Makita 6980FD User Manual

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Reversing switch action
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1
A
B
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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 trigger cannot be pulled.
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.
• When not operating the tool, always set the
reversing switch lever to the neutral position.
ASSEMBLY
CAUTION:
• Always be sure that the tool is switched off and the
battery cartridge is removed before carrying out
any work on the tool.
Installing or removing driver bit or socket bit
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Use only the driver bit or socket bit shown in the figure.
Do not use any other driver bit or socket bit.
For European and North & South American
countries, Australia and New Zealand
A=12mm
B=9mm
Use only these type of bit. Follow the
procedure (1).
(Note) Bit-piece is not necessary.
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For other countries
To install these types of bits, follow
the procedure (1).
(Note) Makita bits are these types.
To install these types of bits, follow
the procedure (2).
(Note) Bit-piece is necessary for
installing the bit.
A=17mm
B=14mm
A=12mm
B=9mm
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1. To install the bit, pull the sleeve in the direction of
the arrow and insert the bit into the sleeve as far
as it will go. Then release the sleeve to secure the
bit.
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2. To install the bit, pull the sleeve in the direction of
the arrow and insert the bit-piece and bit into the
sleeve as far as it will go. The bit-piece should be
inserted into the sleeve with its pointed end facing
in. Then release the sleeve to secure the bit.
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To remove the bit, pull the sleeve in the direction of the
arrow and pull the bit out firmly.
1. Bit
2. Bit-piece
3. Sleeve
1. Bit
2. Sleeve
1. Reversing
switch lever

Makita 6980FD Specifications

General

Soft grip	Yes
Product design	Pistol grip drill
Product color	Black, Green
Maximum torque (imperial)	1100 in⋅lbs
Torque (max)	125 N⋅m
Power source	Battery
Battery voltage	12 V

Weight and Dimensions

Depth	163 mm
Width	94 mm
Height	235 mm
Weight	1600 g