Makita DML816 Cordless Flashlight Instruction Manual

DML816
Cordless Flashlight
INSTRUCTION MANUAL 

Original instructions

Explanation of general view

1 Power button 2 Metal Hook 3 Strap Hook 4 Strap hole 5 Red indicator
6 Button 7 Battery cartridge 8 Indicator lamps 9 Check button

SPECIFICATIONS

Model: DML816
LED 18 pcs
Dimensions (L x W x H) 400 mm x 79 mm x 127 mm
Rated voltage D.C. 14.4 V / 18 V
Net weight (without battery cartridge) 410 g
Operating time
(approximate)
High Medium Low
BL1430B 5.0 hours 10 hours 24 hours
BL1830B 7.5 hours 15 hours 34 hours
  • The dimensions are folded position with BL1860B and with the metal hook is stored.
  • Due to our continuing program of research and development, the specifications herein are subject to change without notice.
  • Specifications may differ from country to country.

Applicable battery cartridge and charger

Battery cartridge 14.4 V BL1415N / BL1430B / BL1440 / L1460B
18 V BL1815N / BL1820B / BL1830B / BL1840B / BL1850B / BL1860B
Charger DC18RC / DC18RD / DC18RE / DC18SD / DC18SE / DC18SF / DC18SH
  • Some of the battery cartridges listed above may not be available depending on your region of residence.
    WARNING: Only use the battery cartridges listed above. Use of any other battery cartridges and chargers may cause injury and/or fire.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING: When using appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and personal injury, including the following:

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  1. Do not look into the light, or do not expose the light to eyes. Eyes may be damaged.
  2. Do not cover the lamp with cloth or carton, etc. Otherwise, it may cause a flame.
  3. The appliance is not waterproof. Do not use it in damp or wet locations. Do not expose it to rain or snow. Do not wash it in water.
  4. Do not touch the inside of the appliance with tweezers, metal tools, etc.
  5. When the appliance is not in use, always switch it off and remove the battery cartridge from the appliance.
  6. Do not give the appliance a shock by dropping, striking, etc.
  7. Safety information for portable luminaires with batteries.
    • Battery disposal should be in compliance with your local regulations that address the disposal of hazardous materials.
    • Do not incinerate the battery.
  8. Additional information for luminaires.
    • The light source of this luminaire is not replaceable; when the light source reaches its end of life the whole luminaire shall be replaced.
  9. Battery tool use and care.
    WARNING: Read all safety warnings and instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire, and/or serious injury.
    • Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is in the off-position before connecting to the battery pack, picking up, or carrying the appliance. Carrying the appliance with your finger on the switch or energizing appliance that have the switch on invites accidents.
    • Disconnect the battery pack from the appliance before making any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing appliances. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the appliance accidentally.
    • 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.
    • Use appliances only with specifically designated battery packs. Use of any other battery packs may create a risk of injury and fire.
    • 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.
    • 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.
    • Do not use a battery pack or appliance that is damaged or modified. Damaged or modified batteries may exhibit unpredictable behavior resulting in fire, explosion, or risk of injury.
    • Do not expose a battery pack or appliance to fire or excessive temperature. Exposure to fire or temperature above 130 °C (265°F) may cause explosion.
    • Follow all charging instructions and do not charge the battery pack or appliance outside of the temperature range specified in the instructions. Charging improperly or at temperatures outside of the specified range may damage the battery and increase the risk of fire.
    • Have servicing performed by a qualified repair person using only identical replacement parts. This will ensure that the safety of the product is maintained.
    • Do not modify or attempt to repair the appliance or the battery pack except as indicated in the instructions for use and care.
    10. Important safety instructions for battery cartridge.
    • Before using the battery cartridge, read all instructions and cautionary markings on (1) battery charger, (2) battery, and (3) product using battery.
    • Do not disassemble or tamper with the battery cartridge. It may result in a fire, excessive heat, or explosion.
    • If operating time has become excessively shorter, stop operating immediately. It may result in a risk of overheating, possible burns, and even an explosion.
    • 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.
    • Do not store and use the tool and battery cartridge in locations where the temperature may reach or exceed 50 °C (122 °F).
    • Do not nail, cut, crush, throw, drop the battery cartridge, or hit a hard object to the battery cartridge. Such conduct may result in a fire, excessive heat, or explosion.
    • Do not use a damaged battery.
    • The contained lithium-ion batteries are subject to the Dangerous Goods Legislation requirements.
    For commercial transports e.g. by third parties or forwarding agents, the special requirements on packaging and labeling must be observed. For the preparation of the item being shipped, consulting an expert for hazardous material is required. Please also observe possibly more detailed national regulations. Tape or mask off open contacts and pack up the battery in such a manner that it cannot move around in the packaging.
    • Use the batteries only with the products specified by Makita. Installing the batteries to non-compliant products may result in a fire, excessive heat, explosion, or leak of electrolyte.
    • If the tool is not used for a long period of time, the battery must be removed from the tool.
    • During and after use, the battery cartridge may take on heat which can cause burns or low-temperature burns. Pay attention to the handling of hot battery cartridges.
    • Do not touch the terminal of the tool immediately after use as it may get hot enough to cause burns.
    • Do not allow chips, dust, or soil to be stuck into the terminals, holes, and grooves of the battery cartridge. It may result in poor performance or breakdown of the tool or battery cartridge.
    • Unless the tool supports the use near high-voltage electrical power lines, do not use the battery cartridge near high-voltage electrical power lines. It may result in a malfunction or breakdown of the tool or battery cartridge.
    • Keep the battery away from children.
  10. Tips for maintaining maximum battery life.
    • Charge the battery cartridge before completely discharged. Always stop tool operation and charge the battery cartridge when you notice less tool power.
    • Never recharge a fully charged battery cartridge. 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.
    • When not using the battery cartridge, remove it from the tool or the charger.
    • Charge the battery cartridge if you do not use it for a long period (more than six months).

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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 charger.
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Only for EU countries
Due to the presence of hazardous components in the equipment, waste electrical and electronic equipment, accumulators and batteries may have a negative impact on the environment and human health. Do not dispose of electrical and electronic appliances or batteries with household waste! In accordance with the European Directive on waste electrical and electronic equipment and accumulators and batteries and waste accumulators and batteries, as well as their adaptation to national law, waste electrical equipment, batteries, and accumulators should be stored separately and delivered to a separate collection point for municipal waste, operating in accordance with the regulations on environment protection. This is indicated by the symbol of the crossed-out wheeled bin placed on the equipment.

Do not stare at the operating lamp.

FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION

CAUTION: Always be sure that the appliance is switched off and the battery cartridge is removed before adjusting or checking function on the appliance.
Installing or removing the battery cartridge (Fig. 5)

CAUTION:

  • Always switch off the tool before installing or removing of the battery cartridge.
  • Hold the appliance and the battery cartridge firmly when installing or removing the battery cartridge. Failure to hold the appliance and the battery cartridge firmly may cause them to slip off your hands and result in damage to the appliance and battery cartridge and a personal injury.
  • Always install the battery cartridge fully until the red indicator cannot be seen. If not, it may accidentally fall out of the appliance, causing injury to you or someone around you.
  • Do not install the battery cartridge forcibly. If the cartridge does not slide in easily, it is not being inserted correctly.

To install the battery cartridge, align the tongue on the battery cartridge with the groove in the housing and slip it into place. Insert it all the way until it locks in place with a little click. If you can see the red indicator as shown in the figure, it is not locked completely. To remove the battery cartridge, slide it from the appliance while sliding the button on the front of the cartridge.

Indicating the remaining battery capacity (Fig. 6)
Press the check button on the battery cartridge to indicate the remaining battery capacity. The indicator lamps light up for a few seconds.
NOTE:

  • The first (far left) indicator lamp will blink when the battery protection system works.
  • When the two on the left side and the two on the right side of the indicator lamps light up alternately, the battery may have malfunctioned.

Overdischarge protection
When the battery capacity becomes low, the LED lights go out except one LED. Then approximately five to ten minutes later, the system automatically cuts off power.

Protections against other causes
Protection system is also designed for other causes that could damage the appliance and allows the appliance to stop automatically. Take all the following steps to clear the causes when the appliance has been brought to a temporary halt or stop in operation.

  1. Turn the appliance off, and then turn it on again to restart.
  2. Charge the battery(ies) or replace it/them with recharged battery(ies).
  3. Let the appliance and battery(ies) cool down.

If no improvement can be found by restoring protection system, then contact your local Makita Service Center.

Lighting up the light (Fig. 1)
CAUTION: Do not look in the light or see the source of light directly.
Press the light switch to turn on and change modes. The sequence is High mode / Medium mode / Low mode / Off / High mode for each press.
Head angle (Fig. 2)
The head can be rotated in seven stages for every 45°. (90° to the right and 180° to the left) And the head angle can be bend between 0 and 180° for every 30°.
CAUTION: When changing the head angle, be careful not to pinch your fingers between the head and the appliance body.

Metal Hook (Fig. 3)
The metal hook can be pulled out to the center position and rotated 360°.
Strap (Fig. 4)
Install the strap on the tool as illustrated.
CAUTION: Do not use the ring and strap hole for any other purpose than hanging the appliance. Otherwise, personal injury may occur.

MAINTENANCE

CAUTION: Always be sure that the appliance is switched off and the battery cartridge is removed before attempting to perform inspection or maintenance.
NOTICE: Never use gasoline, benzine, thinner, alcohol, or the like. Discoloration, deformation, or cracks may result.
To maintain product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs, and any other maintenance or adjustment should be performed by Makita Authorized or Factory Service Centers, always using Makita replacement parts.

Makita Europe N.V. Jan-Baptist Vinkstraat 2, 3070 Kortenberg, Belgium
Makita Corporation 3-11-8, Sumiyoshi-cho, Anjo, Aichi 446-8502 Japan

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