Overheat Protection; Overdischarge Protection - Makita GAU01 Instruction Manual

Overheat protection

When the tool or battery is overheated, the tool stops
automatically and the main power lamp lights up in red.
In this case, let the tool and battery cool before turning
the tool on again.
NOTE: In high temperature environment, the over-
heat protection likely to work and the tool stops
automatically.

Overdischarge protection

When the battery capacity is not enough, the tool stops
automatically and the main power lamp blinks in red. In
this case, remove the battery from the tool and charge
the battery.
Protections against other causes
Protection system is also designed for other causes
that could damage the tool and allows the tool to stop
automatically. Take all the following steps to clear the
causes, when the tool has been brought to a temporary
halt or stop in operation.
1. Turn the tool off, and then turn it on again to restart.
2. Charge the battery(ies) or replace it/them with
recharged battery(ies).
3. Let the machine and battery(ies) cool down.
If no improvement can be found by restoring protection
system, then contact your local Makita Service Center.
Main power switch
WARNING:
Always turn off the main power
switch when not in use.
To turn on the tool, press the main power switch. To turn
off, press the main power switch again.
Fig.4
► 1. Main power lamp 2. Main power switch
NOTE: The main power lamp blinks in green when
you turn on the main power switch while holding down
the lock-off lever and pulling the switch trigger. In this
case, release the switch trigger and the lock-off lever,
and then turn on the main power switch.
NOTE: This tool employs the auto power-off function.
To avoid unintentional start up, the main power switch
will automatically shut down when the switch trigger
is not pulled for a certain period after the main power
switch is turned on.
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Switch action
WARNING:
For your safety, this tool is equipped
with lock-off lever which prevents the tool from unin-
tended starting. NEVER use the tool if it runs when
you simply pull the switch trigger without pressing the
lock-off lever. Return the tool to our authorized service
center for proper repairs BEFORE further usage.
WARNING:
NEVER tape down or defeat pur-
pose and function of lock-off lever.
CAUTION:
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.
NOTICE:
Do not pull the switch trigger hard with-
out pressing the lock-off lever. This can cause
switch breakage.
To prevent the switch trigger from being accidentally
pulled, a lock-off lever is provided. To start the tool,
depress the lock-off lever and pull the switch trigger.
The tool speed increases by increasing pressure on the
switch trigger. Release the switch trigger to stop.
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Fig.5
► 1. Switch trigger 2. Lock-off lever
ASSEMBLY
CAUTION:
Always be sure that the tool is
switched off and the battery cartridge is removed
before carrying out any work on the tool.
CAUTION:
Do not touch the saw chain with
bare hands. Always wear gloves when handling
the saw chain.
Installing or removing saw chain
CAUTION:
The saw chain and the guide bar
are still hot just after the operation. Let them cool
down enough before carrying out any work on
the tool.
CAUTION:
Carry out the procedure of install-
ing or removing saw chain in a clean place free
from sawdust and the like.
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