Makita BDF454Z User Manual

ENGLISH (Original instructions)

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

Cordless Driver Drill

BDF444
BDF454

WARNING:

For your personal safety, READ and UNDERSTAND before using.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

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SPECIFICATIONS

Model BDF444 BDF454

Capacities

No load speed (min-1)

Overall length 231 mm

Net weight 2.2 kg 2.3 kg

• Due to our continuing programme of research and development, the specifications herein are subject to change without notice.

• Specifications and battery cartridge may differ from country to country.

• Weight, with battery cartridge, according to EPTA-Procedure 01/2003

Rated voltage D.C. 14.4 V D.C. 18 V

Symbols

The following show the symbols used for the equipment.
Be sure that you understand their meaning before use.

Intended use
The tool is intended for drilling and screw driving in wood,
metal and plastic.

For European countries only
Noise

The typical A-weighted noise level determined according
to EN60745:

The noise level under working may exceed 80 dB (A).

Vibration

The vibration total value (tri-axial vector sum)
determined according to EN60745:

･ Read instruction manual.

･ Only for EU countries

Do not dispose of electric equipment
together with household waste material!
In observance of European Directive
2002/96/EC on waste electric and
electronic equipment and its
implementation in accordance with
national law, electric equipment that
have reached the end of their life must
be collected separately and returned to
an environmentally compatible
recycling facility.

Sound pressure level (L
Uncertainty (K) : 3 dB(A)

) : 73 dB(A)

pA

Wear ear protection.

Work mode: drilling into metal
Vibration emission (a
Uncertainty (K) : 1.5 m/s

) : 2.5 m/s2 or less

h,D

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Steel 13 mm 13 mm

Wood 50 mm 65 mm

Wood screw 6 mm x 75 mm 10 mm x 89 mm

Machine screw 6 mm

High (2) 0 - 1,700

Low (1) 0 - 400

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EC Declaration of Conformity

We Makita Corporation as the responsible
manufacturer declare that the following Makita
machine(s):

Designation of Machine: Cordless Driver Drill
Model No./ Type: BDF444,BDF454
are of series production and

Conforms to the following European Directives:

98/37/EC until 28th December 2009 and then with

2006/42/EC from 29th December 2009
And are manufactured in accordance with the following
standards or standardised documents:

EN60745
The technical documentation is kept by our authorised
representative in Europe who is:

Makita International Europe Ltd,

ENE034-1

ENG104-1

ENG202-3

Michigan, Drive, Tongwell,

Milton Keynes, MK15 8JD, England

30th January 2009

000230

Tomoyasu Kato

Makita Corporation

3-11-8, Sumiyoshi-cho,

Anjo, Aichi, JAPAN

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Director

ENH101-12

GEA006-2

General Power Tool Safety
Warnings

WARNING Read all safety warnings and all

instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and

instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or
serious injury.

Save all warnings and
instructions for future reference.

The term "power tool" in the warnings refers to your
mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated
(cordless) power tool.

Work area safety

1. Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or
dark areas invite accidents.

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 children and bystanders away while
operating a power tool. Distractions can cause
you to lose control.

Electrical safety

4. Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never
modify the plug in any way. Do not use any
adapter plugs with earthed (grounded) power
tools. Unmodified plugs and matching outlets will

reduce risk of electric shock.

5. Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded

surfaces such as pipes, radiators, ranges and
refrigerators. There is an increased risk of

electric shock if your body is earthed or grounded.

6. Do not expose power tools to rain or wet
conditions. Water entering a power tool will
increase the risk of electric shock.

7. Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for

carrying, pulling or unplugging the power tool.
Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or
moving parts. Damaged or entangled cords

increase the risk of electric shock.

8. When operating a power tool outdoors, use an
extension cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of
a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of
electric shock.

9. If operating a power tool in a damp location is

unavoidable, use a ground fault circuit
interrupter (GFCI) protected supply. Use of an

GFCI reduces the risk of electric shock.

Personal safety

10. Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use

common sense when operating a power tool.
Do not use a power tool while you are tired or
under the influence of drugs, alcohol or
medication. A moment of inattention while

operating power tools may result in serious
personal injury.

11. Use personal protective equipment. Always
wear eye protection. Protective equipment such
as dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or
hearing protection used for appropriate conditions
will reduce personal injuries.

12. Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the

switch is in the off-position before connecting
to power source and/or battery pack, picking
up or carrying the tool. Carrying power tools

with your finger on the switch or energising power
tools that have the switch on invites accidents.

13. Remove any adjusting key or wrench before
turning the power tool on. A wrench or a key left
attached to a rotating part of the power tool may
result in personal injury.

14. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and
balance at all times. This enables better control
of the power tool in unexpected situations.

15. Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or

jewellery. Keep your hair, clothing, and gloves
away from moving parts. Loose clothes,

jewellery or long hair can be caught in moving
parts.

16. If devices are provided for the connection of

dust extraction and collection facilities,
ensure these are connected and properly used.

Use of dust collection can reduce dust-related
hazards.

Power tool use and care

17. Do not force the power tool. Use the correct
power tool for your application. The correct

power tool will do the job better and safer at the
rate for which it was designed.

18. Do not use the power tool if the switch does
not turn it on and off. Any power tool that cannot
be controlled with the switch is dangerous and
must be repaired.

19.

Disconnect the plug from the power source
and/or the battery pack from the power tool
before making any adjustments, changing
accessories, or storing power tools. Such

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

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20. Store idle power tools out of the reach of

children and do not allow persons unfamiliar
with the power tool or these instructions to
operate the power tool. Power tools are

dangerous in the hands of untrained users.

21. Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment

or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts
and any other condition that may affect the
power tool’s operation. If damaged, have the
power tool repaired before use. Many accidents

are caused by poorly maintained power tools.

22. Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly
maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges
are less likely to bind and are easier to control.

23. Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits

etc. in accordance with these instructions,
taking into account the working conditions
and the work to be performed. Use of the power

tool for operations different from those intended
could result in a hazardous situation.

Battery tool use and care

24. Recharge only with the charger specified by
the manufacturer. A charger that is suitable for

one type of battery pack may create a risk of fire
when used with another battery pack.

25. Use power tools only with specifically
designated battery packs. Use of any other
battery packs may create a risk of injury and fire.

26. 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 connection from one
terminal to another. Shorting the battery

terminals together may cause burns or a fire.

27. Under abusive conditions, liquid may be

ejected from the battery; avoid contact. If
contact accidentally occurs, flush with water. If
liquid contacts eyes, additionally seek medical
help. Liquid ejected from the battery may cause

irritation or burns.

Service

28. Have your power tool serviced by a qualified
repair person using only identical replacement
parts. This will ensure that the safety of the power

tool is maintained.

29. Follow instruction for lubricating and

changing accessories.

30. Keep handles dry, clean and free from oil and
grease.

SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES

DO NOT let comfort or familiarity with product
(gained from repeated use) replace strict adherence
to drill safety rules. If you use this power tool
unsafely or incorrectly, you can suffer serious
personal injury.

1. Use auxiliary handle(s), if supplied with the
tool. Loss of control can cause personal injury.

2. Hold power tool by insulated gripping
surfaces, when performing an operation where
the cutting accessory may contact hidden
wiring or its own cord. Cutting accessory

contacting a "live" wire may make exposed
metal parts of the power tool "live" and could give
the operator an electric shock.

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.

5. Keep hands away from rotating parts.

6. Do not leave the tool running. Operate the tool

only when hand-held.

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

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

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.

WARNING:

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

IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS

FOR BATTERY CARTRIDGE

1. Before using battery cartridge, read all
instructions and cautionary markings on (1)
battery charger, (2) battery, and (3) product
using battery.

2. Do not disassemble battery cartridge.

3. If operating time has become excessively

shorter, stop operating immediately. It may
result in a risk of overheating, possible burns
and even an explosion.

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