Depress the lock button and rotate the change lever so that the pointer points to the symbol. Then make sure that the bit is securely held in place by turning it slight-

ly.

Side handle

CAUTION:

Use the side handle only when chipping, scaling or demolishing. Do not use it when drilling in concrete, masonry, etc. The tool cannot be held properly with this side han- dle when drilling.

The side handle can be swung 360"on the vertical and secured at any desired position. It also secures at eight different positions back and forth on the horizontal. Just loosen the clamp nut to swing the side han- dle to a desired position. Then tighten the clamp nut securely.

Change lever Pointer -,

Tighten

Side grip

CAUTION:

Always use the side grip to ensure operating safety when drilling in concrete, masonry, etc.

The side grip swings around to either side, allowing easy handling of the tool in any position. Loosen the side grip by turning it counterclockwise, swing it to the desired position and then tighten it by turning clock- wise.

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Makita HR4500C instruction manual Side handle, Side grip