Makita 6501 Instruction Manual

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4ENGLISHExplanation of general view1 Tighten2 Chuck key3 Depth gauge4 Washer5 Wing bolt6 Switch trigger7 Lock buttonSPECIFICATIONSModel 6501CapacitiesSteel ................................................................. 6.5 mmWood ................................................................... 9 mmNo load speed (min–1 ) ............................................ 4,500Overall length ..................................................... 206 mmNet weight ............................................................. 0.9 kg• Due to our continuing program of research and devel-opment, the specifications herein are subject to changewithout notice.• Note: Specifications may differ from country to country.Power supplyThe tool should be connected only to a power supply ofthe same voltage as indicated on the nameplate, and canonly be operated on single-phase AC supply. They aredouble-insulated in accordance with European Standardand can, therefore, also be used from sockets withoutearth wire.Safety hintsFor your own safety, please refer to the enclosed safetyinstructions.SPECIFIC SAFETY RULESGEB002-2DO NOT let comfort or familiarity with product(gained from repeated use) replace strict adherenceto drill safety rules. If you use this power toolunsafely or incorrectly, you can suffer serious per-sonal injury.1. Hold tool by insulated gripping surfaces whenperforming an operation where the cutting toolsmay contact hidden wiring or its own cord.Contact with a “live” wire will make exposed metalparts of the tool “live” and shock the opeator.2. Always be sure you have a firm footing.Be sure no one is below when using the tool inhigh locations.3. Hold the tool firmly.4. Keep hands away from rotating parts.5. Do not leave the tool running. Operate the toolonly when hand-held.6. Do not touch the drill bit or the workpiece imme-diately after operation; they may be extremelyhot and could burn your skin.7. Some material contains chemicals which may betoxic. Take caution to prevent dust inhalationand skin contact. Follow material supplier safetydata.SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.WARNING:MISUSE or failure to follow the safety rules stated inthis instruction manual may cause serious personalinjury.OPERATING INSTRUCTIONSInstalling or removing drill bit (Fig. 1)Important:Always be sure that the tool is switched off andunplugged before installing or removing the bit.To install the bit, place it in the chuck as far as it will go.Tighten the chuck by hand. Place the chuck key in eachof the three holes and tighten clockwise. Be sure totighten all three chuck holes evenly. To remove the bit,turn the chuck key counterclockwise in just one hole,then loosen the chuck by hand.After using the chuck key, be sure to return it to the origi-nal position.Adjusting depth of drilling (Fig. 2)For tools with depth gaugeInstall the depth gauge on the tool with the wing bolt andwasher. Adjust the depth gauge to the desired depth andtighten the wing bolt.Switch action (Fig. 3)CAUTION:Before plugging in the tool, always check to see theswitch trigger actuates properly and returns to the “OFF”position when released.To start the tool, simply pull the trigger. Release the trig-ger to stop. For continuous operation, pull the trigger andthen push in the lock button. To stop the tool from thelocked position, pull the trigger fully, then release it.Drilling operation• Drilling in woodWhen drilling in wood, the best results are obtainedwith wood drills equipped with a guide screw. Theguide screw makes drilling easier by pulling the bit intothe workpiece.• Drilling in metalTo prevent the bit from slipping when starting a hole,make an indentation with a center-punch and hammerat the point to be drilled. Place the point of the bit in theindentation and start drilling. Use a cutting lubricantwhen drilling metals. The exceptions are iron and brasswhich should be drilled dry.

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