Save All Warnings And Instruc- Tions For Future Reference; Safety Warnings; General Instructions - Makita DUR369A Instruction Manual

Symbols
The followings show the symbols used for the equipment.
Be sure that you understand their meaning before use.
Take particular care and attention.
Read instruction manual.
Keep distance at least 15 m.
15m(50 )
FT
Danger; be aware of thrown objects.
Caution; kickback
Wear a helmet, goggles and ear protection.
Wear safety glasses.
Wear ear protection.
Wear protective gloves.
Wear sturdy boots with nonslip soles.
Steeltoed safety boots are recommended.
Do not expose to moisture.
Only for EU countries
Ni-MH
Li-ion Do not dispose of electric equipment or
battery pack together with household
waste material! In observance of the
European Directives, on Waste Electric
and Electronic Equipment and Batteries
and Accumulators and Waste Batteries and
Accumulators and their implementation
in accordance with national laws, electric
equipment and batteries and battery
pack(s) that have reached the end of
their life must be collected separately and
returned to an environmentally compatible
recycling facility.
EC Declaration of Conformity
For European countries only
The EC declaration of conformity is included as Annex A
to this instruction manual.

SAFETY WARNINGS

General power tool safety warnings
WARNING:
Read all safety warnings, instruc-
tions, illustrations and specifications provided
with this power tool. Failure to follow all instructions
listed below may result in electric shock, fire and/or
serious injury.
Save all warnings and instruc-
tions for future reference.
The term "power tool" in the warnings refers to your
mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated
(cordless) power tool.
Important safety instructions for the tool
WARNING:
all instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and
instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or
serious injury.
Save all warnings and instruc-
tions for future reference.
Intended use
1. This tool is only intended for cutting grass,
weeds, bushes and undergrowth. It should not
be used for any other purpose such as edging
or hedge cutting as this may cause injury.

General instructions

1. Never allow people unfamiliar with these
instructions, people (including children) with
reduced physical, sensory or mental capabil-
ities, or lack of experience and knowledge to
use the tool. Children should be supervised to
ensure that they do not play with the tool.
2. Before starting the tool, read this instruction
manual to become familiar with the handling of
the tool.
3. Do not lend the tool to a person with insuffi-
cient experience or knowledge regarding han-
dling of brushcutters and string trimmers.
4. When lending the tool, always attach this
instruction manual.
5. Handle the tool with the utmost care and
attention.
6. Never use the tool after consuming alcohol or
drugs, or if feeling tired or ill.
7. Never attempt to modify the tool.
8. Follow the regulations about handling of
brushcutters and string trimmers in your
country.
Personal protective equipment
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1. Wear safety helmet, protective goggles and
protective gloves to protect yourself from
flying debris or falling objects.
2. Wear ear protection such as ear muffs to pre-
vent hearing loss.
3. Wear proper clothing and shoes for safe
operation, such as a work overall and sturdy,
non-slip shoes. Do not wear loose clothing or
jewelry. Loose clothes, jewelry or long hair can be
caught in moving parts.
4. When touching the cutting blade, wear protec-
tive gloves. Cutting blades can cut bare hands
severely.
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Read all safety warnings and