MAKITA 6812 Drywall Screw Driver Instruction Manual

Drywall Screwdriver
MODEL 6812

6812 Drywall Screw Driver

DOUBLE INSULATION
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
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WARNING:
For your personal safety, READ and UNDERSTAND before using.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

SPECIFICATIONS

• Manufacturer reserves the right to change specifications without notice.
• Specifications may differ from country to country.

GENERAL SAFETY RULES

(For All Tools)
WARNING:
Read and understand all instructions. Failure to follow all instructions listed below, may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious personal injury.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Work Area
1. Keep your work area clean and well lit.
Cluttered benches and dark areas invite accidents.
2. Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases, or dust. Power tools create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes.
3. Keep bystanders, children, and visitors away while operating a power tool. Distractions can cause you to lose control.
Electrical Safety
4. Double insulated tools are equipped with a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other.) This plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to install a polarized outlet. Do not change the plug in any way. Double insulation eliminates the need for the three wire grounded power cord and grounded power supply system.
5. Avoid body contact with grounded surfaces such as pipes, radiators, ranges and refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is grounded.
6. Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of electric shock.
7. Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord to carry the tools or pull the plug from an outlet. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts. Replace damaged cords immediately. Damaged cords increase the risk of electric shock.
8. When operating a power tool outside, use an outdoor extension cord marked “W-A” or “W”. These cords are rated for outdoor use and reduce the risk of electric shock
Personal Safety
9. Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a power tool. Do not use tool while tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or medication. A moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury.
10. Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Contain long hair. Keep your hair, clothing, and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry, or long hair can be caught in moving parts.
11. Avoid accidental starting. Be sure switch is off before plugging in. Carrying tools with your finger on the switch or plugging in tools that have the switch on invites accidents.
12. Remove adjusting keys or wrenches before turning the tool on. A wrench or a key that is left attached to a rotating part of the tool may result in personal injury.
13. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. Proper footing and balance enables better control of the tool in unexpected situations.
14. Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protection. Dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection must be used for appropriate conditions. Ordinary eye or sun glasses are NOT eye protection.
Tool Use and Care
15. Use clamps or other practical way to secure and support the workpiece to a stable platform. Holding the work by hand or against your body is unstable and may lead to loss of control.
16. Do not force tool. Use the correct tool for your application. The correct tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it is designed.
17. Do not use tool if switch does not turn it on or off. Any tool that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
18. Disconnect the plug from the power source before making any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing the tool. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the tool accidentally.
19. Store idle tools out of reach of children and other untrained persons. Tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
20. Maintain tools with care. Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control.
21. Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, and any other condition that may affect the tools operation. If damaged, have the tool serviced before using. Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained tools.
22. Use only accessories that are recommended by the manufacturer for your model. Accessories that may be suitable for one tool, may become hazardous when used on another tool.
SERVICE
23. Tool service must be performed only by qualified repair personnel. Service or maintenance performed by unqualified personnel could result in a risk of injury.
24. When servicing a tool, use only identical replacement parts. Follow instructions in the Maintenance section of this manual. Use of unauthorized parts or failure to follow Maintenance instructions may create a risk of electric shock or injury.

USE PROPER EXTENSION CORD: Make sure your extension cord is in good condition. When using an extension cord, be sure to use one heavy enough to carry the current your product will draw. An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage  esulting in loss of power and overheating. Table 1 shows the correct size to use depending on cord length and nameplate ampere rating. If in doubt, use the next heavier gage. The smaller the gage number, the heavier the cord.
Table 1: Minimum gage for cord

SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES

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DO NOT let comfort or familiarity with product (gained from repeated use) replace strict adherence to screwdriver safety rules. If you use this tool unsafely or incorrectly, you can suffer serious personal injury.

1. Hold tool by insulated gripping surfaces when performing an operation where the cutting tool may contact hidden wiring or its own cord. Contact with a “live” wire will make exposed metal parts of the tool “live” and shock the operator.
2. Always be sure you have a firm footing. Be sure no one is below when using the tool in high locations.
3. Hold the tool firmly.
4. Keep hands away from rotating parts.
5. Do not touch the bit or the workpiece immediately after operation: they may be extremely hot and could burn your skin.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING:
MISUSE or failure to follow the safety rules stated in this instruction manual may cause serious personal injury.

SYMBOLS

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The followings show the symbols used for tool.

V ………………….. volts
A ………………….. amperes
Hz ………………… hertz
……………. alternating current
………………. no load speed
……………….. Class II Construction
…/min ……………. revolutions or reciprocation per minute

FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION

CAUTION:

• Always be sure that the tool is switched off and unplugged before adjusting or checking function on the tool.

Depth adjustment
The depth can be adjusted by turning the locking sleeve.
Turn it in “A” direction for less depth and in “B” direction for more depth. One full turn of the locking sleeve equals 1.5 mm (1/16”) change in depth.
Adjust the locking sleeve so that the distance between the tip of the locator and the screw head is approximately 1 mm (3/64”) as shown in the figures.
Drive a trial screw into your material or a piece of duplicate material. If the depth is still not suitable for the screw, continue adjusting until you obtain the proper depth setting.

Switch action
CAUTION:

• Before plugging in the tool, always check to see that the switch trigger actuates properly and returns to the “OFF” position when released.
  To start the tool, simply pull the switch trigger. Release the switch trigger to stop.
  For continuous operation, pull the switch trigger and then push in the lock button.
  To stop the tool from the locked position, pull the switch trigger fully, then release it.

NOTE:

• Even with the switch on and motor running, the bit will not rotate until you fit the point of the bit in the screw head and apply forward pressure to engage the clutch.

Reversing switch action
This tool has a reversing switch to change the direction of rotation. Move the reversing switch lever to the A side for clockwise rotation or the B side for counterclockwise rotation.

CAUTION:

• Always check the direction of rotation before operation.
• Use the reversing switch only after the tool comes to a complete stop. Changing the direction of rotation before the tool stops may damage the tool.

Speed adjusting dial

The tool speed can be infinitely adjusted between 1,500 and 4,500 rpm by turning the speed adjusting dial. Higher speed is obtained when the dial is turned in the direction of number 5; lower speed is obtained when it is turned in the direction of number 1.
Refer to the figure for the relationship between the number settings on the adjusting dial and the kind of work.
A range:
For work that requires a subtle speed control such as centering or final fastening.
B range:
Use when screws/drywall boards might be damaged with C range speed.
C range:
For regular fastening work.
NOTE:

• The above figure shows standard applications. They may differ under certain conditions.

CAUTION:

• If the tool is operated continuously at low speeds for a long time, the motor will get overloaded, resulting in tool malfunction.
• The speed adjusting dial can be turned only as far as 5 and back to 1. Do not force it past 5 or 1, or the speed adjusting function may no longer work.

Hook The hook can be installed on either side of the tool. To change the hook position, remove the thumb screw and hook. Replace the hook so that its bent portion will be on the other side. The space between the hook and the tool itself can be adjusted to provide more 37 mm (1-7/16”) or less 17 mm (11/16”) room for temporarily hanging the tool. To adjust, remove the thumb screw and hook. Then use the other hole when securing with the thumb screw.

ASSEMBLY

CAUTION:

• Always be sure that the tool is switched off and unplugged before carrying out any work on the tool.

Installing or removing the bit
To remove the bit, first pull the locator out of the locking sleeve.
Hook the neck of the bit with one of the holes on the locator and pull. The bit is thus easily removed.
To install the bit, insert it as far as it will go through the opening in the soft rubber collar (dust ring) on top.
Then press straight down on the bit tip until it is held in place.
After installing the bit, install the locator by pushing it firmly back onto the locking sleeve.

Rubber cap
Use the rubber cap when fastening easily-marked work- pieces.

OPERATION

Fit the screw on the point of the bit and place the point of the screw on the surface of the workpiece to be fastened. Apply pressure to the tool and start it. Withdraw the tool as soon as the clutch cuts in. Then release the switch trigger.
CAUTION:

• When fitting the screw onto the point of the bit, be careful not to push in on the screw. If the screw is pushed in, the clutch will engage and the screw will rotate suddenly. This could damage a workpiece or cause an injury.
• Make sure that the bit is inserted straight in the screw head, or the screw and/or bit may be damaged.

MAINTENANCE

CAUTION:

• Always be sure that the tool is switched off and unplugged before attempting to perform inspection or maintenance.

Replacing carbon brushes
Remove and check the carbon brushes regularly. Replace when they wear down to the limit mark. Keep the carbon brushes clean and free to slip in the holders. Both carbon brushes should be replaced at the same time. Use only identical carbon brushes.

Use a screwdriver to remove the brush holder caps. Take out the worn carbon brushes, insert the new ones and secure the brush holder caps.To maintain product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs, carbon brush inspection and replacement, any other maintenance or adjustment should be performed by Makita Authorized or Factory Service Centers, always using Makita replacement parts.

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.

• Phillips bit 2 – 45

Stamp Timbre
Makita Canada Inc.
1950 Forbes Street,
Whitby, Ontario
L1N 7B7

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Factory Service Centres

Head Office: 1950 Forbes St., Whitby, Ontario, LIN 7B7 (905) 571 – 2200 1-800-263-3734
Regional Office: 11771 Hammersmith Way, Richmond B.C. V7A 5H6 (604) 272 – 3104 1-800-663-0909
Regional Office: 6389 boul, Couture, St. Leonard, Quebec (Montreal) H1P 3J5 (514) 323 – 1223 1-800-361-7049
Dartmouth: 202 Brownlow Avenue Dartmouth, N.S., B3B 1T5 (902) 468 – 7064 1-888-625-4821
Ville St. Laurent: 1140 Rue Bégin, Ville St. Laurent, Quebec (Montreal) H4R 1X1 (514) 745 – 5025 1-888-745-5025
Les Saules: 1200 St. Jean Baptiste, Unit 106, Les Saules, (Quebec) Quebec, G2E 5E8 418-871-5720 1-800-663-5757
Nepean: 203 Colonnade Road, Unit #6, Nepean, (Ottawa) Ontario K2E 7K3 (613) 224 – 5022 1-888-560-2214
Whitby: 1950 Forbes St., Whitby, Ontario, LIN 7B7 (905) 571 – 2200 1-800-263-3734
London: 317 Adelaide St. S., Unit 117, London, Ontario, N5Z 3L3 (519) 686 – 3115 1-800-571-0899
Mississauga: 6350 Tomken Rd., Unit 8, Mississauga, Ontario, LST 1¥3 (905) 670 – 7255 1-800-221-9811
Calgary: #8-6115 Fourth St. S.E., Calgary Alberta, T2H 2H9 (403) 243 – 3995 1-800-267-0445
Edmonton: 11614-149 Street, Edmonton, Alberta, T5M 3R3 (780) 455 – 6644 1-888-455-6644
Richmond: 11771 Hammersmith Way, Richmond, B.C., V7A SH6 (604) 272 – 3104 1-800-663-0909
Coquitlam: 2131 Hartley Ave., #103 Coquitlam, B.C. V3K 2Z3 (604) 525 – 7434 1-800-266-7738
Winnipeg: 1670 St. James Street, Winnipeg, Manitoba, R3H OL3 (204) 694 – 0402 1-800-550-5073
Saskatoon: 206A-2750 Faithful Avenue Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, S7K 6M6 306-931-0111 1-888-931-0111
For the authorized service centre nearest you please refer to the local yellow pages directory under “tools” or contact our customer service department (Tel) 1-800-263-3734

When you need service…

• Explain the problem in a letter
• Enclose the letter with the tool
• Package carefully and send prepaid to the nearest Makita factory or authorized service centre

CUSTOMER RECORD
DATE PURCHASED:
DEALER’S NAME & ADDRESS:
MODEL NO.:
SERIAL NO.:

MAKITA LIMITED ONE YEAR WARRANTY

Warranty Policy

Every Makita tool is thoroughly inspected and tested before leaving the factory. It is warranted to be free of defects from workmanship and materials for the period of ONE YEAR from the date of original purchase. Should any trouble develop during this one year period, return the COMPLETE tool, freight prepaid, to one of Makita’s Factory or Authorized Service Centres.

If inspection shows the trouble is caused by defective workmanship or material, Makita will repair (or at our option, replace) without charge.

This Warranty does not apply:

• where normal maintenance is required,
• repairs have been made or attempted by others,
• the tool has been abused, misused or improperly maintained,
• alterations have been made to the tool.

IN NO EVENT SHALL MAKITA BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES FROM THE SALE OR USE OF THE PRODUCT. THIS DISCLAIMER APPLIES BOTH DURING AND AFTER THE TERM OF THIS WARRANTY.

“The Makita Warranty is the only and the entire written warranty given by Makita for the Makita tools. No dealer or his agent or employee is authorized to extend or enlarge upon this warranty by any verbal or written statement or advertisement.”

MAKITA DISCLAIMS LIABILITY FOR ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF “MERCHANTABILITY” AND FITNESS FOR A SPECIFIC PURPOSE,” AFTER THE ONE YEAR TERM OF THIS WARRANTY.

“This Warranty gives you specific rights. The provisions contained in this warranty are not intended to limit, modify, take away from, disclaim or exclude any warranties set forth in any provincial legislation. To the extent required by law, the provisions in any provincial or federal legislation with respect to warranties take precedence over the provisions in this warranty.”

Makita Corporation
3-11-8, Sumiyoshi-cho,
Anjo, Aichi 446-8502 Japan

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