Makita DG001G Betriebsanleitung Seite 10

► Fig.12: 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 as
shown in the figure, 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.
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 clock-
wise. Be sure to tighten all three chuck holes evenly.
To remove the bit adapter, turn the chuck key counter-
clockwise in just one hole, then loosen the chuck by
hand.
► Fig.13: 1. Chuck key 2. Chuck 3. Sleeve
After use, return the chuck key to the key holder on the
tool as illustrated.
► Fig.14: 1. Key holder
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.
► Fig.15: 1. Auger bit 2. Bit adapter
Fix the auger bit with the auger pin and the safety lock.
► Fig.16: 1. Auger pin 2. Safety lock
OPERATION
CAUTION:
This is a powerful tool which gen-
erates 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.
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.
► Fig.17: 1. Handle 2. Side handle 3. Bar of the reac-
tion receiver
WARNING:
not stand too far from the tool. Proper reaction and
control may not be achieved in the event of kickback.
► Fig.18
Digging operation
CAUTION:
Hold the tool firmly when operat-
ing 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.
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