10 ENGLISHHold the tool firmly and place the point of the driver bitin the screw head. Apply forward pressure to the tool tothe extent that the bit will not slip off the screw and turnthe tool on to start operation.NOTICE: If you use a spare battery to continuethe operation, rest the tool at least 15 min.NOTE: Use the proper bit for the head of the screw/bolt that you wish to use.NOTE: When fastening M8 or smaller screw, choosea proper impact force and carefully adjust pressure onthe switch trigger so that the screw is not damaged.NOTE: Hold the tool pointed straight at the screw.NOTE: If the impact force is too strong or you tightenthe screw for a time longer than shown in the figures,the screw or the point of the driver bit may be over-stressed, stripped, damaged, etc. Before starting yourjob, always perform a test operation to determine theproper fastening time for your screw.The fastening torque is affected by a wide variety offactors including the following. After fastening, alwayscheck the torque with a torque wrench.1. When the battery cartridge is discharged almostcompletely, voltage will drop and the fasteningtorque will be reduced.2. Driver bit or socket bitFailure to use the correct size driver bit or socketbit will cause a reduction in the fastening torque.3. Bolt• Even though the torque coefficient and theclass of bolt are the same, the proper fasten-ing torque will differ according to the diame-ter of bolt.• Even though the diameters of bolts are thesame, the proper fastening torque will differaccording to the torque coefficient, the classof bolt and the bolt length.4. The manner of holding the tool or the material ofdriving position to be fastened will affect the torque.5. Operating the tool at low speed will cause a reduc-tion in the fastening torque.Using holsterOptional accessoryCAUTION: When using the holster, remove adriver bit/drill bit from the tool.CAUTION: Turn off the tool and wait until itcomes to a complete stop before placing it in theholster.Be sure to close the holster securely with theholster button so that it holds the tool firmly.1. Thread a waist belt or similar through holsterholder.► Fig.14: 1. Holster holder 2. Waist belt2. Put the tool in the holster and lock it with the hol-ster button.► Fig.15► Fig.16You can keep two driver bits at the front of the holster.MAINTENANCECAUTION: Always be sure that the tool isswitched off and the battery cartridge is removedbefore attempting to perform inspection ormaintenance.NOTICE: Never use gasoline, benzine, thinner,alcohol or the like. Discoloration, deformation orcracks may result.To maintain product SAFETY and RELIABILITY,repairs, any other maintenance or adjustment shouldbe performed by Makita Authorized or Factory ServiceCenters, always using Makita replacement parts.OPTIONALACCESSORIESCAUTION: These accessories or attachmentsare recommended for use with your Makita toolspecified in this manual. The use of any otheraccessories or attachments might present a risk ofinjury to persons. Only use accessory or attachmentfor its stated purpose.If you need any assistance for more details regard-ing these accessories, ask your local Makita ServiceCenter.• Driver bits• Socket bits• Bit piece• Holster• Hook• Plastic carrying case• Makita genuine battery and chargerNOTE: Some items in the list may be included in thetool package as standard accessories. They maydiffer from country to country.