Makita 6501 OPERATION

Install the depth gauge on the tool with the clamp screw and

washer. Adjust the depth gauge to the desired depth and

tightenthe clamp screw.

OPERATION Drillingoperation

Drillingin wood

When drilling in wood, the best results are obtained with

wood drills equipped with a guide screw. The guide screw

makesdrilling easier by pulling the bit into the workpiece.

Drillingin metal

Toprevent the bit from slip ping when starting a hole, make

an indentation with a center-punch and hammer at the point

to be drilled. Place the point of thebit in the indentation and

start drilling.

Use a cutting lubricant when drilling metals. The exceptions

are iron and brass which should be drilled dry.

CAUTION:

• Pressing excessively on the tool will not speed up the

drilling. In fact, this excessive pressure will only serve to

damage the tip of your bit, decrease the tool

performanceand shorten the service life of the tool.

• Thereisatremendoustwistingforceexertedonthetool/

bit at the time of hole breakthrough. Hold the tool firmly

and exert care when the bit begins to break through the

workpiece.

• Alwayssecure small wor kpieces in a vise or similar hold-

downdevice.

• Avoid drilling in material that you suspect contains

hidden nails or other things that may cause the bit to

bind or break.

1. Depth gauge

2. Washer

3. Clamp screw

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