SPECIFICATIONS Model: DUX18 No load speed 0 - 6,800 min (without attachment) High 0 - 9,700 min Overall length 977 mm Rated voltage D.C. 18 V Net weight 4.0 kg - 10.3 kg • Due to our continuing program of research and development, the specifications herein are subject to change without notice. • Specifications may differ from country to country. • The weight may differ depending on the attachment(s), including the battery cartridge. The lightest and heavi- est combination, according to EPTA-Procedure 01/2014, are shown in the table.
Approved attachment Type Model Grass trimmer attachment EM408MP, EM409MP Hedge trimmer attachment EN401MP, EN410MP Ground trimmer attachment EN420MP Pole saw attachment EY401MP Cultivator attachment KR400MP, KR401MP Edger attachment EE400MP Coffee harvester attachment EJ400MP Shaft extension attachment LE400MP Power brush attachment BR400MP Power sweep attachment SW400MP Blower attachment UB400MP...
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If operating a power tool in a damp location is unavoid- Power tool use and care able, use a residual current device (RCD) protected Do not force the power tool. Use the correct supply. Use of an RCD reduces the risk of electric shock. power tool for your application.
Do not expose a battery pack or tool to fire or 16. The cutting tool has to be equipped with the excessive temperature. Exposure to fire or tem- guard. Never run the tool with damaged guards or without guards in place! perature above 130 °C may cause explosion. Follow all charging instructions and do not 17.
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Vibration When touching the cutting blade, wear protec- tive gloves. Cutting blades can cut bare hands People with poor circulation who are exposed severely. to excessive vibration may experience injury to blood vessels or the nervous system. Kickback (Blade thrust) Vibration may cause the following symptoms Kickback (blade thrust) is a sudden reaction to occur in the fingers, hands or wrists: "Falling...
When disposing the battery cartridge, remove CAUTION: Only use genuine Makita batteries. it from the tool and dispose of it in a safe Use of non-genuine Makita batteries, or batteries that place. Follow your local regulations relating to have been altered, may result in the battery bursting disposal of battery.
Tool / battery protection system FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION The tool is equipped with a tool/battery protection sys- tem. This system automatically cuts off power to the motor to extend tool and battery life. The tool will auto- WARNING: matically stop during operation and the indicator lamps Always be sure that the tool is light up if the tool is placed under one of the following switched off and the battery cartridge is removed conditions: before adjusting or checking function on the tool.
Overheat protection for tool or battery Main power switch When the tool or battery cartridge is overheated, the tool stops automatically and the indicator lamp lights WARNING: Always turn off the main power up in red. Let the tool and/or battery cool down before switch when not in use. turning the tool on again. Press the main power button to turn on the tool. To turn Overdischarge protection off the tool, press and hold the main power button until the indicator lamps go off.
To prevent the switch trigger from being accidentally ASSEMBLY pulled, a lock-off lever is provided. WARNING: Always be sure that the tool is switched off and battery cartridge is removed before carrying out any work on the tool. Failure to switch off and remove the battery cartridge may result in serious personal injury from accidental start-up. WARNING: Never start the tool unless it is completely assembled. Operation of the tool in a partially assembled state may result in serious per- sonal injury from accidental start-up.
Make sure that the surface of the lever is parallel to the Mounting the attachment pipe pipe. To remove the pipe, turn the lever toward the attach- CAUTION: Always check that the attachment ment side and pull the pipe out while pressing down the pipe is secured after installation.
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Makita. If you put on the shoulder harness included in the tool package and the shoulder harness of the back-...
NOTICE: Never use gasoline, benzine, thinner, alcohol or the like. Discoloration, deformation or cracks may result. To maintain product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs, any other maintenance or adjustment should be performed by Makita Authorized or Factory Service Centers, always using Makita replacement parts. Battery guard WARNING: Do not remove the battery guard. Do not use the tool with the battery guard removed or damaged. Direct impact to the battery cartridge...
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES CAUTION: These accessories or attachments are recommended for use with your Makita tool specified in this manual. The use of any other accessories or attachments might present a risk of injury to persons. Only use accessory or attachment for its stated purpose. If you need any assistance for more details regard- ing these accessories, ask your local Makita Service Center. Refer to "Approved attachment" section for the applica- ble models for this tool.
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