Makita DGA408 Betriebsanleitung Seite 14

Shaft lock
WARNING:
Never actuate the shaft lock when
the spindle is moving. It may cause serious injury or
the tool damage.
Press the shaft lock to prevent spindle rotation when
installing or removing accessories.
► Fig.4: 1. Shaft lock
Switch action
CAUTION:
Before installing the battery car-
tridge into the tool, always check to see that the
switch lever actuates properly and returns to the
"OFF" position when released.
CAUTION:
For your safety, this tool is
equipped with lock-off lever which prevents the
tool from unintended starting. NEVER use the tool
if it runs when you simply pull the switch lever
without pulling the lock-off lever. Return the tool
to our authorized service center for proper repairs
BEFORE further usage.
CAUTION:
Do not pull the switch lever hard
without pulling the lock-off lever. This can cause
switch breakage.
CAUTION:
NEVER tape down or defeat pur-
pose and function of lock-off lever.
To prevent the switch lever from being accidentally
pulled, a lock-off lever is provided.
To start the tool, pull the lock-off lever toward the opera-
tor and then pull the switch lever.
To stop the tool, release the switch lever.
► Fig.5: 1. Lock-off lever 2. Switch lever
Automatic speed change function
► Fig.6: 1. Mode indicator
Mode indicator status
This tool has "high speed mode" and "high torque
mode". It automatically changes operation mode
depending on the work load. When mode indicator
lights up during operation, the tool is in high torque
mode.
Accidental re-start preventive
function
When installing the battery cartridge while the switch is
ON, the tool does not start.
To start the tool, turn off the switch, and turn it on again.
Operation mode
High speed mode
High torque mode
Active Feedback sensing Technology
The tool electronically detects situations where the wheel
or accessory may be at risk to be bound. In the situation,
the tool is automatically shut off to prevent further rotation
of the spindle (it does not prevent kickback).
To restart the tool, switch off the tool first, remove the
cause of sudden drop in the rotation speed, and then
turn the tool on.
Soft start feature
Soft start feature reduces starting reaction.
Electric brake
Electric brake is activated after the tool is switched off.
The brake does not work when the power supply is shut down,
such as the battery is removed accidentally, with the switch still on.
ASSEMBLY
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 side grip (handle)
CAUTION:
Always be sure that the side grip is
installed securely before operation.
Screw the side grip securely on the position of the tool
as shown in the figure.
► Fig.7
Installing or removing wheel guard
(For depressed center wheel, flap disc,
flex wheel, wire wheel brush / abrasive
cut-off wheel, diamond wheel)
WARNING:
wheel, flap disc, flex wheel or wire wheel brush,
the wheel guard must be fitted on the tool so that
the closed side of the guard always points toward
the operator.
WARNING:
/ diamond wheel, be sure to use only the special
wheel guard designed for use with cut-off wheels.
For tool with locking screw type
wheel guard
Mount the wheel guard with the protrusions on the
wheel guard band aligned with the notches on the bear-
ing box. Then rotate the wheel guard to such an angle
that it can protect the operator according to work. Be
sure to tighten the screw securely.
To remove wheel guard, follow the installation proce-
dure in reverse.
► Fig.8: 1. Wheel guard 2. Bearing box 3. Screw
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When using a depressed center
When using an abrasive cut-off