Makita DHR400 User manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Cordless Rotary Hammer
DHR400
ENGLISH: Original instructions
Read before use.

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SPECIFICATIONS
Model: DHR400
Capacities Carbide-tipped bit 40 mm
Core bit 105 mm
No load speed (RPM) 250 - 500 min-1
Blows per minute 1,450 - 2,900 min-1
Overall length 473 mm
Rated voltage D.C. 36 V
Net weight 7.3 - 8.1 kg
• Duetoourcontinuingprogramofresearchanddevelopment,thespecicationshereinaresubjecttochange
without notice.
• Specicationsandbatterycartridgemaydifferfromcountrytocountry.
• Theweightmaydifferdependingontheattachment(s),includingthebatterycartridge.Thelightestandheavi-
estcombination,accordingtoEPTA-Procedure01/2014,areshowninthetable.
Applicable battery cartridge
BL1815N/BL1820/BL1820B/BL1830/BL1830B/BL1840/BL1840B/BL1850/BL1850B/BL1860B
• Someofthebatterycartridgeslistedabovemaynotbeavailabledependingonyourregionofresidence.
WARNING: Only use the battery cartridges listed above.Useofanyotherbatterycartridgesmaycause
injuryand/orre.
Symbols
Thefollowingshowthesymbolsusedfortheequip-
ment.Besurethatyouunderstandtheirmeaningbefore
use.
Read instruction manual.
Ni-MH
Li-ion
OnlyforEUcountries
Donotdisposeofelectricequipmentor
batterypacktogetherwithhouseholdwaste
material!
In observance of the European Directives,
on Waste Electric and Electronic
EquipmentandBatteriesandAccumulators
andWasteBatteriesandAccumulators
and their implementation in accordance
withnationallaws,electricequipmentand
batteriesandbatterypack(s)thathave
reached the end of their life must be col-
lectedseparatelyandreturnedtoanenvi-
ronmentallycompatiblerecyclingfacility.
Intended use
Thetoolisintendedforhammerdrillinganddrillingin
brick, concrete and stone as well as for chiselling work.
Noise
ThetypicalA-weightednoiseleveldeterminedaccord-
ing to EN60745:
Soundpressurelevel(LpA):91dB(A)
Soundpowerlevel(LWA):102dB(A)
Uncertainty(K):3dB(A)
WARNING: Wear ear protection.
Vibration
Thevibrationtotalvalue(tri-axialvectorsum)deter-
mined according to EN60745:
Work mode: hammer drilling into concrete
Vibration emission (ah, HD):5.0m/s2
Uncertainty(K):1.5m/s2
Work mode: chiselling function with side grip
Vibration emission (ah,Cheq):4.5m/s2
Uncertainty(K):1.5m/s2
Work mode: chiselling function with side handle
Vibration emission (ah,Cheq):4.5m/s2
Uncertainty(K):1.5m/s2
NOTE:Thedeclaredvibrationemissionvaluehas
been measured in accordance with the standard test
methodandmaybeusedforcomparingonetoolwith
another.
NOTE:Thedeclaredvibrationemissionvalue
mayalsobeusedinapreliminaryassessmentof
exposure.
WARNING:Thevibrationemissionduringactual
use of the power tool can differ from the declared
emissionvaluedependingonthewaysinwhichthe
tool is used.
WARNING:Besuretoidentifysafetymeasures
to protect the operator that are based on an estima-
tionofexposureintheactualconditionsofuse(taking
accountofallpartsoftheoperatingcyclesuchas
the times when the tool is switched off and when it is
running idle in addition to the trigger time).
EC Declaration of Conformity
For European countries only
TheECdeclarationofconformityisincludedasAnnexA
to this instruction manual.

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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.
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
whichmayignitethedustorfumes.
3. Keep children and bystanders away while
operating a power tool. Distractions can cause
youtolosecontrol.
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. Unmodiedplugsandmatchingoutletswill
reduce risk of electric shock.
2. Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded
surfaces, such as pipes, radiators, ranges and
refrigerators.Thereisanincreasedriskofelec-
tricshockifyourbodyisearthedorgrounded.
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
deviceand/ordoctorforadvicebeforeoperating
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 inuence of drugs, alcohol or med-
ication.Amomentofinattentionwhileoperating
powertoolsmayresultinseriouspersonalinjury.
2. Use personal protective equipment. Always
wear eye protection.Protectiveequipmentsuch
asadustmask,non-skidsafetyshoes,hardhator
hearing protection used for appropriate conditions
willreducepersonalinjuries.
3. Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the
switch is in the off-position before connecting
to power source and/or battery pack, picking
up or carrying the tool.Carryingpowertoolswith
yourngerontheswitchorenergisingpowertools
that have the switch on invites accidents.
4. Remove any adjusting key or wrench before
turning the power tool on.Awrenchorakeyleft
attachedtoarotatingpartofthepowertoolmay
resultinpersonalinjury.
5. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and
balance at all times.Thisenablesbettercontrol
ofthepowertoolinunexpectedsituations.
6. Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or
jewellery. Keep your hair and clothing away
from moving parts.Looseclothes,jewelleryor
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.Acarelessaction
cancausesevereinjurywithinafractionofa
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.
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.

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Power tool use and care
1. Do not force the power tool. Use the correct
power tool for your application.Thecorrect
powertoolwilldothejobbetterandsaferatthe
rate for which it was designed.
2. Do not use the power tool if the switch does
not turn it on and off.Anypowertoolthatcannot
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.Suchpreventivesafetymeasuresreduce
theriskofstartingthepowertoolaccidentally.
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 affect the power tool’s operation. If dam-
aged, have the power tool repaired before use.
Manyaccidentsarecausedbypoorlymaintained
power tools.
6. Keep cutting tools sharp and clean.Properly
maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges
arelesslikelytobindandareeasiertocontrol.
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 different 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
safehandlingandcontrolofthetoolinunexpected
situations.
9. When using the tool, do not wear cloth work
gloves which may be entangled.Theentangle-
mentofclothworkglovesinthemovingpartsmay
resultinpersonalinjury.
Battery tool use and care
1. Recharge only with the charger specied by
the manufacturer.Achargerthatissuitablefor
onetypeofbatterypackmaycreateariskofre
whenusedwithanotherbatterypack.
2. Use power tools only with specically desig-
nated battery packs.Useofanyotherbattery
packsmaycreateariskofinjuryandre.
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.Shortingthebatterytermi-
nalstogethermaycauseburnsorare.
4. Under abusive conditions, liquid may be
ejected from the battery; avoid contact. If con-
tact accidentally occurs, ush with water. If
liquid contacts eyes, additionally seek medical
help.Liquidejectedfromthebatterymaycause
irritation or burns.
5. Do not use a battery pack or tool that is dam-
aged or modied.Damagedormodiedbatteries
mayexhibitunpredictablebehaviourresultingin
re,explosionorriskofinjury.
6. Do not expose a battery pack or tool to re or
excessive temperature.Exposuretoreortem-
peratureabove130°Cmaycauseexplosion.
7. Follow all charging instructions and do not
charge the battery pack or tool outside the
temperature range specied in the instruc-
tions.Chargingimproperlyorattemperatures
outsidethespeciedrangemaydamagethe
batteryandincreasetheriskofre.
Service
1. Have your power tool serviced by a qualied
repair person using only identical replacement
parts.Thiswillensurethatthesafetyofthepower
tool is maintained.
2. Never service damaged battery packs.Service
ofbatterypacksshouldonlybeperformedbythe
manufacturer or authorized service providers.
3. Follow instruction for lubricating and chang-
ing accessories.
CORDLESS ROTARY HAMMER
SAFETY WARNINGS
1. Wear ear protectors.Exposuretonoisecan
cause hearing loss.
2. Use auxiliary handle(s), if supplied with the
tool.Lossofcontrolcancausepersonalinjury.
3. Hold power tool by insulated gripping sur-
faces, when performing an operation where
the cutting accessory may contact hidden
wiring.Cuttingaccessorycontactinga"live"
wiremaymakeexposedmetalpartsofthepower
tool"live"andcouldgivetheoperatoranelectric
shock.
4. Wear a hard hat (safety helmet), safety glasses
and/or face shield. Ordinary eye or sun glasses
are NOT safety glasses. It is also highly recom-
mended that you wear a dust mask and thickly
padded gloves.
5. Be sure the bit is secured in place before
operation.
6. Under normal operation, the tool is designed
to produce vibration. The screws can come
loose easily, causing a breakdown or accident.
Check tightness of screws carefully before
operation.
7. In cold weather or when the tool has not been
used for a long time, let the tool warm up for
a while by operating it under no load. This
will loosen up the lubrication. Without proper
warm-up, hammering operation is difcult.
8. Always be sure you have a rm footing. Be
sure no one is below when using the tool in
high locations.
9. Hold the tool rmly with both hands.
10. Keep hands away from moving parts.
11. Do not leave the tool running. Operate the tool
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12. Do not point the tool at any one in the area
when operating. The bit could y out and
injure someone seriously.
13. Do not touch the bit, parts close to the bit, or
workpiece immediately after operation; they
may be extremely hot and could burn your
skin.
14. Some material contains chemicals which may
be toxic. Take caution to prevent dust inhala-
tion and skin contact. Follow material supplier
safety data.
15. Always be sure that the tool is switched
off and the battery cartridge and the bit are
removed before handing the tool to other
person.
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
charger, (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 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, 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 require-
ments.
Forcommercialtransportse.g.bythirdparties,
forwardingagents,specialrequirementonpack-
aging and labeling must be observed.
For preparation of the item being shipped, consult-
inganexpertforhazardousmaterialisrequired.
Pleasealsoobservepossiblymoredetailed
national regulations.
Tapeormaskoffopencontactsandpackupthe
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. Installing the batteries to
non-compliantproductsmayresultinare,exces-
siveheat,explosion,orleakofelectrolyte.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
CAUTION: Only use genuine Makita batteries.
Use of non-genuine Makita batteries, or batteries that
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 car-
tridge. Overcharging shortens the battery
service life.
3. Charge the battery cartridge with room tem-
perature at 10 °C - 40 °C (50 °F - 104 °F). Let
a hot battery cartridge cool down before
charging it.
4. Charge the battery cartridge if you do not use
it for a long period (more than six months).
Important safety instructions for
wireless unit
1. Do not disassemble or tamper with the wire-
less unit.
2. Keep the wireless unit away from young chil-
dren. If accidentally swallowed, seek medical
attention immediately.
3. Use the wireless unit only with Makita tools.
4. Do not expose the wireless unit to rain or wet
conditions.
5. Do not use the wireless unit in places where
the temperature exceeds 50°C (122°F).
6. Do not operate the wireless unit in places
where medical instruments, such as heart
pace makers are near by.
7. Do not operate the wireless unit in places
where automated devices are near by. If oper-
ated,automateddevicesmaydevelopmalfunction
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8. The wireless unit can produce electromagnetic
elds (EMF) but they are not harmful to the
user.
9. The wireless unit is an accurate instrument. Be
careful not to drop or strike the wireless unit.
10. Avoid touching the terminal of the wireless
unit with bare hands or metallic materials.
11. Always remove the battery on the tool when
installing the wireless unit.
12. When opening the lid of the slot, avoid the
place where dust and water may come into the
slot. Always keep the inlet of the slot clean.
13. Always insert the wireless unit in the correct
direction.
14. Do not press the wireless activation button
on the wireless unit too hard and/or press the
button with an object with a sharp edge.
15. Always close the lid of the slot when
operating.
16. Do not remove the wireless unit from the slot
while the power is being supplied to the tool.
Doingsomaycauseamalfunctionofthewireless
unit.
17. Do not remove the sticker on the wireless unit.
18. Do not put any sticker on the wireless unit.
19. Do not leave the wireless unit in a place where
static electricity or electrical noise could be
generated.
20. Do not leave the wireless unit in a place sub-
ject to high heat, such as a car sitting in the
sun.
21. Do not leave the wireless unit in a dusty or
powdery place or in a place corrosive gas
could be generated.
22. Sudden change of the temperature may bedew
the wireless unit. Do not use the wireless unit
until the dew is completely dried.
23. When cleaning the wireless unit, gently wipe
with a dry soft cloth. Do not use benzine, thin-
ner, conductive grease or the like.
24. When storing the wireless unit, keep it in the
supplied case or a static-free container.
25. Do not insert any devices other than Makita
wireless unit into the slot on the tool.
26. Do not use the tool with the lid of the slot dam-
aged.Water,dust,anddirtcomeintotheslotmay
cause malfunction.
27. Do not pull and/or twist the lid of the slot more
than necessary. Restore the lid if it comes off
from the tool.
28. Replace the lid of the slot if it is lost or
damaged.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
FUNCTIONAL
DESCRIPTION
CAUTION: Always be sure that the tool is
switched off and the battery cartridge is removed
before adjusting or checking function on the tool.
Installing or removing battery
cartridge
CAUTION: Always switch off 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.Failuretoholdthetoolandthebattery
cartridgermlymaycausethemtoslipoffyourhands
andresultindamagetothetoolandbatterycartridge
andapersonalinjury.
1
2
3
►1. Red indicator 2. Button 3.Batterycartridge
Toremovethebatterycartridge,slideitfromthetool
while sliding the button on the front of the cartridge.
Toinstallthebatterycartridge,alignthetongueonthe
batterycartridgewiththegrooveinthehousingandslip
itintoplace.Insertitallthewayuntilitlocksinplace
withalittleclick.Ifyoucanseetheredindicatoronthe
uppersideofthebutton,itisnotlockedcompletely.
CAUTION: Always install the battery cartridge
fully until the red indicator cannot be seen. If not,
itmayaccidentallyfalloutofthetool,causinginjuryto
youorsomeonearoundyou.
CAUTION: Do not install the battery cartridge
forcibly.Ifthecartridgedoesnotslideineasily,itis
notbeinginsertedcorrectly.

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Indicating the remaining battery
capacity
Only for battery cartridges with the indicator
1
2
►1. Indicator lamps 2. Check button
Pressthecheckbuttononthebatterycartridgetoindi-
catetheremainingbatterycapacity.Theindicatorlamps
light up for a few seconds.
Indicator lamps Remaining
capacity
Lighted Off Blinking
75% to 100%
50% to 75%
25% to 50%
0% to 25%
Charge the
battery.
Thebattery
mayhave
malfunctioned.
NOTE: Depending on the conditions of use and the
ambienttemperature,theindicationmaydifferslightly
fromtheactualcapacity.
Tool / battery protection system
Thetoolisequippedwithatool/batteryprotectionsys-
tem.Thissystemautomaticallycutsoffpowertothe
motortoextendtoolandbatterylife.Thetoolwillauto-
maticallystopduringoperationifthetoolorbatteryis
placed under one of the following conditions:
Overload protection
Whenthebatteryisoperatedinamannerthatcauses
ittodrawanabnormallyhighcurrent,thetoolautomat-
icallystopswithoutanyindication.Inthissituation,turn
the tool off and stop the application that caused the tool
tobecomeoverloaded.Thenturnthetoolontorestart.
Overheat protection
Whenthetoolorbatteryisoverheated,thetoolstops
automaticallyandthelampblinks.Inthiscase,letthe
toolandbatterycoolbeforeturningthetoolonagain.
Overdischarge protection
Whenthebatterycapacityisnotenough,thetoolstops
automatically.Inthiscase,removethebatteryfromthe
toolandchargethebattery.
Switch action
WARNING: 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 side to
lock the switch trigger in the OFF position.
BA
2
1
►1.Switchtrigger2.Trigger-lockbutton
Topreventtheswitchtriggerfromaccidentallypulled,
thetrigger-lockbuttonisprovided.Tostartthetool,
depressthetrigger-lockbuttonfromAsideandpullthe
switchtrigger.Releasetheswitchtriggertostop.After
use, press in the trigger-lock button from B side.

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Speed change
Therevolutionsandblowsperminutecanbeadjusted
byturningtheadjustingdial.Thedialismarked1(low-
est speed) to 5 (full speed).
1
►1.Adjustingdial
Refer to the table below for the relationship between the
numberontheadjustingdialandtherevolutionsand
blows per minute.
Number Revolutions per
minute
Blows per minute
5500 2,900
4470 2,700
3380 2,150
2290 1,650
1250 1,450
CAUTION: Do not turn the adjusting dial when
the tool is running. Failure to do so may result in
the loss of control of the tool and cause an injury.
NOTICE: If the tool is operated continuously at
low speed for a long time, the motor will get over-
loaded, resulting in tool malfunction.
NOTICE: The speed adjusting dial can be turned
only as far as 5 and back to 1. Do not force it past
5 or 1, or the speed adjusting function may no
longer work.
NOTE:Whenthespeedadjustingdialissetto"3"or
higher,thetoolautomaticallyreducesthespeedat
no-load to reduce the vibration under no-load. Once
operation starts with a bit against concrete, blows per
minute increase and reach the numbers as shown in
the table. When temperature is low and there is less
uidityingrease,thetoolmaynothavethisfunction
even with the motor rotating.
Lighting up the front lamp
1
►1. Lamp
CAUTION: Do not look in the light or see the
source of light directly.
Pulltheswitchtriggertolightupthelamp.Thelamp
keeps on lighting while the switch trigger is being pulled.
Thelampgoesoutapproximately10secondsafter
releasing the switch trigger.
NOTE:Useadryclothtowipethedirtoffthelensof
the lamp. Be careful not to scratch the lens of lamp, or
itmaylowertheillumination.
Selecting the action mode
NOTICE: Do not rotate the action mode chang-
ing knob when the tool is running.Thetoolwillbe
damaged.
NOTICE: To avoid rapid wear on the mode
change mechanism, be sure that the action mode
changing knob is always positively located in one
of the three action mode positions.
Rotation with hammering
Fordrillinginconcrete,masonry,etc.,rotatetheaction
mode changing knob to the symbol.Useacar-
bide-tipped drill bit.
1
2
►1.Actionmodechangingknob2. Pointer

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Hammering only
For chipping, scaling or demolition operations, rotate
the action mode changing knob to the symbol.Usea
bull point, cold chisel, scaling chisel, etc.
1
2
►1. Pointer 2.Actionmodechangingknob
Torque limiter
NOTICE: As soon as the torque limiter actuates,
switch off the tool immediately.Thiswillhelppre-
vent premature wear of the tool.
NOTICE: Drill bits such as hole saw, which tend
to pinch or catch easily in the hole, are not appro-
priate for this tool.Thisisbecausetheywillcause
thetorquelimitertoactuatetoofrequently.
Thetorquelimiterwillactuatewhenacertaintorque
levelisreached.Themotorwilldisengagefromthe
output shaft. When this happens, the drill bit will stop
turning.
Constant speed control
Electronic speed control for obtaining constant speed.
Possibletogetnenish,becausetherotatingspeedis
kept constant even under load condition.
ASSEMBLY
CAUTION: Always be sure that the tool is
switched off and the battery cartridge is removed
before carrying out any work on the tool.
Side handle
CAUTION: Use the side handle only when
chipping, scaling or demolishing. Do not use it
when drilling in concrete, masonry, etc.Thetool
cannotbeheldproperlywiththissidehandlewhen
drilling.
1
2
►1.Sidehandle2. Clamp nut
Thesidehandlecanbeswung360°onthevertical
andsecuredatanydesiredposition.Italsosecures
at eight different positions back and forth on the hori-
zontal. Loosen the clamp nut to swing the side handle
to a desired position, and then tighten the clamp nut
securely.
Side grip (auxiliary handle)
CAUTION: Always use the side grip to ensure
safe operation.
CAUTION: After installing or adjusting the
side grip, make sure that the side grip is rmly
secured.
Thesidegripswingsaroundtoeitherside,allowing
easyhandlingofthetoolinanyposition.Loosenthe
sidegripbyturningitcounterclockwise,swingittothe
desiredpositionandthentightenitbyturningclockwise.

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1
►1.Sidegrip
Grease
Coat the shank end of the drill bit beforehand with a
small amount of grease (about 0.5 - 1 g).
Thischucklubricationassuressmoothactionandlon-
ger service life.
Installing or removing drill bit
Cleantheshankendofthedrillbitandapplygrease
before installing the drill bit.
1
2
►1.Shankend2. Grease
Insertthedrillbitintothetool.Turnthedrillbitandpush
it in until it engages.
Afterinstallingthedrillbit,alwaysmakesurethatthe
drillbitissecurelyheldinplacebytryingtopullitout.
1
►1. Drill bit
Toremovethedrillbit,pullthechuckcoverdownallthe
wayandpullthedrillbitout.
1
2
►1. Drill bit 2. Chuck cover
Chisel angle (when chipping,
scaling or demolishing)
Thechiselcanbesecuredatthedesiredangle.To
change the chisel angle, rotate the action mode chang-
ingknobtotheOsymbol.Turnthechiseltothedesired
angle.
1 2
►1.Actionmodechangingknob2. Pointer
Rotate the action mode changing knob to the sym-
bol.Thenmakesurethatthechiselissecurelyheldin
placebyturningitslightly.

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Depth gauge
Thedepthgaugeisconvenientfordrillingholesof
uniform depth.
Press and hold the lock button, and then insert the
depthgaugeintothehexhole.
1 2
►1. Depth gauge 2. Lock button
Make sure that the toothed side of the depth gauge
faces the marking.
12
►1. Marking 2.Toothedside
Adjustthedepthgaugebymovingitbackandforth
whilepressingthelockbutton.Aftertheadjustment,
release the lock button to lock the depth gauge.
NOTE: Make sure that the depth gauge does not
touchthemainbodyofthetoolwhenattachingit.
Dust extractor attachment
Optional accessory
Installing the dust extractor
attachment
1. Loosen the side grip on the tool.
2. Install the dust cover so that the claws of the dust
covertinthegroovesbetweenthetoolandtheside
grip.
1
2
3
►1. Dust cover 2. Claw 3. Groove
3. Tightenthesidegripsecurely.
4. Setthesuitablebellowsordustcoverextension
foryourwork.Whenyouusebellows,attachthejointto
itstop.Whenyoustacktwobellows,connectthemwith
thejoint.
1
234
►1.Dustcoverextension2. Dust cover 3. Joint
4. Bellows

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Connecting the tool to the vacuum
cleaner
1. Attachtheholderjointtothetool,andthenattach
thehoseholdertotheholderjoint.
1
2
►1.Holderjoint2. Hose holder
2. Fixthehosetothehoseholder.
1
►1. Hose holder
NOTE:Usejoint25toconnectthehoseandthedust
coverifnecessary.
Using depth gauge for drilling
operation
Whenyoustacktwobellows,attachthedepthgauge
extensiontothedepthgauge.
1
►1.Depthgaugeextension
Dust extractor attachment (for
hammering only)
Optional accessory
1. Install the hose holder.
When the side handle is installed to tool, loosen the
clampnut,andthenremovethehexbolt.Installthe
hoseholderwiththehexboltandtheclampnutby
tighteningtheclampnutrmly.
1
2
3
►1. Bolt 2. Hose holder 3. Clamp nut
When the side grip is installed to the tool, loosen the
side grip, mount the hose holder to the shaft, and then
tightenthesidegriprmly.

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1
2
3
►1. Hose holder 2.Shaft3.Sidegrip
2. Attachtheholderjointtothetool,andthenattach
thehoseholdertotheholderjoint.
1
2
►1.Holderjoint2. Hose holder
3. Attachthedustcoverandthehosetothetool,and
thenxthehosetothehoseholders.
1 2 3
3
►1. Dust cover 2. Hose 3. Hose holder
4. Connect the hose to the hose of the vacuum
cleanerwiththehosejoint.
NOTE: If the hose is not included, attach the dust
covertothecleaner'sjointorattachittoMakita's
hose ø28.
5. Adjustthedistancebetweenthedustcoverand
thetipofthechiselorbullpoint.Therecommended
distance is 30 mm to 100 mm.
(1)
►(1) 30 mm to 100 mm

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OPERATION
CAUTION: Always use the side grip (auxiliary
handle) and rmly hold the tool by both side grip
and switch handle during operations.
CAUTION: Always make sure that the work-
piece is secured before operation.
CAUTION: Do not pull the tool out forcibly
even the bit gets stuck. Loss of control may
cause injury.
NOTE:Ifthebatterycartridgeisinlowtemperature,
thetool’scapabilitymaynotbefullyobtained.Inthis
case,warmupthebatterycartridgebyusingthe
toolwithnoloadforawhiletofullyobtainthetool’s
capability.
Hammer drilling operation
CAUTION:Thereistremendousandsudden
twistingforceexertedonthetool/drillbitatthetimeof
hole break-through, when the hole becomes clogged
with chips and particles, or when striking reinforcing
rods embedded in the concrete. Always use the side
grip (auxiliary handle) and rmly hold the tool by
both side grip and switch handle during opera-
tions.Failuretodosomayresultinthelossofcontrol
ofthetoolandpotentiallysevereinjury.
Settheactionmodechangingknobtothe symbol.
Position the drill bit at the desired location for the hole,
then pull the switch trigger. Do not force the tool. Light
pressuregivesbestresults.Keepthetoolinposition
andpreventitfromslippingawayfromthehole.
Donotapplymorepressurewhentheholebecomes
clogged with chips or particles. Instead, run the tool at
anidle,thenremovethedrillbitpartiallyfromthehole.
Byrepeatingthisseveraltimes,theholewillbecleaned
outandnormaldrillingmayberesumed.
NOTE:Eccentricityinthedrillbitrotationmayoccur
whileoperatingthetoolwithnoload.Thetoolauto-
maticallycentersitselfduringoperation.Thisdoesnot
affect the drilling precision.
Chipping/Scaling/Demolition
Settheactionmodechangingknobtothe symbol.
Holdthetoolrmlywithbothhands.Turnthetoolon
andapplyslightpressureonthetoolsothatthetoolwill
not bounce around, uncontrolled.
Pressingveryhardonthetoolwillnotincreasethe
efciency.
Blow-out bulb
Optional accessory
Afterdrillingthehole,usetheblow-outbulbtocleanthe
dust out of the hole.

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WIRELESS ACTIVATION
FUNCTION
Optional accessory
What you can do with the wireless
activation function
Thewirelessactivationfunctionenablescleanandcom-
fortableoperation.Byconnectingasupportedvacuum
cleanertothetool,youcanrunthevacuumcleaner
automaticallyalongwiththeswitchoperationofthetool.
Tousethewirelessactivationfunction,preparefollow-
ing items:
• Awirelessunit(optionalaccessory)
• Avacuumcleanerwhichsupportsthewireless
activation function
Theoverviewofthewirelessactivationfunction
setting is as follows. Refer to each section for detail
procedures.
1. Installing the wireless unit
2. Toolregistrationforthevacuumcleaner
3. Startingthewirelessactivationfunction
Installing the wireless unit
Optional accessory
CAUTION: Place the tool on a at and stable
surface when installing the wireless unit.
NOTICE: Clean the dust and dirt on the tool
before installing the wireless unit. Dust or dirt
maycausemalfunctionifitcomesintotheslotofthe
wireless unit.
NOTICE: To prevent the malfunction caused by
static, touch a static discharging material, such
as a metal part of the tool, before picking up the
wireless unit.
NOTICE: When installing the wireless unit,
always be sure that the wireless unit is inserted
in the correct direction and the lid is completely
closed.
1. Openthelidonthetoolasshowninthegure.
1
►1. Lid
2. Insert the wireless unit to the slot and then close
the lid.
Wheninsertingthewirelessunit,aligntheprojections
with the recessed portions on the slot.
1
2
3
4
►1. Wireless unit 2.Projection3. Lid 4. Recessed
portion
Whenremovingthewirelessunit,openthelidslowly.
Thehooksonthebackofthelidwillliftthewirelessunit
asyoupullupthelid.

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1
2
3
►1. Wireless unit 2. Hook 3. Lid
Afterremovingthewirelessunit,keepitinthesupplied
case or a static-free container.
NOTICE: Always use the hooks on the back of
the lid when removing the wireless unit. If the
hooks do not catch the wireless unit, close the lid
completelyandopenitslowlyagain.
Tool registration for the vacuum
cleaner
NOTE:AMakitavacuumcleanersupportingthe
wirelessactivationfunctionisrequiredforthetool
registration.
NOTE: Finish installing the wireless unit to the tool
before starting the tool registration.
NOTE: During the tool registration, do not pull the
switch trigger or turn on the power switch on the
vacuum cleaner.
NOTE: Refer to the instruction manual of the vacuum
cleaner, too.
Ifyouwishtoactivatethevacuumcleaneralongwith
theswitchoperationofthetool,nishthetoolregistra-
tion beforehand.
1. Install the batteries to the vacuum cleaner and the
tool.
2. Setthestand-byswitchonthevacuumcleanerto
"AUTO".
1
►1.Stand-byswitch
3. Press the wireless activation button on the vac-
uum cleaner for 3 seconds until the wireless activation
lampblinksingreen.Andthenpressthewirelessacti-
vationbuttononthetoolinthesameway.
1 2
1
2
►1. Wireless activation button 2. Wireless activation
lamp
If the vacuum cleaner and the tool are linked success-
fully,thewirelessactivationlampswilllightupingreen
for 2 seconds and start blinking in blue.

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NOTE:Thewirelessactivationlampsnishblinking
in green after 20 seconds elapsed. Press the wireless
activation button on the tool while the wireless acti-
vation lamp on the cleaner is blinking. If the wireless
activation lamp does not blink in green, push the wire-
lessactivationbuttonbrieyandholditdownagain.
NOTE: When performing two or more tool registra-
tionsforonevacuumcleaner,nishthetoolregistra-
tiononebyone.
Starting the wireless activation
function
NOTE: Finish the tool registration for the vacuum
cleaner prior to the wireless activation.
NOTE: Refer to the instruction manual of the vacuum
cleaner, too.
Afterregisteringatooltothevacuumcleaner,the
vacuumcleanerwillautomaticallyrunsalongwiththe
switch operation of the tool.
1. Install the wireless unit to the tool.
2. Connect the hose of the vacuum cleaner with the
tool.
3. Setthestand-byswitchonthevacuumcleanerto
"AUTO".
1
►1.Stand-byswitch
4. Push the wireless activation button on the tool
briey.Thewirelessactivationlampwillblinkinblue.
12
►1. Wireless activation button 2. Wireless activation
lamp
5. Pull the switch trigger of the tool. Check if the
vacuum cleaner runs while the switch trigger is being
pulled.
Tostopthewirelessactivationofthevacuumcleaner,
push the wireless activation button on the tool.
NOTE:Thewirelessactivationlamponthetoolwill
stop blinking in blue when there is no operation for
2hours.Inthiscase,setthestand-byswitchonthe
vacuumcleanerto"AUTO"andpushthewireless
activation button on the tool again.
NOTE:Thevacuumcleanerstarts/stopswithadelay.
Thereisatimelagwhenthevacuumcleanerdetects
a switch operation of the tool.
NOTE:Thetransmissiondistanceofthewirelessunit
mayvarydependingonthelocationandsurrounding
circumstances.
NOTE: When two or more tools are registered to one
vacuumcleaner,thevacuumcleanermaystartrun-
ningevenifyoudon'tpulltheswitchtriggerbecause
an other user is using the wireless activation function.

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Description of the wireless activation lamp status
1
►1. Wireless activation lamp
Thewirelessactivationlampshowsthestatusofthewirelessactivationfunction.Refertothetablebelowforthe
meaning of the lamp status.
Status Wireless activation lamp Description
Color
On
Blinking
Duration
Standby Blue 2 hours Thewirelessactivationofthevacuumcleanerisavailable.The
lampwillautomaticallyturnoffwhennooperationisperformed
for 2 hours.
When
the tool is
running.
Thewirelessactivationofthevacuumcleanerisavailableandthe
tool is running.
Tool
registration
Green 20 seconds Readyforthetoolregistration.Waitingfortheregistrationbythe
vacuum cleaner.
2 seconds Thetoolregistrationhasbeennished.Thewirelessactivation
lamp will start blinking in blue.
Cancelling
tool
registration
Red 20 seconds Readyforthecancellationofthetoolregistration.Waitingforthe
cancellationbythevacuumcleaner.
2 seconds Thecancellationofthetoolregistrationhasbeennished.The
wireless activation lamp will start blinking in blue.
Others Red 3 seconds Thepowerissuppliedtothewirelessunitandthewirelessactiva-
tion function is starting up.
Off - - Thewirelessactivationofthevacuumcleanerisstopped.

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Cancelling tool registration for the
vacuum cleaner
Perform the following procedure when cancelling the
tool registration for the vacuum cleaner.
1. Install the batteries to the vacuum cleaner and the
tool.
2. Setthestand-byswitchonthevacuumcleanerto
"AUTO".
1
►1.Stand-byswitch
3. Press the wireless activation button on the vac-
uumcleanerfor6seconds.Thewirelessactivation
lampblinksingreenandthenbecomered.Afterthat,
press the wireless activation button on the tool in the
sameway.
1 2
1
2
►1. Wireless activation button 2. Wireless activation
lamp
Ifthecancellationisperformedsuccessfully,thewire-
less activation lamps will light up in red for 2 seconds
and start blinking in blue.
NOTE:Thewirelessactivationlampsnishblinkingin
red after 20 seconds elapsed. Press the wireless acti-
vation button on the tool while the wireless activation
lamp on the cleaner is blinking. If the wireless acti-
vation lamp does not blink in red, push the wireless
activationbuttonbrieyandholditdownagain.

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Troubleshooting for wireless activation function
Beforeaskingforrepairs,conductyourowninspectionrst.Ifyoundaproblemthatisnotexplainedinthemanual,
donotattempttodismantlethetool.Instead,askMakitaAuthorizedServiceCenters,alwaysusingMakitareplace-
ment parts for repairs.
State of abnormality Probable cause (malfunction) Remedy
Thewirelessactivationlampdoes
notlight/blink.
Thewirelessunitisnotinstalledinto
the tool.
Thewirelessunitisimproperlyinstalled
into the tool.
Installthewirelessunitcorrectly.
Theterminalofthewirelessunitand/or
theslotisdirty.
Gentlywipeoffdustanddirtontheterminalofthe
wireless unit and clean the slot.
Thewirelessactivationbuttononthe
tool has not been pushed.
Push the wireless activation button on the tool
briey.
Thestand-byswitchonthevacuum
cleanerisnotsetto"AUTO".
Setthestand-byswitchonthevacuumcleanerto
"AUTO".
Nopowersupply Supplythepowertothetoolandthevacuum
cleaner.
Cannotnishtoolregistration/can-
cellingtoolregistrationsuccessfully.
Thewirelessunitisnotinstalledinto
the tool.
Thewirelessunitisimproperlyinstalled
into the tool.
Installthewirelessunitcorrectly.
Theterminalofthewirelessunitand/or
theslotisdirty.
Gentlywipeoffdustanddirtontheterminalofthe
wireless unit and clean the slot.
Thestand-byswitchonthevacuum
cleanerisnotsetto"AUTO".
Setthestand-byswitchonthevacuumcleanerto
"AUTO".
Nopowersupply Supplythepowertothetoolandthevacuum
cleaner.
Incorrect operation Pushthewirelessactivationbuttonbrieyand
performthetoolregistration/cancellationprocedures
again.
Thetoolandvacuumcleanerisaway
from each other (out of the transmission
range).
Get the tool and vacuum cleaner closer to each
other.Themaximumtransmissiondistanceis
approximately10mhoweveritmayvaryaccording
to the circumstances.
Beforenishingthetoolregistration/
cancellation;
- the switch trigger on the tool is pulled
or;
- the power button on the vacuum
cleaner is turned on.
Pushthewirelessactivationbuttonbrieyand
performthetoolregistration/cancellationprocedures
again.
Thetoolregistrationproceduresforthe
toolorvacuumcleanerhasnotnished.
Perform the tool registration procedures for both the
tool and the vacuum cleaner at the same timing.
Radiodisturbancebyotherappliances
whichgeneratehigh-intensityradio
waves.
Keepthetoolandvacuumcleanerawayfromthe
appliances such as Wi-Fi devices and microwave
ovens.
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