Makita 8401 User Manual
2-Speed
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Hammer
13
mm
(112”)
Variable Speed I Reversing
Drill
MODEL
8401
SPEC
IF
I
CAT
I 0 N
S
Speed
High
Low
*
Manufacturer reserves the right to change specifications without notice.
*
Note: Specifications may differ from country to country.
Steel Wood Concrete
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13
(,/2”)
Capacities
:&::
mm
30
,l-l/8r,) (1/2“]
mm
13
mm
No
load speed
(RPMI
0 - 2,800
0
~ 1,100
Blows Overall
per minute
0
~ 30,800
0
~ 12,100
length
310
mm
(1 2-7/32”)
DOUBLE
INS
U
L
AT
ION
Net
weight
2.2
(4.5
kg
Ibsl
IMPORTANT
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
(For
All
Tools)
WARNING:
WHEN USING ELECTRIC TOOLS, BASIC SAFETY
PRECAUTIONS SHOULD ALWAYS BE FOLLOWED TO REDUCE
THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, AND PERSONAL
INJURY, INCLUDING THE FOLLOWING:
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS.
1.
KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas and benches invite injuries.
2.
CONSIDER WORK AREA ENVIRONMENT. Don't use power tools
or
wet locations. Keep work area well
Don't use tool
3.
KEEP CHILDREN AWAY. All visitors should be kept away from work area.
Don't let visitors contact tool or extension cord.
4.
STORE IDLE TOOLS. When not
or locked-up place
5.
DON'T FORCE TOOL.
it
was intended.
6.
USE RIGHT TOOL. Don't force small tool or attachment to do the job of a
heavy-duty tool. Don't use tool for purpose not intended; for example, don't
use circular saw for cutting tree limbs or logs.
DRESS PROPERLY. Don't wear loose clothing or jewelry. They can be caught
7.
in
moving parts. Rubber gloves and non-skid footwear are recommended
when working outdoors. Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair.
8.
USE SAFETY GLASSES. Also use face or dust mask if cutting operation is
dusty.
9.
DON'T ABUSE CORD. Never carry tool by cord or yank
receptacle. Keep cord from heat, oil, and sharp edges.
SECURE WORK. Use clamps or a vise to hold work. It's safer than using
IO.
your hand and
11.
DON'T OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and balance at
MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep tools sharp and clean for better and
12.
safer performance. Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories. Inspect tool cords periodically and if damaged, have repaired by authorized service facility. Inspect extension cords periodically and replace if
damaged. Keep handles dry, clean, and free from oil and grease.
DISCONNECT TOOLS. When not
13.
ing accessories, such as blades, bits, cutters.
in
presence of flammable liquids or gases.
in
-
out of reach of children.
It
will
do the job better and safer at the rate for which
it
frees both hands to operate tool.
lit.
Don't expose power tools to rain.
use, tools should be stored
in
use, before servicing, and when chang-
in
it
to disconnect from
all
in
damp
dry, and high
times.
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14.
REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES. Form habit of checking to
see that keys and adjusting wrenches are removed from tool before turning
it
on.
15.
AVOID UNINTENTIONAL STARTING. Don't carry tool with finger on switch.
Be sure switch is OFF when plugging
16.
EXTENSION CORDS. Make sure your extension cord is
in.
in
good condition.
When using an extension cord, be sure to use one heavy enough to carry
the current your product will draw. An undersized cord
in
line voltage resulting
in
loss
of power and overheating. Table 1 shows the
will
cause a drop
correct size to use depending on cord length and nameplate ampere rating.
If
in
doubt, use the next heavier gage. The smaller the gage number, the
heavier the cord.
TABLE
1
Ampere Rating
More Not More
Than Than
0-
6
10
12
6
-
10
-
12
-
16
MINIMUM
0-25
18 16
18 16
16
14 12 Not Recommended
GAGE
FOR
~~ ~ ~
Total Length
I
26 - 50 I 51 - 100 I 101 - 150
CORD
of
AWG
16 14 12
SETS
Cord in Feet
;:
I
14
12
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VOLTAGE WARNING: Before connecting the tool to a power source (receptacle,
outlet, etc.) be sure the voltage supplied is the same as that specified on
nameplate of the tool. A power source with voltage greater than that specified
-
for the tool can result in SERIOUS INJURY to the user
If
the tool.
voltage less than the nameplate rating is harmful to the motor.
in doubt,
DO
NOT PLUG
IN
THE TOOL. Using a power source with
as well as damage to
the
ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES
1.
Wear a hard hat (safety helmet), safety glasses and/or face shield.
highly recommended that you wear a dust mask, ear protectors and thickly
padded gloves.
2.
Under normal operation, the tool is designed to produce vibration. The screws
can come loose easily, causing a breakdown or accident. Check tightness of
screws carefully before operation.
3.
Always be sure you have a firm footing.
Be sure no one is below when using the tool in high locations.
4.
Hold the tool firmly with both hands. Always use the side grip.
5.
Keep hands away from rotating parts.
6.
Do
not leave the tool running. Operate the tool only when hand-held.
7.
When drilling into walls, floors or wherever "live" electrical wires may be
encountered,
Hold the tool by the insulated grasping surfaces to prevent electric shock if
you drill into a "live" wire.
8.
Do
not touch the bit or the workpiece immediately after operation; they may
be extremely hot and could burn your skin.
DO
NOT TOUCH ANY METAL PARTS
OF
THE TOOL!
It
is also
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
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