Makita DHS680 Instruction Manual

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10 ENGLISHIndicating remaining batterycapacityCountry specific► Fig.10: 1. Battery indicatorWhen you turn the tool on, the battery indicator showsthe remaining battery capacity.The remaining battery capacity is shown as the follow-ing table.Battery indicator statusRemaining battery capacity50% - 100%20% - 50%0% - 20%Charge the batteryOn Off BlinkingAutomatic speed change function► Fig.11: 1. Mode indicatorMode indicator status Operation modeHigh speed modeHigh torque modeThis tool has "high speed mode" and "high torquemode". It automatically changes operation modedepending on the work load. When mode indicatorlights up during operation, the tool is in high torquemode.Tool / battery protection systemThe tool is equipped with a tool/battery protection sys-tem. This system automatically cuts off power to themotor to extend tool and battery life.The tool will automatically stop during operation if thetool or battery are placed under one of the followingconditions. In some conditions, the indicator lights up.Overload protectionWhen the tool is operated in a manner that causes it todraw an abnormally high current, the tool automaticallystops without any indications. In this situation, turn thetool off and stop the application that caused the tool tobecome overloaded. Then turn the tool on to restart.Overheat protection for toolWhen the tool is overheated, the tool stops automati-cally and the battery indicator shows following state. Inthis situation, let the tool cool before turning the tool onagain.Battery indicatorTool is overheatedOn Off BlinkingReleasing protection lockWhen the protection system works repeatedly, the toolis locked and the battery indicator shows the followingstate.Battery indicator On Off BlinkingProtection lock worksIn this situation, the tool does not start even if turningthe tool off and on. To release the protection lock,remove the battery, set it to the battery charger and waituntil the charging finishes.Adjusting depth of cutCAUTION:• After adjusting the depth of cut, always tightenthe lever securely.► Fig.12: 1. Lever 2. Depth guideLoosen the lever on the side of the rear handle andmove the base up or down. At the desired depth of cut,secure the base by tightening the lever.For cleaner, safer cuts, set cut depth so that no morethan one blade tooth projects below workpiece. Usingproper cut depth helps to reduce potential for danger-ous KICKBACKS which can cause personal injury.Bevel cutting► Fig.13: 1. Front leverLoosen the front lever. Set for the desired angle (0° -50°) by tilting accordingly, then tighten the front leversecurely.► Fig.14: 1. StopperUse the 45° stopper when you do precise 45° anglecutting. Turn the stopper counterclockwise fully forbevel cut (0° - 45°) and turn it clockwise for 0° - 50°bevel cuts.Sighting► Fig.15: 1. Cutting line (0°position) 2. Cutting line(45°position) 3. ScrewFor straight cuts, align the 0° position on the front ofthe base with your cutting line. For 45° bevel cuts, alignthe 45° position with it. The position of the top guide isadjustable.