Makita HM1306 User Manual

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INSTRUCTION MANUAL

Demolition Hammer

HM1306

WARNING:

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

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SPECIFICATIONS

Model HM1306

Blows per minute 1450 min-1

Overall length 652 mm

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

• Note: Specifications may differ from country to country.

Symbols

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

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Intended use
The tool is intended for heavy chiselling and demolition
work as well as for driving and compacting with
appropriate accessories.

Power supply
The tool should be connected only to a power supply of
the same voltage as indicated on the nameplate, and
can only be operated on single-phase AC supply. This
tool should be grounded while in use to protect the
operator from electric shock. Use only three-wire
extension cords which have three-prong grounding-type
plugs and three-pole receptacles which accept the tool's
plug.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING! When using electric tools, basic safety
precautions, including the following, should always
be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock
and personal injury. Read all these instructions
before operating this product and save these
instructions.

Net weight 15 kg

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For safe operations:

1. Keep work area clean.
Cluttered areas and benches invite injuries.

2. Consider work area environment.
Do not expose power tools to rain. Do not use
power tools in damp or wet locations. Keep work
area well lit. Do not use power tools where there is

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.

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risk to cause fire or explosion.

3. Guard against electric shock.
Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded
surfaces (e.g. pipes, radiators, ranges,
refrigerators).

4. Keep children away.
Do not let visitors touch the tool or extension cord.
All visitors should be kept away from work area.

5. Store idle tools.
When not in use, tools should be stored in a dry,
high or locked up place, out of reach of children.

6. Do not force the tool.
It will do the job better and safer at the rate for
which it was intended.

7. Use the right tool.

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Do not force small tools or attachments to do the
job of a heavy duty tool. Do not use tools for
purposes not intended; for example, do not use
circular saws to cut tree limbs or logs.

8. Dress properly.
Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery, they can
be caught in moving parts. Rubber gloves and
non-skid footwear are recommended when
working outdoors. Wear protecting hair covering
to contain long hair.

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9. Use safety glasses and hearing protection.
Also use face or dust mask if the cutting operation
is dusty.

10. Connect dust extraction equipment.
If devices are provided for the connection of dust
extraction and collection facilities ensure these
are connected and properly used.

11. Do not abuse the cord.
Never carry the tool by the cord or yank it to
disconnect it from the socket. Keep the cord away
from heat, oil and sharp edges.

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12. Secure work.
Use clamps or a vice to hold the work. It is safer
than using your hand and it frees both hands to
operate the tool.

13. Do not overreach.
Keep proper footing and balance at all times.

14. Maintain tools with care.
Keep cutting tools sharp and clean for better and
safer performance. Follow instructions for
lubrication and changing accessories. Inspect tool
cord periodically and if damaged have it repaired
by an authorized service facility. Inspect extension
cords periodically and replace, if damaged. Keep
handles dry, clean and free from oil and grease.

15. Disconnect tools.
When not in use, before servicing and when
changing accessories such as blades, bits and
cutters.

16. Remove adjusting keys and wrenches.
Form the habit of checking to see that keys and
adjusting wrenches are removed from the tool
before turning it on.

17. Avoid unintentional starting.
Do not carry a plugged-in tool with a finger on the
switch. Ensure switch is off when plugging in.

18. Use outdoor extension leads.
When tool is used outdoors, use only extension
cords intended for outdoor use.

19. Stay alert.
Watch what you are doing. Use common sense.
Do not operate tool when you are tired.

20. Check damaged parts.
Before further use of the tool, a guard or other part
that is damaged should be carefully checked to
determine that it will operate properly and perform
its intended function. Check for alignment of
moving parts, free running of moving parts,
breakage of parts, mounting and any other
conditions that may affect its operation. A guard or
other part that is damaged should be properly
repaired or replaced by an authorized service
center unless otherwise indicated in this
instruction manual. Have defective switches
replaced by an authorized service facility. Do not
use the tool if the switch does not turn it on and
off.

21. Warning.
The use of any accessory or attachment, other
than those recommended in this instruction
manual or the catalog, may present a risk of
personal injury.

22. Have your tool repaired by a qualified person.
This electric tool is in accordance with the relevant
safety requirements. Repairs should only be
carried out by qualified persons using original
spare parts, otherwise this may result in
considerable danger to the user.

ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES

1. Wear ear protectors. Exposure to noise can
cause hearing loss.

2. Use auxiliary handles supplied with the tool.
Loss of control can cause personal injury.

3. Hold tool by insulated gripping surfaces when

performing an operation where the cutting tool
may contact hidden wiring or its own cord.

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

4. Wear a hard hat (safety helmet), safety glasses

and/or face shield. It is also highly
recommended that you wear a dust mask and
thickly padded gloves.

5. Be sure the bit is secured in place before
operation.

6. 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.

7. In cold weather or when the tool has not been
used for a long time, let the tool warm up for a
while by operating it under no load. This will
loosen up the lubrication. Without proper
warm-up, hammering operation is difficult.

8. Always be sure you have a firm footing.
Be sure no one is below when using the tool in
high locations.

9. Hold the tool firmly with both hands.

10. Keep hands away from moving parts.

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

only when hand-held.

12. Do not point the tool at any one in the area
when operating. The bit could fly out and
injure someone seriously.

13. Do not touch the bit or parts close to the bit
immediately after operation; they may be
extremely hot and could burn your skin.

14. PROPER GROUNDING. This tool should be
grounding while in use to protect the operator
from electric shock.

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