6
A battery short can cause a large current flow,
overheating, possible burns and even a break-
down.
6. Do not store the tool and battery cartridge in
locations where the temperature may reach or
exceed 50°C (122°F).
7. Do not incinerate the battery cartridge even if it
is severely damaged or is completely worn out.
The battery cartridge can explode in a fire.
8. Be careful not to drop or strike battery.
9. Do not use a damaged battery.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
Tips for maintaining maximum battery life
1. Charge the battery cartridge before completely
discharged.
Always stop tool operation and charge the bat-
tery cartridge when you notice less tool power.
2. Never recharge a fully charged battery cartridge.
Overcharging shortens the battery service life.
3. Charge the battery cartridge with room tempera-
ture at 10°C – 40°C (50°F – 104°F). Let a hot bat-
tery cartridge cool down before charging it.
FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION
CAUTION:
• Always be sure that the tool is switched off and the bat-
tery cartridge is removed before adjusting or checking
function on the tool.
Installing or removing battery cartridge
(Fig. 1 & 2)
• Always switch off the tool before insertion or removal of
the battery cartridge.
• To remove the battery cartridge, first open the battery
cartridge cover. To open the cover, press its recessed
part and pivot it with the recessed part depressed. And
then withdraw it from the tool while sliding the button on
the front of the cartridge.
• To insert the battery cartridge, align the tongue on the
battery cartridge with the groove in the housing and slip
it into place. Always insert it all the way until it locks in
place with a little click. If you can see the red part on
the upper side of the button, it is not locked completely.
Insert it fully until the red part cannot be seen. If not, it
may accidentally fall out of the tool, causing injury to
you or someone around you.
• Do not use force when inserting the battery cartridge. If
the cartridge does not slide in easily, it is not being
inserted correctly.
Switch action (Fig. 3)
CAUTION:
• Before inserting the battery cartridge into the tool,
always check to see that the switch lever actuates prop-
erly and returns to the “OFF” position when released.
To start the tool, simply pull the switch lever. Release the
switch lever to stop.
Switch lever can be pulled from either top or back side of
the tool.
OPERATION
Hold the tool straight when inserting/operating. Use the
tool within the effective vibration range at equidistant
intervals. The effective air bubble removal range is about
ten times the diameter of the vibrating head, or around
250 mm.
Do not use this tool to move concrete within a form. The
mortar will just move away and the coarse aggregate will
remain, causing segregation. (Fig. 4)
Effective leveling and removal of air bubbles
Removal of the air bubbles is complete after you have
worked the tool throughout each effective range, the con-
crete stops shrinking, and the mortar has risen evenly to
the surface, giving off a light appearance. Gently remove
the operating tool not to leave holes.
NOTE:
• Vibrating too long in a single place causes concrete
segregation.
• When the coarse aggregate segregates when placing
concrete, shovel out the coarse aggregate and put it
where there is plenty of mortar. Then use the tool on it.
Don’t leave coarse aggregate in the segregated condi-
tion.
When concreting a slope site, always pour from the bot-
tom at the beginning. This way the weight of the freshly
poured concrete and vibration will lead to effective
removal of air bubbles. Conversely, if the pouring is done
first from above, the mortar will separate and eventually
slide to the bottom. (Fig.5)
MAINTENANCE
CAUTION:
• Always be sure that the tool is switched off and the bat-
tery cartridge is removed before attempting to perform
inspection or maintenance.
• Never use gasoline, benzine, thinner, alcohol or the
like. Discoloration, deformation or cracks may result.
To maintain product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs,
any other maintenance or adjustment should be per-
formed by Makita Authorized Service Centers, always
using Makita replacement parts.
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
CAUTION:
• These accessories or attachments are recommended
for use with your Makita tool specified in this manual.
The use of any other accessories or attachments might
present a risk of injury to persons. Only use accessory
or attachment for its stated purpose.
If you need any assistance for more details regarding
these accessories, ask your local Makita Service Center.
• Various type of Makita genuine batteries and chargers
NOTE:
• Some items in the list may be included in the tool pack-
age as standard accessories. They may differ from
country to country.
