430th January, 2009000230Tomoyasu KatoDirectorMakita Corporation3-11-8, Sumiyoshi-cho,Anjo, Aichi, JAPANGEA010-1General Power Tool SafetyWarningsWARNING Read all safety warnings and allinstructions. Failure to follow the warnings andinstructions may result in electric shock, fire and/orserious injury.Save all warnings and instructions forfuture reference. GEB017-2SPECIFIC SAFETY RULESDO NOT let comfort or familiarity with product(gained from repeated use) replace strict adherenceto screwdriver safety rules. If you use this powertool unsafely or incorrectly, you can suffer seriouspersonal injury.1. Hold power tool by insulated gripping surfaces,when performing an operation where thefastener may contact hidden wiring or its owncord. Fasteners contacting a "live" wire may makeexposed metal parts of the power tool "live" andcould give the operator an electric shock.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 touch the bit or the workpieceimmediately after operation; they may beextremely hot and could burn your skin.SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.WARNING:MISUSE or failure to follow the safety rules stated inthis instruction manual may cause serious personalinjury.FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTIONCAUTION:• Always be sure that the tool is switched off andunplugged before adjusting or checking function onthe tool.Depth adjustmentFig.1The depth can be adjusted by turning the lock ring. Turnit in "B" direction for less depth and in "A" direction formore depth. One full turn of the lock ring equals 1.5 mmchange in depth.Adjust the lock ring so that the distance between the tipof the locator and the screw head is approximately 1 mmas shown in the figures. Drive a trial screw into yourmaterial or a piece of duplicate material. If the depth isstill not suitable for the screw, continue adjusting untilyou obtain the proper depth setting.Fig.2Switch actionFig.3CAUTION:• Before plugging in the tool, always check to seethat the switch trigger actuates properly andreturns to the "OFF" position when released.To start the tool, simply pull the switch trigger. Toolspeed is increased by increasing pressure on the switchtrigger. Release the switch trigger to stop.For continuous operation, pull the switch trigger andthen push in the lock button.To stop the tool from the locked position, pull the switchtrigger fully, then release it.NOTE:• Even with the switch on and motor running, the bitwill not rotate until you fit the point of the bit in thescrew head and apply forward pressure to engagethe clutch.Lighting up the lampsFig.4CAUTION:• Do not look in the light or see the source of lightdirectly.To turn on the lamp, pull the trigger. Release the triggerto turn it off.NOTE:• Use a dry cloth to wipe the dirt off the lens of lamp.Be careful not to scratch the lens of lamp, or it maylower the illumination.