How Do You Use A Makita Drill?
Standard Makita variable speed reversible drills have three operating controls: the trigger, trigger lock, and a direction lever. The trigger controls the speed of the drill bit. When drilling through hard materials, slower speeds are necessary to extend the life of the drill bit. Engaging the trigger lock allows you more comfort when drilling deep holes. The directional lever is an important control for reducing the amount of broken drill bits and material damaged from a jammed drill bit or fastener. Inspect the drill to familiarize yourself with the controls. The trigger will be located on the handle, directly below the drill body. Located near the trigger will be a small round button, which is the trigger lock. To find the directional lever, turn the drill upside down and look at the drill body directly in front of the trigger or on the bottom of the drill handle. After locating the direction lever, flip the lever to forward (F). Plug in an electrical drill or insert the battery for
