makita DDG460 Cordless Earth Auger Instruction Manual
- June 6, 2024
- Makita
Table of Contents
DDG460 Cordless Earth Auger
ENGLISH: Original instructions
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Cordless Earth Auger
DDG460
Read before use.
SPECIFICATIONS
Model: No load speed
High Low
DDG460 0 – 1,400 min-1 0 – 350 min-1
Drilling capacities
For sandy soil: 200 mm For clay soil: 150 mm
Overall length
840 mm
Rated voltage
D.C. 36 V
Net weight
7.3 – 8.2 kg
· Due to our continuing program of research and development, the
specifications herein are subject to change without notice.
· Specifications may differ from country to country.
· The weight may differ depending on the attachment(s), including the battery
cartridge. The lightest and heaviest combination, according to EPTA-Procedure
01/2014, are shown in the table.
Applicable battery cartridge and charger
Battery cartridge
BL1815N / BL1820B / BL1830B / BL1840B / BL1850B / BL1860B
Charger
DC18RC / DC18RD / DC18RE / DC18SD / DC18SE / DC18SF / DC18SH
· Some of the battery cartridges and chargers listed above may not be available depending on your region of residence.
WARNING: Only use the battery cartridges and chargers listed above. Use of any other battery cartridges and chargers may cause injury and/or fire.
Symbols
Noise
The followings show the symbols which may be used for the equipment. Be sure
that you understand their meaning before use.
Read instruction manual.
Ni-MH Li-ion
Only for EU countries Do not dispose of electric equipment or battery pack together with household waste material! In observance of the European Directives, on Waste Electric and Electronic Equipment and Batteries and Accumulators and Waste Batteries and Accumulators and their implementation in accordance with national laws, electric equipment and batteries and battery pack(s) that have reached the end of their life must be collected separately and returned to an environmentally compatible recycling facility.
Intended use
The tool is intended for drilling the ground.
The typical A-weighted noise level determined according to EN62841-2-1: Sound
pressure level (LpA) : 85 dB(A) Sound power level (LWA) : 96 dB (A)
Uncertainty (K) : 3 dB(A)
NOTE: The declared noise emission value(s) has been measured in accordance
with a standard test method and may be used for comparing one tool with
another.
NOTE: The declared noise emission value(s) may also be used in a preliminary
assessment of exposure.
WARNING: Wear ear protection.
WARNING: The noise emission during actual use of the power tool can differ
from the declared value(s) depending on the ways in which the tool is used
especially what kind of workpiece is processed.
WARNING: Be sure to identify safety measures to protect the operator that are
based on an estimation of exposure in the actual conditions of use (taking
account of all parts of the operating cycle such as the times when the tool is
switched off and when it is running idle in addition to the trigger time).
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Vibration
The vibration total value (tri-axial vector sum) determined according to
EN62841-2-1: Vibration emission (ah,D) : 2.5 m/s2 or less Uncertainty (K) :
1.5 m/s2 NOTE: The declared vibration total value(s) has been measured in
accordance with a standard test method and may be used for comparing one tool
with another. NOTE: The declared vibration total value(s) may also be used in
a preliminary assessment of exposure.
WARNING: The vibration emission during actual use of the power tool can differ
from the declared value(s) depending on the ways in which the tool is used
especially what kind of workpiece is processed.
WARNING: Be sure to identify safety measures to protect the operator that are
based on an estimation of exposure in the actual conditions of use (taking
account of all parts of the operating cycle such as the times when the tool is
switched off and when it is running idle in addition to the trigger time).
EC Declaration of Conformity
For European countries only The EC declaration of conformity is included as
Annex A to this instruction manual.
SAFETY WARNINGS
General power tool safety warnings
WARNING: Read all safety warnings, instructions, illustrations and
specifications provided with this power tool. Failure to follow all
instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious
injury.
Save all warnings and instructions for future reference.
The term “power tool” in the warnings refers to your mains-operated (corded)
power tool or battery-operated (cordless) power tool. Work area safety 1. Keep
work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or
dark areas invite accidents. 2. Do not operate power tools in explosive atmo-
spheres, such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases or dust. Power
tools create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes. 3. Keep children and
bystanders away while operating a power tool. Distractions can cause you to
lose control.
Electrical safety
1. Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never modify the plug in any way.
Do not use any adapter plugs with earthed (grounded) power tools. Unmodified
plugs and matching outlets will reduce risk of electric shock.
2. Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces, such as pipes,
radiators, ranges and refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric
shock if your body is earthed or grounded.
3. Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. Water entering a
power tool will increase the risk of electric shock.
4. Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for carrying, pulling or
unplugging the power tool. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or
moving parts. Damaged or entangled cords increase the risk of electric shock.
5. When operating a power tool outdoors, use an extension cord suitable for
outdoor use. Use of a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of
electric shock.
6. If operating a power tool in a damp location is unavoidable, use a
residual current device (RCD) protected supply. Use of an RCD reduces the risk
of electric shock.
7. Power tools can produce electromagnetic fields (EMF) that are not harmful
to the user. However, users of pacemakers and other similar medical devices
should contact the maker of their device and/ or doctor for advice before
operating this power tool.
Personal safety
1. Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a
power tool. Do not use a power tool while you are tired or under the influence
of drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment of inattention while operating power
tools may result in serious personal injury.
2. Use personal protective equipment. Always wear eye protection. Protective
equipment such as a dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat or hearing
protection used for appropriate conditions will reduce personal injuries.
3. Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is in the off-position
before connecting to power source and/or battery pack, picking up or carrying
the tool. Carrying power tools with your finger on the switch or energising
power tools that have the switch on invites accidents.
4. Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning the power tool on. A
wrench or a key left attached to a rotating part of the power tool may result
in personal injury.
5. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. This
enables better control of the power tool in unexpected situations.
6. Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery. Keep your hair
and clothing away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewellery or long hair can
be caught in moving parts.
7. If devices are provided for the connection of dust extraction and
collection facilities, ensure these are connected and properly used. Use of
dust collection can reduce dust-related hazards.
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8. Do not let familiarity gained from frequent use of tools allow you to
become complacent and ignore tool safety principles. A careless action can
cause severe injury within a fraction of a second.
9. Always wear protective goggles to protect your eyes from injury when using
power tools. The goggles must comply with ANSI Z87.1 in the USA, EN 166 in
Europe, or AS/NZS 1336 in Australia/New Zealand. In Australia/New Zealand, it
is legally required to wear a face shield to protect your face, too.
It is an employer’s responsibility to enforce the use of appropriate safety
protective equipments by the tool operators and by other persons in the
immediate working area.
8. Keep handles and grasping surfaces dry, clean and free from oil and
grease. Slippery handles and grasping surfaces do not allow for safe handling
and control of the tool in unexpected situations.
9. When using the tool, do not wear cloth work gloves which may be entangled.
The entanglement of cloth work gloves in the moving parts may result in
personal injury.
Battery tool use and care
1. Recharge only with the charger specified by the manufacturer. A charger
that is suitable for one type of battery pack may create a risk of fire when
used with another battery pack.
2. Use power tools only with specifically designated battery packs. Use of
any other battery packs may create a risk of injury and fire.
3. When battery pack is not in use, keep it away from other metal objects,
like paper clips, coins, keys, nails, screws or other small metal objects,
that can make a connection from one terminal to another. Shorting the battery
terminals together may cause burns or a fire.
4. Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected from the battery; avoid
contact. If contact accidentally occurs, flush with water. If liquid contacts
eyes, additionally seek medical help. Liquid ejected from the battery may
cause irritation or burns.
Power tool use and care
1. Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power tool for your
application. The correct power tool will do the job better and safer at the
rate for which it was designed.
2. Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn it on and off. Any
power tool that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be
repaired.
3. Disconnect the plug from the power source and/or remove the battery pack,
if detachable, from the power tool before making any adjustments, changing
accessories, or storing power tools. Such preventive safety measures reduce
the risk of starting the power tool accidentally.
4. Store idle power tools out of the reach of children and do not allow
persons unfamiliar with the power tool or these instructions to operate the
power tool. Power tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
5. Maintain power tools and accessories. Check for misalignment or binding of
moving parts, breakage of parts and any other condition that may affect the
power tool’s operation. If damaged, have the power tool repaired before use.
Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained power tools.
6. Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained cutting tools with
sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control.
7. Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc. in accordance with
these instructions, taking into account the working conditions and the work to
be performed. Use of the power tool for operations different from those
intended could result in a hazardous situation.
5. Do not use a battery pack or tool that is damaged or modified. Damaged or
modified batteries may exhibit unpredictable behaviour resulting in fire,
explosion or risk of injury.
6. Do not expose a battery pack or tool to fire or excessive temperature.
Exposure to fire or temperature above 130 °C may cause explosion.
7. Follow all charging instructions and do not charge the battery pack or
tool outside the temperature range specified in the instructions. Charging
improperly or at temperatures outside the specified range may damage the
battery and increase the risk of fire.
Service
1. Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair person using only
identical replacement parts. This will ensure that the safety of the power
tool is maintained.
2. Never service damaged battery packs. Service of battery packs should only
be performed by the manufacturer or authorized service providers.
3. Follow instruction for lubricating and changing accessories.
Cordless Earth Auger safety warnings
1. Hold the tool with both hands at the intended handles. Loss of control can
cause personal injury.
2. Brace the tool properly before use. This tool produces a high output
torque and without properly bracing the tool during operation, loss of control
may occur resulting in personal injury.
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3. Hold the power tool by insulated gripping surfaces, when performing an
operation where the digging accessory may contact hidden wiring. Digging
accessory contacting a “live” wire may make exposed metal parts of the power
tool “live” and could give the operator an electric shock.
4. Never operate at higher speed than the maximum speed rating of the earth
augering bit. At higher speeds, the bit is likely to bend if allowed to rotate
freely without contacting the workpiece, resulting in personal injury.
5. Always start earth augering at low speed and with the earth augering tip
in contact with the ground. At higher speeds, the bit is likely to bend if
allowed to rotate freely without contacting the ground, resulting in personal
injury.
6. Apply pressure only in direct line with the bit and do not apply excessive
pressure. Bits can bend causing breakage or loss of control, resulting in
personal injury.
7. The outside diameter of the auger bit must be within the drilling capacity
specified in this instruction manual. Incorrectly sized auger bit cannot be
adequately controlled.
8. Always be sure you have a firm footing. Be sure no one is below when using
the tool in high locations.
9. Hold the tool firmly. 10. Keep hands away from rotating parts.
11. Do not leave the tool running. Operate the tool only when hand-held.
12. Do not touch the auger bit immediately after operation; it may be
extremely hot and could burn your skin.
13. Some material contains chemicals which may be toxic. Take caution to
prevent dust inhalation and skin contact. Follow material supplier safety
data.
14. If the auger bit cannot be loosened even you remove the auger pin, use
pliers to pull it out. In such a case, pulling out the auger bit by hand may
result in injury by its sharp edge.
15. If something wrong with the tool such as abnormal sounds, stop operating
immediately and ask your local Makita Service Center for repair.
16. Before operation, make sure that there is no buried object such as
electric pipe, water pipe or gas pipe in the ground. Otherwise, the tool may
touch them, resulting an electric shock, electrical leakage or gas leak.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
WARNING: DO NOT let comfort or familiarity with product (gained from repeated
use) replace strict adherence to safety rules for the subject product. MISUSE
or failure to follow the safety rules stated in this instruction manual may
cause serious personal injury.
Important safety instructions for battery cartridge
1. Before using battery cartridge, read all instructions and cautionary
markings on (1) battery charger, (2) battery, and (3) product using battery.
2. Do not disassemble or tamper the battery cartridge. It may result in a
fire, excessive heat, or explosion.
3. If operating time has become excessively shorter, stop operating
immediately. It may result in a risk of overheating, possible burns and even
an explosion.
4. If electrolyte gets into your eyes, rinse them out with clear water and
seek medical attention right away. It may result in loss of your eyesight.
5. Do not short the battery cartridge:
(1) Do not touch the terminals with any conductive material.
(2) Avoid storing battery cartridge in a container with other metal objects
such as nails, coins, etc.
(3) Do not expose battery cartridge to water or rain.
A battery short can cause a large current flow, overheating, possible burns
and even a breakdown.
6. Do not store and use 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. Do not nail, cut, crush, throw, drop the battery cartridge, or hit against
a hard object to the battery cartridge. Such conduct may result in a fire,
excessive heat, or explosion.
9. Do not use a damaged battery. 10. The contained lithium-ion batteries are
subject
to the Dangerous Goods Legislation requirements. For commercial transports
e.g. by third parties, forwarding agents, special requirement on packaging and
labeling must be observed. For preparation of the item being shipped,
consulting an expert for hazardous material is required. Please also observe
possibly more detailed national regulations. Tape or mask off open contacts
and pack up the battery in such a manner that it cannot move around in the
packaging.
11. When disposing the battery cartridge, remove it from the tool and dispose
of it in a safe place. Follow your local regulations relating to disposal of
battery.
12. Use the batteries only with the products specified by Makita. Installing
the batteries to non-compliant products may result in a fire, excessive heat,
explosion, or leak of electrolyte.
13. If the tool is not used for a long period of time, the battery must be
removed from the tool.
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14. During and after use, the battery cartridge may take on heat which can
cause burns or low temperature burns. Pay attention to the handling of hot
battery cartridges.
15. Do not touch the terminal of the tool immediately after use as it may get
hot enough to cause burns.
16. Do not allow chips, dust, or soil stuck into the terminals, holes, and
grooves of the battery cartridge. It may result in poor performance or
breakdown of the tool or battery cartridge.
17. Unless the tool supports the use near high-voltage electrical power
lines, do not use the battery cartridge near high-voltage electrical power
lines. It may result in a malfunction or breakdown of the tool or battery
cartridge.
18. Keep the battery away from children.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
CAUTION: Only use genuine Makita batteries. Use of non-genuine Makita
batteries, or batteries that have been altered, may result in the battery
bursting causing fires, personal injury and damage. It will also void the
Makita warranty for the Makita tool and charger.
Tips for maintaining maximum battery life
1. Charge the battery cartridge before completely discharged. Always stop
tool operation and charge the battery 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 temperature at 10 °C – 40 °C (50 °F
– 104 °F). Let a hot battery cartridge cool down before charging it.
4. When not using the battery cartridge, remove it from the tool or the
charger.
5. Charge the battery cartridge if you do not use it for a long period (more
than six months).
INITIAL SETTING
CAUTION: Always be sure that the tool is switched off and the battery
cartridge is removed before carrying out any work on the tool.
PARTS DESCRIPTION
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
A
BC
H
AB C
1 Main tool 3 Side handle 5 Bit adapter 7 Bolt
2 Front handle 4 Reaction receiver 6 Chuck key 8 Wrench
Specifications of the bolt / wrench
–
Nominal diameter
of the bolt
A
M 12
B
M 8
C
M 6
Wrench size (H)
10 mm 6 mm 5 mm
NOTE: The type of the bit adapter varies depending on the country.
Setting up the tool
CAUTION: Always be sure that the side handle and the reaction receiver are
installed securely before operation.
NOTICE: Do not over tighten the bolts. It may damage the tool.
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Installing the side handle
Remove the bolts shown in the figure from the tool. The removed bolt is not
needed for this tool if you want to use this tool as a cordless earth auger.
Keep the bolts so that they are not lost.
Installing the reaction receiver
Place the reaction receiver so that the bar of the reaction receiver comes to
the left side of the operator. Adjust the position of the reaction receiver so
that the axis of the drill chuck is in the center of the operator’s body.
Fasten the bolts firmly.
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1
2
1. Bolt
Place the side handle on the tool. Tighten the all four bolts temporarily, and then securely tighten the bolts using the wrench.
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3 1. Side handle 2. Bolt A 3. Bolt B
2 1 1. Bar of the reaction receiver 2. Bolt C
FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION
CAUTION: Always be sure that the tool is switched off and the battery
cartridge is removed before adjusting or checking function on the tool.
Indicating the remaining battery capacity
Only for battery cartridges with the indicator
2 1
2
1. Indicator lamps 2. Check button Press the check button on the battery
cartridge to indicate the remaining battery capacity. The indicator lamps
light up for a few seconds.
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Indicator lamps
Remaining capacity
Lighted
Off
Blinking
75% to 100%
50% to 75%
25% to 50%
0% to 25%
Charge the battery.
The battery may have malfunctioned.
Main power switch
WARNING: Always turn off the main power switch when not in use. To stand by
the tool, press the main power button until the main power lamp lights up. To
turn off, press the main power button again.
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NOTE: Depending on the conditions of use and the ambient temperature, the
indication may differ slightly from the actual capacity. NOTE: The first (far
left) indicator lamp will blink when the battery protection system works.
Tool / battery protection system
The tool is equipped with a tool/battery protection system. This system
automatically cuts off power to the motor to extend tool and battery life. The
tool will automatically stop during operation if the tool or battery is placed
under one of the following conditions:
Overload protection
When the tool/battery is operated in a manner that causes it to draw an
abnormally high current, the tool stops automatically. In this situation, turn
the tool off and stop the application that caused the tool to become
overloaded. Then turn the tool on to restart.
Overheat protection
When the tool/battery is overheated, the tool stops automatically. In this
situation, let the tool/battery cool before turning the tool on again.
Overdischarge protection
When the battery capacity is not enough, the tool stops automatically. In this
case, remove the battery from the tool and charge the battery.
1. Main power button NOTE: This tool employs the auto power-off function. To
avoid unintentional start up, the main power switch will automatically shut
down when the switch trigger is not pulled for a certain period after the main
power switch is turned on.
Switch action
CAUTION: Before installing the battery cartridge into the tool, always check
to see that the switch trigger actuates properly and returns to the “OFF”
position when released.
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1. Switch trigger To start the tool, pull the switch trigger with the main
power switch on. Tool speed is increased by increasing pressure on the switch
trigger. Release the switch trigger to stop. NOTE: The tool automatically
stops if you keep pulling the switch trigger for about 6 minutes.
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Lighting up the front lamp
CAUTION: Do not look in the light or see the source of light directly.
Automatic speed change function
This tool has “high speed mode” and “high torque mode”. The tool automatically
changes the operation mode depending on the work load. When the work load is
low, the tool will run in the “high speed mode” for quicker operation. When
the work load is high, the tool will run in the “high torque mode” for
powerful operation.
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1. Lamp
Pull the switch trigger to light up the lamp. The lamp keeps on lighting while
the switch trigger is being pulled. The lamp goes out approximately 10 seconds
after releasing the switch trigger. NOTE: When the tool is overheated, the
tool stops automatically and the lamp starts flashing. In this case, release
the switch trigger. The lamp turns off in 5 minute. NOTE: Use a dry cloth to
wipe the dirt off the lens of the lamp. Be careful not to scratch the lens of
lamp, or it may lower the illumination.
Reversing switch action
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1. Mode indicator
The mode indicator lights up in green when the tool is running in “high torque mode”. If the tool is operated with excessive load, the mode indicator will blink in green. The mode indicator stops blinking and then lights up or turns off if you reduce the load on the tool.
Mode indicator status
On
Off
Blinking
Operation mode
High speed mode
High torque mode
A
Overload alert
B
Speed change
1. Reversing switch lever
CAUTION: Always check the direction of rotation before operation.
CAUTION: 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.
CAUTION: When not operating the tool, always set the reversing switch lever to
the neutral position.
This tool has a reversing switch to change the direction of rotation. Depress
the reversing switch lever from the A side for clockwise rotation or from the
B side for counterclockwise rotation. When the reversing switch lever is in
the neutral position, the switch lever cannot be pulled.
NOTICE: Use the tool at low speed (position 1). Otherwise the digging
operation may not be able to complete due to insufficient torque.
NOTICE: Use the speed change knob only after the tool comes to a complete
stop. Changing the tool speed before the tool stops may damage the tool.
NOTICE: Always set the speed change knob carefully into the correct position.
If you operate the tool with the speed change knob positioned halfway between
the position 1 and the position 2, the tool may be damaged.
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Two speed ranges can be preselected with the speed change knob. To change the speed, depress the lock button and turn the speed change knob so that the pointer points to the position 1 for low speed or the position 2 for high speed.
ASSEMBLY
Installing or removing battery cartridge
3 2 1 1. Lock button 2. Pointer 3. Speed change knob
CAUTION: Always switch off the tool before installing or removing of the
battery cartridge.
CAUTION: Hold the tool and the battery cartridge firmly when installing or
removing battery cartridge. Failure to hold the tool and the battery cartridge
firmly may cause them to slip off your hands and result in damage to the tool
and battery cartridge and a personal injury.
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Torque limiter
The torque limiter will actuate when a certain torque level is reached at the
low speed setting (position 1). The motor will disengage from the output
shaft. When this happens, the drill bit will stop turning.
Strap hole
WARNING: Do not use the strap hole for any other purpose than hanging the tool
or than anti-theft of the tool. Otherwise personal injury may occur.
1
3
1. Red indicator 2. Button 3. Battery cartridge
To remove the battery cartridge, slide it from the tool while sliding the
button on the front of the cartridge. To install the battery cartridge, align
the tongue on the battery cartridge with the groove in the housing and slip it
into place. Insert it all the way until it locks in place with a little click.
If you can see the red indicator on the upper side of the button, it is not
locked completely.
CAUTION: Always install the battery cartridge fully until the red indicator
cannot be seen. If not, it may accidentally fall out of the tool, causing
injury to you or someone around you.
CAUTION: Do not install the battery cartridge forcibly. If the cartridge does
not slide in easily, it is not being inserted correctly.
1. Strap hole
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Mounting the auger bit
CAUTION: Always be sure that the tool is switched off and the battery
cartridge is removed before carrying out any work on the tool.
CAUTION: When installing the bit adapter to the chuck, make sure that the bit
adapter is fully inserted.
CAUTION: When attaching the auger bit to the bit adapter, make sure that the
auger pin is locked and inspect the auger pin for any damages.
CAUTION: When carrying the tool, remove the auger bit from the tool.
Installing or removing the bit adapter
To mount the auger bit, install the bit adapter in advance. To install the bit
adapter, place the bit adapter in the chuck as far as it will go. Tighten the
chuck by rotating the sleeve by hand. Place the chuck key in the chuck hole
and tighten clockwise. Be sure to tighten all three chuck holes evenly. To
remove the bit adapter, turn the chuck key counterclockwise in just one hole,
then loosen the chuck by hand.
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Mounting the auger bit on the bit adapter
NOTE: The shape and mechanism of the auger bit and the auger pin may vary
depending on your auger bit. Align the hole on the bit adapter with the hole
on the auger bit. Put the auger bit onto the bit adapter.
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1. Auger bit 2. Bit adapter Fix the auger bit with the auger pin and the
safety lock.
1
3 2
1
1. Chuck key 2. Chuck 3. Sleeve
After use, return the chuck key to the storage cavity on the tool as
illustrated.
1. Auger pin 2. Safety lock
OPERATION
CAUTION: This is a powerful tool whitch generates high torque. It is important
that the tool is securely held and properly braced.
CAUTION: Before operating, check that there is no foreign matter (sand, dirt,
etc.) stuck in the openings or moving parts.
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Work posture
Maintaining proper operating position is one of the most important and
effective procedures for controlling kickback. Keep proper positioning by
practicing the following points.
· Position the tool so that the bar of the reaction receiver always contacts
on the left side of your waist.
· Grasp the handle and the side handle with both hands. Wrap your fingers
around the gripping areas, keeping the gripping areas cradled between your
thumbs and forefingers.
· Keep your back as vertical as possible by bending the legs as required
during the digging process.
· Stay alert to the torque reaction force of the tool. Always keep the
operating position that you can withstand the torque reaction force.
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3
2
1
1. Handle 2. Side handle 3. Bar of the reaction receiver
WARNING: Avoid improper positioning. Do not stand too far from the tool.
Proper reaction and control may not be achieved in the event of kickback.
Digging operation
CAUTION: Hold the tool firmly when operating the tool.
CAUTION: When leaving the tool, such as during a break, do not leave the tool
stabbed in the ground or lean it against a wall. Store the tool in a stable
condition.
NOTICE: When the rotation speed comes down extremely, reduce the load or stop
the tool to avoid the tool damage.
NOTICE: Pressing excessively on the tool will not speed up the digging. In
fact, this excessive pressure will only serve to damage the tip of the auger
bit, decrease the tool performance and shorten the service life of the tool.
NOTICE: Avoid digging in material that you suspect contains hidden nails or
other things that may cause the auger bit to bind or break.
NOTICE: If the tool is operated continuously until the battery cartridge has
depleted, allow the tool to rest for 15 minutes before proceeding with a fresh
battery.
· When digging a deep hole or digging in clay soil, do not try to dig at once.
Dig the hole by lifting up and down the tool so that the soil in the hole can
be discharged.
· If the rotation speed of the tool slows down due to high load operation,
lift the tool up little, and move the tool up and down to dig in small steps.
When rotating the auger bit in reverse
A stuck auger bit can be removed simply by setting the reversing switch to
reverse rotation in order to back out. When reversing, brace the tool by your
body to prevent a clockwise reaction.
CAUTION: Hold the tool firmly. The tool may back out abruptly and cause an
injury.
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MAINTENANCE
CAUTION: Always be sure that the tool is switched off and the battery
cartridge is removed before attempting to perform inspection or maintenance.
NOTICE: 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
performed by Makita Authorized or Factory 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. · Auger
bits · Bit adapter · Makita genuine battery and charger NOTE: Some items in
the list may be included in the tool package as standard accessories. They may
differ from country to country.
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Makita Europe N.V. Jan-Baptist Vinkstraat 2, 3070 Kortenberg, Belgium
Makita Corporation 3-11-8, Sumiyoshi-cho, Anjo, Aichi 446-8502 Japan
www.makita.com
885819-222 EN
20200722
References
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