FAQ

No, Makita chargers are designed so that they will not overcharge a Lithium-Ion battery. For example, the Makita Rapid Optimum Charger (DC18RC) communicates with Makita 18V Lithium-Ion batteries to detect its charge level. Upon reaching a full charge, the charger goes into a maintenance mode and actively monitors the battery's charge level to keep it fully charged.

You can find the description in the Owner Manual of DC18RC.

• Flashing Green Light – Ready to charge
• Solid red light – Charging (Battery is below 80% charge)
• Solid red and green light – Charging (Battery is above 80% charge)
• Solid green light - Charging complete
• Flashing red light - Delay in charging (Battery is cooling or the battery is too cold to charge)
• Flashing red and green light – Defective battery
• Flashing yellow light - Cooling abnormality
• Solid yellow light - Conditioning

The LXT® 18V battery is compatible with all our LXT® solutions that have Star Protection Comuter Controls ™ , This line up has 150+ solutions.

Each Makita Lithium-Ion Power Tool, Battery and Charger is warranted to be free of defects from workmanship and materials for the period of THREE YEARS from the date of original purchase.

The offer a range of options including: 1.5, 2.0, 3.0, 4.0, 5.0 and 6.0 ah.

Makita recommends simply charging a brand new battery to a full charge before using it. The charge time for the batteries are as follows: 1.5ah = 15 mins, 2.0ah = 20 mins, 3.0ah = 30 mins, 4.0ah = 40 mins, 5.0ah = 45 mins, 6.0ah = 60 mins.

No, do not disassemble battery cartridge.

• BL1815 and BL1820B - 0.85lbs
• BL1830B-BL1860B – 1.35lbs

Yes proof of purchase is needed.

Slide compound miter saws typically deliver larger cross-cutting capacity over comparable non-slide compound miter saws.

A typical 12" Miter Saw will deliver more cutting capacity in both crosscut and vertical cutting height compared to a 10" miter saw. With its smaller blade, a 10" saw typically has less blade run out and deflection, and is frequently more accurate and ideal for making specialty cuts.

Makita 2-cycle power cutters require a 50:1 mixture with synthetic oil (part numbers T-00739 6.4 oz., or T-00745 2.6 oz.). Please refer to the Instruction Manual to confirm the proper grade of oil.

Makita power cutters come with a five-stage filter system with Advanced Directional Air Flow for increased performance and easy maintenance. The foam pre-filter should be checked and cleaned daily or at least every four operating hours when cutting with high dust amounts. When cutting wet or when cutting steel, the foam pre-filter should be cleaned weekly or every 25 operating hours (never use compressed air to clean the filters). The smaller inner filter can be washed in lukewarm soapy water with regular dishwashing liquid or Makita filter cleaner, and allowed to air dry. The paper air filter insert can be slightly opened and tapped against a clean surface, but should never be washed.

Hammer drills receive their hammering action from two cams striking each other. A rotary hammer is electro-pneumatic, getting its hammering energy from air pressure. Hammer drills are best used for setting small anchors in unreinforced concrete, as well as stucco, masonry, and block wall. Rotary hammers are engineered for use on both reinforced and unreinforced concrete, as well as stucco, masonry, and block wall.

Some rotary hammers can do light demolition work, like chipping tile. But for heavy or extended demolition work, a demolition hammer is the better tool for the job.

AVT® (Anti-Vibration Technology) is Makita's exclusive counterbalance system that reduces vibration up to 3-times less than competitive models. With AVT®, the hammering energy is focused on the work surface and less vibration is directed at the tool and the tool user.

The arrow on the piston should be pointing towards the muffler.

Makita makes a range of drywall screwdrivers with a variety of features for different applications. In general, a lower RPM setting will deliver higher torque which is often best for fastening screws into wood studs. However, it ultimately comes down to user preference.

Impact drivers are engineered to deliver more speed and more torque in a smaller package. The combination of speed and torque is a perfect combination for all fastening applications, including long screws for building a deck. Another option is a high torque corded screwdriver, with 2500 RPM being best for deck screws. Makita offers a range of impact driver and screwdriver solutions.

No, it can only be used on the DA4000LR and the 6304LR.

In order to use a cut-off wheel, the Makita grinder must be equipped with an approved cut-off wheel guard for the particular grinder. Consult the grinder's Instruction Manual to determine the proper guard. Also, grinder accessories must be rated for at least the speed recommended on the tool warning label.

Select Makita grinders can be used as a disc sander. Consult the tool's Instruction Manual for confirmation of the proper accessories and their use.

Hubbed grinding wheels are made with the inner flange and lock nut mounted on the wheel. On a depressed center wheel, the inner flange and lock nut are not attached to the wheel and must be fastened separately with the lock-nut wrench during installation.

Makita has one of the largest assortments of angle grinders, ranging in size from 4" to 9". The grinder model best for you depends on several factors based on your application. As a result, Makita manufactures angle grinders at different sizes with different types of grips, switch configurations as well as RPMs to best handle your application.

SJS® (Super Joint System) is an innovation from Makita engineering where the motor armature and spiral bevel gear are linked by a coil spring. If the grinding wheel catches or binds, the coil spring relaxes and disengages the gears from the motor. As the grinding wheel stops, the gears and motor are protected.

Pull the starter rope three times with the decompression valve out.

Compression should be between 130 PSI and 150 PSI.

Makita offers 2-cycle engine oil for use in its products equipped with 2-cycle engines. But any TC3-grade 2-cycle oil is formulated for use in these products. Please refer to the Instruction Manual to confirm the proper grade of oil on your particular model.

You should never use motor oil in place of chain bar oil because most motor oils have detergents in them.

The models that end in an "R" are brushless self-exciting two pole single phase revolving field. The models that end in an "L" have brushes in the motor.

Yes, each model has a separate part number for the engine.

4-cycle equipment is engineered for better fuel economy and is up to 60% more efficient than 2-cycle equipment. In addition, 4-cycle equipment has reduced exhaust emissions over 2-cycle equipment. Also, 4-cycle uses unleaded fuel and does not require fuel-oil mixture.

Yes. Makita 4-cycle equipment does not require fuel-oil mixture, but it does require a small amount of motor oil in the motor (SAE 10W-30 of API classification, class SF or higher). Please refer to the Instruction Manual for a recommended maintenance schedule.

Makita offers a range of reciprocating saw blades that are engineered for residential, commercial and industrial applications. Most common reciprocal blades are compatible for use on Makita reciprocal saws, but verify in your tool's Instruction Manual prior to use.

Hypoid gears, like those in the Makita 5377MG 7-1/4" Magnesium Hypoid Circular Saw, are engineered with heat-treated hypoid steel gears designed to last longer and prevent premature wear often found in traditional bronze-alloy worm-drive gears. The hypoid gears also have greater surface contact and deliver more power.

Makita's JR3070CT is equipped with Anti-Vibration Technology (AVT), Makita’s exclusive counterbalance system that reduces vibration up to 3-times less than competitive models. With less vibration, the JR3070CT cuts more efficiently for increased cutting performance. Makita’s AVT is also available in select Makita rotary and demolition hammers.

If applied properly, both types of sanders can be effective per their specific applications. Random orbit sanders typically remove more material in less time, as the sanding base moves in an orbital and rotating random motion. Refer to the Instruction Manual for proper use and applications for your specific sander.

Yes. All Makita belts have a directional arrow marking which is visible on the inside and on the outside to follow for proper belt installation. Follow the installation procedure outlined in the Instruction Manual.

Yes. Makita offers a PSA pad (part 743056-7) which will allow you to use PSA paper.

I have a model BO4556 sander and my dust bag is not collecting the dust. What could be causing this?

No. Please refer to the Instruction Manual for proper use and accessories for your Makita planer.

It is not necessary to use a straight guide on your router when using a ball bearing pilot bit, because the bearing on the bit acts as your guide. Always refer to your Instruction Manual for proper usage.

Yes, Makita's RD1101/ RF1101, RP1800 and RP2301FC routers can be equipped to use your Porter Cable® template guides by using the compatible guide adaptor.

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