DUM111ZX - Hedge trimmers MAKITA - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL DUM111ZX MAKITA

Cordless Grass Shear INSTRUCTION MANUAL 10

• Specicationsmaydi󰀨erfromcountrytocountry. *1:Weightwithoutanyaccessoriesorbatterycartridge(s) *2:Theweightmaydi󰀨erdependingontheattachment(s),includingthebatterycartridge.Thelightestandheaviest combinations, according to EPTA-Procedure 01/2014, are shown in the table. Applicable battery cartridge and charger Batterycartridge BL1815N / BL1820B / BL1830B / BL1840B / BL1850B / BL1860B Charger DC18RC / DC18RD / DC18RE / DC18SD / DC18SE / DC18SF / DC18SH / DC18WC

• Someofthebatterycartridgesandchargerslistedabovemaynotbeavailabledependingonyourregionof residence.

WARNING: Only use the battery cartridges and chargers listed above.Useofanyotherbatterycartridges

• Beforeusingthecordconnectedpowersource,readinstructionandcautionarymarkingsonthem. Symbols Thefollowingsshowthesymbolswhichmaybeused fortheequipment.Besurethatyouunderstandtheir meaning before use. Take particular care and attention. Read instruction manual. Danger;beawareofthrownobjects. Keepbystandersaway. Cutting means continues to run after the motorisswitchedo󰀨. Do not expose to moisture. Do not expose to rain. Wearsafetyglasses. Weareyeandearprotection. DANGER-Keephandsawayfromblade.11 ENGLISH Ni-MH Li-ion OnlyforEUcountries Due to the presence of hazardous com- ponents in the equipment, waste electrical and electronic equipment, accumulators andbatteriesmayhaveanegativeimpact on the environment and human health. Do not dispose of electrical and electronic appliances or batteries with household waste! In accordance with the European Directive on waste electrical and electronic equipment and on accumulators and batteries and waste accumulators and batteries, as well as their adaptation to national law, waste elec- trical equipment, batteries and accumulators shouldbestoredseparatelyanddelivered to a separate collection point for municipal waste, operating in accordance with the regulations on environmental protection. Thisisindicatedbythesymbolofthe crossed-out wheeled bin placed on the equipment. Guaranteed sound power level according to EU Outdoor Noise Directive. Sound power level according to Australia NSW Noise Control Regulation. Intended use The tool is intended for cutting lawn edges or sprouts. Noise ThetypicalA-weightednoiseleveldeterminedaccordingtoEN62841-4-5: DUM111 with shear blade for grass shear installed Sound pressure level

Thenoiselevelunderworkingmayexceed80dB(A). NOTE: The declared noise emission value(s) has been measured in accordance with a standard test method and maybeusedforcomparingonetoolwithanother. NOTE:Thedeclarednoiseemissionvalue(s)mayalsobeusedinapreliminaryassessmentofexposure.

WARNING: Wear ear protection.

WARNING: The noise emission during actual use of the power tool can di󰀨er from the declared val-

ue(s) depending on the ways in which the tool is used especially what kind of workpiece is processed.

WARNING: Be sure to identify safety measures to protect the operator that are based on an estimation

of exposure in the actual conditions of use (taking account of all parts of the operating cycle such as the times when the tool is switched o󰀨 and when it is running idle in addition to the trigger time). Vibration The vibration total value (tri-axial vector sum) deter- mined according to EN62841-4-5: DUM111 with shear blade for grass shear installed Vibration emission (a

The vibration total value (tri-axial vector sum) deter- mined according to EN62841-4-2: DUM111 with shear blade for hedge trimmer installed Vibration emission (a

NOTE: The declared vibration total value(s) has been measured in accordance with a standard test method andmaybeusedforcomparingonetoolwithanother. NOTE:Thedeclaredvibrationtotalvalue(s)mayalso beusedinapreliminaryassessmentofexposure.12 ENGLISH

WARNING: The vibration emission during

actual use of the power tool can di󰀨er from the declared value(s) depending on the ways in which the tool is used especially what kind of workpiece is processed.

WARNING: Be sure to identify safety mea-

sures to protect the operator that are based on an estimation of exposure in the actual conditions of use (taking account of all parts of the operating cycle such as the times when the tool is switched o󰀨 and when it is running idle in addition to the trigger time). Declarations of Conformity For European countries only TheDeclarationsofconformityareincludedinAnnexA to this instruction manual. SAFETY WARNINGS General power tool safety warnings WARNING Read all safety warnings, instruc- tions, illustrations and specications provided with this power tool. Failure to follow all instructions listed belowmayresultinelectricshock,reand/orserious injury. Save all warnings and instruc- tions for future reference. Theterm"powertool"inthewarningsreferstoyour mains-operated(corded)powertoolorbattery-operated (cordless) power tool. Cordless grass shear safety warnings

1. Do not use the grass shear in bad weather

conditions, especially when there is a risk of lightning. This decreases the risk of being struck bylightning.

2. Keep all power cords and cables away from

ment will reduce the risk of hearing loss.

4. Hold the grass shear by insulated gripping

surfaces only, because the blade may contact hidden wiring. Blades contacting a "live" wire maymakeexposedmetalpartsofthegrassshear "live" and could give the operator an electric shock.

5. Keep all parts of the body away from the blade.

Do not remove cut material or hold material to be cut when blades are moving. Blades continuetomoveaftertheswitchisturnedo󰀨.A moment of inattention while operating the grass shearmayresultinseriouspersonalinjury.

6. When clearing jammed material or servicing

the grass shear, make sure the power switch is o󰀨 and the battery pack is removed or discon- nected. Unexpected actuation of the grass shear whileclearingjammedmaterialorservicingmay resultinseriouspersonalinjury.

7. Carry the grass shear by the handle with the

blade stopped and taking care not to operate the power switch.Propercarryingofthegrass shear will decrease the risk of inadvertent starting andresultantpersonalinjuryfromtheblades.

8. When transporting or storing the grass shear,

always use the blade cover. Proper handling of the grass shear will decrease the risk of personal injuryfromtheblades. Additional safety warnings General instructions

1. To ensure correct operation, user has to read

this instruction manual to make himself famil- iar with the handling of the equipment. Users insu󰀩cientlyinformedwillriskdangertothem- selves as well as others due to improper handling.

2. Never allow children, persons with reduced

physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge or people unfamiliar with these instructions to use the machine, local regulations may restrict the age of the operator.

3. Use the equipment with the utmost care and

4. Operate the equipment only if you are in good

physical condition. Perform all work calmly and carefully. Use common sense and keep in mind that the operator or user is responsible for accidents or hazards occurring to other people or their property.

5. Never operate the machine while people, espe-

cially children, or pets are nearby.

6. The motor is to be switched o󰀨 immediately in

case that the equipment shows any problem or abnormal sign.

Switch o󰀨 and remove the battery cartridge when resting and when leaving the equipment unat- tended, and place it in a safe location to prevent danger to others or damage to the equipment.

Avoid using the machine in bad weather condi- tions especially when there is a risk of lightning. Personal protective equipment

1. Wear eye protection and stout shoes at all

times while operating the machine.

2. Always wear substantial footwear and long

trousers while operating the machine. Starting up the equipment

1. Make sure that there are no children or other

people nearby, also pay attention to any ani- mals in the working vicinity. Otherwise stop using the equipment.

2. Before use always check that the equipment

is safe for operation. Check the security of the cutting tool and the guard and the switch trig- ger/lever for easy and proper action. Check for clean and dry handles and test the function of the start/stop.13 ENGLISH

Check damaged parts before further use of the equipment. A guard or other part that is dam- aged should be carefully checked to determine that it will operate properly and perform its intended function. Check for alignment of mov- ing parts, binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, mounting, and any other condition that may a󰀨ect its operation. A guard or other part that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced by our authorized service center unless indicated elsewhere in this manual.

4. Switch on the motor only when the hands and

feet are away from the cutting tool.

5. Before starting make sure that the cutting tool

has no contact with any objects.

6. Check the grass for foreign objects, such as

wire fences or hidden wiring before operating the tool.

7. If a long handle attachment is available, make

sure that the attachment is secured on the tool before operation. Method of operation

1. Only use the equipment in good light and

visibility. During the winter season beware of slippery or wet areas, ice and snow (risk of slipping). Always ensure a safe footing on slopes and be sure to walk and never run.

2. Take care against injury to feet and hands from

3. Never stand on a ladder and run the

4. Never climb up into trees to perform cutting

operation with the equipment.

5. Never work on unstable surfaces.

6. Remove sand, stones, nails etc. found within

the working range.Foreignparticlesmaydam- age the cutting tool and can cause dangerous kick-backs.

7. Should the cutting tool hit stones or other hard

objects, immediately switch o󰀨 the motor and inspect the cutting tool.

8. Inspect the cutting tool at short regular inter-

vals for damage (detection of hairline cracks by means of tapping-noise test).

9. Before commencing cutting, the cutting tool

must have reached full working speed.

10. The cutting tool has to be equipped with the

appropriate guard. Never run the equipment with damaged guards or without guards in place!

11. All protective installations and guards sup-

plied with the equipment must be used during operation.

12. Always remove the battery cartridge from the

equipment: — whenever leaving the equipment unattended; — before clearing a blockage; — before checking, cleaning or working on the equipment; — after striking a foreign object; — whenever the equipment starts vibrating abnormally.

13. Always ensure that the ventilation openings

are kept clear of debris.

14. Cutting means continues to run after the motor

15. If the blades stop moving due to the stuck of

foreign objects between the blades during operation, switch o󰀨 the tool and remove the battery cartridge, and then remove the foreign objects using tools such as pliers. Removing theforeignobjectsbyhandmaycauseaninjury forthereasonthatthebladesmaymoveinreac- tiontoremovingtheforeignobjects.

16. Never stand on a ladder and run the equip-

ment. Never climb up into trees to perform cutting operation with the equipment. Never work on unstable surfaces. Cutting Tools Employ only the correct cutting tool for the job in hand. Maintenance instructions

1. The condition of the equipment, in particular of

the cutting tool of the protective devices must be checked before commencing work.

2. Turn o󰀨 the motor and remove the battery

cartridge before carrying out maintenance, replacing cutting tools or cleaning the equip- ment or cutting tool.

When not in use, store the equipment indoors in dry and high or locked-up place - out of the reach of children. Clean and maintain before storage. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.

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. Cordless hedge trimmer safety warnings

1. Do not use the hedge trimmer in bad weather

conditions, especially when there is a risk of lightning. This decreases the risk of being struck bylightning.

2. Keep all power cords and cables away from

ment will reduce the risk of hearing loss.

Hold the hedge trimmer by insulated gripping surfaces only, because the blade may contact hidden wiring.Bladescontactinga"live"wiremay make exposed metal parts of the hedge trimmer "live" and could give the operator an electric shock.

5. Keep all parts of the body away from the blade.

ing the hedge trimmer, make sure all power switches are o󰀨 and the battery pack is removed or disconnected. Unexpected actua- tionofthehedgetrimmerwhileclearingjammed materialorservicingmayresultinseriousper- sonalinjury.

7. Carry the hedge trimmer by the handle with the

blade stopped and taking care not to operate any power switch.Propercarryingofthehedge trimmer will decrease the risk of inadvertent start- ingandresultantpersonalinjuryfromtheblades.

8. When transporting or storing the hedge trim-

mer, always use the blade cover. Proper han- dling of the hedge trimmer will decrease the risk of personalinjuryfromtheblades. Additional safety warnings Preparation

1. Check the hedges and bushes for foreign

objects, such as wire fences or hidden wiring before operating the tool.

2. The tool must not be used by children or

young persons under 18 years of age. Young personsover16yearsofagemaybeexempted fromthisrestrictioniftheyareundergoingtraining under the supervision of an expert.

3. First-time users should have an experienced

user show them how to use the tool.

4. Use the tool only if you are in good physical

condition.Ifyouaretired,yourattentionwillbe reduced.Beespeciallycarefulattheendofa workingday.Performallworkcalmlyandcarefully. The user is responsible for all damages to third parties.

5. Never use the tool when under the inuence of

alcohol, drugs or medication.

6. Work gloves of stout leather are part of the

basic equipment of the tool and must always be worn when working with it. Also wear sturdy shoes with anti-skid soles.

7. Before starting work check to make sure that

the tool is in good and safe working order. Ensure guards are tted properly. The tool must not be used unless fully assembled. Operation

1. Hold the tool rmly when using the tool.

2. The tool is intended to be used by the operator

at ground level. Do not use the tool on ladders or any other unstable support.

3. Do not simultaneously wear multiple belt har-

nesses and/or shoulder harnesses when oper- ating the tool.

4. DANGER - Keep hands away from blade.

Contact with blade will result in serious personal injury.

5. Do not use the tool in the rain or in wet or

very damp conditions. The electric motor is not waterproof.

6. Make sure you have a secure footing before

7. Do not operate the tool at no-load

8. Immediately switch o󰀨 the tool and remove the

battery cartridge if the shear blades should come into contact with a fence or other hard object. Check the blades for damage, and if damaged, replace the blades immediately.

9. Before checking the shear blades, taking care

of faults, or removing material caught in the shear blades, always switch o󰀨 the tool and remove the battery cartridge.

10. Never point the shear blades to yourself or

11. If the blades stop moving due to the stuck of

foreign objects between the blades during operation, switch o󰀨 the tool and remove the battery cartridge, and then remove the foreign objects using tools such as pliers. Removing theforeignobjectsbyhandmaycauseaninjury forthereasonthatthebladesmaymoveinreac- tiontoremovingtheforeignobjects.

12. Avoid dangerous environment. Don't use the

tool in damp or wet locations or expose it to rain. Water entering the tool will increase the risk of electric shock. Maintenance and storage

1. Switch o󰀨 the tool and remove the battery

cartridge before doing any maintenance work.

2. When moving the tool to another location,

including during work, always remove the battery cartridge and put the blade cover on the shear blades. Never carry or transport the tool with the blades running. Never grasp the blades with your hands.

3. Clean the tool and especially the shear blades

after use, and before putting the tool into stor- age for extended periods. Lightly oil the blades and put on the blade cover.

4. Store the tool with the blade cover on, in a dry

room. Keep it out of reach of children. Never store the tool outdoors.

5. Do not dispose of the battery(ies) in a re. The

cell may explode. Check with local codes for possible special disposal instructions.

6. Do not open or mutilate the battery(ies).

Released electrolyte is corrosive and may cause damage to the eyes or skin. It may be toxic if swallowed.

7. Do not charge battery in rain, or in wet

locations. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.

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.15 ENGLISH Important safety instructions for battery cartridge

1. Before using battery cartridge, read all instruc-

tions and cautionary markings on (1) battery charger, (2) battery, and (3) product using battery.

2. Do not disassemble or tamper with the battery

cartridge.Itmayresultinare,excessiveheat, or explosion.

3. If operating time has become excessively

shorter, stop operating immediately. It may result in a risk of overheating, possible burns and even an explosion.

4. If electrolyte gets into your eyes, rinse them

out with clear water and seek medical atten- tion right away. It may result in loss of your eyesight.

5. Do not short the battery cartridge:

(1) Do not touch the terminals with any con- ductive material. (2) Avoid storing battery cartridge in a con- tainer with other metal objects such as nails, coins, etc. (3) Do not expose battery cartridge to water or rain. A battery short can cause a large current ow, overheating, possible burns and even a breakdown.

6. Do not store and use the tool and battery car-

tridge in locations where the temperature may reach or exceed 50 °C (122 °F).

7. Do not incinerate the battery cartridge even if

it is severely damaged or is completely worn out. The battery cartridge can explode in a re.

8. Do not nail, cut, crush, throw, drop the battery

cartridge, or hit against a hard object to the battery cartridge.Suchconductmayresultina re,excessiveheat,orexplosion.

9. Do not use a damaged battery.

10. The contained lithium-ion batteries are subject

to the Dangerous Goods Legislation require- ments. Forcommercialtransportse.g.bythirdparties, forwarding agents, special requirement on pack- aging and labeling must be observed. For preparation of the item being shipped, consult- ing an expert for hazardous material is required. Pleasealsoobservepossiblymoredetailed national regulations. Tapeormasko󰀨opencontactsandpackupthe batteryinsuchamannerthatitcannotmove around in the packaging.

11. When disposing the battery cartridge, remove

it from the tool and dispose of it in a safe place. Follow your local regulations relating to disposal of battery.

12. Use the batteries only with the products

specied by Makita. Installing the batteries to non-compliantproductsmayresultinare,exces- siveheat,explosion,orleakofelectrolyte.

13. If the tool is not used for a long period of time,

the battery must be removed from the tool.

14. During and after use, the battery cartridge may

take on heat which can cause burns or low temperature burns. Pay attention to the han- dling of hot battery cartridges.

15. Do not touch the terminal of the tool imme-

diately after use as it may get hot enough to cause burns.

16. Do not allow chips, dust, or soil stuck into the

terminals, holes, and grooves of the battery cartridge.Itmaycauseheating,catchingre, burstandmalfunctionofthetoolorbatterycar- tridge,resultinginburnsorpersonalinjury.

17. Unless the tool supports the use near

high-voltage electrical power lines, do not use the battery cartridge near high-voltage electri- cal power lines.Itmayresultinamalfunctionor breakdownofthetoolorbatterycartridge.

18. Keep the battery away from children.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. CAUTION: Only use genuine Makita batteries. Use of non-genuine Makita batteries, or batteries that havebeenaltered,mayresultinthebatterybursting causingres,personalinjuryanddamage.Itwill alsovoidtheMakitawarrantyfortheMakitatooland charger. Tips for maintaining maximum battery life

1. Charge the battery cartridge before completely

discharged. Always stop tool operation and charge the battery cartridge when you notice less tool power.

2. Never recharge a fully charged battery car-

tridge. Overcharging shortens the battery service life.

3. Charge the battery cartridge with room tem-

perature at 10 °C - 40 °C (50 °F - 104 °F). Let a hot battery cartridge cool down before charging it.

4. When not using the battery cartridge, remove

it from the tool or the charger.

5. Charge the battery cartridge if you do not use

it for a long period (more than six months).16 ENGLISH FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION CAUTION: Always be sure that the tool is switched o󰀨 and the battery cartridge is removed before adjusting or checking function on the tool. Using the tool as cordless hedge trimmer Thistoolcanbeusedasacordlesshedgetrimmerby installing the shear blades for hedge trimmer. Installing or removing battery cartridge CAUTION: Always switch o󰀨 the tool before installing or removing of the battery cartridge. CAUTION: Hold the tool and the battery car- tridge rmly when installing or removing battery cartridge.Failuretoholdthetoolandthebattery cartridgermlymaycausethemtoslipo󰀨yourhands andresultindamagetothetoolandbatterycartridge andapersonalinjury. ►Fig.1: 1. Red indicator 2. Button 3.Batterycartridge Toremovethebatterycartridge,slideitfromthetool while sliding the button on the front of the cartridge. Toinstallthebatterycartridge,alignthetongueonthe batterycartridgewiththegrooveinthehousingandslip itintoplace.Insertitallthewayuntilitlocksinplace withalittleclick.Ifyoucanseetheredindicatoras showninthegure,itisnotlockedcompletely. CAUTION: Always install the battery cartridge fully until the red indicator cannot be seen. If not, itmayaccidentallyfalloutofthetool,causinginjuryto youorsomeonearoundyou. CAUTION: Do not install the battery cartridge forcibly.Ifthecartridgedoesnotslideineasily,itis notbeinginsertedcorrectly. Indicating the remaining battery capacity Only for battery cartridges with the indicator Pressthecheckbuttononthebatterycartridgetoindi- catetheremainingbatterycapacity.Theindicatorlamps light up for a few seconds. ►Fig.2: 1. Indicator lamps 2. Check button Indicator lamps Remaining capacity Lighted O󰀨 Blinking 75% to 100% 50% to 75% 25% to 50% 0% to 25% Charge the battery. Thebattery mayhave malfunctioned. NOTE: Depending on the conditions of use and the ambienttemperature,theindicationmaydi󰀨erslightly fromtheactualcapacity. NOTE:Therst(farleft)indicatorlampwillblinkwhen thebatteryprotectionsystemworks. Tool / battery protection system Thetoolisequippedwithatool/batteryprotectionsys- tem.Thissystemautomaticallycutso󰀨powertothe motortoextendtoolandbatterylife.Thetoolwillauto- maticallystopduringoperationifthetoolorbatteryis placed under one of the following conditions: Overload protection Whenthebatteryisoperatedinamannerthatcauses ittodrawanabnormallyhighcurrent,thetoolautomati- callystops.Inthissituation,turnthetoolo󰀨andstopthe application that caused the tool to become overloaded. Then turn the tool on to restart. Overheat protection Whenthebatteryisoverheated,thetoolstopsautomat- ically.Inthiscase,letthetoolandbatterycoolbefore turning the tool on again. Overdischarge protection Whenthebatterycapacityisnotenough,thetoolstops automatically.Inthiscase,removethebatteryfromthe toolandchargethebattery.17 ENGLISH Switch action

WARNING: Before installing the battery car-

tridge into the tool, always check to see that the switch trigger actuates properly and returns to the "OFF" position when released.

WARNING: For your safety, this tool is

equipped with the lock-o󰀨 button which prevents the tool from unintended starting. Never use the tool if it starts when you pull the switch trigger without pressing the lock-o󰀨 button.Askyourlocal Makita Service Center for repairs.

WARNING: Never disable the lock function or

tape down the lock-o󰀨 button. NOTICE: Do not pull the switch trigger forcibly without pressing the lock-o󰀨 button. The switch maybreak. ►Fig.3: 1. Switch trigger 2.Lock-o󰀨button Topreventtheswitchtriggerfrombeingaccidentally pulled,alock-o󰀨buttonisprovided. Tostartthetool,pressthelock-o󰀨buttonandpullthe switch trigger. Release the switch trigger to stop. The lock- o󰀨buttoncanbepressedfromeithertherightorleftside. Indicator lamp The indicator lamp blinks or lights up when the remain- ingbatterycapacityisloworempty.Theindicatorlamp also lights up when the tool becomes overloaded. ►Fig.4: 1. Indicator lamp Lamp status and action to be taken Indicator lamp Status Action to be taken The lamp blinks red. The remaining bat- terycapacityislow. Chargethebattery. The lamp lights up red. * The tool has stopped because the remain- ingbatterycapacity isempty. Chargethebattery. The tool has stopped due to overload. Turno󰀨thetool.

• The time at which the indicator lamp lights up varies depending onthetemperaturearoundtheworkareaandthebatterycar- tridge conditions. Adjusting the shearing height (for grass shear) Optional accessory CAUTION: When changing the shearing height, be sure to attach the blade cover and be careful not to trap ngers between the tool and grass receiver. The shearing height can be set to three levels (15 mm, 20mm,and25mm)bychangingthexedpositionof the grass receiver. The shearing height without the grass receiver is about 10 mm.

Slide the grass receiver toward the front of the tool. ►Fig.5: 1. Grass receiver

2. Changethexedpositionofthegrassreceiverby

moving it in the direction of the arrow. ►Fig.6 NOTE: The shearing height value is a guideline. The actualshearingheightmayvarydependingonthe condition of the lawn or the ground. NOTE:Tryatestshearinginalessconspicuous placetogetyourdesiredheight. ASSEMBLY CAUTION: Always be sure that the tool is switched o󰀨 and the battery cartridge is removed before carrying out any work on the tool. CAUTION: When replacing the shear blades, always wear gloves and attach the blade cover so that your hands and face do not directly contact the blades. NOTICE: When replacing the shear blades, do not wipe o󰀨 grease from the gear and crank. Installing or removing the blade cover for grass shear CAUTION: Be careful not to touch the blades when installing or removing the blade cover. Toremovethebladecover,pullitslightly,andthenslide itsideways.Toinstallthebladecover,performthesteps in reverse. ►Fig.7 Installing or removing the grass receiver Optional accessory CAUTION: When installing or removing the grass receiver, be sure to attach the blade cover and be careful not to trap your ngers between the tool and grass receiver. Installing the grass receiver

1. Hook the hinge of the grass receiver on the groove

of the tool. ►Fig.8: 1. Hinge 2. Grass receiver

2. Align the protrusions on the grass receiver with

thegroovesonthetoolbyslidingthegrassreceiver toward the front of the tool and moving it in the direction of the arrow. ►Fig.9 NOTICE: Do not attach the hinge of the grass receiver to the tool forcibly after aligning the pro- trusions on the grass receiver with the grooves on the tool.18 ENGLISH Removing the grass receiver

1. Release the protrusions on the grass receiver

from the grooves on the tool while sliding the grass receiver toward the front of the tool. ►Fig.10: 1. Grass receiver

2. Release the hinge of the grass receiver from the

tool. Installing or removing the shear blades for grass shear NOTICE: If the parts other than the shear blades such as the crank are worn out, ask Makita Authorized Service Centers for parts replacement or repairs. Removing the shear blades

1. Remove the grass receiver if it's installed. Place

the tool upside down. ►Fig.11

2. While pressing the lock lever, turn the undercover

counterclockwise until on the undercover is aligned with on the lock lever. ►Fig.12: 1. Undercover 2. Lock lever

3. Remove the undercover, shear blades, and crank.

1. Prepare the crank, undercover, and new grass

2. Remove the blade cover from the old grass shear

blades, and then attach it to the new ones. ►Fig.15: 1. Blade cover

3. Adjustthethreepinssothattheyarelinedupon

the alignment line. ►Fig.16: 1. Alignment line

4. Applyasmallamountofgreasetotheperiphery

of the crank. Attach the crank to the pins with the small and large rounds facing up. ►Fig.17: 1. Crank

5. Adjustthebladesandguideplatesothatthehole

in the guide plate and the two protrusions on the blades are lined up. ►Fig.18: 1. Guide plate

6. Turn the shear blades upside down and install

themsothatthepinsonthetooltintheholeonthe guideplate.Makesurethattheshearbladesarexed securelyinplace. ►Fig.19: 1. Guide plate NOTE:Slidingthebladecoverforwardslightlymakes it easier to install the shear blades.

7. Place the undercover so that on the under-

cover is aligned with on the lock lever. ►Fig.20: 1. Undercover 2. Lock lever

While pressing the undercover, turn the undercover clockwise until on the undercover is aligned with on the lock lever. ►Fig.21: 1. Undercover 2. Lock lever

9. Makesurethatthelocklevertsinthegrooveon

the undercover. ►Fig.22: 1. Lock lever CAUTION: Never use the tool without install- ing the undercover.

10. Remove the blade cover, and then turn on the tool

tocheckthatitworksproperly. NOTICE: If the shear blades do not operate prop- erly, the blades are not engaging the crank prop- erly. Remove the blades and install them again. Installing or removing shear blades for hedge trimmer CAUTION: Attach the blade cover before removing or installing the shear blades. NOTICE: If the parts other than the shear blades such as the crank are worn out, ask Makita Authorized Service Centers for parts replacement or repairs. Removing the shear blades

1. Place the tool upside down.

2. While pressing the lock lever, turn the undercover

counterclockwise until on the undercover is aligned with on the lock lever. ►Fig.24: 1. Lock lever 2. Undercover

3. Remove the undercover.

►Fig.25: 1. Undercover

4. Loosen two screws with a screwdriver and remove

the shear blades. ►Fig.26: 1. Screws NOTE: The shear blades can be removed without removing the screws.

5. Remove the crank from the shear blades.

►Fig.27: 1. Crank NOTE:Thecrankmayremaininthetool. NOTE: Attach the blade cover and the storage case to the removed shear blades, and then store the blades. Installing hedge trimmer blades

1. Prepare the crank, undercover, and new hedge

Attach the blade cover to the hedge trimmer blades. ►Fig.29: 1. Blade cover

3. Adjustthethreepinssothattheyarelinedupon

the alignment line. ►Fig.30: 1. Alignment line19 ENGLISH

4. Applyasmallamountofgreasetotheperipheryof

the crank. Attach the crank to the pins with its small and large rounds facing down. ►Fig.31: 1. Crank

Slide the shear blades so that the hole on the guide plate is positioned at the center of the rings of blades. ►Fig.32: 1. Guide plate

6. Turn the shear blades upside down and install

8. Place the undercover so that

on the under- cover is aligned with on the lock lever. ►Fig.35: 1. Lock lever 2. Undercover

9. While pressing the undercover, turn the under-

cover clockwise until on the undercover is aligned with on the lock lever. ►Fig.36: 1. Undercover

11. Remove the blade cover, and then turn on the tool

tocheckifthetoolworksproperly. NOTICE: If the shear blades do not operate prop- erly, the blades are not engaging the crank prop- erly. Remove the blades and install them again. Installing or removing the chip receiver Optional accessory CAUTION: When installing or removing the chip receiver, always wear gloves and attach the blade cover so that your hands and face do not directly contact the blade. The chip receiver gathers discarded leaves and makes clean-up afterward much easier. It can be installed on either side of the tool. To install the chip receiver, press it against the shear blades sothatthehookstintotheholesoftheshearblades. ►Fig.38: 1. Hooks 2. Holes To remove the chip receiver, press the levers on both sides to release the hooks. ►Fig.39: 1. Levers NOTICE: Never try to remove the chip receiver by an excessive force with its hooks locked in the holes of the blades. OPERATION

WARNING: Before shearing, clear away sticks

and stones from the shearing area. Furthermore, clear away any weeds from the shearing area in advance. ►Fig.40

WARNING: Keep hands away from blades.

CAUTION: Avoid operating the tool in very hot weather as much as practicable. When operat- ing the tool, be careful of your physical condition. Shearing (for grass shear) Turnthetoolonafteradjustingtheshearingheightand hold it so that the bottom of the tool rests on the ground. Gentlymovethetoolforward. ►Fig.41 When trimming around curbs, fences or trees, move the tool along them. Be careful that the blades do not come into contact with them. ►Fig.42 Whentrimmingsproutsorfoliageofasmalltree,trimlittlebylittle. ►Fig.43 Trim large branches to the desired height using branch cutters before using this tool. NOTICE: Do not use the tool in a way that causes the motor to stop or to rotate extremely slowly. NOTICE: Do not attempt to cut thick branches. NOTICE: Do not allow the shear blades to con- tact the ground during operation. The blades will be dulled, causing poor performance. NOTICE: Do not trim the wet grass or foliage of small trees. Cutting long lawn Donottrytocutlonggrassallatonce.Instead,cutthelawninsteps. Leaveadayortwobetweencutsuntilthelawnbecomesevenlyshort. ►Fig.44 NOTE: Cutting long grass to a short length all at once maycausethegrasstodie. Trimming (for hedge trimmer) CAUTION: Be careful not to accidentally contact a metal fence or other hard objects while trimming.Thebladesmaybreakandcauseaninjury. CAUTION: Be careful not to allow the shear blades to contact the ground.Thetoolmayrecoil andcauseaninjury. CAUTION: Overreaching with a hedge trim- mer, particularly from a ladder, is extremely dangerous.Donotworkwhilestandingonanything wobblyorinrm.20 ENGLISH NOTICE: Do not attempt to cut branches thicker than 10 mm in diameter with the tool. Cut branches to 10 cm lower than the cutting height using branch cutters before using the tool. ►Fig.45: (1) Cutting height (2) 10 cm NOTICE: Do not cut down dead trees or similar hard objects.Doingsomaydamagethetool. NOTICE: Do not trim the grass or weeds while using the shear blades.Thebladesmaybecome tangled in the grass or weeds. Hold the tool with one hand, pull the switch trigger while pressingthelock-o󰀨button,andthenmoveitforward. ►Fig.46 For basic operation, tilt the blades toward the trimming directionandmoveitcalmlyandslowlyatthespeed rate of 3 to 4 seconds per meter. ►Fig.47 To tie a string at the desired height and to trim along it helpyoutocutahedgetopevenly. ►Fig.48 If the chip receiver is attached to the blades, it gathers discarded leaves and makes clean-up afterward much easier. Tocutahedgesideevenly,cutfromthebottomtotop. ►Fig.49 When trimming to make a round shape (trimming box- wood or rhododendron, etc.), trim from the root to the topforabeautifulnish. ►Fig.50 MAINTENANCE CAUTION: Always be sure that the tool is switched o󰀨 and the battery cartridge is removed before attempting to perform inspection or maintenance. To maintain product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs,anyothermaintenanceoradjustmentshould beperformedbyMakitaAuthorizedorFactoryService Centers,alwaysusingMakitareplacementparts. Cleaning the tool Cleanthetoolbywipingo󰀨dustwithadryclothorone dippedinsoapywaterandwrungout. NOTICE: Never use gasoline, benzine, thinner, alcohol or the like. Discoloration, deformation or cracks may result. Blade maintenance Before the operation or once per hour during operation, applylow-viscosityoil(machineoil,orspray-typelubri- cating oil) to the blades. ►Fig.51 ►Fig.52 After operation, remove dust from both sides of the bladeswithawiredbrush,wipeito󰀨withaclothand thenapplylow-viscosityoil(machineoil,orspray-type lubricating oil) to the blades. ►Fig.53 ►Fig.54 NOTICE: Do not wash the blades in water. Doing somaycauserustordamagetothetool. NOTICE: Dirt and corrosion cause excessive blade friction and shorten the operating time per battery charge. Storage The hook hole in the tool bottom is convenient for hang- ing the tool from a nail or screw on the wall. Attach the blade cover to the shear blades so that the blades are not exposed. Store the tool out of the reach of children. Store the tool in a place not exposed to moisture or rain. ►Fig.55: 1. Hole ►Fig.56: 1. Hole OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES CAUTION: These accessories or attachments are recommended for use with your Makita tool specied in this manual.Theuseofanyother accessories or attachments might present a risk of injurytopersons.Onlyuseaccessoryorattachment for its stated purpose. Ifyouneedanyassistanceformoredetailsregard- ingtheseaccessories,askyourlocalMakitaService Center.

• Shear blade cover (for grass shear use)

• Grass receiver (for grass shear use)

• Long handle attachment (for grass shear use)

• Hedge trimmer blades

• Shear blade cover (for hedge trimmer use)

• Chip receiver (for hedge trimmer use)