makita 6807 Electric Drywall Screwdriver Instruction Manual
makita 6807 Electric Drywall Screwdriver

SPECIFICATIONS

Model 6807
Capacities Self drilling screw High 6 mm (1/4″)
Drywall screw Low 8 mm (5/16″)
No load speed (RPM) High 5 mm (3/16″)
Low 5 mm (3/16″)
Overall length 318 mm (12-1/2″)
Net weight 2.0 kg (4.4 lbs)
  • 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.
  • Weight according to EPTA-Procedure 01/2003

General Power Tool Safety

Warnings
Warning Icon WARNING Read all safety warnings and all instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.

Save all warnings and instructions for future reference. 

The term “power tool” in the warnings refers to your mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated (cordless) power tool.

Work area safety

  1. Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents.
  2. Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases or dust. Power tools create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes.
  3. Keep children and bystanders away while operating a power tool. Distractions can cause you to lose control.
    Electrical Safety
  4. Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never modify the plug in any way. Do not use any adapter plugs with earthed (grounded) power tools. Unmodified plugs and matching outlets will reduce risk of electric shock.
  5. Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces such as pipes, radiators, ranges and refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is earthed or grounded.
  6. Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of electric shock.
  7. Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for carrying, pulling or unplugging the power tool.
    Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts. Damaged or entangled cords increase the risk of electric shock.
  8. When operating a power tool outdoors, use an extension cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock.
  9. If operating a power tool in a damp location is unavoidable, use a ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) protected supply. Use of an GFCI reduces the risk of electric shock.
    Personal Safety
  10. Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a power tool.
    Do not use a power tool while you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury.
  11. Use personal protective equipment. Always wear eye protection. Protective equipment such as dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection used for appropriate conditions will reduce personal injuries.
  12. Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is in the off-position before connecting to power source and/or battery pack, picking up or carrying the tool. . Carrying power tools with your finger on the switch or energising power tools that have the switch on invites accidents.
  13. Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning the power tool on. A wrench or a key left attached to a rotating part of the power tool may result in personal injury.
  14. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. This enables better control of the power tool in unexpected situations.
  15. Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery. Keep your hair, clothing, and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewellery or long hair can be caught in moving parts.
  16. If devices are provided for the connection of dust extraction and collection facilities, ensure these are connected and properly used. Use of dust collection can reduce dustrelated hazards.
    Power tool use and care
  17. Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power tool for your application. The correct power tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed.
  18. Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn it on and off. Any power tool that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
  19. Disconnect the plug from the power source and/or the battery pack from the power tool before making any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing power tools. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the power tool accidentally.
  20. Store idle power tools out of the reach of children and do not allow persons unfamiliar with the power tool or these instructions to operate the power tool. Power tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
  21. Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts and any other condition that may affect the power tool’s operation. If damaged, have the power tool repaired before use. Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained power tools.
  22. Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control.
  23. Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc. in accordance with these instructions, taking into account the working conditions and the work to be performed. Use of the power tool for operations different from those intended could result in a hazardous situation. Service
  24. Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair person using only identical replacement parts. This will ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained.
  25. Follow instruction for lubricating and changing accessories.
  26. Keep handles dry, clean and free from oil and grease.

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 number, the heavier the cord.

Table 1: Minimum gage for cord

Ampere Rating Volts Total length of cord in feet
120V 25 ft. 50 ft. 100 ft. 150 ft.
220V – 240V 50 ft. 100 ft. 200 ft. 300 ft.
More Than Not More Than AWG
0 6 Ampere Rating 18 16 16 14
6 10 18 16 14 12
10 12 16 16 14 12
12 16 14 12 Not Recommended

SCREWDRIVER SAFETY

WARNINGS

  1. Hold power tool by insulated gripping surfaces, when performing an operation where the fastener may contact hidden wiring or its own cord. Fasteners contacting a “live” wire may make exposed metal parts of the power tool “live” and could give the operator an electric shock.
  2. Always be sure you have a firm footing.
    Be sure no one is below when using the tool in high locations.
  3. Hold the tool firmly.
  4. Keep hands away from rotating parts.
  5. Do not touch the bit or the work piece immediately after operation; they may be extremely hot and could burn your skin.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.

Warning Icon WARNING:
DO NOT let comfort or familiarity with product (gained from repeated use) replace strict adherence to safety rules for the subject product. MISUSE or failure to follow the safety rules stated in this instruction manual may cause serious personal injury.

Symbols

The followings show the symbols used for tool.

V: volts
A: amperes
Hz: hertz
Icon :alternating current
Icon :no load speed
Icon :Class II Construction
…/min r/min :revolutions or reciprocation per minute

FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION

Warning Icon CAUTION:

  • Always be sure that the tool is switched off and unplugged before adjusting or checking function on the tool.

Depth adjustment

  1. Locking sleeve
    Depth adjustment

The depth can be adjusted by turning the locking sleeve.
Turn it in “A” direction for less depth and in “B” direction for more depth. One full turn of the locking sleeve equals 1.5 mm (1/16″) change in depth.
Adjust the locking sleeve so that the distance between the tip of the locator and the screw head is approximately 1 mm (3/64″) as shown in the figure.
Drive a trial screw into your material or a piece of duplicate material. If the depth is still not suitable for the screw, continue adjusting until you obtain the proper depth setting.

  1. Approx. 1mm (3/64″)
  2. Locator
    Depth adjustment
  1. Approx. 1mm (3/64″)
  2. Locator
    Depth adjustment

Switch action

  1. Switch trigger
  2. Lock button
    Switch action

Warning Icon CAUTION:

  • Before plugging in the tool, always check to see that the switch trigger actuates properly and returns to the “OFF” position when released.

To start the tool, simply pull the switch trigger. Tool speed is increased by increasing pressure on 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 trigger fully, then release it.

NOTE:

  • Even with the switch on and motor running, the bit will not rotate until you fit the point of the bit in the screw head and apply forward pressure to engage the clutch.

Reversing switch action

  1. Reversing switch lever
    Reversing switch action

This tool has a reversing switch to change the direction of rotation. Move the reversing switch lever to the position (A side) for clockwise rotation or the position (B side) for counterclockwise rotation.

Warning Icon CAUTION:

  • Always check the direction of rotation before operation.
  • Use the reversing switch only after the tool comes to a complete stop. Changing the direction of rotation before the tool stops may damage the tool.

Speed change knob

  1. Speed change knob
  2. Pointer
    Speed change knob

Two rpm ranges can be preselected with the speed change knob.
For low speed range (0 – 1,000 rpm), turn the knob so that the pointer points to the number 1 marked on the knob. (Fig.A)
For high speed range (0 – 2,200 rpm), turn the knob so that the pointer points to the number 2. (Fig.B)
If it is hard to turn the knob, pull the switch trigger halfway for running the tool at low speed and turn the knob again.

Warning Icon CAUTION:

  • Do not turn the knob while the tool is running at full speed. Malfunction of the tool may result.

ASSEMBLY

Warning Icon CAUTION:

  • Always be sure that the tool is switched off and unplugged before carrying out any work on the tool.

Installing side grip (auxiliary handle)

Warning Icon CAUTION:

  • Always be sure that the side grip is installed securely before operation.
    Installing side grip

Screw the side grip on the tool securely. The side grip can be installed on either side of the tool, whichever is convenient.

Installing or removing the bit

  1. Locator
  2. Locking sleeve
    Installing or removing the bit
  1. Locator
  2. Bit
  3. Magnetic bit holder
    Installing or removing the bit

To remove the bit, first pull the locator out of the locking sleeve. Then grasp the bit with a pair of pliers and pull the bit out of the magnetic bit holder. Sometimes, it helps to wiggle the bit with the pliers as you pull.
To install the bit, push it firmly into the magnetic bit holder. Then install the locator by pushing it firmly back onto the locking sleeve.

OPERATION

Fit the screw on the point of the bit and place the point of the screw on the surface of the workpiece to be fastened. Apply pressure to the tool and start it. Withdraw the tool as soon as the clutch cuts in. Then release the switch trigger.

Warning Icon CAUTION:

  • When fitting the screw onto the point of the bit, be careful not to push in on the screw. If the screw is pushed in, the clutch will engage and the screw will rotate suddenly. This could damage a work piece or cause an injury.
  • Make sure that the bit is inserted straight in the screw head, or the screw and/or bit may be damaged.

MAINTENANCE

Warning Icon CAUTION:

  • Always be sure that the tool is switched off and unplugged before attempting to perform inspection or maintenance.
  • Never use gasoline, benzine, thinner, alcohol or the like. Discoloration, deformation or cracks may result.

To maintain product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs, carbon brush inspection and replacement, any other maintenance or adjustment should be performed by Makita Authorized or Factory Service Centers, always using Makita replacement parts.

OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES

Warning Icon 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.

  • Phillips bits
  • Magnetic bit holder
  • Magnetic socket bit

NOTE:

  • Some items in the list may be included in the tool package as standard accessories. They may differ from country to country.

MAKITA LIMITED ONE YEAR WARRANTY

Warranty Policy
Every Makita tool is thoroughly inspected and tested before leaving the factory. It is warranted to be free of defects from workmanship and materials for the period of ONE YEAR from the date of original purchase. Should any trouble develop during this one year period, return the COMPLETE tool, freight prepaid, to one of Makita’s Factory or Authorized Service Centers. If inspection shows the trouble is caused by defective workmanship or material, Makita will repair (or at our option, replace) without charge.

This Warranty does not apply where:

  • repairs have been made or attempted by others:
  • repairs are required because of normal wear and tear:
  • the tool has been abused, misused or improperly maintained:
  • alterations have been made to the tool.

IN NO EVENT SHALL MAKITA BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES FROM THE SALE OR USE OF THE PRODUCT. THIS DISCLAIMER APPLIES BOTH DURING AND AFTER THE TERM OF THIS WARRANTY.
MAKITA DISCLAIMS LIABILITY FOR ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF “MERCHANT ABILITY” AND “FITNESS FOR A SPECIFIC PURPOSE,” AFTER THE ONE YEAR TERM OF THIS WARRANTY.

This Warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you. Some states do not allow limitation on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not apply to you. repairs have been made or attempted by others: repairs are required because of normal wear and tear: the tool has been abused, misused or improperly maintained: alterations have been made to the tool.
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WARNING

Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction activities contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some examples of these chemicals are:

  • lead from lead-based paints,
  • crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products, and
  • arsenic and chromium from chemically-treated lumber.

Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on how often you do this type of work. To reduce your exposure to these chemicals: work in a well ventilated area, and work with approved safety equipment, such as those dust masks that are specially designed to filter out microscopic particles.

Makita Corporation
3-11-8, Sumiyoshi-cho, Anjo, Aichi 446-8502 Japan
www.makita.com

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Documents / Resources

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