4The technical documentation is kept by our authorisedrepresentative in Europe who is:Makita International Europe Ltd,Michigan, Drive, Tongwell,Milton Keynes, MK15 8JD, England30.01.2009000230Tomoyasu KatoDirectorMakita Corporation3-11-8, Sumiyoshi-cho,Anjo, Aichi, JAPANGEA010-1General Power Tool SafetyWarningsWARNING Read all safety warnings and allinstructions. Failure to follow the warnings andinstructions may result in electric shock, fire and/orserious injury.Save all warnings and instructions forfuture reference. GEB009-5IMPACT WRENCH SAFETYWARNINGS1. Hold power tool by insulated gripping surfaces,when performing an operation where thefastener may contact hidden wiring or its owncord. Fastening contacting a "live" wire may makeexposed metal parts of the power tool "live" andcould give the operator an electric shock.2. Wear ear protectors.3. Check the socket carefully for wear, cracks ordamage before installation.4. Hold the tool firmly.5. Always be sure you have a firm footing.Be sure no one is below when using the toolin high locations.6. The proper fastening torque may differdepending upon the kind or size of the bolt.Check the torque with a torque wrench.SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.WARNING:DO NOT let comfort or familiarity with product(gained from repeated use) replace strict adherenceto safety rules for the subject product. MISUSE orfailure to follow the safety rules stated in thisinstruction manual may cause serious personalinjury.FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTIONCAUTION:• Always be sure that the tool is switched off andunplugged before adjusting or checking functionon the tool.Switch actionFig.1CAUTION:• Before plugging in the tool, always check to seethat the switch trigger actuates properly andreturns to the "OFF" position when released.To start the tool, simply pull the switch trigger. Toolspeed is increased by increasing pressure on the switchtrigger. Release the switch trigger to stop.Holding the toolHold the tool only by the handle when performing anoperation. Do not touch the metal part.Reversing switch actionFig.2CAUTION:• Always check the direction of rotation beforeoperation.• Use the reversing switch only after the tool comesto a complete stop. Changing the direction ofrotation before the tool stops may damage the tool.This tool has a reversing switch to change the directionof rotation. Depress the reversing switch lever from theA side for clockwise rotation or from the B side forcounterclockwise rotation.ASSEMBLYCAUTION:• Always be sure that the tool is switched off andunplugged before carrying out any work on thetool.Selecting correct socketAlways use the correct size socket for bolts and nuts.An incorrect size socket will result in inaccurate andinconsistent fastening torque and/or damage to the boltor nut.Installing or removing socketCAUTION:• Always be sure that the tool is switched off andunplugged before installing or removing the socket.Fig.3For socket without O-ring and pinTo install the socket, push it onto the anvil of the tooluntil it locks into place.To remove the socket, simply pull it off.