Maintenance; Optional Accessories - Makita UM164D Instruction Manual

Shear big branches to your desired height beforehand
using branch scissors before using this tool.
CAUTION:
When trimming twigs and foliage, do not attempt to
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trim too much at a time. Proceed gently. Also do not
attempt to cut thick branches.
Do not let the shear blades contact the grounds
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during operation. The blades will be dulled, causing
poor performance.
Do not trim wet grass or foliage of small trees
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MAINTENANCE

CAUTION:
Always be sure that the tool is switched off and the
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battery cartridge is removed before attempting to
perform inspection or maintenance.
Cleaning the tool
Clean out the tool by wiping off dust with a dry or
soap-dipped rag.
CAUTION:
Never use gasoline, benzine, thinner, alcohol or the
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like. Discoloration, deformation or cracks may
result.
Shear blade maintenance
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After operation, remove dust from both sides of the blade
with wired brush, wipe off it with a rag and then apply
enough low-viscosity oil, such as machine oil etc. and
spray-type lubricating oil.
1. Brush
1. Machine oil
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CAUTION:
Do not wash the blades in water. Failure to do so
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may cause rust or damage on the tool.
Dirt and corrosion cause excessive blade friction
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and shorten the operating time per battery charge.
After use
To clean off the exterior of the tool, dampen a soft
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cloth in a soapy water and wipe gently. Never use
thinner or benzine.
Do not store the tool in a place where volatile
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materials are stored.
To maintain product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs,
any other maintenance or adjustment should be
performed by Makita Authorized Service Centers, always
using Makita replacement parts.

OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES

CAUTION:
These accessories
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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.
attachment for its stated purpose.
If you need any assistance for more details regarding
these accessories, ask your local Makita Service Center.
Grass shear blade assembly
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Grass shear blade cover
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Base frame
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Makita genuine battery and charger
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Long handle attachment
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For cordless hedge trimmer use
This tool can be used as a hedge trimmer by using the
hedge shear blade (optional accessory) and 2-way
change set (optional accessory).
To use this tool as a hedge trimmer, replacing the grass
shear blades with the hedge shear blades is required.
For removing the grass shear blades, refer to the
aforementioned section titled "Installing or removing
grass shear blades". For installing the hedge shear
blades, refer to the section below titled "Installing or
removing hedge shear blades".
Hedge shear blade assembly (for Hedge Trimmer)
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2-way change set consisting of the following two
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accessories
Hedge shear blade cover (for Hedge Trimmer)
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Storage case (for blade bottom section)
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or attachments
Only use accessory or
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