ENGLISH (Original instructions) SPECIFICATIONS Model: UR016G UR017G Handle type Bike handle Loop handle No load speed 3: 6,500 min (at each rotation speed level) 2: 5,300 min 1: 3,500 min Overall length 1,792 mm (without cutting tool and battery) Nylon cord diameter 2.0 mm...
Model UR017G Cutting tool Left hand Right hand (m/s Uncertainty K (m/s Uncertainty K (m/s (m/s 2-tooth blade Nylon cutting head Plastic blade NOTE: The declared vibration total value(s) has been measured in accordance with a standard test method and may be used for comparing one tool with another.
Save all warnings and instruc- Work area safety tions for future reference. Operate the tool under good visibility and day- light conditions only. Do not operate the tool in The term "power tool" in the warnings refers to your darkness or fog. mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated Do not operate the tool in explosive atmo- (cordless) power tool.
10. Do not replace the battery with wet hands. During operation, use the shoulder harness. Keep the tool on your right side firmly. Do not replace the battery in the rain. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and 12. Do not wet the terminal of battery with liquid balance at all times.
22. Before starting the tool, be sure that the cut- To avoid kickback: ting tool is not touching the ground and other Apply the segment between 8 and 11 o'clock. obstacles such as a tree. Never apply the segment between 12 and 23.
Follow your local regulations relating to disposal of battery. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. 12. Use the batteries only with the products specified by Makita. Installing the batteries to WARNING: DO NOT let comfort or familiarity non-compliant products may result in a fire, exces- with product (gained from repeated use) replace sive heat, explosion, or leak of electrolyte.
When not using the battery cartridge, remove also void the Makita warranty for the Makita tool and it from the tool or the charger. charger. Charge the battery cartridge if you do not use it for a long period (more than six months).
To start the tool, grasp the handle (the lock-off lever is released by the grasp) and then pull the switch trigger. Lighted Blinking To stop the tool, release the switch trigger. 75% to 100% UR016G ► Fig.8: 1. Lock-off lever 2. Switch trigger 50% to 75% UR017G 25% to 50% ► Fig.9: 1. Lock-off lever 2. Switch trigger...
Installing the handle Reverse button for debris removal For UR016G Insert the shaft of the handle into the grip. Align the screw hole in the grip with the one in the shaft. Tighten the screw securely. WARNING: Switch off the tool and remove the ► Fig.13: 1.
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When not in use, store the hex wrench as illustrated to Attach the protector to the clamp using bolts. After keep it from being lost. that, install the protector extension. Insert the protector UR016G extension to the protector and then snap the clips on. ► Fig.17: 1. Hex wrench Make sure that the tabs on the protector extension fit into the slots on the protector.
Makita Authorized Service Centers. Nylon cutting head For UR016G NOTICE: Be sure to use genuine Makita nylon Put on the shoulder harness and fasten the buckle. cutting head. ► Fig.30 ► Fig.28: 1. Nylon cutting head 2. Spindle 3. Hex wrench 4. Loosen 5. Tighten Clasp the hook on the shoulder harness to tool's hanger.
To maintain product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, for maximum control and will reduce the risk of seri- repairs, any other maintenance or adjustment should ous personal injury caused by kickback. be performed by Makita Authorized or Factory Service WARNING: Be extremely careful to maintain Centers, always using Makita replacement parts. control of the tool at all times. Do not allow the...
Replace the plastic blade if it is worn out or broken. blade ► Fig.45 TROUBLESHOOTING Before asking for repairs, conduct your own inspection first. If you find a problem that is not explained in the manual, do not attempt to dismantle the tool. Instead, ask Makita Authorized Service Centers, always using Makita replace- ment parts for repairs. State of abnormality Probable cause (malfunction) Remedy Motor does not run.