Makita stands as the pioneer in brushless motor technology. The 18V LXT® Brushless 2-Piece Combo Kit (model XT289PT) offers two brushless solutions for your drilling, driving, and fastening needs. Each tool is powered by an efficient Makita BL™ Brushless Motor. This motor is electronically controlled, which means longer run time, more power and speed, and a longer lifespan for your tools. The combo kit comes with a 1/2' Hammer Driver - Drill. It has a whopping 1,250 in.lbs. of Max Torque, making it perfect for tough jobs in wood, metal, and masonry. There's also a 7 - 1/4' Circular Saw that runs at 5,100 RPM and has a large 2 - 9/16” cutting capacity at 90°. The 18V LXT® Lithium - Ion 5.0Ah batteries are a game - changer. They have the fastest charge times in their category and feature an on - board L.E.D. charge level indicator for your convenience. This kit is part of Makita's ever - expanding 18V Lithium - Ion series, the world's largest cordless tool lineup powered by 18V Lithium - Ion slide - style batteries. Makita's 18V Lithium - Ion batteries spend more time working and less time on the charger. Makita's Star Protection Computer Controls™ enhances tool performance and extends battery life. This communication technology allows the tool and battery to exchange data in real - time, protecting against overloading, over - discharging, and overheating. The tool can also be powered by Makita 18V LXT® and Compact Lithium - Ion batteries with the star symbol, indicating Star Protection inside. Included in the kit are an 18V LXT® Brushless 1/2' Hammer Driver - Drill (XPH14Z), an 18V X2 (36V) LXT® Brushless Rear Handle 7 - 1/4” Circular Saw (XSR01Z), two 18V LXT® Lithium - Ion 5.0Ah Batteries (BL1850B), an 18V LXT® Lithium - Ion Dual Port Charger (DC18RD), and a tool bag. The efficient BL™ Brushless motor optimizes battery energy use, giving you up to 50% longer run time per charge. It also runs cooler and more efficiently as it eliminates carbon brushes. The electronically - controlled motor adjusts torque and RPM according to the job requirements. The variable 2 - speed 1/2' Hammer Driver - Drill (0 - 550 & 0 - 2,100 RPM) with the BL™ Motor provides 1,250 in.lbs. of Max Torque and weighs only 6.0 lbs. with the battery. The 7 - 1/4' Circular Saw offers 5,100 RPM for top - notch performance and weighs only 12.4 lbs. with batteries. The 18V LXT® Lithium - Ion 5.0Ah battery BL1850B has an integrated L.E.D. battery charge level indicator, offers up to 65% more run time per charge than BL1830, and reaches a full charge in 45 minutes or less. The Rapid Optimum Charger optimizes battery life by controlling current, voltage, and temperature during charging and has a built - in fan for faster charging. The Extreme Protection Technology (XPT™) makes the tools more resistant to dust and water in tough job sites. The kit comes with a 3 - year limited warranty on the tool, battery, and charger, and it's important to use only genuine Makita batteries and chargers.
Using the Makita XT289PT Combo Kit is quite straightforward. First, charge the 18V LXT® Lithium - Ion 5.0Ah batteries using the 18V LXT® Lithium - Ion Dual Port Charger. You'll know the battery is fully charged when the L.E.D. indicator shows it. When using the 1/2' Hammer Driver - Drill, select the appropriate speed setting (0 - 550 or 0 - 2,100 RPM) based on your job. For heavy - duty tasks like drilling into masonry, use the higher torque setting. With the 7 - 1/4' Circular Saw, make sure to adjust the cutting depth according to your needs. The large 2 - 9/16” cutting capacity at 90° gives you a lot of flexibility. As for maintenance, keep the tools clean after each use. Wipe off any dust or debris, especially if you've been working in a dirty environment. The Extreme Protection Technology (XPT™) helps protect the tools from dust and water, but it's still a good idea to be careful. Always use genuine Makita batteries and chargers to ensure the best performance and to avoid any damage to the tools. The Star Protection Computer Controls™ are there to protect against overloading, over - discharging, and overheating, but don't push the tools beyond their limits. And remember, the kit comes with a 3 - year limited warranty, so if you have any issues, reach out to Makita.
