Model | BDF446 | BDF456 | |
Capacities | Steel | 13 mm | 13 mm |
Wood | 38 mm | 38 mm | |
Wood screw | 6 mm x 75 mm | 10 mm x 89 mm | |
Machine screw | M6 | M6 | |
No load speed (min-1) | High (2) | 0 - 1,500 | 0 - 1,500 |
Low (1) | 0 - 400 | 0 - 400 | |
Overall length | 192 mm | 192 mm | |
Net weight | 1.7 kg | 1.5 kg (with battery BL1815/BL1815N) 1.7 kg (with battery BL1830) | |
Rated voltage | D.C. 14.4 V | D.C. 18 V |
Intended use
The tool is intended for drilling and screw driving in wood, metal and plastic.
Noise
The typical A-weighted noise level determined according to EN60745:
Sound pressure level (LpA): 71 dB(A)
Uncertainty (K): 3 dB(A)
The noise level under working may exceed 80 dB (A).
Wear ear protection
Vibration
The vibration total value (tri-axial vector sum) determined according to EN60745:
Work mode: drilling into metal
Vibration emission (ah, D): 2.5 m/s2 or less
Uncertainty (K): 1.5 m/s2
Read all safety warnings and all instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.
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.
A battery short can cause a large current flow, overheating, possible burns and even a breakdown.
Tips for maintaining maximum battery life
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.
Lithium-ion batteries with a star marking are equipped with a protection system. This system automatically cuts off power to the tool to extend battery life.
The tool will automatically stop during operation if the tool and/or battery are placed under one of the following conditions:
To start the tool, simply pull the switch trigger. Tool speed is increased by increasing pressure on the switch trigger. Release the switch trigger to stop.
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 10 -15 seconds after releasing the trigger.
NOTE:
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.
To change the speed, first switch off the tool and then slide the speed change lever to the "2" side for high speed or "1" side for low speed. Be sure that the speed change lever is set to the correct position before operation. Use the right speed for your job.
The fastening torque can be adjusted in 17 steps by turning the adjusting ring so that its graduations are aligned with the pointer on the tool body. The fastening torque is minimum when the number 1 is aligned with the pointer, and maximum when the marking is aligned with the pointer.
The clutch will slip at various torque levels when set at the number 1 to 16. The clutch is designed not to slip at the marking.
Before actual operation, drive a trial screw into your material or a piece of duplicate material to determine which torque level is required for a particular application.
Turn the sleeve counterclockwise to open the chuck jaws. Place the bit in the chuck as far as it will go. Turn the sleeve clockwise to tighten the chuck.
To remove the bit, turn the sleeve counterclockwise.
The hook is convenient for temporarily hanging the tool. This can be installed on either side of the tool.
To install the hook, insert it into a groove in the tool housing on either side and then secure it with a screw. To remove, loosen the screw and then take it out.
Fit the bit holder into the protrusion at the tool foot on either right or left side and secure it with a screw.
When not using the driver bit, keep it in the bit holders. Bits 45 mm long can be kept there.
Hold the tool firmly with one hand on the grip and the other hand on the bottom of the battery cartridge to control the twisting action.
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 switch trigger as soon as the clutch cuts in.
NOTE:
Nominal diameter of wood screw (mm) | Recommended size of pilot hole (mm) |
3.1 | 2.0 - 2.2 |
3.5 | 2.2 - 2.5 |
3.8 | 2.5 - 2.8 |
4.5 | 2.9 - 3.2 |
4.8 | 3.1 - 3.4 |
5.1 | 3.3 - 3.6 |
5.5 | 3.7 - 3.9 |
5.8 | 4.0 - 4.2 |
6.1 | 4.2 - 4.4 |
First, turn the adjusting ring so that the pointer points to the marking. Then proceed as follows.
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.
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 two screws then remove the rear cover.
Raise the arm part of the spring and then place it in the recessed part of the housing with a slotted bit screwdriver of slender shaft or the like.
Use pliers to remove the carbon brush caps of the carbon brushes. Take out the worn carbon brushes, insert the new ones and replace the carbon brush caps in reverse.
Make sure that the carbon brush caps have fit into the holes in brush holders securely.
Reinstall the rear cover and tighten two screws securely. To maintain product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs, any other maintenance or adjustment should be performed by Makita Authorized Service Centers, always using Makita replacement parts.
If you need any assistance for more details regarding these accessories, ask your local Makita Service Center.
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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