Makita DUR365U Instruction Manual page 4

manufacturer. A charger that is suitable for one
used with another battery pack.
battery packs. Use of any other battery packs may
6. When battery pack is not in use, keep it away from
make a connection from one terminal to another.
Shorting the battery terminals together may cause
from the battery; avoid contact. If contact acci-
battery may cause irritation or burns.
Putting into operation
the battery cartridge.
2. Before handling the cutter blade, wear protective
gloves.
3. Before installing the battery cartridge, inspect the
tool for damages, loose screws/nuts or improper
assembly. Sharpen blunt cutter blade. If the cutter
blade is bent or damaged, replace it. Check all
control levers and switches for easy action. Clean
and dry the handles.
4. Never attempt to switch on the tool if it is damaged
may result.
the operator's body size.
6. When inserting a battery cartridge, keep the
cutting attachment clear of your body and other
tool and/or property.
cover before turning the tool on. An accessory left
attached to a rotating part of the tool may result in
OPERATION
1. In the event of an emergency, switch off the tool
immediately.
2. If you feel any unusual condition (e.g. noise,
vibration) during operation, switch off the tool and
remove the battery cartridge. Do not use the tool
until the cause is recognized and solved.
3. The cutting attachment continues to rotate for a
short period after turning the tool off. Don't rush to
contact the cutting attachment.
4. During operation, use the shoulder harness. Keep
5. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance
at all times. Watch for hidden obstacles such as tree
stumps, roots and ditches to avoid stumbling.
6. Always be sure of your footing on slopes.
7. Walk, never run.
8. Never work on a ladder or tree to avoid loss of
control.
9. If the tool gets heavy impact or fall, check the
condition before continuing work. Check the con-
trols and safety devices for malfunction. If there is
any damage or doubt, ask our authorized service
center for the inspection and repair.
10. Do not touch the gear case. The gear case
becomes hot during operation.
11. Take a rest to prevent loss of control caused by
fatigue. We recommend taking a 10 to 20-minute
rest every hour.
12. When you leave the tool, even if it is a short time,
always remove the battery cartridge. The unat-
tended tool with the battery cartridge installed
may be used by unauthorized person and cause
serious accident.
13. If grass or branches get caught between the cut-
ting attachment and guard, always turn the tool off
and remove the battery cartridge before cleaning.
Otherwise the cutting attachment may rotate
14. Never touch moving hazardous parts before the
machine is disconnected from the mains and the
moving hazardous parts have come to a complete
stop.
15. If the cutting attachment hits stones or other
remove the battery cartridge and inspect the cut-
ting attachment.
16. Check the cutting attachment frequently during
operation for cracks or damages. Before the
inspection, remove the battery cartridge and wait
until the cutting attachment stops completely.
Replace damaged cutting attachment immedi-
17. Never cut above waist height.
18. Before starting the cutting operation, wait until the
cutting attachment reaches a constant speed after
turning the tool on.
19. When using metal blades, swing the tool evenly in
half-circle from right to left, like using a scythe.
20. Hold the tool by insulated gripping surfaces only,
because the cutter blade may contact hidden
wiring. Cutter blades contacting a "live" wire may
make exposed metal parts of the tool "live" and
could give the operator an electric shock.
Cutting attachments
hand.
— Nylon cutting heads (string trimmer heads)
are suitable for trimming lawn grass.
— Metal blades are suitable for cutting weeds,
high grasses, bushes, shrubs, underwood,
thicket, and the like.
— Never use other blades including metal
2. Always use the cutting attachment guard properly
suited for the cutting attachment used.
3. When using metal blades, avoid "kickback" and
always prepare for an accidental kickback. See
the section "Kickback".
4. When not in use, attach the blade cover onto the
blade. Remove the cover before operation.
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