Demolition Hammer
MODEL HM1500
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DOUBLE
INSULATION
I N S T R U C T I O N M A N U A L
WARNING:
For your personal safety, READ and UNDERSTAND before using.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
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6. Do not expose power tools to rain or wet
conditions. Water entering a power tool will
increase the risk of electric shock.
Tool Use and Care
15. Use clamps or other practical way to
secure and support the workpiece to a
stable platform. Holding the work by hand or
against your body is unstable and may lead
to loss of control.
7. Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord
to carry the tools or pull the plug from an
outlet. Keep cord away from heat, oil,
sharp edges or moving parts. Replace
damaged cords immediately. Damaged
cords increase the risk of electric shock.
16. Do not force tool. Use the correct tool for
your application. The correct tool will do the
job better and safer at the rate for which it is
designed.
8. When operating a power tool outside, use
an outdoor extension cord marked “W-A”
or “W”. These cords are rated for outdoor
use and reduce the risk of electric shock.
17. Do not use tool if switch does not turn it
on or off. Any tool that cannot be controlled
with the switch is dangerous and must be
repaired.
Personal Safety
9. Stay alert, watch what you are doing and
use common sense when operating a
power tool. Do not use tool while tired or
under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or
medication. A moment of inattention while
operating power tools may result in serious
personal injury.
18. Disconnect the plug from the power
source before making any adjustments,
changing accessories, or storing the tool.
Such preventive safety measures reduce the
risk of starting the tool accidentally.
19. Store idle tools out of reach of children
and other untrained persons. Tools are
dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
10. Dress properly. Do not wear loose cloth-
ing or jewelry. Contain long hair. Keep
your hair, clothing, and gloves away from
moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry, or long
hair can be caught in moving parts.
20. Maintain tools with care. Keep cutting
tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained
tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely
to bind and are easier to control.
11. Avoid accidental starting. Be sure switch
is off before plugging in. Carrying tools with
your finger on the switch or plugging in tools
that have the switch on invites accidents.
21. Check for misalignment or binding of
moving parts, breakage of parts, and any
other condition that may affect the tools
operation. If damaged, have the tool ser-
viced before using. Many accidents are
caused by poorly maintained tools.
12. Remove adjusting keys or wrenches
before turning the tool on. A wrench or a
key that is left attached to a rotating part of
the tool may result in personal injury.
22. Use only accessories that are recom-
mended by the manufacturer for your
model. Accessories that may be suitable for
one tool, may become hazardous when used
on another tool.
13. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing
and balance at all times. Proper footing and
balance enables better control of the tool in
unexpected situations.
SERVICE
14. Use safety equipment. Always wear eye
protection. Dust mask, non-skid safety
shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection must
be used for appropriate conditions. Ordinary
eye or sun glasses are NOT eye protection.
23. Tool service must be performed only by
qualified repair personnel. Service or main-
tenance performed by unqualified personnel
could result in a risk of injury.
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24. When servicing a tool, use only identical
replacement parts. Follow instructions in
the Maintenance section of this manual.
Use of unauthorized parts or failure to follow
Maintenance instructions may create a risk of
electric shock or injury.
USE PROPER EXTENSION CORD: Make sure your extension cord is in good condition.
When using an extension cord, be sure to use one heavy enough to carry the current your
product will draw. An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of
power and overheating. Table 1 shows the correct size to use depending on cord length and
nameplate ampere rating. If in doubt, use the next heavier gage. The smaller the gage num-
ber, the heavier the cord.
Table 1: Minimum gage for cord
Volts
120 V
Total length of cord in feet
Ampere Rating
25 ft.
50 ft.
100 ft.
150 ft.
More Than
Not More Than
AWG
0
6
10
12
6
18
18
16
14
16
16
16
12
16
14
14
14
12
12
10
12
16
Not Recommended
SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES
USB009-2
DO NOT let comfort or familiarity with product (gained from
repeated use) replace strict adherence to hammer safety rules.
If you use this tool unsafely or incorrectly, you can suffer seri-
ous personal injury.
1. Hold tools by insulated gripping surfaces
when performing an operation where the
cutting tool may contact hidden wiring or
its own cord. Contact with a “live” wire will
make exposed metal parts of the tool “live”
and shock the operator.
is also highly recommended that you wear
a dust mask and thickly padded gloves.
4. Be sure the bit is secured in place before
operation.
5. Under normal operation, the tool is
designed to produce vibration. The
screws can come loose easily, causing a
breakdown or accident. Check tightness
of screws carefully before operation.
2. Wear ear protectors when using the tool
for extended periods. Prolonged exposure
to high intensity noise can cause hearing
loss.
6. In cold weather or when the tool has not
been used for a long time, let the tool
warm up for a while by operating it under
no load. This will loosen up the lubrica-
3. Wear a hard hat (safety helmet), safety
glasses and/or face shield. Ordinary eye
or sun glasses are NOT safety glasses. It
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tion. Without proper warm-up, hammering
operation is difficult.
11. Do not point the tool at any one in the area
when operating. The bit could fly out and
injure someone seriously.
7. Always be sure you have a firm footing.
Be sure no one is below when using the
tool in high locations.
12. Do not touch the bit or parts close to the
bit immediately after operation; they may
be extremely hot and could burn your
skin.
8. Hold the tool firmly with both hands.
9. Keep hands away from moving parts.
13. Some material contains chemicals which
may be toxic. Take caution to prevent dust
inhalation and skin contact. Follow mate-
rial supplier safety data.
10. Do not leave the tool running. Operate the
tool only when hand-held.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING:
MISUSE or failure to follow the safety rules stated in this
instruction manual may cause serious personal injury.
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FUNCTIONAL
DESCRIPTION
CAUTION:
•
Always be sure that the tool is switched off and
unplugged before adjusting or checking function on the
tool.
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Switch action
CAUTION:
1
2
•
Before plugging in the tool, always check to see that the
switch trigger actuates properly and returns to the “OFF”
position when released.
•
Switch can be locked in “ON” position for ease of
operator comfort during extended use. Apply caution
when locking tool in “ON” position and maintain firm
grasp on tool.
1. Lock button
2. Switch trigger
To start the tool, simply pull the switch trigger. Release the
switch trigger to stop.
For continuous operation, pull the switch trigger and then
push in the lock button.
To stop the tool from the locked position, pull the switch trig-
ger fully, then release it.
ASSEMBLY
CAUTION:
•
Always be sure that the tool is switched off and
unplugged before carrying out any work on the tool.
002909
Side handle (auxiliary handle)
1
The side handle can be secured in any position. Loosen the
nut and swing the side handle to the desired position. Then
tighten the nut firmly to secure the side handle. If the set bolt
turns together with the nut when you turn the nut, set the set
bolt so that the projecting portion of the side handle is fitted
into the notch in the bolt head.
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2
3
4
1. Projecting portion of side handle
2. Notch in set bolt
3. Set bolt
4. Nut
5. Side handle
6
002932
Installing or removing the bit
Pull out and turn the tool retainer so that the boss on the tool
retainer faces in the direction of the arrow. Insert the bit into
the tool holder as far as it will go.
1
2
1. Bull point
2. Tool retainer
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Then pull out and turn the tool retainer 180 degrees to
secure the bit.
1
To remove the bit, follow the installation procedure in reverse.
1. Boss
OPERATION
Chipping/Scaling/Demolition
Hold the tool firmly with both hands. Turn the tool on and
apply slight pressure on the tool so that the tool will not
bounce around, uncontrolled. Pressing very hard on the tool
will not increase the efficiency.
MAINTENANCE
CAUTION:
•
Always be sure that the tool is switched off and
unplugged before attempting to perform inspection or
maintenance.
001146
Replacing carbon brushes
When the resin insulating tip inside the carbon brush is
exposed to contact the commutator, it will automatically shut
off the motor. When this occurs, both carbon brushes should
be replaced. Keep the carbon brushes clean and free to slip
in the holders. Both carbon brushes should be replaced at
the same time. Use only identical carbon brushes.
2
3
1
1. Commutator
2. Insulating tip
3. Carbon brush
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002957
Use a screwdriver to remove the holder cap plates.
1
2
1. Screwdriver
2. Holder cap plate
002958
Use a screwdriver to remove the brush holder caps. Take out
the worn carbon brushes, insert the new ones and secure
the brush holder caps.
1
2
1. Screwdriver
2. Brush holder cap
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Lubrication
1
This tool requires no hourly or daily lubrication because it
has a grease-packed lubrication system. It should be relubri-
cated after every 6 months of operation. Send the complete
tool to Makita Authorized or Factory Service Center for this
lubrication service. However, if circumstances require that
you should lubricate it by yourself, proceed as follows.
2
1. Screwdriver
2. Plate 50
First, switch off and unplug the tool.
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Remove the plate 50 using a screwdriver, then replenish with
fresh grease (60 g; 2 oz). Use only Makita genuine hammer
grease (optional accessory). Filling with more than the speci-
fied amount of grease (approx. 60 g; 2 oz) can cause faulty
hammering action or tool failure. Fill only with the specified
amount of grease.
1
Reinstall the plate 50 and secure with the screws.
1. Hammer grease
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.
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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.
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•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
Bull point
Cold chisel
Scaling chisel
Clay spade
Rammer
Safety goggles
Hammer grease
Hex wrench
Steel carrying case
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Memo
10
Memo
11
Memo
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construction activities contains chemicals known to the State of California
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of these chemicals are:
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• arsenic and chromium from chemically-treated lumber.
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