Troubleshooting - Makita DUR189 Instruction Manual

Replacing the plastic blade
Replace the blade if it is worn out or broken.
When installing the plastic blade, align the direction of
the arrow on the blade with that of the protector.

TROUBLESHOOTING

do not attempt to dismantle the tool. Instead, ask Makita Authorized Service Centers, always using Makita replace-
ment parts for repairs.
State of abnormality
Motor does not run.
Motor stops running after a little use.
It does not reach maximum RPM.
Cutting tool does not rotate:
stop the machine immediately!
Abnormal vibration:
stop the machine immediately!
Cutting tool and motor cannot stop:
Remove the battery immediately!
Probable cause (malfunction)
Battery cartridge is not installed.
Battery problem (under voltage)
The drive system does not work
correctly.
Battery's charge level is low.
Overheating.
Battery is installed improperly.
Battery power is dropping.
The drive system does not work
correctly.
cutting tool.
The drive system does not work
correctly.
One end of the nylon cord has been
broken.
Plastic blade(s) is broken.
The drive system does not work
correctly.
Electric or electronic malfunction.
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1. Arrow on the protector 2. Arrow on the blade
To maintain product SAFETY and RELIABILITY,
be performed by Makita Authorized or Factory Service
Centers, always using Makita replacement parts.
Remedy
Install the battery cartridge.
Recharge the battery. If recharging is not effective,
replace battery.
Ask your local authorized service center for repair.
Recharge the battery. If recharging is not effective,
replace battery.
Stop using of tool to allow it to cool down.
Install the battery cartridge as described in this
manual.
Recharge the battery. If recharging is not effective,
replace battery.
Ask your local authorized service center for repair.
Ask your local authorized service center for repair.
Tap the nylon cutting head against the ground while
it is rotating to cause the cord to feed.
Replace broken plastic blade(s) with new one(s).
Ask your local authorized service center for repair.
Remove the battery and ask your local authorized
service center for repair.