Overheat Protection; Overdischarge Protection - Makita XBU07 Instruction Manual

Overheat protection

When the machine or battery is overheated, the
machine stops automatically. In this case, let the
machine and battery cool before turning the machine
on again.

Overdischarge protection

When the battery capacity is not enough, the machine
stops automatically. In this case, remove the battery
from the machine and charge the battery.
Protections against other causes
Protection system is also designed for other causes that
could damage the machine and allows the machine to
stop automatically. Take all the following steps to clear
the causes, when the machine has been brought to a
temporary halt or stop in operation.
1. Turn the machine 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.
NOTICE:
If the machine stops due to a cause
not described above, refer to the section for
troubleshooting.
Switch action
WARNING:
Before installing the battery car-
tridge into the machine, always check to see that
the switch trigger actuates properly and returns
to the "OFF" position when released.
Fig.9
► 1. Switch trigger
To start the machine, simply pull the switch trigger. The
speed is increased by increasing pressure on the switch
trigger. Release the switch trigger to stop.
NOTE: If you install the battery cartridge while pulling
the switch trigger, the machine does not start. To start
the machine, first release the switch trigger and return
the control lever fully, and then pull the switch trigger.
Cruise control function
The cruise control function allows the operator to main-
tain a constant speed without pulling the trigger. To
increase the speed, turn the control lever forward. To
decrease the speed, turn the control lever backward.
Fig.10
► 1. Control lever
Switching the operation
You can switch the blowing operation and vacuuming
operation using the change lever. To use the machine
for blowing operation, pull down the change lever fully.
To use the machine for vacuuming operation, pull up the
change lever fully.
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Fig.11
► 1. Change lever
NOTICE:
such as sand, switching the change lever may
become heavy due to the dust. In this case, turn
off the machine and switch the change lever two
or three times to clear away the dust.
Accidental re-start preventive
function
Even if you install the battery cartridge while pulling the
switch trigger, the machine does not start. To start the
machine, first release the switch trigger and return the
control lever fully, and then pull the switch trigger.
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If you vacuum a large amount of dust
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