Makita XBU01 Manual

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should always be followed, including the following:
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BEFORE USING THIS APPLIANCE

To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury:

1. Do not leave appliance when battery fitted. Remove battery from appliance when not in use and before servicing.
2. Do not expose to rain. Store indoors.
3. Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when used by or near children.
4. Use only as described in this manual. Use only manufacturer's recommended attachments.
5. Do not use with damaged battery. If appliance is not working as it should, has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or dropped into water, return it to a service center.
6. Do not put any object into openings. Do not use with any opening blocked; keep free of dust, lint, hair, and anything that may reduce air flow.
7. Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts of body away from openings and moving parts.
8. Use extra care when cleaning on stairs.
9. Use only the charger supplied by the manufacturer to recharge.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
This appliance is intended for commercial use.

SAFETY WARNINGS

1. Always use protective goggles, a cap and mask when using the blower. Ordinary eye or sun glasses are NOT safety glasses.
2. Never point the nozzle at anyone in the vicinity when using the blower.
3. Never block suction inlet and/or blower outlet.
   • Do not block suction inlet or blower outlet to clean up in dusty areas.
   • Do not use the blower with a tapered nozzle smaller than the original one, such as a new nozzle obtained by attaching an extra diameter-reduced hose or smaller hose to the nozzle top end.
   • Do not Use the blower to inflate balls, rubber boat or the similar.

Increased motor revolution may cause dangerous fan breakage and result in serious personal injury. Heated motor and control circuit may cause a fire.

4. AVOID UNINTENTIONAL STARTING. Do not carry battery fitted tool with finger on switch.
5. Some material contains chemicals which may be toxic. Take caution to prevent dust inhalation and skin contact. Follow material supplier safety data.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.

DO NOT let comfort or familiarity with product (gained from repeated use) replace strict adherence to safety rules for the subject product. MISUSE or failure to follow the safety rules stated in this instruction manual may cause serious personal injury.

SPECIFICATIONS

• Due to our continuing program of research and development, the specifications herein are subject to change without notice.
• Specifications and battery cartridge may differ from country to country.
• Weight, with battery cartridge, according to EPTA-Procedure 01/2003

SYMBOLS

The followings show the symbols used for tool.

V	volts
	direct current
no	no load speed
.../min r/min	revolutions or reciprocation per minute

FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION

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  Always be sure that the tool is switched off and the battery cartridge is removed before adjusting or checking function on the tool.

Installing or removing battery cartridge

1. Red indicator
2. Button
3. Battery cartridge

• Always switch off the tool before installing or removing of the battery cartridge.
• Hold the tool and the battery cartridge firmly when installing or removing battery cartridge.
  Failure to hold the tool and the battery cartridge firmly may cause them to slip off your hands and result in damage to the tool and battery cartridge and a personal injury.

To remove the battery cartridge, slide it from the tool while sliding the button on the front of the cartridge.
To install the battery cartridge, align the tongue on the battery cartridge with the groove in the housing and slip it into place. Insert it all the way until it locks in place with a little click. If you can see the red indicator on the upper side of the button, it is not locked completely.

• Always install the battery cartridge fully until the red indicator cannot be seen. If not, it may accidentally fall out of the tool, causing injury to you or someone around you.
• Do not install the battery cartridge forcibly. If the cartridge does not slide in easily, it is not being inserted correctly.

NOTE:

• The tool does not work with only one battery cartridge.

Tool / battery protection system

The tool is equipped with a tool/battery protection system. This system automatically cuts off power to the motor to extend tool and battery life.
The tool will automatically stop during operation if the tool or battery are placed under one of the following conditions. In some conditions, the indicators light up.

Overload protection
When the tool is operated in a manner that causes it to draw an abnormally high current, the tool automatically stops without any indication. In this situation, turn the tool off and stop the application that caused the tool to become overloaded. Then turn the tool on to restart.

Overheat protection for battery
When the battery is overheated, the tool stops automatically without any indication. The tool does not start even if pressing the switch button. In this situation, let the battery cool before turning the tool on again.

NOTE:
The battery overheat protection works only with a battery cartridge with a star marking.

1. Star marking

Overdischarge protection

1. Battery indicator

When the remaining battery capacity gets low, the battery indicator blinks on the applicable battery side. By further use, the tool stops and the battery indicator lights up about 10 seconds. In this situation, charge the battery cartridge.

Switch action

1. HIGH/LOW button
2. OFF button

To start the tool, simply press the "HIGH/LOW" button. To switch off, press the "OFF" button. To change the tool speed, press the "HIGH/LOW" button. The first press on this button is for high speed and the second press for low speed and then each press on this button repeats the high/low speed cycle alternatively.

ASSEMBLY

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  Always be sure that the tool is switched off and the battery cartridge is removed before carrying out any work on the tool.

Installing or removing the long nozzle

1. Hook
2. Button
3. Long nozzle

To install the long nozzle, push in onto the blower outlet of the tool all the way.

1. Button

To remove the long nozzle, press its both buttons and with the buttons being pressed pull it out.

Installing the shoulder strap

1. Hanger

Pull the hanger out of the tool.
Hook the shoulder strap onto the hanger of the tool. Before use, adjust the length of strap so that it is easy to work with it.

OPERATION

Blowing
Hold the blower firmly with a hand and perform the blowing operation by moving it around slowly.
When blowing around a building, a big stone or a vehicle, direct the nozzle away from them. When performing an operation in corner, start from the corner and then move to wide area.

MAINTENANCE

• Always be sure that the tool is switched off and the battery cartridge is removed before attempting to perform inspection or maintenance.
• Never use gasoline, benzine, thinner, alcohol or the like. Discoloration, deformation or cracks may result.

Cleaning

From time to time, wipe off the outside of the tool using a cloth dampened in soapy water.

Replacing carbon brushes

1. Limit mark

Remove and check the carbon brushes regularly. Replace when they wear down to the limit mark. Keep the carbon brushes clean and free to slip in the holders. Both carbon brushes should be replaced at the same time. Use only identical carbon brushes.

1. Screwdriver
2. Brush holder cap

Use a screwdriver to remove the brush holder caps. Take out the worn carbon brushes, insert the new ones and secure the brush holder caps.
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.

OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES

• 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 regarding these accessories, ask your local Makita Service Center.

• Makita genuine battery and charger

NOTE:

• Some items in the list may be included in the tool package as standard accessories. They may differ from country to country.

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