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What are the specifications for the MAKITA DFL061F?
The specifications for the MAKITA DFL061F and related models are as follows:
| Model | MAKITA DFL061F | DFL082F | DFL122F | DFL202F |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fastening torque (Hard joint) | 1.5 – 6 N·m (13 – 53 in·lbs) | 2 – 8 N·m (18 – 71 in·lbs) | 5 – 12 N·m (44 – 106 in·lbs) | 8 – 20 N·m (71 – 177 in·lbs) |
| Fastening torque (Soft joint) | 1.5 – 6 N·m (13 – 53 in·lbs) | 2 – 8 N·m (18 – 71 in·lbs) | 5 – 12 N·m (44 – 106 in·lbs) | 8 – 20 N·m (71 – 177 in·lbs) |
| Angle drive head | 9.5 mm (3/8″) square, 6.35 mm (1/4″) square or 6.35 mm (1/4″) hex | 9.5 mm (3/8″) square, 6.35 mm (1/4″) square or 6.35 mm (1/4″) hex | 9.5 mm (3/8″) square, 6.35 mm (1/4″) square or 6.35 mm (1/4″) hex | 9.5 mm (3/8″) square, 6.35 mm (1/4″) square or 6.35 mm (1/4″) hex |
| No load speed (RPM) | 470 /min | 700 /min | 410 /min | 220 /min |
| Rated voltage | D.C. 14.4 V | D.C. 14.4 V | D.C. 14.4 V | D.C. 14.4 V |
How do I install or remove the battery cartridge on the MAKITA DFL061F?
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 on the upper side of the button, it is not locked completely. Always install the battery cartridge fully until the red indicator cannot be seen. If not, it may accidentally fall out of the tool, 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 remove the battery cartridge: Slide it from the tool while sliding the button on the front of the cartridge.
Always switch off the tool before installing or removing the battery cartridge. Hold the tool and the battery cartridge firmly when installing or removing the battery cartridge.
What are the tips for maintaining maximum battery life for the MAKITA DFL061F?
1. Charge the battery cartridge before completely discharged. Always stop tool operation and charge the battery cartridge when you notice less tool power.
2. Never recharge a fully charged battery cartridge. Overcharging shortens the battery service life.
3. 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.
4. Charge the battery cartridge if you do not use it for a long period (more than six months).
How do I check the remaining battery capacity on the MAKITA DFL061F?
When the tool is switched on, the lamps will light to indicate the remaining battery capacity. When the tool is switched off, the light goes out after approx. 5 seconds. When pushing the check button with the tool switched off, the indicator lamps turn on for approx. 5 seconds to show battery capacity.
Indicator Status:
- 3 Lamps: 70%-100%
- 2 Lamps: 50%-70%
- 1 Lamp: 35%-50%
- 0 Lamps (Orange lamp flickers): 20%-35% (Auto-stop mechanism activated due to little remaining capacity. Charge the battery.)
If the tool does not start, the battery is overheated. In this situation, let the battery cool before pulling the switch trigger again. If the battery capacity is not enough, the tool stops automatically and the battery indicator shows low voltage state (0%-20%).
How do I operate the switch trigger on the MAKITA DFL061F?
To start the tool, simply pull the switch trigger. Release the switch trigger to stop. Before inserting the battery cartridge into the tool, always check to see that the switch trigger actuates properly and returns to the “OFF” position when released.
How do I use the reversing switch on the MAKITA DFL061F?
This tool has a reversing switch to change the direction of rotation.
1. Depress the reversing switch lever from the A side for clockwise rotation.
2. Depress the reversing switch lever from the B side for counterclockwise rotation.
When the reversing switch lever is in the neutral position, the switch trigger cannot be pulled. Always check the direction of rotation before operation. Use the reversing switch only after the tool comes to a complete stop. When not operating the tool, always set the reversing switch lever to the neutral position.
How do I operate the lamp on the MAKITA DFL061F?
Pull the switch trigger to light up the lamp. The lamp keeps on lighting while the switch trigger is being pulled. The light automatically goes out 10 seconds after the switch trigger is released. Do not look in the light or see the source of light directly.
What do the LED indicators and beepers indicate on the MAKITA DFL061F?
| Function | Status | LED Indicator | Beeper | Action to be taken |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Auto-stop fastening | This function works when the tool has reached the preset fastening torque and normal tightening has been completed. This helps overtightening to be avoided. | Lights up in green for approximately one second. | — | — |
| Delayed re-start | For approximately one second after auto-stop fastening, the tool does not start even if the switch trigger is pulled. | — | — | — |
| Warning against insufficient fastening | Insufficient fastening has been performed when the switch trigger has released before reaching the preset fastening torque. | Lights up in red. | A long beep | Retighten the screw. |
| Warning for battery cartridge capacity | This indicates the appropriate time to replace the battery cartridge when the battery power becomes low. | Flickers in red slowly. | A series of long beeps | Replace the battery with fully charged one. |
| Checking the remaining battery capacity, Autostop | This function works when the battery power is almost used up. At this time, tool stops immediately. | Lights up in red. | A long beep | Replace the battery with fully charged one. |
| Check the LED indicator, lamp and beeper operation | This function works to check the proper operation of the LED indicator, lamp and beeper when a battery cartridge has been inserted into the tool. | Lights up first in green, next red. (And then the lamp comes on.) | A series of very short beeps | — |
| Anti-reset of controller | This function works when an abnormal drop of the battery voltage occurs for some reason, and the tool stops. | Flickers in red and green alternatively. | A series of short beeps | Replace the battery with fully charged one. |
| Overheat | This function works when the temperature of the controller goes up very highly, and the tool stops. | Flickers in red quickly. | A series of short beeps | Remove the battery cartridge immediately and cool the tool down. |
| Operation error of the switch trigger | This function works to avoid the tool’s immediate start upon insertion of battery cartridge into the tool with the switch trigger being pulled. | Flickers in red and green alternatively. | A series of short beeps | Release the switch trigger. |
| Warning for limit of the fastening capacity | The tool automatically stops without the clutch working when exceeding the fastening capacity limit. | Flickers in red and green alternatively. | A series of short beeps | Remove the battery cartridge and then install it again. Be sure to use the tool under load within its capacity. |
How do I adjust the fastening torque on the MAKITA DFL061F?
When you wish to drive machine screws, wood screws, hex bolts, etc. with a predetermined torque, adjust the fastening torque as follows:
1. First remove the battery cartridge from the tool.
2. Loosen the screws securing the lamp cover.
3. Rotate the ring in the front of the tool by hand so that a hole can be seen below the ring.
4. Place the battery cartridge in place and pull the switch trigger. Release it so that the adjusting ring rotates and becomes visible in the hole. And then remove the battery cartridge.
5. Use an optional adjusting grip to adjust the fastening torque. Insert the pin of the adjusting grip into the hole in the front of the tool. And then, turn the adjusting grip clockwise to set a greater fastening torque, and counterclockwise to set a smaller fastening torque.
6. Align the edge of the adjusting ring with your desired number on the fastening torque scale.
7. Align the yellow line with your desired number on the fastening torque scale.
8. Insert the battery cartridge and be sure that a fastening torque has been set up by using a fastening torque tester.
9. Tighten the screws to secure the lamp cover and then rotate the ring in front of the tool until the ring is locked.
Note: Numbers on the fastening torque scale are a guideline to set up your desired fastening torque.
How do I install or remove a socket on the MAKITA DFL061F?
To install the socket: Push it onto the square drive of the tool with one hand by depressing a pin on the square drive with another hand until it locks into place.
To remove the socket: Simply pull it off depressing the pin on the square drive.
How do I install or remove a screw bit on the MAKITA DFL061F?
For tools with retracting sleeve:
To install the bit, pull the sleeve in the direction of the arrow and insert the bit into the sleeve as far as it will go. Then release the sleeve to secure the bit.
To remove the bit, pull the sleeve in the direction of the arrow and pull the bit out firmly.
For tools without retracting sleeve:
To install the bit, just insert the bit into the spindle as far as it will go. To remove the bit, pull the bit out firmly.
How should I operate the MAKITA DFL061F when fastening?
Hold the tool firmly and place the socket over the bolt or nut. Then switch the tool on. When the clutch cuts in, the motor will stop automatically. Then release the switch trigger. Hold the tool with its square drive pointed straight at the bolt or nut, or the bolt or nut will be damaged.
What are the limits of fastening capacity for the MAKITA DFL061F?
Use the tool within the range of the revolution angle up to 360°. If you use the tool beyond the upper limit of this range, the clutch does not work. And the tool cannot deliver enough fastening torque (LED flickers in red and green alternatively).
The revolution angle means the angle which a screw/bolt revolves when the tool attains to 100% from 50% of desired torque. Use of a low temperature conditioned battery cartridge may sometimes give warning for battery cartridge capacity by warning lamp and beeper which makes the tool stop immediately. In this case, the fastening capacity may be inferior to the specification in the manual even if a charged battery cartridge is used.
How do I replace the carbon brushes on the MAKITA DFL061F?
Remove and check the carbon brushes regularly. Replace when they wear down to the limit mark. 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.
1. Use a screwdriver to remove the brush holder caps.
2. Take out the worn carbon brushes.
3. Insert the new ones and secure the brush holder caps.
Always be sure that the tool is switched off and the battery cartridge is removed before attempting to perform inspection or maintenance.
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