Makita DUM111 Manual De Instrucciones página 17

Switch action
WARNING:
Before installing the battery car-
tridge into the tool, always check to see that the
switch trigger actuates properly and returns to
the "OFF" position when released.
WARNING:
For your safety, this tool is
equipped with the lock-off button which prevents
the tool from unintended starting. Never use the
tool if it starts when you pull the switch trigger
without pressing the lock-off button. Ask your local
Makita Service Center for repairs.
WARNING:
Never disable the lock function or
tape down the lock-off button.
NOTICE:
Do not pull the switch trigger forcibly
without pressing the lock-off button. The switch
may break.
► Fig.3: 1. Switch trigger 2. Lock-off button
To prevent the switch trigger from being accidentally
pulled, a lock-off button is provided.
To start the tool, press the lock-off button and pull the
switch trigger. Release the switch trigger to stop. The lock-
off button can be pressed from either the right or left side.
Indicator lamp
The indicator lamp blinks or lights up when the remain-
ing battery capacity is low or empty. The indicator lamp
also lights up when the tool becomes overloaded.
► Fig.4: 1. Indicator lamp
Lamp status and action to be taken
Indicator lamp
The lamp blinks The remaining bat-
red. tery capacity is low.
The lamp lights up The tool has stopped
red. * because the remain-
ing battery capacity
is empty.
The tool has
stopped due to
overload.
* The time at which the indicator lamp lights up varies depending
on the temperature around the work area and the battery car-
tridge conditions.
Adjusting the shearing height (for
grass shear)
Optional accessory
CAUTION:
When changing the shearing
height, be sure to attach the blade cover and be
careful not to trap fingers between the tool and
grass receiver.
The shearing height can be set to three levels (15 mm,
20 mm, and 25 mm) by changing the fixed position of
the grass receiver. The shearing height without the
grass receiver is about 10 mm.
1. Slide the grass receiver toward the front of the tool.
► Fig.5: 1. Grass receiver
Status Action to be taken
Charge the battery.
Charge the battery.
Turn off the tool.
2. Change the fixed position of the grass receiver by
moving it in the direction of the arrow.
► Fig.6
NOTE: The shearing height value is a guideline. The
actual shearing height may vary depending on the
condition of the lawn or the ground.
NOTE: Try a test shearing in a less conspicuous
place to get your desired height.
ASSEMBLY
CAUTION:
Always be sure that the tool is
switched off and the battery cartridge is removed
before carrying out any work on the tool.
CAUTION:
When replacing the shear blades,
always wear gloves and attach the blade cover so
that your hands and face do not directly contact
the blades.
NOTICE:
When replacing the shear blades, do
not wipe off grease from the gear and crank.
Installing or removing the blade
cover for grass shear
CAUTION:
Be careful not to touch the blades
when installing or removing the blade cover.
To remove the blade cover, pull it slightly, and then slide
it sideways. To install the blade cover, perform the steps
in reverse.
► Fig.7
Installing or removing the grass
receiver
Optional accessory
CAUTION:
When installing or removing the
grass receiver, be sure to attach the blade cover
and be careful not to trap your fingers between
the tool and grass receiver.
Installing the grass receiver
1. Hook the hinge of the grass receiver on the groove
of the tool.
► Fig.8: 1. Hinge 2. Grass receiver
2. Align the protrusions on the grass receiver with
the grooves on the tool by sliding the grass receiver
toward the front of the tool and moving it in the direction
of the arrow.
► Fig.9
NOTICE:
Do not attach the hinge of the grass
receiver to the tool forcibly after aligning the pro-
trusions on the grass receiver with the grooves
on the tool.
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