Demolition Hammer

HM1200
HM1200B
HM1200K

HM1200B

DOUBLE
INSULATION
SPECIFICATIONS
Model HM1200 HM1200B HM1200K
Blows per minute ............................................................................................... 2,000 2,000 2,000
Overall length..................................................................................................... 480 mm 490 mm 490 mm
Net weight .......................................................................................................... 8.3 kg 9.4 kg 9.1 kg

• Due to our continuing programme of research and development, the specifications herein are subject to
change without notice.
• Note: Specifications may differ from country to country.
For European countries only EC-DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
ENH101-5
Noise and Vibration of Model HM1200 We declare under our sole responsibility that this product
ENG006-2-V4 is in compliance with the following standards of standard-
The typical A-weighted noise levels are ized documents,
sound pressure level: 97 dB (A) EN60745, EN55014, EN61000
sound power level: 108 dB (A) in accordance with Council Directives, 89/336/EEC and
Uncertainty is 3 dB (A). 98/37/EC.
– Wear ear protection. –
The typical weighted root mean square acceleration Yasuhiko Kanzaki CE 2005
value is 12 m/s2.
These values have been obtained according to
EN60745.
Director
Noise and Vibration of Model HM1200B MAKITA INTERNATIONAL EUROPE LTD.
ENG006-2-V4
Michigan Drive, Tongwell, Milton Keynes,
Bucks MK15 8JD, ENGLAND
The typical A-weighted noise levels are
sound pressure level: 98 dB (A) Responsible manufacturer:
sound power level: 109 dB (A) Makita Corporation Anjo Aichi Japan
Uncertainty is 3 dB (A).
– Wear ear protection. –
The typical weighted root mean square acceleration
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value is 12 m/s .
These values have been obtained according to
EN60745.

Noise and Vibration of Model HM1200K

ENG006-2-V4

The typical A-weighted noise levels are

sound pressure level: 94 dB (A)
sound power level: 105 dB (A)
Uncertainty is 3 dB (A).
– Wear ear protection. –
The typical weighted root mean square acceleration
value is 12 m/s2.
These values have been obtained according to
EN60745.

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Symbols
The following show the symbols used for the tool. Be sure that you understand their meaning before use.

❏ Read instruction manual.

❏ DOUBLE INSULATION

❏ Only for EU countries

Do not dispose of electric equipment together with household waste material!
In observance of European Directive 2002/96/EC on waste electrical and electronic equipment and its
implementation in accordance with national law, electric equipment that have reached the end of their
life must be collected separately and returned to an environmentally compatible recycling facility.

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ENGLISH
Explanation of general view

1 Bull point 6 Side handle 11 Brush holder cap

2 Tool retainer 7 Switch trigger 12 Lock nut wrench
3 Notched portion 8 Hex wrench 13 Crank cap
4 Side grip 9 Rear cover
5 Clamp nut 10 Screwdriver

GENERAL SAFETY RULES 11. Avoid accidental starting. Ensure the switch is in
GEA001-3 the off-position before plugging in. Carrying
WARNING! Read all instructions. Failure to follow all power tools with your finger on the switch or plug-
instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire ging in power tools that have the switch on invites
and/or serious injury. The term “power tool” in all of the accidents.
warnings listed below refers to your mains-operated 12. Remove any adjusting key or wrench before
(corded) power tool or battery-operated (cordless) power turning the power tool on. A wrench or a key left
tool. attached to a rotating part of the power tool may
result in personal injury.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. 13. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and bal-
Work area safety ance at all times. This enables better control of the
1. Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered and power tool in unexpected situations.
dark areas invite accidents. 14. Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or
2. Do not operate power tools in explosive atmo- jewellery. Keep your hair, clothing, and gloves
spheres, such as in the presence of flammable away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewellery
liquids, gases or dust. Power tools create sparks or long hair can be caught in moving parts.
which may ignite the dust or fumes. 15. If devices are provided for the connection of
3. Keep children and bystanders away while oper- dust extraction and collection facilities, ensure
ating a power tool. Distractions can cause you to these are connected and properly used. Use of
lose control. these devices can reduce dust-related hazards.
Electrical safety Power tool use and care
4. Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never 16. Do not force the power tool. Use the correct
modify the plug in any way. Do not use any power tool for your application. The correct power
adapter plugs with earthed (grounded) power tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for
tools. Unmodified plugs and matching outlets will which it was designed.
reduce risk of electric shock. 17. Do not use the power tool if the switch does not
5. Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded turn it on and off. Any power tool that cannot be
surfaces such as pipes, radiators, ranges and controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be
refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric repaired.
shock if your body is earthed or grounded. 18. Disconnect the plug from the power source and/
6. Do not expose power tools to rain or wet condi- or the battery pack from the power tool before
tions. Water entering a power tool will increase the making any adjustments, changing accessories,
risk of electric shock. or storing power tools. Such preventive safety
7. Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for measures reduce the risk of starting the power tool
carrying, pulling or unplugging the power tool. accidentally.
Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or 19. Store idle power tools out of the reach of chil-
moving parts. Damaged or entangled cords dren and do not allow persons unfamiliar with
increase the risk of electric shock. the power tool or these instructions to operate
8. When operating a power tool outdoors, use an the power tool. Power tools are dangerous in the
extension cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of a hands of untrained users.
cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of 20. Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment or
electric shock. binding of moving parts, breakage of parts and
any other condition that may affect the power
Personal safety tools operation. If damaged, have the power tool
9. Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use repaired before use. Many accidents are caused by
common sense when operating a power tool. Do poorly maintained power tools.
not use a power tool while you are tired or under 21. Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly
the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges
moment of inattention while operating power tools are less likely to bind and are easier to control.
may result in serious personal injury. 22. Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits
10. Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protec- etc. in accordance with these instructions and in
tion. Safety equipment such as dust mask, non-skid the manner intended for the particular type of
safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection used power tool, taking into account the working con-
for appropriate conditions will reduce personal inju- ditions and the work to be performed. Use of the
ries. power tool for operations different from those
intended could result in a hazardous situation.

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Service OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
23. Have your power tool serviced by a qualified
repair person using only identical replacement Installing or removing bull point or other bits
parts. This will ensure that the safety of the power (cold chisel, etc.)
tool is maintained. Important:
24. Follow instruction for lubricating and changing Always be sure that the tool is switched off and
accessories. unplugged before installing or removing the bit.
25. Keep handles dry, clean and free from oil and
grease. For HM1200 (Fig. 1)
Pivot the tool retainer to the side. (If it is difficult to move
the tool retainer with your thumbs, tap it with a hammer.)
SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES Insert the bit into the tool barrel as far as it will go. Return
GEB004-2 the tool retainer to its original position to secure the bit.
DO NOT let comfort or familiarity with product To remove the bit, follow the installation procedure in
(gained from repeated use) replace strict adherence reverse.
to hammer safety rules. If you use this tool unsafely
or incorrectly, you can suffer serious personal injury. For HM1200B & HM1200K (Fig. 2)
1. Wear ear protectors. Exposure to noise can cause Pull out and turn the tool retainer 180 degrees (1/2 turn).
hearing loss. Then insert the bit into the tool holder with the notched
2. Use auxiliary handles supplied with the tool. portion on the bit facing back toward the tool retainer.
Loss of control can cause personal injury. Then pull out and turn back the tool retainer 180 degrees
3. Hold tools by insulated gripping surfaces when to secure the bit. Try to pull the bit out of the tool holder to
performing an operation where the cutting tool make sure the retained bit before use.
may contact hidden wiring or its own cord. Con- CAUTION:
tact with a “live” wire will make exposed metal parts Never use B-type shank bits. They can cause damage to
of the tool “live” and shock the operator. the tool. (For HM1200B)
4. Wear a hard hat (safety helmet), safety glasses
and/or face shield. Ordinary eye or sun glasses
are NOT safety glasses. It is also highly recom-
mended that you wear a dust mask and thickly
padded gloves.
5. Be sure the bit is secured in place before opera-
tion.
6. Under normal operation, the tool is designed to
produce vibration. The screws can come loose Side grip/Side handle (auxiliary handle)
easily, causing a breakdown or accident. Check For HM1200 (Standard type) (Fig. 3)
tightness of screws carefully before operation. The side grip swings around to either side, allowing easy
7. In cold weather or when the tool has not been handling of the tool in any position. Loosen the side grip
used for a long time, let the tool warm up for a by turning it counterclockwise, swing it to the desired
while by operating it under no load. This will position and then tighten it by turning clockwise.
loosen up the lubrication. Without proper warm-
up, hammering operation is difficult. For HM1200 (European type), HM1200B & HM1200K
8. Always be sure you have a firm footing. (Fig. 4)
Be sure no one is below when using the tool in The side handle swings around 360° on the vertical as
high locations. well as back and forth on the horizontal. Turn the clamp
9. Hold the tool firmly with both hands. nut clockwise to secure the handle in the desired position.
10. Keep hands away from moving parts. Switch action (Fig. 5)
11. Do not leave the tool running. Operate the tool
only when hand-held. CAUTION:
12. Do not point the tool at any one in the area when • Before plugging in the tool, always check to see that
operating. The bit could fly out and injure some- the switch trigger actuates properly and returns to the
one seriously. “OFF” position when released.
13. Do not touch the bit or parts close to the bit • Do not tape, tie or otherwise secure the trigger in the
immediately after operation; they may be “ON” position.
extremely hot and could burn your skin. To start the tool, simply pull the trigger. Release the trig-
14. Do not operate the tool at no-load unnecessarily. ger to stop.
15. Some material contains chemicals which may be
toxic. Take caution to prevent dust inhalation Chipping / Scaling / Demolition
and skin contact. Follow material supplier safety Hold the tool firmly with both hands. Turn the tool on and
data. apply slight pressure on the tool so that the tool will not
bounce around, uncontrolled. Pressing very hard on the
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. tool will not increase the efficiency.
WARNING:
MISUSE or failure to follow the safety rules stated in
this instruction manual may cause serious personal
injury.

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MAINTENANCE
CAUTION:
Always be sure that the tool is switched off and
unplugged before carrying out any work on the tool.
Replacement of carbon brushes (Fig. 6 & 7)
Whenever carbon brushes must be replaced, they cut out
the tool automatically. When this occurs, replace both
carbon brushes at the same time. Use only identical car-
bon brushes.
Lubrication (Fig. 8)
This tool requires no hourly or daily lubrication because it
has a grease-packed lubrication system. Lubricate the
tool every time the carbon brushes are replaced.
Run the tool for several minutes to warm it up. Switch off
and unplug the tool. Remove the crank cap using a Mak-
ita lock nut wrench 35 (optional accessory). Rest the tool
on the table with the bit end pointing upwards. This will
allow the old grease to collect inside the crank housing.
Wipe out the old grease inside and replace with a fresh
grease (30 g). Use only Makita genuine grease (optional
accessory). Filling with more than the specified amount
of grease (approx. 30 g) can cause faulty hammering
action or tool failure. Fill only with the specified amount of
grease. Reinstall the crank cap and tighten with the lock
nut wrench. Do not tighten the crank cap excessively. It is
made of resin and is subject to breakage.
To maintain product safety and reliability, repairs, mainte-
nance or adjustment should be carried out by a Makita
Authorized Service Centre.

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. The accessories or
attachments should be used only in the proper and
intended manner.
• Bull point
• Cold chisel
• Scaling chisel
• Grooving chisel
• Clay spade
• Rammer
• Bushing tool
• Safety goggle

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Makita Corporation
Anjo, Aichi, Japan

883396C228