3ENGLISHExplanation of general view1-1. Red part1-2. Button1-3. Battery cartridge2-1. Switch trigger3-1. Reversing switch lever4-1. Speed change lever5-1. Adjusting ring5-2. Graduation5-3. Pointer6-1. SleeveSPECIFICATIONSModel BDF343 BDF453Steel 10 mm 13 mmWood 25 mm 36 mmWood screw 5.1 x 63 mm 6 mm x 75 mmCapacitiesMachine screw 6 mmHigh (2) 0 - 1,300No load speed (min -1) Low (1) 0 - 400Overall length 192 mm 214 mmNet weight 1.3 kg (BL1415) / 1.5 Kg (BL1430) 1.6 kg (BL1815) / 1.8 Kg (BL1830)Rated voltage D.C. 14.4 V D.C. 18 V• Due to our continuing programme of research and development, the specifications herein are subject to change without notice.• Note: Specifications may differ from country to country.ENE034-1Intended useThe tool is intended for drilling and screw driving in wood,metal and plastic.For Model BDF343 ENG103-1NoiseFor European countries onlyNoiseThe typical A-weighted noise level determined accordingto EN60745-2-1:Sound pressure level (LpA) : 70 dB(A) or lessThe noise level under working may exceed 85 dB(A)Wear ear protection ENG202-1VibrationThe vibration total value (tri-axial vector sum)determined according to EN60745-2-1:Work mode: Drilling into metalVibration emission (ah,D) : 2.5 m/s 2 or lessFor Model BDF453 ENG101-1For European countries onlyNoiseThe typical A-weighted noise level determined accordingto EN60745-2-1:Sound pressure level (LpA) : 72 dB(A)Uncertainty (K) : 3 dB(A)The noise level under working may exceed 85 dB (A).Wear ear protection.ENG202-1VibrationThe vibration total value (tri-axial vector sum)determined according to EN60745-2-1:Work mode: Drilling into metalVibration emission (ah,D) : 2.5 m/s 2 or less ENH102-7EC-DECLARATION OF CONFORMITYModel; BDF343,BDF453We declare under our sole responsibility that thisproduct is in compliance with the following standards ofstandardized documents;EN60745, EN55014 in accordance with CouncilDirectives, 2004/108/EC, 98/37/EC.CE2007000230Tomoyasu KatoDirectorResponsible Manufacturer:Makita Corporation3-11-8, Sumiyoshi-cho, Anjo, Aichi, JAPANAuthorized Representative in Europe:Makita International Europe Ltd.Michigan Drive, Tongwell, Milton Keynes, Bucks MK158JD, ENGLAND GEB002-2SPECIFIC SAFETY RULESDO 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 seriouspersonal injury.