Makita TD004G Cordless Impact Driver

Specifications

Due to Makita's continuous research and development, specifications are subject to change without notice. Specifications may differ by country. Weight may differ depending on the attachment(s) including the battery cartridge. The lightest and heaviest combinations are shown in the table.

Applicable Battery and Charger

Depending on your region of residence, some battery cartridges and chargers may not be available. ⚠️ WARNING: Use only the above-mentioned battery cartridges and chargers. Use of other battery cartridges and chargers may result in personal injury or fire. ?

Intended Use

The tool is intended for driving screws into wood, metal, and plastic.

Noise and Vibration

Noise

Typical A-weighted sound pressure level according to EN62841-2-2:

• Sound pressure level (LPA): 100 dB(A)
• Sound power level (LWA): 108 dB(A)
• Uncertainty (K): 3 dB(A)

The declared noise emission value(s) have been measured according to a standard test method and can be used for comparison of tools with each other. The declared noise emission value(s) may also be used for a preliminary exposure assessment.

⚠️ Wear hearing protection. ?

⚠️ The noise emissions during actual use of the power tool may differ from the declared value(s) depending on the ways the tool is used.

⚠️ Be sure to identify safety measures to protect the operator based on an estimate of exposure in the actual conditions of use (taking into account all parts of the operating cycle e.g. the times when the tool is switched off and when it is idling in addition to the trigger time).

Vibration

Total vibration value (vector sum of three axes) determined according to EN62841-2-2:

• Work mode: Impact tightening of fasteners at maximum tool output
• Vibration emission (an): 23.5 m/s²
• Uncertainty (K): 1.5 m/s²

The declared vibration value(s) have been measured in accordance with a standard test method and can be used for comparison of tools with each other. The declared vibration value(s) may also be used for a preliminary exposure assessment.

Safety Warnings

General Power Tool Safety Warnings

⚠️ READ ALL WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS. Failure to follow all 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.

Cordless Impact Wrench Safety Warnings

1. When working in places where the fastener may contact hidden wiring, hold the power tool by insulated gripping surfaces. 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 ensure a firm footing.
3. When working on the tool, ensure no persons are below.
4. Hold the tool firmly.
5. Do not touch the bit or workpiece immediately after operation. They may be very hot and could burn your skin. ?
6. Keep hands away from rotating parts. ⚙️
7. Use the auxiliary handle(s), if supplied with the tool. Loss of control can cause personal injury. ?
8. Ensure that no electrical cables, water pipes, or gas pipes etc. are in the working area that could cause danger if damaged by the tool. ⚠️

⚠️ DO NOT let familiarity gained from frequent use of the tool allow you to become careless. Always remember that a careless fraction of a second is sufficient to inflict severe injury. ?

⚠️ NEVER use the tool if you are tired, or under the influence of alcohol, drugs or medication. A moment of inattention while operating the tool may result in serious personal injury. ?

Important Safety Instructions for Battery

1. Before using the battery cartridge, read all instructions and cautionary markings on it, your charger and the product using the battery cartridge.
2. Do not disassemble or tamper with the battery cartridge. Fire ?, excessive heat, or explosion may occur.
3. If the operating time is reduced, stop operating immediately. Overheating, burns, or even an explosion may occur.
4. If electrolyte gets into your eyes, rinse them out with clean water and seek medical attention immediately. It may result in loss of your eyesight. ?️
5. Do not short-circuit the battery cartridge:
• Do not touch the terminals with any conductive material such as a metal object. ?
• Do not store the battery cartridge in a container with other metal objects such as nails, coins, etc. ?
• Do not expose the battery cartridge to water or rain. ?
6. Do not store and use the tool and battery cartridge in locations where the temperature may reach or exceed 50 °C (122 °F). ?️
7. Do not incinerate the battery cartridge even if it is heavily damaged or completely worn out. The battery cartridge can explode in a fire. ?
8. Do not pierce, cut, crush, throw, drop or hit the battery cartridge with a hard object. Such actions may result in a fire ?, excessive heat, or explosion.
9. Do not use a damaged battery cartridge.
10. The contained lithium-ion batteries are subject to the statutory requirements for dangerous goods.
11. In case of commercial shipment e.g. by third party forwarders, it has to be observed the special requirements on packaging and labelling. For preparation of an item being shipped, the consultation of an expert for hazardous material is required. Also observe possible more detailed national regulations.
12. Cover the terminals with adhesive tape or similar means so that they cannot be contacted by other objects. Ensure that the battery cartridge is packed so that it cannot move in the package.
13. When disposing of the battery cartridge, remove it from the tool and dispose of it in a safe place. Follow your local regulations for disposal.
14. Use battery cartridges only with the products specified by Makita. In order to prevent failure to meet the product, which may cause fire ?, overheating, explosion or leakage of electrolyte.
15. If the tool is not used for an extended period of time, the battery cartridge must be removed from the tool.
16. During and after use, the battery cartridge may take on heat which can cause burns or low temperature burns. Pay attention to handling of hot battery cartridges.
17. Do not touch the terminal of the tool or the battery cartridge immediately after use, as it may be hot and cause burns.
18. Do not allow chips, dust, or dirt to get into the terminals, holes and grooves of the battery cartridge. Doing so may cause the tool or battery cartridge to overheat, ignite, be damaged or cause malfunction, which may result in burns or personal injury. ?
19. Unless the tool is designed to compensate for the lack of voltage, do not use the battery cartridge near high-voltage electrical lines. It may result in malfunction or breakdown of the tool or battery cartridge.
20. Keep the battery cartridge out of reach of children. ?

⚠️ Use only genuine Makita replacement battery cartridges. Use of non-genuine or modified battery cartridges may result in the battery cartridge exploding, causing a fire ?, personal injury and damage. It will also void the Makita warranty for the tool and charger.

Tips for Maximizing Battery Cartridge Life

1. Charge the battery cartridge before it is completely discharged. Always stop tool operation and charge the battery cartridge when you notice less tool power.
2. Never charge a fully discharged battery cartridge. Overcharging shortens the battery cartridge service life.
3. Charge the battery cartridge at an ambient temperature of 10 °C - 40 °C (50 °F - 104 °F). Let a hot battery cartridge cool down before charging it.
4. When the battery cartridge is not in use, remove it from the tool or the charger.
5. Recharge the battery cartridge at least once every 6 months if you do not use it for a long period of time.

Function Descriptions

Installing and Removing the Battery Cartridge

⚠️ Before installing or removing the battery cartridge, always turn off the tool. ⚠️ Firmly hold both the tool and the battery cartridge when installing or removing the battery cartridge. Otherwise, the tool or battery cartridge may slip from your hands and result in injury to you or damage to the product. ?

To install the battery cartridge: Align the tongue on the battery cartridge with the groove in the housing and slide it into place. Insert it as far as it will go until it clicks into place. If you cannot insert it fully, it is not installed correctly. If the red indicator is visible, the battery is not fully seated.

To remove the battery cartridge: Slide the button on the front of the battery cartridge to withdraw it from the tool.

Fig.1 Description: Shows the process of inserting and removing the battery pack from the tool. An arrow indicates the direction of insertion.

Fig.2 Description: Illustrates the battery charge indicator lights and the button to activate them.

Fig.1: 1. Battery Cartridge, 2. Indicator Lights

⚠️ Always insert the battery cartridge fully until the red indicator is no longer visible. Otherwise, it may accidentally fall out of the tool, causing injury to you or bystanders. ?

⚠️ Do not force the battery cartridge into the tool. If it does not slide in easily, it is not being inserted correctly.

Battery Capacity Indicator

Press the check button on the battery cartridge to check the remaining battery capacity. The indicator lamps will light up for a few seconds.

Fig.2 Description: Illustrates the battery charge indicator lights and the button to activate them.

Fig.2: 1. Indicator Lamps 2. Check Button

Indicator Lamps:

NOTE: The capacity indicated may be slightly different from the actual capacity, depending on the conditions of use and ambient temperature.

NOTE: The first indicator lamp (far left) will flash when the battery protection system is operating.

Tool and Battery Cartridge Protection System

The tool is equipped with a tool and/or battery protection system. This system automatically cuts off power to the motor to extend tool and battery cartridge life. If the tool or battery cartridge is subjected to one of the following conditions, the tool will automatically shut off during use:

Overload Protection

When the battery is drained in a manner that causes it to draw an unusually high current, the tool automatically shuts off. At this situation, turn off the tool and interrupt the operation that caused the tool to overload. Then, turn the tool on again to restart.

Overheating Protection

When the tool or battery cartridge becomes overheated, the tool automatically shuts off. In this case, let the tool and battery cartridge cool down before turning it on again. ?️

NOTE: The front light will flash if the tool overheats.

Deep Discharge Protection

When the battery capacity is insufficient, the tool automatically shuts off. In this case, remove the battery cartridge from the tool and recharge it.

Protection Against Other Faults

The protection system is also designed for other causes that could damage the tool, and enables automatic stopping of the tool. If the tool stops temporarily or stops working, perform the following steps to remove the cause.

1. Ensure all switches are in the OFF position, then turn the tool on again to restart.
2. Charge the battery cartridge(s) or replace it/them with a charged one(s).
3. Let the tool and battery cartridge(s) cool down.
4. If the protection system does not restore the tool to normal operation, contact your local Makita service center.

Using the Trigger Switch

⚠️ Always check the direction of rotation switch for proper function and ensure it returns to the neutral position when the trigger is released before operating. ⚙️

To start the tool, simply pull the trigger switch. The tool speed will increase as the trigger switch is pulled further. To stop the tool, release the trigger switch.

Fig.3 Description: Highlights the trigger switch (1) for controlling the tool's operation.

NOTE: If the trigger switch is held for approximately 6 minutes, the tool will automatically shut off.

NOTE: When the trigger switch is pressed, no other buttons will function.

Changing the Direction of Rotation

⚠️ Always check the direction of rotation switch before starting operation. ⚙️

⚠️ Change the direction of rotation switch only after the tool has come to a complete stop. If you change the direction of rotation before the tool stops, it may be damaged. ⚠️

⚠️ When not using the tool, always move the direction of rotation switch to the neutral position. ?

This tool is equipped with a forward/reverse change lever. Pushing the forward/reverse change lever from side A causes the tool to rotate clockwise, while pushing from side B causes it to rotate counter-clockwise. If the direction of rotation switch is in the neutral position, the trigger switch cannot be pulled.

Fig.4 Description: Details the mechanism for attaching and detaching bits. It shows the bit holder (1) and the locking sleeve (A, B) that secures the bit.

Fig.4: 1. Direction of Rotation Switch

Electric Brake

This tool is equipped with an electric brake. If the tool repeatedly stops slowly after releasing the trigger switch, have the tool serviced at a Makita service center.

Front Light

⚠️ Do not look directly into the LED light or its source. ?

The front light turns on when you pull the trigger switch. It turns off when you release the trigger switch. The front light will turn off approximately 10 seconds after releasing the trigger switch.

Fig.5 Description: A side view of the tool showing the chuck area (1) where bits are inserted.

To deactivate the front light, turn off the light mode. To turn off the light mode, first turn off the tool and release the trigger switch. Within 10 seconds of releasing the trigger switch, press and hold the button on the panel for several seconds. When the light is off, the front light will not turn on even if you pull the trigger switch.

To turn on the light mode again, press and hold the button on the panel for several seconds.

Fig.6: 1. Button 2. Panel

NOTE: If the tool overheats, the front light will flash for one minute and then the panel will turn off. Let the tool cool down before resuming operation.

NOTE: To confirm the light status, pull the trigger switch when the direction of rotation switch is not in the neutral position. If the front light turns on when the trigger switch is pulled, the light is ON. If the front light does not turn on, the light is OFF.

NOTE: Use a dry cloth to wipe the lens of the front light. Be careful not to scratch the lens of the front light; this may reduce its brightness.

Changing the Mode of Use

What is Mode of Use?

The mode of use is a way of selecting the screw driving and impact speeds that are preset in the tool. By selecting the appropriate mode of use for the task, you can perform the operation more quickly and/or with better results.

This tool offers the following modes of use:

• Impact Force:
• 4 (Max)
• 3 (High)
• 2 (Medium)
• 1 (Low)
• T Mode

The mode of use can be changed by the button ? or the button ?.

Fig.7 Description: Displays the control panel (1) on the tool's body, showing mode indicators (1, 2, 3, 4, T) and a battery indicator (2).

Fig.7: 1. Mode Indicator 2. Battery Indicator

NOTE: If none of the indicator lamps on the panel are lit, pull the trigger switch once.

NOTE: If the tool is not used for approximately one minute, you will not be able to change the mode of use. In this case, pull the trigger switch once and then press the button ? or the button ?.

Changing Impact Force

Impact force can be changed in five steps: 4 (Max), 3 (High), 2 (Medium), 1 (Low), and T Mode. This allows for setting the appropriate tightening for the job.

"T" is a special mode for self-drilling screws. This mode helps prevent over-tightening. It can also be used for quick operations and good finish quality. The tool spins at high speed and stops soon after it starts impacting. The impact force is changed each time the button ? or the button ? is pressed. Impact force can be changed for about one minute after releasing the trigger switch.

NOTE: The time for changing impact force can be extended by approximately one minute by pressing the button ? or the button ?.

Fig.8 Description: A flowchart illustrating the process of selecting different impact force modes (1-4) and the T-mode. It shows how pressing a button cycles through the modes.

* ?: Indicator lamp is ON.

When the tool rotates counter-clockwise, the number of impacts per minute is the same as in Mode 4 (Max), 3,900 min⁻¹ (/min).

NOTE: The timing for stopping rotation in T Mode varies depending on the type of screw and material being screwed. Try this mode before use.

NOTE: If none of the indicator lamps on the panel are lit, pull the trigger switch once before pressing the button ? or the button ?.

NOTE: All indicator lamps on the panel will go out when the tool is turned off, to save battery power. Impact force can be checked by pulling the trigger switch just enough for the tool to start.

Assembly

⚠️ Always ensure the tool is OFF and the battery cartridge is removed before performing any work on the tool.

Installing and Removing the Screwdriver Bit and Hex Shank Bit Holder

Use only screwdriver bits or hex shank bit holders with the part for insertion indicated in the illustration. Do not use any other screwdriver bits or hex shank bit holders.

Fig.9 Description: Shows the dimensions (A and B) for different types of bits and sockets suitable for the tool.

For tools with a shallow bit hole:

• A = 12 mm, B = 9 mm
• Use only this type of screwdriver bit. Follow step 1. (Note) Bit holder is not required.

For tools with a deep bit hole:

• A = 17 mm, B = 14 mm
• When installing these types of screwdriver bits, follow step 1.
• A = 12 mm, B = 9 mm
• When installing these types of screwdriver bits, follow step 2. (Note) Bit installation does not require a bit holder.

Postup 1: Tool with Quick-Change Chuck

Fig.10 Description: Demonstrates inserting a standard screwdriver bit (1) into the tool's chuck (2). An arrow indicates the insertion direction.

Fig.10: 1. Screwdriver Bit 2. Chuck

When inserting, push the screwdriver bit as far as it will go into the chuck.

Postup 2

Fig.11 Description: Illustrates inserting a bit (1) into the tool's chuck (2) using a bit holder (3).

Fig.11: 1. Screwdriver Bit 2. Bit Holder 3. Chuck

After performing the above step 1, insert the bit holder into the chuck with the tapered end facing inward.

Removing the Screwdriver Bit

Fig.12 Description: Shows how to remove a bit (1) by pulling back the chuck sleeve (2).

Fig.12: 1. Screwdriver Bit 2. Chuck Sleeve

To remove the screwdriver bit, pull back the chuck sleeve in the direction of the arrow and pull out the screwdriver bit.

NOTE: If the screwdriver bit is not inserted deep enough into the chuck, the chuck sleeve will not return to its original position and the screwdriver bit will not be secured. In this case, try inserting the bit again according to the instructions above.

NOTE: If it is difficult to insert the screwdriver bit, pull the chuck sleeve and insert the bit as far as possible.

NOTE: After inserting the screwdriver bit, check that it is securely fastened. If it comes loose, do not use it.

Installing the Hook

⚠️ Use hanging/mounting parts only for their intended purpose, e.g., hanging the tool on a belt between tasks or during breaks. ⚠️ Do not overload the hook, as excessive force or irregular loading may cause damage to the tool and subsequent injury. ⚠️ Always tighten the hook securely with the screw when installing. Otherwise, the hook may come loose from the tool and cause injury. ?

⚠️ Always hang the tool securely before releasing the trigger switch. Insufficient or unbalanced hanging may cause the tool to fall and result in injury. ?

The hook is suitable for temporarily hanging the tool. It can be installed on either side of the tool. To install the hook, insert it into the groove on one side of the tool housing and secure it with the screw. To remove it, loosen the screw and remove it.

Fig.13 Description: Depicts the installation of a hook (2) onto the tool body (1) using a screw (3).

Fig.13: 1. Groove 2. Hook 3. Screw

Using the Hanging Hole

⚠️ Never use the hanging hole for any purpose for which it is not intended, e.g., for tying the tool up high. Excessive load on the hanging hole may cause it to be damaged, resulting in injury to yourself or persons nearby or below you. ?

Use the hanging hole at the rear bottom of the tool to hang the tool on a wall using a hanging cord or similar fastening means.

Fig.14 Description: Shows the hanging hole (1) located at the base of the tool.

Fig.14: 1. Hanging Hole

Work with the Tool

The proper tightening torque may vary depending on the type or size of the screw/bolt, the type of material being fastened, etc. The relationship between tightening torque and tightening time is shown in the figures.

Torque Chart Description: Two charts show the relationship between tightening time (seconds) on the x-axis and tightening torque (N·m / kgf·cm) on the y-axis for standard screws and high-tensile screws, respectively. Different lines represent different screw sizes (M8, M10, M12, M14, M16, M20).

Fig.15 Description: A hand holding the impact driver and using it to drive a screw.

Firmly grip the tool and place the tip of the screwdriver bit onto the head of the screw. Apply forward pressure on the tool so that the bit does not slip off the screw, and start operation by pulling the trigger switch.

Torque Chart 1: Relationship between tightening torque and tightening time for standard screws (when impact force is 4)

Torque Chart 2: Relationship between tightening torque and tightening time for high-tensile screws (when impact force is 4)

Maintenance

⚠️ Always ensure the tool is OFF and the battery cartridge is removed before performing any inspection or maintenance on the tool.

CAUTION: Never use gasoline, benzine, thinner, alcohol or similar agents. They may cause discoloration, deformation or cracking.

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.

Optional Accessories

⚠️ Makita recommends using the following accessories and attachments for the Makita tools described in this manual. Use of any other accessory or attachment may cause injury to persons. ? Accessories and attachments can be used only for their intended purpose.

For more information on any accessory, refer to your local Makita service center.

• Screwdriver bits
• Hex shank bit holders
• Bit holders
• Hook
• Tool hanger
• Plastic tool case
• Genuine Makita battery cartridge and charger

NOTE: Some items in the list may be included as standard accessories with your tool. Supplied accessories may differ by country.