Makita leads the way in brushless motor innovation. The 18V LXT® Brushless 2-Piece Combo Kit (model XT290PT) offers two top - notch brushless tools for all your drilling, driving, and fastening needs. Each tool is powered by an efficient Makita BL™ Brushless Motor. This motor is electronically controlled, giving you longer run - times, more power and speed, and a longer tool lifespan. The combo includes a 1/2' Hammer Driver - Drill. With a whopping 1,250 in.lbs. of Max Torque, it's perfect for tough jobs in wood, metal, and masonry. Also in the kit is a 7 - 1/4' Circular Saw that spins at 6,000 RPM and has a large 2 - 5/8” 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 come with an on - board L.E.D. charge level indicator for added convenience. It's part of Makita's extensive 18V Lithium - Ion series, the world's largest cordless tool collection powered by 18V Lithium - Ion slide - style batteries. These batteries charge quickly, so your tools spend more time working and less time on the charger. Makita's Star Protection Computer Controls™ enhance tool performance and extend 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 run on Makita 18V LXT® and Compact Lithium - Ion batteries with the star symbol, indicating Star Protection. Included in the kit are an 18V LXT® Brushless 1/2' Hammer Driver - Drill (XPH14Z), an 18V X2 (36V) LXT® Brushless 7 - 1/4” Circular Saw (XSH06Z), 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 up to 50% longer run - time per charge. It runs cooler and more efficiently without 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 a 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 6,000 RPM and weighs 10.5 lbs. with batteries. The 18V LXT® Lithium - Ion 5.0Ah battery BL1850B has an integrated L.E.D. charge level indicator, up to 65% more run - time per charge than BL1830, and charges fully in 45 minutes or less. The Rapid Optimum Charger controls current, voltage, and temperature to optimize battery life 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. Always use genuine Makita batteries and chargers.
Using the Makita XT290PT Combo Kit is easy. For the 1/2' Hammer Driver - Drill, first, make sure the battery is properly inserted. You can adjust the speed according to your task. For light drilling or driving, use the lower speed (0 - 550 RPM), and for more demanding jobs, switch to the higher speed (0 - 2,100 RPM). When using the 7 - 1/4' Circular Saw, hold it firmly and align the blade with your cutting line. Turn it on and start cutting at a steady pace. Remember, always wear safety goggles and other appropriate safety gear when using these tools. As for maintenance, after each use, clean the tools with a dry cloth to remove dust and debris. Check the battery charge level regularly. If the battery is low, use the Rapid Optimum Charger to charge it. Make sure to charge the battery in a cool, dry place. Don't over - charge the battery. The Extreme Protection Technology (XPT™) helps protect the tools from dust and water, but still try to avoid using them in extremely wet or dusty conditions. Only use genuine Makita batteries and chargers to ensure the best performance and to keep the 3 - year limited warranty valid.
