Makita UMLOOOD User manual

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Effective cutting width
100 mm 14")
100 mm (4") MODEL UMlOOOD
100 mm (4") MODEL UMlOOODW
With Fast Charger
Net weight
1 kg 12 2 lbsl
Strokes per min
1,000
Dimensions
IL x W x HI
320 mm x 100 mm x 108 mm
112-5/8" x 4" x 4 114")
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Battery Cartridge 7000
Voltage Charging time
72v 1 Hr
SPEC IF I CAT IONS
Model UMlOOOD
* Model DC7100 Fast Charger
input output
A.C only 50 Hr ~ 60 Hr DC 72V
x Manufacturer reserves the right to change specifications without notice
* Note: Specifications may differ from country to country.

IMPORTANT
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
(For All Tools)
WARNING: WHEN USING ELECTRIC TOOLS, BASIC SAFE-
TY PRECAUTIONS SHOULD ALWAYS BE FOLLOWED TO
SONAL INJURY, INCLUDING THE FOLLOWING:
REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, AND PER-
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS.
1. Be aware that this appliance is always in an operating condition, because
2. Avoid Dangerous Environment
- Don't use appliances in damp or wet lo-
3. Don't Use In Rain.
4. Keep Children Away
- All visitors should be kept at a distance from work
area.
5. Dress Properly - Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. They can be caught
in moving parts. Use of rubber gloves and substantial footwear is recom-
mended when working outdoors.
6. Use Right Appliance - Do not use appliance for any job except that for
which
it is intended.
7. Avoid Unintentional Starting
- Don't carry appliance with finger on switch.
8. Don't grasp the exposed cutting blades or cutting edges when picking up
or holding the appliance.
9. Don't Force Appliance
- It will do the job better and with less likelihood
of a risk of injury at the rate for which
it was designed.
it does not have to be plugged into an electrical outlet.
cations.
IO. Don't Overreach - Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
11. Store Idle Appliances Indoors
- When not in use, appliances should be
stored indoors in dry, high or locked-up place
- out of reach of children.
12. Maintain Appliance With Care
- Keep cutting edge sharp and clean for
best performance and to reduce the risk of injury. Follow instructions for
lubricating and changing accessories.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Length of Cord (Feet)
AWG Size of Cord
1. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS - This manual
25 50 100 150
18 18 18 16
contains important safety and operating instructions for battery charger.
2. Before using battery charger, read all instructions and cautionary markings
on
(1) battery charger, (2) battery, and (3) product using battery.
3. CAUTION - To reduce risk of injury, charge only MAKITA Battery 7000.
Other types of batteries may burst causing personal injury and damage.
4. Do not expose charger to rain or snow.
5. Use of an attachment not recommended or sold by the battery charger
manufacturer may result
in a risk of fire, electric shock, or injury topersons.
6. To reduce risk of damage to electric plug and cord, pull by plug rather than
cord when disconnecting charger.
7. Make sure cord is located so that it will not be stepped on, tripped over, or
otherwise subjected to damage or stress.
8. An extension cord should not be used unless absolutely necessary. Use of
improper extension cord could result
in a risk of fire and electric shock. If
extension cord must be used, make sure:
a. That pinson plug of extension cord are the same number, size, and shape
b. That extension cord is properly wired and
in good electrical condition; and
c. That wire size is at least as large as the one specified in the table below.
TABLE
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RECOMMENDED MINIMUM AWG SIZE FOR
EXTENSION CORDS
FOR BATTERY CHARGERS
as those of plug on charger;
9. Do not operate charger with damaged cord or plug - replace them im-
mediately.
IO. Do notoperate charger if it has received a sharp blow, been dropped, or other-
wise damaged
in any way; take it to a qualified serviceman.
11. Do not disassemble charger or battery cartridge; take it to a qualified
serviceman when service or repair is required. Incorrect reassembly may
result in a risk of electric shock or fire.
12. To reduce risk of electric shock, unplugcharger from outlet before attempt-
ing any maintenance or cleaning. Turning off controls will not reduce this risk.
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ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES
FOR CHARGER
& BATTERY CARTRIDGE
1. Do not charge Battery Cartridge when temperature is BELOW 10°C (5OOF)
2. Donot attempt to use a step-up transformer, an engine generator or DC power
3. Do not allow anything to cover or clog the charger vents.
4. Do not short the battery cartridge:
or ABOVE
4OoC (104OF).
receptacle.
(1) Do not touch the terminals with any conductive material.
(2) Avoid storing battery cartridge in a container with other metal objects such
(3) Do not expose battery cartridge to water or rain.
as nails, coins, etc.
A battery short cancause a large current
flow, overheating, possible burns
and even a breakdown.
5. Do not store the tool and Battery Cartridge in locations where the tempera-
6. Do not incinerate the Battery Cartridge even if it is severely damaged or is
ture may reach or exceed 5OoC (122OF).
completely worn out. The battery cartridge can explode
in a fire.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
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Installing or removing battery cartridge
0 Always switch off the tool before insertion or removal of the battery cartridge.
.To remove the battery cartridge, pull out
the
set plate on the bottom of the tool
and grasp both sides of the cartridge
while withdrawing
it from the barrel.
0 To insert the battery cartridge, align the
tongue on the battery cartridge with the
groove in the housing and slip
it into
place. Snap the
set plate back into place.
Be sure to close the
set plate fully before
using the tool.
Set plate
Battery cartridge
0 Do not use force when inserting the battery cartridge.
If the cartridge does not slide in easily,
it is not being inserted correctly.
Charging
Plug the fast charger into your power
source. Insert the battery cartridge
so that
the plus and minus terminals on the bat-
tery cartridge are on the same sides
as their
respective markings on the fast charger.
Insert the cartridge fully into the port
so
that it rests on the charger port floor.
Check to
see that the charging light comes
on. When
it goes out, you may removethe
fully charged battery cartridge.
After charging, unplug the charger from
the power source.
CAUTION
:
*Your new battery cartridge is not charged. You will need to charge it before use.
If you try to charge a cartridge from a just-operated tool, sometimes the charging light
will not come on. If this occurs,
let the cartridge cool off for a while. Then re-insert it
and try to charge it once more.
When you charge a new battery cartridge or a battery cartridge which has not been used
for
a long period, it may not accept a full charge. This is a normal condition and does
not indicate
a problem. You can recharge the battery cartridge fully after discharging
it completely a couple of times.
If you wish to charge two battery cartridges, allow 15 minutes betweenchargings on the
fast charger.
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Switch action
To prevent the trigger from being acciden-
tally pulled,
a lock-off lever is provided as
a safety feature.
To start the tool, slide the lock-off lever
in the direction of the arrow and pull the
trigger.
Release the trigger to stop.
Trigger switch
CAUTION :
Before inserting the battery cartridge into the tool, always check to see that the trigger
switch actuates properly and returns
to the "OFF" position when released.
Operation
Turn the tool on and hold
it so that the
"feet" of the tool rest on the ground. Then
gently move the tool forward into the area
to be cut.
This method will cause the grass to be
evenly trimmed about
10 mm (3/8") above
the ground.
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CAUTION :
Do not contact the ground with the blades, or the blades will be dulled, causing poor per-
formance.
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When trimming twigs and foliage, do not
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attempt to trim too much at a time. Pro-
ceed gently. Also, do not attempt to cut
thick branches.
NOTE :
You can expect up to 45 minutes running
time on
a single charge.
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MAINTENANCE
CAUTION :
Always be sure that the tool is switched off and the battery cartridge is removedbefore
attempting toperform inspection
or maintenance.
Blade
maintenance
If the blades become dull or slightly dam-
aged by contact with foreign matter, they
can usually be restored to their original
performance by sharpening with
a file.
After operation, clean off the
blades (both
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sides) with a stiff brush. Then wipe the
blades with
a cloth and coat them with
light machine oil.
CAUTION
:
Dirt and corrosion cause excessive blade
friction and shorten the operating time' per
battery charge.
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Removing or installing blade
Seriously damaged blades
or blades that
have been sharpened numerous times
should be replaced. Replacement
is accom-
plished by loosening the screws and remov-
ing the blades.
When installing the new blades rotate the
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gear so that its ring is positioned in the Gear
blade guide hole. With the blades held in
this position, replacethe screws and tighten
them securely.
CAUTION
:
Do not remove the grease on the gears or gear housingwhen replacingthe blades.
To maintain product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs, any other maintenance of
adjustment should be performed by Makita Authorized
or Factory Service Centers,
always using Makitareplacement parts.
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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.The
accessories
or attachments should be used only inthe proper and intended manner.
0 Battery cartridge 7000
Part No. 632003-2
0 Fast charger
Model DC7100
0 Shear blade assembly
Part No. 122292-2
Battery holster
Holster holds extra battery.
Part No.823033-3C
0 Bladecover
Part No. 410540-4
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