Makita Power Hammer BHR240 User Manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL  
Cordless Rotary Hammer  
BHR240  
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WARNING:  
For your personal safety, READ and UNDERSTAND before using.  
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.  
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Conforms to the following European Directives:  
98/37/EC until 28th December 2009 and then with  
2006/42/EC from 29th December 2009  
And are manufactured in accordance with the following  
standards or standardised documents:  
EN60745  
refrigerators. There is an increased risk of  
electric shock if your body is earthed or grounded.  
Do not expose power tools to rain or wet  
6.  
7.  
conditions. Water entering  
a
power tool will  
increase the risk of electric shock.  
Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for  
carrying, pulling or unplugging the power tool.  
Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or  
moving parts. Damaged or entangled cords  
increase the risk of electric shock.  
The technical documentation is kept by our authorised  
representative in Europe who is:  
Makita International Europe Ltd,  
Michigan, Drive, Tongwell,  
Milton Keynes, MK15 8JD, England  
8.  
9.  
When operating a power tool outdoors, use an  
extension cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of  
a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of  
electric shock.  
30th January 2009  
If operating a power tool in a damp location is  
000230  
unavoidable, use  
a
ground fault circuit  
Tomoyasu Kato  
Director  
interrupter (GFCI) protected supply. Use of an  
GFCI reduces the risk of electric shock.  
Makita Corporation  
3-11-8, Sumiyoshi-cho,  
Anjo, Aichi, JAPAN  
Personal safety  
10. Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use  
common sense when operating a power tool.  
Do not use a power tool while you are tired or  
under the influence of drugs, alcohol or  
GEA006-2  
medication.  
operating power tools may result in serious  
personal injury.  
A
moment of inattention while  
General Power Tool Safety  
Warnings  
11. Use personal protective equipment. Always  
wear eye protection. Protective equipment such  
as dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or  
hearing protection used for appropriate conditions  
will reduce personal injuries.  
WARNING Read all safety warnings and all  
instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and  
instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or  
serious injury.  
12. Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the  
switch is in the off-position before connecting  
to power source and/or battery pack, picking  
up or carrying the tool. Carrying power tools  
with your finger on the switch or energising power  
tools that have the switch on invites accidents.  
13. Remove any adjusting key or wrench before  
turning the power tool on. A wrench or a key left  
attached to a rotating part of the power tool may  
result in personal injury.  
14. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and  
balance at all times. This enables better control  
of the power tool in unexpected situations.  
15. Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or  
jewellery. Keep your hair, clothing, and gloves  
away from moving parts. Loose clothes,  
jewellery or long hair can be caught in moving  
parts.  
Save all warnings and  
instructions for future reference.  
The term "power tool" in the warnings refers to your  
mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated  
(cordless) power tool.  
Work area safety  
1.  
2.  
Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or  
dark areas invite accidents.  
Do not operate power tools in explosive  
atmospheres, such as in the presence of  
flammable liquids, gases or dust. Power tools  
create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes.  
Keep children and bystanders away while  
operating a power tool. Distractions can cause  
you to lose control.  
3.  
Electrical safety  
4.  
Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never  
modify the plug in any way. Do not use any  
adapter plugs with earthed (grounded) power  
tools. Unmodified plugs and matching outlets will  
reduce risk of electric shock.  
Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded  
surfaces such as pipes, radiators, ranges and  
16. If devices are provided for the connection of  
dust extraction and collection facilities,  
ensure these are connected and properly used.  
Use of dust collection can reduce dust-related  
hazards.  
5.  
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Power tool use and care  
Service  
17. Do not force the power tool. Use the correct  
power tool for your application. The correct  
power tool will do the job better and safer at the  
rate for which it was designed.  
28. Have your power tool serviced by a qualified  
repair person using only identical replacement  
parts. This will ensure that the safety of the power  
tool is maintained.  
18. Do not use the power tool if the switch does  
not turn it on and off. Any power tool that cannot  
be controlled with the switch is dangerous and  
must be repaired.  
19. Disconnect the plug from the power source  
and/or the battery pack from the power tool  
before making any adjustments, changing  
accessories, or storing power tools. Such  
preventive safety measures reduce the risk of  
starting the power tool accidentally.  
20. Store idle power tools out of the reach of  
children and do not allow persons unfamiliar  
with the power tool or these instructions to  
operate the power tool. Power tools are  
dangerous in the hands of untrained users.  
21. Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment  
or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts  
and any other condition that may affect the  
power tool’s operation. If damaged, have the  
power tool repaired before use. Many accidents  
are caused by poorly maintained power tools.  
22. Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly  
maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges  
are less likely to bind and are easier to control.  
23. Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits  
etc. in accordance with these instructions,  
taking into account the working conditions  
and the work to be performed. Use of the power  
tool for operations different from those intended  
could result in a hazardous situation.  
29. Follow instruction for lubricating and  
changing accessories.  
30. Keep handles dry, clean and free from oil and  
grease.  
GEB046-2  
CORDLESS ROTARY HAMMER  
SAFETY WARNINGS  
1.  
2.  
3.  
Wear ear protectors. Exposure to noise can  
cause hearing loss.  
Use auxiliary handle(s), if supplied with the  
tool. Loss of control can cause personal injury.  
Hold power tool by insulated gripping  
surfaces, when performing an operation  
where the cutting accessory may contact  
hidden wiring. Cutting accessory contacting a  
"live" wire may make exposed metal parts of the  
power tool "live" and could give the operator an  
electric shock.  
4.  
Wear a hard hat (safety helmet), safety glasses  
and/or face shield. Ordinary eye or sun  
glasses are NOT safety glasses. It is also  
highly recommended that you wear a dust  
mask and thickly padded gloves.  
5.  
6.  
Be sure the bit is secured in place before  
operation.  
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.  
Battery tool use and care  
24. Recharge only with the charger specified by  
the manufacturer. A charger that is suitable for  
one type of battery pack may create a risk of fire  
when used with another battery pack.  
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.  
Always be sure you have a firm footing.  
Be sure no one is below when using the tool in  
high locations.  
25. Use power tools only with specifically  
designated battery packs. Use of any other  
battery packs may create a risk of injury and fire.  
26. When battery pack is not in use, keep it away  
from other metal objects, like paper clips,  
coins, keys, nails, screws or other small metal  
objects, that can make a connection from one  
terminal to another. Shorting the battery  
terminals together may cause burns or a fire.  
27. Under abusive conditions, liquid may be  
ejected from the battery; avoid contact. If  
contact accidentally occurs, flush with water.  
If liquid contacts eyes, additionally seek  
medical help. Liquid ejected from the battery may  
cause irritation or burns.  
8.  
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.  
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14. Some material contains chemicals which may  
be toxic. Take caution to prevent dust  
inhalation and skin contact. Follow material  
supplier safety data.  
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.  
Tips for maintaining maximum battery life  
1.  
Charge  
the  
battery  
cartridge  
before  
completely discharged.  
Always stop tool operation and charge the  
battery cartridge when you notice less tool  
power.  
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.  
WARNING:  
2.  
3.  
Never recharge  
cartridge.  
a
fully charged battery  
DO NOT let comfort or familiarity with product  
(gained from repeated use) replace strict adherence  
to safety rules for the subject product. MISUSE or  
failure to follow the safety rules stated in this  
instruction manual may cause serious personal  
Overcharging shortens the battery service life.  
Charge the battery cartridge with room  
temperature at 10 C - 40 C (50 F - 104 F).  
Let a hot battery cartridge cool down before  
charging it.  
injury.  
ENC007-4  
FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION  
IMPORTANT SAFETY  
INSTRUCTIONS  
CAUTION:  
Always be sure that the tool is switched off and the  
battery cartridge is removed before adjusting or  
checking function on the tool.  
FOR BATTERY CARTRIDGE  
1.  
Before using battery cartridge, read all  
instructions and cautionary markings on (1)  
battery charger, (2) battery, and (3) product  
using battery.  
Installing or removing battery cartridge  
1. Red part  
2. Button  
2.  
3.  
Do not disassemble battery cartridge.  
If operating time has become excessively  
shorter, stop operating immediately. It may  
result in a risk of overheating, possible burns  
and even an explosion.  
3. Battery cartridge  
1
2
4.  
5.  
If electrolyte gets into your eyes, rinse them  
out with clear water and seek medical  
attention right away. It may result in loss of  
your eyesight.  
Do not short the battery cartridge:  
(1) Do not touch the terminals with any  
conductive material.  
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Always switch off the tool before insertion or  
removal of the battery cartridge.  
To remove the battery cartridge, withdraw it from  
the tool while sliding the button on the front of the  
cartridge.  
To insert the battery cartridge, align the tongue on  
the battery cartridge with the groove in the housing  
and slip it into place. Always insert it all the way  
until it locks in place with a little click. If you can  
see the red part on the upper side of the button, it  
is not locked completely. Insert it fully until the red  
part cannot be seen. If not, it may accidentally fall  
out of the tool, causing injury to you or someone  
around you.  
(2) Avoid storing battery cartridge in  
a
container with other metal objects such as  
nails, coins, etc.  
(3) Do not expose battery cartridge to water  
or rain.  
A battery short can cause a large current  
flow, overheating, possible burns and  
even a breakdown.  
6.  
7.  
Do not store the tool and battery cartridge in  
locations where the temperature may reach or  
exceed 50 C (122 F).  
Do not incinerate the battery cartridge even if  
it is severely damaged or is completely worn  
out. The battery cartridge can explode in a fire.  
Be careful not to drop or strike battery.  
Do not use dropped or struck battery.  
Do not use force when inserting the battery  
cartridge. If the cartridge does not slide in easily, it  
is not being inserted correctly.  
8.  
9.  
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Switch action  
Selecting the action mode  
Rotation with hammering  
1. Switch trigger  
1. Rotation with  
hammering  
1
2
2. Lock button  
3. Action mode  
changing knob  
1
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3
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CAUTION:  
For drilling in concrete, masonry, etc., depress the lock  
button and rotate the action mode changing knob to the  
symbol. Use a tungsten-carbide tipped bit.  
Rotation only  
Before inserting the battery cartridge into the tool,  
always check to see that the switch trigger  
actuates properly and returns to the "OFF" position  
when released.  
To start the tool, simply pull the switch trigger. Tool  
speed is increased by increasing pressure on the switch  
trigger. Release the switch trigger to stop.  
1. Rotation only  
Reversing switch action  
1. Reversing  
switch lever  
1
1
A
B
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For drilling in wood, metal or plastic materials, depress  
the lock button and rotate the action mode changing  
knob to the  
Hammering only  
symbol. Use a twist drill bit or wood bit.  
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1. Hammering only  
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This tool has a reversing switch to change the direction  
of rotation. Depress the reversing switch lever from the A  
side for clockwise rotation or from the  
counterclockwise rotation.  
B
side for  
When the reversing switch lever is in the neutral position,  
the switch trigger cannot be pulled.  
CAUTION:  
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Always check the direction of rotation before  
operation.  
For chipping, scaling or demolition operations, depress  
the lock button and rotate the action mode changing  
Use the reversing switch only after the tool comes  
to a complete stop. Changing the direction of  
rotation before the tool stops may damage the tool.  
When not operating the tool, always set the  
reversing switch lever to the neutral position.  
knob to the  
symbol. Use a bull point, cold chisel,  
scaling chisel, etc.  
CAUTION:  
Do not rotate the action mode changing knob when  
the tool is running. The tool will be damaged.  
To avoid rapid wear on the mode change  
mechanism, be sure that the action mode  
changing knob is always positively located in one  
of the three action mode positions.  
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Torque limiter  
1. Bit shank  
2. Bit grease  
The torque limiter will actuate when a certain torque  
level is reached. The motor will disengage from the  
output shaft. When this happens, the bit will stop turning.  
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CAUTION:  
As soon as the torque limiter actuates, switch off  
the tool immediately. This will help prevent  
premature wear of the tool.  
Hole saws cannot be used with this tool. They tend  
to pinch or catch easily in the hole. This will cause  
the torque limiter to actuate too frequently.  
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Insert the bit into the tool. Turn the bit and push it in until  
it engages.  
1. Bit  
2. Chuck cover  
ASSEMBLY  
1
CAUTION:  
2
Always be sure that the tool is switched off and the  
battery cartridge is removed before carrying out  
any work on the tool.  
Side grip (auxiliary handle)  
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1. Grip base  
2. Side grip  
3. Loosen  
4. Tighten  
5. Teeth  
5
1
6
If the bit cannot be pushed in, remove the bit. Pull the  
chuck cover down a couple of times. Then insert the bit  
again. Turn the bit and push it in until it engages.  
After installing, always make sure that the bit is securely  
held in place by trying to pull it out.  
2
6. Protrusion  
3
4
To remove the bit, pull the chuck cover down all the way  
and pull the bit out.  
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1. Bit  
2. Chuck cover  
CAUTION:  
Always use the side grip to ensure operating  
safety.  
1
2
Install the side grip so that the teeth on the grip fit in  
between the protrusions on the tool barrel. Then tighten  
the grip by turning clockwise at the desired position. It  
may be swung 360° so as to be secured at any position.  
001298  
Bit grease  
Coat the bit shank head beforehand with a small amount  
of bit grease (about 0.5 -1 g). This chuck lubrication  
assures smooth action and longer service life.  
Bit angle (when chipping, scaling or  
demolishing)  
1. Action mode  
changing knob  
2. O symbol  
Installing or removing the bit  
Clean the bit shank and apply bit grease before installing  
the bit.  
2
1
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The bit can be secured at the desired angle. To change  
the bit angle, depress the lock button and rotate the  
action mode changing knob to the O symbol. Turn the bit  
to the desired angle.  
Depress the lock button and rotate the action mode  
changing knob to the symbol. Then make sure that the  
bit is securely held in place by turning it slightly.  
attached to is as follows.  
Bit diameter  
6 mm - 14.5 mm  
12 mm - 16 mm  
Dust cup 5  
Dust cup 9  
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OPERATION  
Hammer drilling operation  
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Depth gauge  
1. Depth gauge  
Set the action mode changing knob to the  
Position the bit at the desired location for the hole, then  
pull the switch trigger.  
symbol.  
1
Do not force the tool. Light pressure gives best results.  
Keep the tool in position and prevent it from slipping  
away from the hole.  
Do not apply more pressure when the hole becomes  
clogged with chips or particles. Instead, run the tool at  
an idle, then remove the bit partially from the hole. By  
repeating this several times, the hole will be cleaned out  
and normal drilling may be resumed.  
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The depth gauge is convenient for drilling holes of  
uniform depth. Loosen the side grip and insert the depth  
gauge into the hole in the side grip. Adjust the depth  
gauge to the desired depth and tighten the side grip.  
CAUTION:  
There is a tremendous and sudden twisting force  
exerted on the tool/bit at the time of hole  
break-through, when the hole becomes clogged  
with chips and particles, or when striking  
reinforcing rods embedded in the concrete. Always  
use the side grip (auxiliary handle) and firmly hold  
the tool by both side grip and switch handle during  
operations. Failure to do so may result in the loss  
of control of the tool and potentially severe injury.  
NOTE:  
The depth gauge cannot be used at the position  
where the depth gauge strikes against the gear  
housing.  
Dust cup  
1. Dust cup  
NOTE:  
1
Eccentricity in the bit rotation may occur while operating  
the tool with no load. The tool automatically centers itself  
during operation. This does not affect the drilling  
precision.  
001300  
Use the dust cup to prevent dust from falling over the  
tool and on yourself when performing overhead drilling  
operations. Attach the dust cup to the bit as shown in the  
figure. The size of bits which the dust cup can be  
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Use the optional drill chuck assembly. When installing it,  
refer to "Installing or removing the bit" described on the  
previous page.  
Blow-out bulb (optional accessory)  
1. Blow-out bulb  
Set the action mode changing knob so that the pointer  
points to the symbol.  
1
CAUTION:  
Never use "rotation with hammering" when the drill  
chuck assembly is installed on the tool. The drill  
chuck assembly may be damaged. Also, the drill  
chuck will come off when reversing the tool.  
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 performance and shorten the service life of the  
tool.  
002449  
After drilling the hole, use the blow-out bulb to clean the  
dust out of the hole.  
Chipping/Scaling/Demolition  
There is a tremendous twisting force exerted on  
the tool/bit at the time of hole breakthrough. Hold  
the tool firmly and exert care when the bit begins to  
break through the workpiece.  
A stuck bit can be removed simply by setting the  
reversing switch to reverse rotation in order to back  
out. However, the tool may back out abruptly if you  
do not hold it firmly.  
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Always secure small workpieces in a vise or similar  
hold-down device.  
Set the action mode changing knob to the  
symbol.  
Hold the tool firmly with both hands. Turn the tool on and  
apply slight pressure on the tool so that the tool will not  
bounce around, uncontrolled. Pressing very hard on the  
tool will not increase the efficiency.  
MAINTENANCE  
CAUTION:  
Always be sure that the tool is switched off and the  
battery cartridge is removed before attempting to  
perform inspection or maintenance.  
Drilling in wood or metal  
1. Chuck adapter  
2. Keyless drill  
chuck  
1
Replacing carbon brushes  
1. Limit mark  
2
004223  
1
001145  
1. Sleeve  
2. Ring  
1
2
Remove and check the carbon brushes regularly.  
Replace when they wear down to the limit mark. Keep  
the carbon brushes clean and free to slip in the holders.  
Both carbon brushes should be replaced at the same  
time. Use only identical carbon brushes.  
Use a screwdriver to remove the brush holder caps.  
Take out the worn carbon brushes, insert the new ones  
and secure the brush holder caps.  
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1. Screwdriver  
2. Brush holder  
cap  
2
1
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To maintain product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs,  
any other maintenance or adjustment should be  
performed by Makita Authorized Service Centers,  
always using Makita replacement parts.  
ACCESSORIES  
CAUTION:  
These  
accessories  
or  
attachments  
are  
recommended for use with your Makita tool  
specified in this manual. The use of any other  
accessories or attachments might present a risk of  
injury to persons. Only use accessory or  
attachment for its stated purpose.  
If you need any assistance for more details regarding  
these accessories, ask your local Makita Service Center.  
SDS-Plus Carbide-tipped bits  
Bull point  
Cold chisel  
Scaling chisel  
Grooving chisel  
Drill chuck assembly  
Drill chuck S13  
Chuck adapter  
Chuck key S13  
Bit grease  
Side grip  
Depth gauge  
Blow-out bulb  
Dust cup  
Dust extractor attachment  
Safety goggles  
Plastic carrying case  
Keyless drill chuck  
Various type of Makita genuine batteries and  
chargers  
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Makita Corporation Anjo, Aichi, Japan  
884669B222  
 

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