If operating a power tool in a damp location is unavoidable, use a residual current device (RCD) protected supply. Kevin Brannigan, Marketing Manager at Makita UK said: “This has been a very exciting year in celebrating 50 years of successful operation in the UK. A battery protection system prevents over-discharge and overheating for improved performance and longer battery life and XPT (extreme protection technology) offers protection against dust, debris and moisture in extreme conditions. I am certain that this is causing problems as in high speed drill mode (no torque setting selected), drilling I beam joists with a bosh professional 32mm drill bit, the drill clutch regularly slips.

It's such a useful thing to own and with the hundreds of attachments can be used in so many different ways. Cutting accessory contacting a "live" wire may make exposed metal parts of the power tool "live" and could give the operator an electric shock. You can change your choices at any time by visiting Cookie preferences, as described in the Cookie notice. There is of course a small range of lightweight and compact options in the 12V CXT range, which you can view here. The chuck rate is then identical, and it is 13 mm – the higher this number, the larger the drill can be put in the drill.Alternatively, purchasing one of the 2-Piece Combo Kits with 18v Combi Drill and Jigsaw (either the DLX2202TJ1 or DLX2134TJ) gives the opportunity to choose between a free DAB+ Site Radio (DMR110) or a free 18V LXT 5. This amount includes seller specified domestic postage charges as well as applicable international postage, dispatch, and other fees.

Driver bit Fit the driver bit holder into the protrusion at the tool foot on either right or left side and secure it with a screw. To install the hook, insert it into a groove in the tool housing on either side and then secure it with a screw. On the other side of the coin if you’re after Makita’s most powerful combi, then look no further than their 40V XGT range, which includes a combi, you can see that here. battery depending) and has an overall length of 182mm making it ideal for overhead applications and confined areas such as kitchen installations. This is a good thing, especially if you spend a lot of your time working with the drill above your head!In fact, this excessive pressure will only serve to damage the tip of your drill bit, decrease the tool performance and shorten the service life of the tool. Please note that cordless products will normally have a shorter warranty of just 1 Year for the battery and or charger supplied. Service of battery packs should only be performed by the manufacturer or authorized service providers. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.