Cordless Drill

MODEL 6043D

I N S T R U C T I O N M A N U A L

WARNING:

For your personal safety, READ and UNDERSTAND before using.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

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SPECIFICATIONS

???Manufacturer reserves the right to change specifications without notice.

???Specifications may differ from country to country.

(FOR All BATTERY OPERATED 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.

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Work Area

1.Keep your work area clean and well lit.

Cluttered benches and dark areas invite acci- dents.

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. Distrac- tions can cause you to lose control.

Electrical Safety

4.A battery operated tool with integral bat- teries or a separate battery pack must be

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recharged only with the specified charger

for the battery. A charger that may be suit- able for one type of battery may create a risk of fire when used with another battery.

5.Use battery operated tool only with specif- ically designated battery pack. Use of any other batteries may create a risk of fire.

Personal Safety

6.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.

7.Dress properly. Do not wear loose cloth- ing 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.

8.Avoid accidental starting. Be sure switch is in the locked or off position before inserting battery pack. Carrying tools with your finger on the switch or inserting the bat- tery pack into a tool with the switch on invites accidents.

9.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.

10.Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. Proper footing and balance enable better control of the tool in unexpected situations.

11.Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protection. Dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection must be used for appropriate conditions.

Tool Use and Care

12.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.

13.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.

14.Do not use tool if switch does not turn it on or off. A tool that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.

15.Disconnect battery pack from tool or place the switch in the locked or off posi- tion before making any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing the tool.

Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the tool accidentally.

16.Store idle tools out of reach of children and other untrained persons. Tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.

17.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 con- nection from one terminal to another.

Shorting the battery terminals together may cause sparks, burns, or a fire.

18.Maintain tools with care. Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained tools with sharp cutting edge are less likely to bind and are easier to control.

19.Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, and any other condition that may affect the tool???s operation. If damaged, have the tool ser- viced before using. Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained tools.

20.Use only accessories that are recom- mended by the manufacturer for your model. Accessories that may be suitable for one tool may create a risk of injury when used on another tool.

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SERVICE

21.Tool service must be performed only by qualified repair personnel. Service or main- tenance performed by unqualified personnel may result in a risk of injury.

22.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 shock or injury.

DO NOT let comfort or familiarity with product (gained from repeated use) replace strict adherence to cordless drill 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.

Contact with a ???live??? wire will also make exposed metal parts of the tool ???live??? and shock the operator.

2.Be aware that this tool is always in an operating condition, because it does not have to be plugged into an electrical out- let.

3.Always be sure you have a firm footing.

4.Be sure no one is below when using the tool in high locations.

5.Hold the tool firmly.

6.Keep hands away from rotating parts.

7.Do not leave the tool running. Operate the tool only when hand-held.

8.Do not touch the drill bit or the workpiece immediately after operation; they may be extremely hot and could burn your skin.

9.Some material contains chemicals which may be toxic. Take caution to prevent working dust inhalation and skin contact. Follow material supplier safety data.

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WARNING:

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

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR

1.SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS- This man- ual contains important safety and operat- ing instructions for battery charger.

2.Before using battery charger, read all instructions and cautionary markings on

(1)battery charger, (2) battery, and (3) product using battery.

3.CAUTION - To reduce risk of injury, charge only MAKITA rechargeable batteries. Other types of batteries may burst caus- ing personal injury and damage.

4.Do not expose charger to rain or snow.

5.Use of an attachment not recommended or sold by the battery charger manufac- turer may result in a risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons.

6.To reduce risk of damage to electric plug and cord, pull by plug rather than cord when disconnecting charger.

7.Make sure cord is located so that it will not be stepped on, tripped over, or other- wise subjected to damage or stress.

8.Do not operate charger with damaged cord or plug - replace them immediately.

9.Do not operate charger if it has received a sharp blow, been dropped, or otherwise

damaged in any way; take it to a qualified serviceman.

10.Do not disassemble charger or battery cartridge; take it to a qualified serviceman when service or repair is required. Incor- rect reassembly may result in a risk of electric shock or fire.

11.To reduce risk of electric shock, unplug charger from outlet before attempting any maintenance or cleaning. Turning off con- trols will not reduce this risk.

12.The battery charger is not intended for use by young children or infirm persons without supervision.

13.Young children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the bat- tery charger.

14.If operating time has become excessively shorter, stop operating immediately. It may result in a risk of overheating, possi- ble burns and even an explosion.

15.If electrolyte gets into your eyes, rinse them out with clear water and seek medi- cal attention right away. It may result in loss of your eyesight.

ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES FOR CHARGER &

TOOL

1.The charger and the tool are specifically designed to work together. Do not attempt to charge any other cordless tool with this

charger. Do not attempt to charge the tool with any other charger.

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4.Do not store the tool in locations where the temperature may reach or exceed 50??C (122??F).

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FUNCTIONAL

DESCRIPTION

CAUTION:

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

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1. Charging plug

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Connect the charging plug to the charging connector, then plug in the charger to the power receptacle. Charging takes 3 hours.

CAUTION:

???The battery in your new tool is not fully charged. You will need to charge it before use.

???Do not operate the tool during charging.

???Overcharging more than 2 days considerably shortens the battery service life.

Always unplug the charger after completing the charge.

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1. Switch trigger

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1. Reversing switch

Switch action

To start the tool, simply pull the switch trigger. Release the switch trigger to stop.

Reversing switch action

This tool has a reversing switch to change the direction of rotation. Slide the reversing switch to the right (appear ???F??? marking) for clockwise rotation or to the left (appear ???R??? marking) 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.

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ASSEMBLY

CAUTION:

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

1.Tighten

2.Sleeve

3.Ring

OPERATION

Screwdriving operation

Place the point of the driver bit in the screw head and apply pressure to the tool. Start the tool slowly and then increase the speed gradually. Release the trigger just as the screw bottoms out. If the trigger is not released, the screw may strip out the hole or the screw and/or bit may be damaged.

NOTE:

???Make sure that the driver bit is inserted straight in the screw head, or the screw and/or bit may be damaged.

???When driving wood screws, predrill pilot holes to make driving easier and to prevent splitting of the workpiece. See the chart.

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002138 Drilling operation

Drilling in wood

When drilling in wood, the best results are obtained with wood drills equipped with a guide screw. The guide screw makes drilling easier by pulling the bit into the workpiece.

Drilling in metal

To prevent the bit from slipping when starting a hole, make an indentation with a center-punch and hammer at the point to be drilled. Place the point of the bit in the indentation and start drilling.

Use a cutting lubricant when drilling metals. The exceptions are iron and brass which should be drilled dry.

CAUTION:

???Pressing excessively on the tool will not speed up the drilling. In fact, this excessive pressure will only serve to damage the tip of your bit, decrease the tool performance and shorten the service life of the tool.

???There is a tremendous force exerted on the tool/bit at the time of hole break through. Hold the tool firmly and exert care when the bit begins to break through the workpiece.

???A stuck bit can be removed simply by setting the reversing switch to reverse rotation in order to back out. However, the tool may back out abruptly if you do not hold it firmly.

MAINTENANCE

???Always secure small workpieces in a vise or similar hold- down device.

CAUTION:

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

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.

DISPOSING OF TOOL

A Ni-Cd battery is built into the handle of the tool. Always remove it before disposing of the tool.

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1. Cover

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1.Battery terminal

2.Lead wire

3.Battery

Ni-Cd

Removing built-in battery

CAUTION:

???Never remove the built-in battery from the tool except when disposing of the tool. The battery will be damaged or a battery short-circuit could result.

To remove the cover, push it in the direction of the arrow while pressing down on the ???OPEN??? portion of the cover.

Withdraw the built-in battery halfway. Disconnect the two lead wires from the battery by pulling them from the battery terminals. Then withdraw the battery completely.

To prevent a battery short-circuit, tape the battery terminals or put the battery into a plastics bag. (Note: Never put two or more batteries into one plastics bag. Battery short-circuit may result.)

CAUTION:

???Never incinerate the battery even if it is severely damaged or is completely worn out. It can explode in a fire or toxic materials can leak out of it.

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Recycling the Battery

The only way to dispose of a Makita battery is to recycle it. The law prohibits any other method of disposal.

To recycle the battery:

1.Remove the battery from the tool.

2.a) Take the battery to your nearest Makita Factory Ser-

vice Center

or

b)Take the battery to your nearest Makita Authorized Service Center or Distributor that has been desig- nated as a Makita battery recycling location.

Call your nearest Makita Service Center or Distributor to determine the location that provides Makita battery recycling. See your local Yellow Pages under ???Tools-Electric???.

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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.

???Drill bits

???Screw bits

???Rubber pad assembly

???Wool bonnet

???Foam polishing pad

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Memo

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Makita U.S.A., Inc.

14930 Northam Street

La Mirada, CA 90638-5753

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First-Class

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Post Office will not deliver without proper postage.

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FACTORY SERVICE CENTERS

1-800-4-MAKITA

RETAIN THIS PORTION FOR YOUR RECORDS

CUSTOMER???S RECORD

When you need service: Send complete tool (prepaid) to one of the Makita Factory Service Centers listed, or to an Authorized Makita Service Center. Be sure to attach a letter to the outside of the carton detailing the problem with your tool.

Date Purchased

Dealer???s Name & Address

Model No.

Serial No.

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WARNING

Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction activities contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some examples of these chemicals are:

???lead from lead-based paints,

???crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products, and

???arsenic and chromium from chemically-treated lumber.

Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on how often you do this type of work. To reduce your exposure to these chemicals: work in a well ventilated area, and work with approved safety equipment, such as those dust masks that are specially designed to filter out microscopic particles.

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 Centers. 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:

???repairs have been made or attempted by others:

???repairs are required because of normal wear and tear:

???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.

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 legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary form state to state. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you. Some states do not allow limitation on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not apply to you.

Makita Canada Inc.

1950 Forbes Street, Whitby, Ontario L1N 7B7

883845B061