the tool is switched
o󰀨 and when it is running idle in addition to the
trigger time).
EC Declaration of Conformity
For European countries only
The EC declaration of conformity is included as Annex A
to this instruction manual.
SAFETY WARNINGS
General power tool safety warnings
WARNING: Read all safety warnings, instruc-
tions, illustrations and specications provided
with this power tool. Failure to follow all instructions
listed below may result in electric shock, re and/or
serious injury.
Save all warnings and instruc-
tions for future reference.
The term "power tool" in the warnings refers to your
mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated
(cordless) power tool.
Work area safety
1. Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or
dark areas invite accidents.
2. Do not operate power tools in explosive atmo-
spheres, such as in the presence of ammable
liquids, gases or dust. Power tools create sparks
which may ignite the dust or fumes.
3. Keep children and bystanders away while
operating a power tool. Distractions can cause
you to lose control.
Electrical safety
1. Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never
modify the plug in any way. Do not use any
adapter plugs with earthed (grounded) power
tools. Unmodied plugs and matching outlets will
reduce risk of electric shock.
2. Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded
surfaces, such as pipes, radiators, ranges and
refrigerators. There is an increased risk of elec-
tric shock if your body is earthed or grounded.
3. Do not expose power tools to rain or wet con-
ditions. Water entering a power tool will increase
the risk of electric shock.
4. Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for
carrying, pulling or unplugging the power tool.
Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges
or moving parts. Damaged or entangled cords
increase the risk of electric shock.
5. When operating a power tool outdoors, use an
extension cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of
a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of
electric shock.
6. If operating a power tool in a damp location
is unavoidable, use a residual current device
(RCD) protected supply. Use of an RCD reduces
the risk of electric shock.
7. Power tools can produce electromagnetic
elds (EMF) that are not harmful to the user.
However, users of pacemakers and other similar
medical devices should contact the maker of their
device and/or doctor for advice before operating
this power tool.
Personal safety
1. Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use
common sense when operating a power tool.
Do not use a power tool while you are tired or
under the inuence of drugs, alcohol or med-
ication. A moment of inattention while operating
power tools may result in serious personal injury.
2. Use personal protective equipment. Always
wear eye protection. Protective equipment such
as a dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat or
hearing protection used for appropriate conditions
will reduce personal injuries.
3. Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the
switch is in the o󰀨-position before connecting
to power source and/or battery pack, picking
up or carrying the tool. Carrying power tools with
your nger on the switch or energising power tools
that have the switch on invites accidents.
4. Remove any adjusting key or wrench before
turning the power tool on. A wrench or a key left
attached to a rotating part of the power tool may
result in personal injury.
5. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and
balance at all times. This enables better control
of the power tool in unexpected situations.
6. Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or
jewellery. Keep your hair and clothing away
from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewellery or
long hair can be caught in moving parts.
7. If devices are provided for the connection of
dust extraction and collection facilities, ensure
these are connected and properly used. Use of
dust collection can reduce dust-related hazards.
8. Do not let familiarity gained from frequent use
of tools allow you to become complacent and
ignore tool safety principles. A careless action
can cause severe injury within a fraction of a
second.
9. Always wear protective goggles to protect
your eyes from injury when using power tools.
The goggles must comply with ANSI Z87.1 in
the USA, EN 166 in Europe, or AS/NZS 1336
in Australia/New Zealand. In Australia/New
Zealand, it is legally required to wear a face
shield to protect your face, too.

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It is an employer's responsibility to enforce
the use of appropriate safety protective equip-
ments by the tool operators and by other per-
sons in the immediate working area.
Power tool use and care
1. Do not force the power tool. Use the correct
power tool for your application. The correct
power tool will do the job better and safer at the
rate for which it was designed.
2. Do not use the power tool if the switch does
not turn it on and o󰀨. Any power tool that cannot
be controlled with the switch is dangerous and
must be repaired.
3. Disconnect the plug from the power source
and/or remove the battery pack, if detachable,
from the power tool before making any adjust-
ments, changing accessories, or storing power
tools. Such preventive safety measures reduce
the risk of starting the power tool accidentally.
4. Store idle power tools out of the reach of chil-
dren and do not allow persons unfamiliar with
the power tool or these instructions to operate
the power tool. Power tools are dangerous in the
hands of untrained users.
5. Maintain power tools and accessories. Check
for misalignment or binding of moving parts,
breakage of parts and any other condition that
may a󰀨ect the power tool’s operation. If dam-
aged, have the power tool repaired before use.
Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained
power tools.
6. Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly
maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges
are less likely to bind and are easier to control.
7. Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits
etc. in accordance with these instructions, tak-
ing into account the working conditions and
the work to be performed. Use of the power tool
for operations di󰀨erent from those intended could
result in a hazardous situation.
8. Keep handles and grasping surfaces dry,
clean and free from oil and grease. Slippery
handles and grasping surfaces do not allow for
safe handling and control of the tool in unexpected
situations.
9. When using the tool, do not wear cloth work
gloves which may be entangled. The entangle-
ment of cloth work gloves in the moving parts may
result in personal injury.
Battery tool use and care
1. Recharge only with the charger specied by
the manufacturer. A charger that is suitable for
one type of battery pack may create a risk of re
when used with another battery pack.
2. Use power tools only with specically desig-
nated battery packs. Use of any other battery
packs may create a risk of injury and re.
3. When battery pack is not in use, keep it away
from other metal objects, like paper clips,
coins, keys, nails, screws or other small metal
objects, that can make a connection from one
terminal to another. Shorting the battery termi-
nals together may cause burns or a re.
4.
Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected
from the battery; avoid contact. If contact acci-
dentally occurs, ush with water. If liquid contacts
eyes, additionally seek medical help. Liquid ejected
from the battery may cause irritation or burns.
5. Do not use a battery pack or tool that is damaged or
modied. Damaged or modied batteries may exhibit unpre-
dictable behaviour resulting in re, explosion or risk of injury.
6. Do not expose a battery pack or tool to re or
excessive temperature. Exposure to re or tem-
perature above 130 °C may cause explosion.
7.
Follow all charging instructions and do not charge
the battery pack or tool outside the temperature
range specied in the instructions. Charging improp-
erly or at temperatures outside the specied range may
damage the battery and increase the risk of re.
Service
1.
Have your power tool serviced by a qualied repair
person using only identical replacement parts. This
will ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained.
2. Never service damaged battery packs. Service
of battery packs should only be performed by the
manufacturer or authorized service providers.
3. Follow instruction for lubricating and chang-
ing accessories.
Cordless stapler safety warnings
1. Always assume that the tool contains fasten-
ers. Careless handling of the stapler can result in
unexpected ring of fasteners and personal injury.
2. Do not point the tool towards yourself or any-
one nearby. Unexpected triggering will discharge
the fastener causing an injury.
3. Do not actuate the tool unless the tool is
placed rmly against the workpiece. If the tool
is not in contact with the workpiece, the fastener
may be deected away from your target.
4. Disconnect the tool from the power source
when the fastener jams in the tool. While
removing a jammed fastener, the stapler may be
accidentally activated if it is plugged in.
5. Use caution while removing a jammed fas-
tener. The mechanism may be under compression
and the fastener may be forcefully discharged
while attempting to free a jammed condition.
6. Do not use this stapler for fastening electrical
cables. It is not designed for electric cable instal-
lation and may damage the insulation of electric
cables thereby causing electric shock or re
hazards.

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7.
Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with
side shield, and a full face shield when needed.
8. Keep hands and feet away from the ejection port area.
9. Always remove the battery cartridge before
loading the fasteners, adjustment, inspection,
maintenance or after operation is over.
10. Make sure no one is nearby before operation.
Never attempt to drive fasteners from both the
inside and outside of wall at the same time.
Fasteners may rip through and/or y o󰀨, pre-
senting a grave danger.
11. Watch your footing and maintain your balance
with the tool. Make sure there is no one below
when working in high locations.
12. Check walls, ceilings, oors, roong and
the like carefully to avoid possible electrical
shock, gas leakage, explosions, etc. caused by
stapling into live wires, conduits or gas pipes.
13. Use only fasteners specied in this manual.
The use of any other fasteners may cause
malfunction of the tool.
14. Do not tamper with the tool or attempt to use it
for other than driving fasteners.
15. Do not operate the tool without fasteners. It
shortens the service life of the tool.
16. Stop driving operations immediately if you
notice something wrong or out of the ordinary
with the tool.
17. Never fasten into any materials which may
allow the fastener to puncture and y through
as a projectile.
18.
Never actuate the switch trigger and contact ele-
ment until you are prepared to fasten workpieces.
Never defeat its purpose by securing the contact
element back or by depressing it by hand.
19. Never tamper with the contact element. Check
the contact element frequently for proper
operations.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
WARNING: DO NOT let comfort or familiarity
with product (gained from repeated use) replace
strict adherence to safety rules for the subject
product. MISUSE or failure to follow the safety
rules stated in this instruction 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 or tamper the battery
cartridge. It may result in a re, excessive heat,
or explosion.
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 atten-
tion 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, over-
heating, possible burns and even a breakdown.
6. Do not store and use the tool and battery car-
tridge 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.
Do not nail, cut, crush, throw, drop the battery cartridge,
or hit against a hard object to the battery cartridge. Such
conduct may result in a re, excessive heat, or explosion.
9. Do not use a damaged battery.
10.
The contained lithium-ion batteries are subject to
the Dangerous Goods Legislation requirements.
For commercial transports e.g. by third parties,
forwarding agents, special requirement on pack-
aging and labeling must be observed.
For preparation of the item being shipped, consulting an
expert for hazardous material is required. Please also
observe possibly more detailed national regulations.
Tape or mask o󰀨 open contacts and pack up the
battery in such a manner that it cannot move
around in the packaging.
11. When disposing the battery cartridge, remove
it from the tool and dispose of it in a safe
place. Follow your local regulations relating to
disposal of battery.
12. Use the batteries only with the products
specied by Makita. Installing the batteries to
non-compliant products may result in a re, exces-
sive heat, explosion, or leak of electrolyte.
13. If the tool is not used for a long period of time,
the battery must be removed from the tool.
14. During and after use, the battery cartridge may
take on heat which can cause burns or low
temperature burns. Pay attention to the han-
dling of hot battery cartridges.
15.
Do not touch the terminal of the tool immediately
after use as it may get hot enough to cause burns.
16. Do not allow chips, dust, or soil stuck into the
terminals, holes, and grooves of the battery
cartridge. It may result in poor performance or
breakdown of the tool or battery cartridge.
17. Unless the tool supports the use near
high-voltage electrical power lines, do not use
the battery cartridge near a high-voltage elec-
trical power lines. It may result in a malfunction
or breakdown of the tool or battery cartridge.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
CAUTION: Only use genuine Makita batteries.
Use of non-genuine Makita batteries, or batteries that
have been altered, may result in the battery bursting
causing res, personal injury and damage. It will
also void the Makita warranty for the Makita tool and
charger.

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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.
4. When not using the battery cartridge, remove
it from the tool or the charger.
5. Charge the battery cartridge if you do not use
it for a long period (more than six months).
FUNCTIONAL
DESCRIPTION
CAUTION: Always be sure that the tool is
switched o󰀨 and the battery cartridge is removed
before adjusting or checking function on the tool.
Installing or removing battery
cartridge
CAUTION: Always switch o󰀨 the tool before
installing or removing of the battery cartridge.
CAUTION: Hold the tool and the battery car-
tridge rmly when installing or removing battery
cartridge. Failure to hold the tool and the battery
cartridge rmly may cause them to slip o󰀨 your hands
and result in damage to the tool and battery cartridge
and a personal injury.
1
3
2
► 1. Red indicator 2. Button 3. Battery cartridge
To remove the battery cartridge, slide it from the tool
while sliding the button on the front of the cartridge.
To install the battery cartridge, align the tongue on the
battery cartridge with the groove in the housing and slip
it into place. Insert it all the way until it locks in place
with a little click. If you can see the red indicator on the
upper side of the button, it is not locked completely.
CAUTION: Always install the battery cartridge
fully until the red indicator cannot be seen. If not,
it may accidentally fall out of the tool, causing injury to
you or someone around you.
CAUTION: Do not install the battery cartridge
forcibly. If the cartridge does not slide in easily, it is
not being inserted correctly.
Indicating the remaining battery
capacity
Only for battery cartridges with the indicator
1
2
► 1. Indicator lamps 2. Check button
Press the check button on the battery cartridge to indi-
cate the remaining battery capacity. The indicator lamps
light up for a few seconds.
Indicator lamps Remaining
capacity
Lighted O󰀨 Blinking
75% to 100%
50% to 75%
25% to 50%
0% to 25%
Charge the
battery.
The battery
may have
malfunctioned.
NOTE: Depending on the conditions of use and the
ambient temperature, the indication may di󰀨er slightly
from the actual capacity.
Tool / battery protection system
The tool is equipped with a tool/battery protection sys-
tem. This system automatically cuts o󰀨 power to the
motor to extend tool and battery life. The tool will auto-
matically stop during operation if the tool or battery is
placed under one of the following conditions:

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Overload protection
When the tool/battery is operated in a manner that
causes it to draw an abnormally high current, the tool
automatically stops without any indication. In this sit-
uation, turn the tool o󰀨 and stop the application that
caused the tool to become overloaded. Then turn the
tool on to restart.
Overheat protection
When the tool or battery is overheated, the tool stops
automatically and the lamp blinks. In this case, let the
tool and battery cool before turning the tool on again.
Overdischarge protection
This protection works when the remaining battery
capacity gets low. In this situation, remove the battery
from the tool and charge the battery.
Switch action
CAUTION: Before installing the battery car-
tridge into the tool, always check to see that the
switch trigger actuates properly and returns to
the "OFF" position when released.
CAUTION: When not operating the tool,
depress the trigger-lock button from B side to
lock the switch trigger in the OFF position.
To prevent the switch trigger from accidentally pulled,
the trigger-lock button is provided.
To pull the switch trigger, depress the trigger-lock button from A side.
After use, always press in the trigger-lock button from B side.
2
1
► 1. Trigger-lock button 2. Switch trigger
A
B
Adjusting the depth of driving
WARNING: Always make the battery cartridge
and staples are removed before adjusting the depth
of driving. Unintentional ring may cause injury.
WARNING: Do not put your ngers on the switch trig-
ger or the contact element. Unintentional ring may cause injury.
To adjust the depth of driving, adjust the height of the
depth guide by turning the adjuster.
The depth guide is can be adjusted in 5 steps. The
di󰀨erence of one step is about 0.6 mm.
1 2
► 1. Adjuster 2. Depth guide
Lighting up the lamp
CAUTION: Do not look in the light or see the
source of light directly.
Pull the switch trigger or actuate the contact element to light up the
lamp. The lamp keeps on lighting while pulling the switch trigger or
actuating the contact element. The lamp goes out approximately 10
seconds after releasing the switch trigger and the contact element.
1
► 1. Lamp
NOTE: Use a dry cloth to wipe the dirt o󰀨 the lens of
the lamp. Be careful not to scratch the lens of lamp, or
it may lower the illumination.
NOTE: Even in the lamp lights up when the battery
power residual gets small, the stapler may not re
staples. In this case, charge the battery cartridge.
NOTE: The lamp starts blinking if the stapler detects
an error during driving the staple. In this case, bring
the stapler to a Factory Service Center.

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ASSEMBLY
CAUTION: Always make sure that the battery
cartridge is removed before carrying out any work
on the stapler.
Staples
CAUTION: Do not use staples other than
designated in this manual or staples that appear
to be damaged, bent, rusty or corroded.
CAUTION: Load the same type, size and
uniform length of staples when loading multiple
strips of staples in the magazine.
NOTICE: Handle the staples and their box care-
fully. If the staples have been handled roughly,
they may be bent out of shape, causing poor
staple feed or jamming.
NOTICE: Avoid storing the staples in a very
humid or hot place or place exposed to direct
sunlight.
Loading staples
WARNING: When loading staples, always
make sure that the battery cartridge is removed
from the stapler. Unintentional ring may cause
personal injuries and property damage.
CAUTION: After loading staples, make sure
that the sub magazine is surely closed. Falling
staples out of the magazine may cause an injury to
the operator or bystander, especially when working in
high locations.
1. Remove the battery cartridge.
2. Turn the locking lever in direction of the arrow as
illustrated, then slide the sub magazine backward.
1
2
► 1. Locking lever 2. Sub magazine
3. Load staples into the main magazine with their
feet facing up.
1
2
► 1. Staples 2. Main magazine
4. After loading staples, push back the sub magazine
in place until it clicks.
To remove staples, follow the installation procedures in
reverse.
Nose adapter
CAUTION: Always make sure that your
ngers are not placed on the switch trigger or
the contact element and the battery cartridge is
removed before installing the nose adapter.
When ring staples on the material with easily-marred
surfaces, attach the nose adapter onto the contact top.
You can store the nose adapter on the holder on the
back end of the magazine to keep it from being lost.
1
2
3
► 1. Nose adapter 2. Holder 3. Contact top

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Hook
CAUTION: Do not hang the hook from the
waist belt. Dropping the stapler, which is caused by
the hook accidentally coming out of place, may cause
unintentional ring and result in personal injuries.
The hook is convenient for temporarily hanging the tool.
This can be installed on either side of the tool.
To install the hook, insert it into a groove in the tool
housing on either side and then secure it with a screw.
To remove, loosen the screw and then take it out.
1
2
3
► 1. Groove 2. Hook 3. Screw
OPERATION
Testing the safety system
WARNING: Make sure all safety systems are
in working order before operation. Failure to do
so may cause personal injuries.
Test safety systems for possible fault before operation
as follows.
1. Unload staples from the tool and keep the sub
magazine opened.
2. Install the battery cartridge.
3. Release the trigger lock.
4. Only pull the switch trigger without touching the
contact element against the material.
5. Only touch the contact element against the mate-
rial without pulling the switch trigger.
1
2
3
4
► 1. Trigger-lock button 2. Switch trigger 3. Contact
element 4. Sub magazine
If the tool operates in the case of 4 and 5 above, the
safety systems are faulty. Stop using the tool immedi-
ately and ask your local service center.
Driving staples
WARNING: Continue to place the contact element
rmly on the material until the staple is driven com-
pletely. Unintentional ring may cause personal injuries.
WARNING: Keep your face away from the tool
when operating the tool. Failure to do so may cause injury.
You can operate the tool in either way of “single
sequential actuation” or “contact actuation”.
Single sequential actuation:
In this mode, you can drive one staple by one sequential operation.
1. Place at the contact element on the material.
2. Hold the depth guide rmly against the material.
3. Pull the switch trigger fully to drive the staples.
4. Release your nger from the switch trigger before
moving the contact element from the material.
Contact actuation:
In this mode, you can drive staples sequentially.
1. Pull the switch trigger.
2. With the switch trigger pulled, place at the con-
tact element on the material to drive the staples.
3. Move the tool to the next area and place at the
contact element on the material again.
1
2
3
► 1. Switch trigger 2. Contact element 3. Depth guide

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If the head of the staple remains above the workpiece
surface, drive the staple while holding the stapler head
rmly against the workpiece.
NOTE: If the head of the staple still remains above
the workpiece even you hold the stapler head,
the material may not be suitable for the stapler.
Continuing to use the stapler on such material may
result in a damage to the driver of the stapler and/or
stapler jamming.
NOTE: When the main magazine is empty, the tool
does not drive even if you perform the driving opera-
tion above. (The lamp lights up.)
Anti dry re mechanism
When the magazine is empty, the switch trigger can no
longer be pulled. At this time, insert new staples in the
magazine. The switch trigger can be pulled again.
Checking remaining staples
Remaining staples can be checked through the sight
window.
Reload staples when no remaining staples can be seen
in the sight window.
1
2 3
► 1. Sight window 2. Staples 3. Pusher
Removing jammed staples
WARNING: Make sure that the battery car-
tridge and staples are removed before removing
jammed staples.
Open the sub magazine backward and take out jammed
staples from the opening for ring.
1
2
► 1. Opening 2. Sub magazine
MAINTENANCE
CAUTION: Always be sure that the tool is
switched o󰀨 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.
To maintain product SAFETY and RELIABILITY,
repairs, any other maintenance or adjustment should
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
specied in this manual. The use of any other
accessories or attachments might present a risk of
injury to persons. Only use accessory or attachment
for its stated purpose.
If you need any assistance for more details regard-
ing these accessories, ask your local Makita Service
Center.
• Staples
• Makita genuine battery and charger
• Safety goggles
NOTE: Some items in the list may be included in the
tool package as standard accessories. They may
di󰀨er from country to country.

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