Putting Into Operation - Makita UR007GM101 Instruction Manual

Electrical and battery safety
Do not expose the tool to rain or wet condi-
1.
tions. Water entering the tool will increase the risk
of electric shock.
Do not use the tool if the switch does not turn it
2.
on and off. Any tool that cannot be controlled with
the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the
3.
switch is in the off-position before installing a
battery pack, picking up or carrying the tool.
Carrying the tool with your finger on the switch or
energising the tool that have the switch on invites
accidents.
4. Do not dispose of the battery(ies) in a fire.
The cell may explode. Check with local codes for
possible special disposal instructions.
5. Do not open or mutilate the battery(ies).
Released electrolyte is corrosive and may cause
damage to the eyes or skin. It may be toxic if
swallowed.
6. Do not charge battery in rain, or in wet locations.
7. Avoid dangerous environment. Don't use the
tool in damp or wet locations or expose it to
rain. Water entering the tool will increase the
risk of electric shock.
8. Do not charge the battery outdoors.
Do not handle charger, including charger plug,
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and charger terminals with wet hands.
10. Do not replace the battery with wet hands.
11. Do not replace the battery in the rain.
12. Do not wet the terminal of battery with liquid
such as water, or submerge the battery. Do not
leave the battery in the rain, nor charge, use,
or store the battery in a damp or wet place. If
the terminal gets wet or liquid enters inside of bat-
tery, the battery may be short circuited and there is
a risk of overheat, fire, or explosion.
13. After removing the battery from the tool or
charger, be sure to attach the battery cover to
the battery and store it in a dry place.
14. If the battery cartridge gets wet, drain the
water inside and then wipe it with a dry cloth.
Dry the battery cartridge completely in a dry
place before use.
15. When you use the tool on muddy ground, wet
slope, or slippery place, pay attention to your
footing.

Putting into operation

Before assembling or adjusting the tool,
1.
remove the battery cartridge.
2. Before handling the cutter blade, wear protec-
tive gloves.
3. Before installing the battery cartridge, inspect
the tool for damages, loose screws/nuts or
improper assembly. Sharpen blunt cutter
blade. If the cutter blade is bent or dam-
aged, replace it. Check all control levers and
switches for easy action. Clean and dry the
handles.
Never attempt to switch on the tool if it is dam-
4.
aged or not fully assembled. Otherwise serious
injury may result.
5. Adjust the shoulder harness and hand grip to
suit the operator's body size.
6. When inserting a battery cartridge, keep the
cutting attachment clear of your body and
other object, including the ground. It may rotate
when starting and may cause injury or damage to
the tool and/or property.
7. Remove any adjusting key, wrench or blade
cover before turning the tool on. An accessory
left attached to a rotating part of the tool may
result in personal injury.
8. The cutting tool has to be equipped with the
guard. Never run the tool with damaged guards
or without guards in place!
9. Make sure there are no electrical cables, water
pipes, gas pipes etc. that could cause a hazard
if damaged by use of the tool.
Operation
In the event of an emergency, switch off the
1.
tool immediately.
2. If you feel any unusual condition (e.g. noise,
vibration) during operation, switch off the
tool and remove the battery cartridge. Do not
use the tool until the cause is recognized and
solved.
The cutting attachment continues to rotate for
3.
a short period after turning the tool off. Don't
rush to contact the cutting attachment.
During operation, use the shoulder harness.
4.
Keep the tool on your right side firmly.
5. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and
balance at all times. Watch for hidden obsta-
cles such as tree stumps, roots and ditches to
avoid stumbling.
Always be sure of your footing on slopes.
6.
7. Walk, never run.
8. Never work on a ladder or tree to avoid loss of
control.
If the tool gets heavy impact or fall, check the
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condition before continuing work. Check the
controls and safety devices for malfunction. If
there is any damage or doubt, ask our autho-
rized service center for the inspection and
repair.
10. Do not touch the gear case during and imme-
diately after the operation. The gear case
becomes hot during operation and can cause burn
injury.
11. Take a rest to prevent loss of control caused
by fatigue. We recommend taking a 10 to 20-min-
ute rest every hour.
12. When you leave the tool, even if it is a short
time, always remove the battery cartridge. The
unattended tool with the battery cartridge installed
may be used by unauthorized person and cause
serious accident.
13. If grass or branches get caught between the
cutting attachment and guard, always turn
the tool off and remove the battery cartridge
before cleaning. Otherwise the cutting attach-
ment may rotate unintentionally and cause serious
injury.
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