6280DWAE - Power Tools MAKITA - Free user manual and instructions

Product type	Cordless drill/driver
Brand	MAKITA
Model	6280DWAE
Rated voltage	14.4 V DC
No-load speed (high speed)	0 - 1,200 min⁻¹
No-load speed (low speed)	0 - 350 min⁻¹
Drilling capacity steel	10 mm
Drilling capacity wood	25 mm
Screwdriving capacity wood screws	5.1 mm x 63 mm
Screwdriving capacity metal screws	6 mm
Number of speeds	2 (mechanical)
Torque adjustment	17 settings + drill position
Chuck	Keyless (with ring and sleeve)
Reverse switch	Yes, with neutral position
Overall length	192 mm
Net weight (with battery)	1.6 kg
Battery type	Nickel-metal hydride (Ni-MH) 14.4 V
Run time / charging time	Variable depending on use; charger not included
Sound level (acoustic pressure)	≤ 70 dB(A)
Vibration level (weighted acceleration)	≤ 2.5 m/s²
Intended use	Drilling and screwing in wood, metal, and plastic
Maintenance and repairs	By Makita authorized service center with genuine parts
Included / recommended accessories	Drill bits, screwdriver bits, rubber pad, polishing pad, sheepskin, genuine Makita batteries and chargers, carrying case
Safety	Insulated handle, neutral switch, battery cover, safety instructions to follow
Environmental protection	Used battery to be returned to collection points

Frequently Asked Questions - 6280DWAE MAKITA

How to change the rotation speed on the Makita 6280DWAE?

To change speed, first make sure the tool is turned off. Then move the speed change lever to side '1' for low speed or to side '2' for high speed. Ensure the lever is fully in position, otherwise you risk damaging the tool.

How to adjust the tightening torque?

Turn the adjusting ring to align its graduations with the pointer on the tool body. The torque is minimal at 1 and maximum at 16 (the drill mark corresponds to max torque without clutch). Test on a similar material to determine the appropriate setting.

How to install or remove the battery?

To remove the battery, press the buttons on each side and pull it out of the tool. To install, align the battery tab with the groove in the housing, then slide it in until it clicks. Never force; if it doesn't fit, check the orientation.

How to use the rotation direction switch?

The switch is located above the trigger. Push it to side A for clockwise rotation (tightening) or to side B for counterclockwise rotation. Set it to neutral when not using the tool. Only change direction when the tool is completely stopped.

What precautions should be taken when drilling metal?

Make a starting indentation with a center punch and hammer to prevent the drill bit from slipping. Use cutting lubricant (except for iron and copper). Do not force; excessive pressure damages the bit. Hold the tool firmly, especially at the moment of breakthrough.

How to maintain the Makita 6280DWAE drill?

Before any maintenance, remove the battery. Clean the tool with a dry cloth. Repairs and adjustments must be carried out by a Makita authorized service center using genuine spare parts. Do not disassemble the battery.

What to do if a drill bit gets stuck in the material?

Immediately release the trigger. To remove a stuck bit, reverse the rotation direction (push the switch to left position) and gently press the trigger. If that doesn't work, tighten the chuck and turn it manually. Wear gloves to avoid burns.

How to extend battery life?

Recharge the battery before it is completely discharged. Do not overcharge; unplug the charger once full. Charge between 10°C and 40°C. If not using for more than six months, recharge beforehand. Avoid temperatures above 50°C.

What are the essential safety instructions?

Hold the tool by insulated surfaces to avoid electric shock. Ensure a stable footing. Do not touch the drill bit after drilling (risk of burns). Do not leave the tool unattended. Use hearing protection if sound level exceeds 85 dB(A). Wear protective equipment.

What accessories are recommended for this tool?

Makita recommends using wood and metal drill bits, screwdriver bits, polishing pads (rubber, foam, sheepskin), genuine Makita batteries and chargers, and a carrying case. Use only compatible accessories to avoid injury.

USER MANUAL 6280DWAE MAKITA

Explanation of general view

1	Button	6	High speed	11	Pointer
2	Battery cartridge	7	Speed change lever	12	Sleeve
3	Switch trigger	8	Graduations	13	Ring
4	Reversing switch lever	9	Adjusting ring	14	Tighten
5	Low speed	10	Drill marking

SPECIFICATIONS

Model	6260D	6270D	6280D
Capacities
Steel	10 mm	10 mm	10 mm
Wood	21 mm	25 mm	25 mm
Wood screw	5.1 mm x 38 mm	5.1 mm x 63 mm	5.1 mm x 63 mm
Machine screw	6 mm	6 mm	6 mm
No load speed (min-1)
High	0 - 1,200	0 - 1,200	0 - 1,200
Low	0 - 350	0 - 350	0 - 350
Overall length	192 mm	192 mm	192 mm
Net weight	1.4 kg	1.5 kg	1.6 kg
Rated voltage	D.C. 9.6 V	D.C. 12 V	D.C. 14.4 V

• Due to our continuing program of research and development, the specifications herein are subject to change without notice.
• Note: Specifications may differ from country to country.

Intended use

The tool is intended for drilling and screw driving in wood, metal and plastic.

Safety hints

For your own safety, please refer to the enclosed safety instructions.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR CHARGER & BATTERY CARTRIDGE

ENC004-1

1. Before using battery cartridge, read all instructions and cautionary markings on (1) battery charger, (2) battery, and (3) product using battery.
2. Do not disassemble battery cartridge.
3. If operating time has become excessively shorter, stop operating immediately. It may result in a risk of overheating, possible burns and even an explosion.
4. 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.
5. Always cover the battery terminals with the battery cover when the battery cartridge is not used.
6. Do not short the battery cartridge:

(1) Do not touch the terminals with any conductive material.
(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.

1. Do not store the tool and battery cartridge in locations where the temperature may reach or exceed 50^ (122°F).
2. 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.
3. Be careful not to drop or strike battery.

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.
2. Never recharge a fully charged battery cartridge. Overcharging shortens the battery service life.
3. Charge the battery cartridge with room temperature at 10^ - 40^ (50^ - 104^) . Let a hot battery cartridge cool down before charging it.
4. Charge the Nickel Metal Hydride battery cartridge when you do not use it for more than six months.

ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES FOR TOOL

ENB079-1

1. Hold tool by insulated gripping surfaces when performing an operation where the cutting tool may contact hidden wiring. Contact with a "live" wire will also make exposed metal parts of the tool "live" and shock the operator.
2. Always be sure you have a firm footing. Be sure no one is below when using the tool in high locations.
3. Hold the tool firmly.
4. Keep hands away from rotating parts.
5. Do not leave the tool running. Operate the tool only when hand-held.
6. Do not touch the drill bit or the workpiece immediately after operation; they may be extremely hot and could burn your skin.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.

FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION

CAUTION:

• Always be sure that the tool is switched off and the battery cartridge is removed before adjusting or checking function on the tool.

Installing or removing battery cartridge (Fig. 1)

• Always switch off the tool before insertion or removal of the battery cartridge.
• To remove the battery cartridge, withdraw it from the tool while pressing the buttons on both sides 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 not, it may accidentally fall out of the tool, causing injury to you or someone around you.
• Do not use force when inserting the battery cartridge. If the cartridge does not slide in easily, it is not being inserted correctly.

Switch action (Fig. 2)

CAUTION:

• 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.

Reversing switch action (Fig. 3)

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 B side for counterclockwise rotation.

When the reversing switch lever is in the neutral position, the switch trigger cannot be pulled.

CAUTION:

• Always check the direction of rotation before operation.
• 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.

Speed change (Fig. 4)

To change the speed, first switch off the tool and then slide the speed change lever to the "2" side for high speed or "1" side for low speed. Be sure that the speed change lever is set to the correct position before operation. Use the right speed for your job.

CAUTION:

• Always set the speed change lever fully to the correct position. If you operate the tool with the speed change lever positioned halfway between the "1" side and "2" side, the tool may be damaged.
• Do not use the speed change lever while the tool is running. The tool may be damaged.

Adjusting the fastening torque (Fig. 5)

The fastening torque can be adjusted in 17 steps by turning the adjusting ring so that its graduations are aligned with the pointer on the tool body. The fastening torque is minimum when the number 1 is aligned with the pointer, and maximum when the 出 marking is aligned with the pointer.

The clutch will slip at various torque levels when set at the number 1 to 16. The clutch is designed not to slip at the 品 marking.

Before actual operation, drive a trial screw into your material or a piece of duplicate material to determine which torque level is required for a particular application.

NOTE:

• The adjusting ring does not lock when the pointer is positioned only halfway between the graduations.

ASSEMBLY

CAUTION:

• Always be sure that the tool is switched off and the battery cartridge is removed before carrying out any work on the tool.

Installing or removing driver bit or drill bit (Fig. 6)

Hold the ring and turn the sleeve counterclockwise to open the chuck jaws. Place the bit in the chuck as far as it will go. Hold the ring firmly and turn the sleeve clockwise to tighten the chuck.

To remove the bit, hold the ring and turn the sleeve counterclockwise.

OPERATION

Screwdriving operation (Fig. 7)

CAUTION:

• Adjust the adjusting ring to the proper torque level for your work.

Place the point of the driver bit in the screw head and apply pressure to the tool. Start the tool slowly and then increase the speed gradually. Release the switch trigger as soon as the clutch cuts in.

CAUTION:

• Make sure that the driver bit is inserted straight in the screw head, or the screw and/or bit may be damaged.

NOTE:

• When driving wood screws, predrill pilot holes to make driving easier and to prevent splitting of the workpiece. See the chart.

Nominal diameter of wood screw (mm)	Recommended size of pilot hole (mm)
3.1	2.0 – 2.2
3.5	2.2 – 2.5
3.8	2.5 – 2.8
4.5	2.9 – 3.2
4.8	3.1 – 3.4
5.1	3.3 – 3.6

Drilling operation

First, turn the adjusting ring so that the pointer points to the marking. Then proceed as follows.

Drilling in wood

When drilling in wood, the best results are obtained with wood drills equipped with a guide screw. The guide screw makes drilling easier by pulling the bit into the workpiece.

Drilling in metal

To prevent the bit from slipping when starting a hole, make an indentation with a center-punch and hammer at the point to be drilled. Place the point of the bit 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 performance and shorten the service life of the tool.
• There is a tremendous force exerted on the tool/bit at the time of hole break through. 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.
• Always secure small workpieces in a vise or similar hold-down device.
• If the tool is operated continuously until the battery cartridge has discharged, allow the tool to rest for 15 minutes before proceeding with a fresh battery.

MAINTENANCE

CAUTION:

• Always be sure that the tool is switched off and the battery cartridge is removed before attempting to perform inspection or maintenance.

To maintain product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs, any other maintenance or adjustment should be performed by Makita Authorized or Factory Service Centres, 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.

• Drill bits
• Screw bits
  Rubber pad assembly
• Foam polishing pad
• Wool bonnet
• Various type of Makita genuine batteries and chargers
• Plastic carrying case

Descriptif

VEILIGHEIDSVOORSCHRIFTEN VOOR ACCULADER EN ACCU

EC-DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

We declare under our sole responsibility that this product is in compliance with the following standards of standardized documents, EN50260, EN55014

in accordance with Council Directives, 89/336/EEC and 98/37/EC.

FRANÇAISE

Déclaration de CONFORMITE CE

EU-DEKLARATION OM KONFORMITET

Michigan Drive, Tongwell, Milton Keynes, Bucks MK15 8JD, ENGLAND

ENGLISH

Noise and Vibration

The typical A-weighted sound pressure level is not more than 70 dB (A).

The noise level under working may exceed 85 dB (A).

• Wear ear protection. -

The typical weighted root mean square acceleration value is not more than 2.5m / s^2

FRANÇAISE

Bruit et vibrations