Makita HR2230 Instructions Manual

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4Tomoyasu 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 GEB007-2SPECIFIC SAFETY RULESDO NOT let comfort or familiarity with product(gained from repeated use) replace strict adherenceto rotary hammer safety rules. If you use this toolunsafely or incorrectly, you can suffer seriouspersonal injury.1. Wear ear protectors. Exposure to noise cancause hearing loss.2. Use auxiliary handles supplied with the tool.Loss of control can cause personal injury.3. Hold power tools by insulated grippingsurfaces when performing an operation wherethe cutting tool may contact hidden wiring orits own cord. Contact with a "live" wire will makeexposed metal parts of the tool "live" and shockthe operator.4. Wear a hard hat (safety helmet), safety glassesand/or face shield. Ordinary eye or sunglasses are NOT safety glasses. It is alsohighly recommended that you wear a dustmask and thickly padded gloves.5. Be sure the bit is secured in place beforeoperation.6. Under normal operation, the tool is designedto produce vibration. The screws can comeloose easily, causing a breakdown or accident.Check tightness of screws carefully beforeoperation.7. In cold weather or when the tool has not beenused for a long time, let the tool warm up for awhile by operating it under no load. This willloosen up the lubrication. Without properwarm-up, hammering operation is difficult.8. Always be sure you have a firm footing.Be sure no one is below when using the tool inhigh locations.9. Hold the tool firmly with both hands.10. Keep hands away from moving parts.11. Do not leave the tool running. Operate the toolonly when hand-held.12. Do not point the tool at any one in the areawhen operating. The bit could fly out andinjure someone seriously.13. Do not touch the bit or parts close to the bitimmediately after operation; they may beextremely hot and could burn your skin.14. Some material contains chemicals which maybe toxic. Take caution to prevent dustinhalation and skin contact. Follow materialsupplier safety data.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.Switch actionFig.1CAUTION:• 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. Forcontinuous operation, pull the switch trigger and thenpush in the lock button. To stop the tool from the lockedposition, pull the switch trigger fully, then release it.Reversing switch actionFig.2CAUTION:• Always check the direction of rotation beforeoperation.• Use the reversing switch only after the tool comesto a complete stop. Changing the direction ofrotation before the tool stops may damage the tool.• If the switch trigger can not be depressed, check tosee that the reversing switch is fully set toposition (A side) or (B side).This tool has a reversing switch to change the directionof rotation. Move the reversing switch lever tothe position (A side) for clockwise rotation orthe position (B side) for counterclockwise rotation.Selecting the action modeFig.3This tool employs an action mode changing knob. Selectone of the two modes suitable for your work needs byusing this knob.For rotation only, turn the knob so that the arrow on theknob points toward the symbol on the tool body.For rotation with hammering, turn the knob so that thearrow on the knob points toward the symbol on the toolbody.