SPECIFICATIONS Model: DG002G No load speed High 0 - 1,500 min 0 - 400 min Drilling capacities High For sandy soil: ø60 mm (Diameter) For clay soil: ø60 mm For sandy soil: ø200 mm For clay soil: ø150 mm Overall length 842 mm Rated voltage D.C.
Work area safety WARNING: Wear ear protection. Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents. WARNING: The noise emission during actual use of the power tool can differ from the declared Do not operate power tools in explosive atmo- spheres, such as in the presence of flammable value(s) depending on the ways in which the tool is used especially what kind of workpiece is...
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Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly balance at all times. This enables better control maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges of the power tool in unexpected situations. are less likely to bind and are easier to control. Dress properly.
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15. If something wrong with the tool such as For preparation of the item being shipped, consult- abnormal sounds, stop operating immediately ing an expert for hazardous material is required. and ask your local Makita Service Center for Please also observe possibly more detailed repair. national regulations.
CAUTION: Only use genuine Makita batteries. Use of non-genuine Makita batteries, or batteries that have been altered, may result in the battery bursting causing fires, personal injury and damage. It will also void the Makita warranty for the Makita tool and Fig.1 charger. Main tool Front handle...
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Installing the reaction receiver Setting up tool Place the reaction receiver so that the bar of the reac- tion receiver comes to the left side of the operator. CAUTION: Always be sure that the front Adjust the position of the reaction receiver so that the handle, side handle and reaction receiver are axis of the spindle is in the center of the operator's body.
75% to 100% Let the tool and battery(ies) cool down. If no improvement can be found by restoring protection 50% to 75% system, then contact your local Makita Service Center. 25% to 50% 0% to 25% Charge the battery.
Main power switch Lighting up the front lamp WARNING: CAUTION: When the tool is not in use, turn Do not look in the light or see the the tool off and set the reversing switch lever in source of light directly. the neutral position to lock the trigger.
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This tool is equipped with an electric brake. If the tool consistently fails to quickly cease to function after the switch trigger is released, have the tool serviced at a Makita service center. Soft start feature This function allows the smooth start-up of the tool by limiting the start-up torque.
Mounting auger bit ASSEMBLY CAUTION: Always be sure that the tool is Installing or removing battery switched off and the battery cartridge is removed cartridge before carrying out any work on the tool. CAUTION: When attaching the auger bit to the Always switch off the tool before spindle, make sure that the auger pin is locked CAUTION:...
Digging operation OPERATION Hold the tool firmly when operat- CAUTION: CAUTION: This is a powerful tool which gen- ing the tool. erates high torque. It is important that the tool is CAUTION: Keep your face and hands away securely held and properly braced. from drilling attachments, such as an auger bit, CAUTION: Before operating, check that there...
Never use gasoline, benzine, thinner, alcohol or the like. Discoloration, deformation or cracks may result. To maintain product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs, any other maintenance or adjustment should be performed by Makita Authorized or Factory Service Centers, always using Makita replacement parts. OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES CAUTION: These accessories or attachments are recommended for use with your Makita tool specified in this manual.