Makita XMU05 User manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL
MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES
Cordless Grass Shear
Tijeras Inalámbricas para Hierba
XMU05
IMPORTANT: Read Before Using.
IMPORTANTE: Lea antes de usar.

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ENGLISH (Original instructions)
SPECIFICATIONS
Model: XMU05
Cutting width 110 mm (4-5/16")
Strokes per minute 2,500/min
Dimensions
(L x W x H)
330 mm x 120 mm x 130 mm (13" x 4-3/4" x 5-1/8")
Rated voltage D.C. 18 V
Net weight 1.4 kg - 1.8 kg
(3.1 lbs - 4.0 lbs)
• Duetoourcontinuingprogramofresearchanddevelopment,thespecicationshereinaresubjecttochange
without notice.
• Specicationsmaydi󰀨erfromcountrytocountry.
• Theweightmaydi󰀨er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.
Applicable battery cartridge and charger
Batterycartridge BL1815N / BL1820B / BL1830 / BL1830B / BL1840B / BL1850B / BL1860B
Charger DC18RC / DC18RD / DC18RE / DC18SD / DC18SE / DC18SF / DC18SH
• Someofthebatterycartridgesandchargerslistedabovemaynotbeavailabledependingonyourregionofresidence.
WARNING: Only use the battery cartridges and chargers listed above.Useofanyotherbatterycartridges
andchargersmaycauseinjuryand/orre.
Recommended portable power pack
Portable power pack PDC01
• Theportablepowerpack(s)listedabovemaynotbeavailabledependingonyourregionofresidence.
• Beforeusingtheportablepowerpack,readinstructionandcautionarymarkingsontheportablepowerpack.
SAFETY WARNINGS
General power tool safety warnings
WARNING: Read all safety warnings, instruc-
tions, illustrations and specications provided
with this power tool. Failure to follow all instructions
listedbelowmayresultinelectricshock,reand/or
seriousinjury.
Save all warnings and instruc-
tions for future reference.
Theterm"powertool"inthewarningsreferstoyour
mains-operated(corded)powertoolorbattery-operated
(cordless) power tool.
Work area safety
1. Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or
dark areas invite accidents.
2. Do not operate power tools in explosive atmo-
spheres, such as in the presence of ammable
liquids, gases or dust. Power tools create sparks
whichmayignitethedustorfumes.
3. Keep children and bystanders away while
operating a power tool. Distractions can cause
youtolosecontrol.
Electrical Safety
1. Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never
modify the plug in any way. Do not use any
adapter plugs with earthed (grounded) power
tools. Unmodiedplugsandmatchingoutletswill
reduce risk of electric shock.
2. Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded
surfaces, such as pipes, radiators, ranges and
refrigerators. There is an increased risk of elec-
tricshockifyourbodyisearthedorgrounded.
3. Do not expose power tools to rain or wet con-
ditions. Water entering a power tool will increase
the risk of electric shock.
4. Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for
carrying, pulling or unplugging the power tool.
Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges
or moving parts. Damaged or entangled cords
increase the risk of electric shock.
5. When operating a power tool outdoors, use an
extension cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of
a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of
electric shock.

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6. If operating a power tool in a damp location is
unavoidable, use a ground fault circuit inter-
rupter (GFCI) protected supply. Use of a GFCI
reduces the risk of electric shock.
7. Power tools can produce electromagnetic
elds (EMF) that are not harmful to the user.
However, users of pacemakers and other similar
medical devices should contact the maker of their
device and/or doctor for advice before operating
this power tool.
Personal Safety
1. Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use
common sense when operating a power tool.
Do not use a power tool while you are tired or
under the inuence of drugs, alcohol or med-
ication. A moment of inattention while operating
powertoolsmayresultinseriouspersonalinjury.
2. Use personal protective equipment. Always
wear eye protection. Protective equipment such
asdustmask,non-skidsafetyshoes,hardhat,or
hearing protection used for appropriate conditions
willreducepersonalinjuries.
3. Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the
switch is in the o󰀨-position before connecting
to power source and/or battery pack, picking
up or carrying the tool.Carryingpowertoolswith
yourngerontheswitchorenergisingpowertools
that have the switch on invites accidents.
4. Remove any adjusting key or wrench before
turning the power tool on.Awrenchorakeyleft
attachedtoarotatingpartofthepowertoolmay
resultinpersonalinjury.
5. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and
balance at all times. This enables better control
of the power tool in unexpected situations.
6. Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or
jewellery. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves
away from moving parts.Looseclothes,jewel-
leryorlonghaircanbecaughtinmovingparts.
7. If devices are provided for the connection of
dust extraction and collection facilities, ensure
these are connected and properly used. Use of
dust collection can reduce dust-related hazards.
8.
Do not let familiarity gained from frequent use
of tools allow you to become complacent and
ignore tool safety principles. A careless action can
causesevereinjurywithinafractionofasecond.
9. Always wear protective goggles to protect
your eyes from injury when using power tools.
The goggles must comply with ANSI Z87.1 in
the USA.
It is an employer's responsibility to enforce the
use of appropriate safety protective equipment
by the tool operators and by other persons in
the immediate working area.
Power tool use and care
1. Do not force the power tool. Use the correct
power tool for your application. The correct
powertoolwilldothejobbetterandsaferatthe
rate for which it was designed.
2. Do not use the power tool if the switch does
not turn it on and o󰀨.Anypowertoolthatcannot
be controlled with the switch is dangerous and
must be repaired.
3. Disconnect the plug from the power source
and/or remove the battery pack, if detachable,
from the power tool before making any adjust-
ments, changing accessories, or storing power
tools.Suchpreventivesafetymeasuresreduce
theriskofstartingthepowertoolaccidentally.
4. Store idle power tools out of the reach of chil-
dren and do not allow persons unfamiliar with
the power tool or these instructions to operate
the power tool. Power tools are dangerous in the
hands of untrained users.
5. Maintain power tools and accessories. Check
for misalignment or binding of moving parts,
breakage of parts and any other condition that
may a󰀨ect the power tool’s operation. If dam-
aged, have the power tool repaired before use.
Manyaccidentsarecausedbypoorlymaintained
power tools.
6. Keep cutting tools sharp and clean.Properly
maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges
arelesslikelytobindandareeasiertocontrol.
7. Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits
etc. in accordance with these instructions, tak-
ing into account the working conditions and
the work to be performed. Use of the power tool
foroperationsdi󰀨erentfromthoseintendedcould
result in a hazardous situation.
8. Keep handles and grasping surfaces dry,
clean and free from oil and grease.Slippery
handles and grasping surfaces do not allow for
safe handling and control of the tool in unexpected
situations.
9. When using the tool, do not wear cloth work
gloves which may be entangled. The entangle-
mentofclothworkglovesinthemovingpartsmay
resultinpersonalinjury.
Battery tool use and care
1. Recharge only with the charger specied by
the manufacturer. A charger that is suitable for
onetypeofbatterypackmaycreateariskofre
whenusedwithanotherbatterypack.
2. Use power tools only with specically desig-
nated battery packs.Useofanyotherbattery
packsmaycreateariskofinjuryandre.
3. When battery pack is not in use, keep it away
from other metal objects, like paper clips,
coins, keys, nails, screws or other small metal
objects, that can make a connection from one
terminal to another.Shortingthebatterytermi-
nalstogethermaycauseburnsorare.
4. Under abusive conditions, liquid may be
ejected from the battery; avoid contact. If con-
tact accidentally occurs, ush with water. If
liquid contacts eyes, additionally seek medical
help.Liquidejectedfromthebatterymaycause
irritation or burns.
5. Do not use a battery pack or tool that is dam-
aged or modied.Damagedormodiedbatteries
mayexhibitunpredictablebehaviourresultingin
re,explosionorriskofinjury.
6. Do not expose a battery pack or tool to re or
excessive temperature.Exposuretoreortem-
peratureabove130°Cmaycauseexplosion.

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7. Follow all charging instructions and do not
charge the battery pack or tool outside the
temperature range specied in the instruc-
tions.Chargingimproperlyorattemperatures
outsidethespeciedrangemaydamagethe
batteryandincreasetheriskofre.
Service
1.
Have your power tool serviced by a qualied repair
person using only identical replacement parts. This
willensurethatthesafetyofthepowertoolismaintained.
2. Never service damaged battery packs. Service
ofbatterypacksshouldonlybeperformedbythe
manufacturer or authorized service providers.
3. Follow instruction for lubricating and chang-
ing accessories.
4. Do not modify or attempt to repair the appli-
ance or the battery pack except as indicated in
the instructions for use and care.
Important safety instructions for
Cordless Grass Shear
WARNING: When using electric gardening
appliances, basic safety precautions should
always be followed to reduce the risk of re,
electric shock, and personal injury, including the
following:
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS.
1. Avoid dangerous environment - Do not use
appliances in damp or wet locations.
2. Don’t Use In Rain.
3. Keep children away - All visitors should be kept
at a distance from work area.
4. Dress properly - Do not wear loose clothing or
jewelry.Theycanbecaughtinmovingparts.Use
of rubber gloves and substantial footwear is rec-
ommended when working outdoors. Wear protec-
tive hair covering to contain long hair.
5. Use Safety Glasses–Alwaysusefaceordust
maskifoperationisdusty.
6. Use Right Appliance - Do not use appliance for
anyjobexceptthatforwhichitisintended.
7. Avoid Unintentional Starting-Donotcarry
appliancewithngeronswitch.Besureswitchis
o󰀨beforeinsertingbatterypack.
8.
Do not grasp the exposed cutting blades or cutting
edges when picking up or holding the appliance.
9. Do not 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.
10. Do not Overreach - Keep proper footing and
balance at all times.
11.
Stay Alert-Watchwhatyouaredoing.Usecommon
sense.Donotoperateappliancewhenyouaretired.
12. Store Idle Appliances Indoors - When not in use,
appliancesshouldbestoredindoorsindry,and
high or locked-up place out of reach of children.
13. 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. Keep han-
dlesdry,clean,andfreefromoilandgrease.
14. Check Damaged Parts - Before further use of the
appliance, a guard or other part that is damaged
shouldbecarefullycheckedtodeterminethat
itwilloperateproperlyandperformitsintended
function. Check for alignment of moving parts,
binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, mount-
ing,andanyotherconditionthatmaya󰀨ectits
operation. A guard or other part that is damaged
shouldbeproperlyrepairedorreplacedbyan
authorized service center unless indicated else-
where in this manual.
15. Keep hands away from blades.
16. Do not use or charge appliance in rain, or in
wet locations.
17. Do not use battery-operated appliance in rain.
18. Remove or disconnect battery before ser-
vicing, cleaning or removing material from
the appliance.Suchpreventivesafetymea-
sures reduce the risk of starting the appliance
accidentally.
19. Use only the battery(ies) listed in
“SPECIFICATIONS”.Useofanyotherbatteries
maycreateariskofre.
20. Exercise care in handling batteries in order not
to short the battery with conducting materials
such as rings, bracelets, and keys.Thebattery
orconductormayoverheatandcauseburns.
21. Use safety equipment. Always wear eye pro-
tection.Dustmask,non-skidsafetyshoes,hard
hat, or hearing protection must be used for appro-
priate conditions.
22. Be aware that this appliance is always in an
operating condition, because it does not have
to be plugged into an electrical outlet.
23. Do not operate appliances in explosive atmo-
spheres, such as in the presence of ammable
liquids, gases, or dust. Appliances create sparks
whichmayignitethedustorfumes.
24. A battery operated appliance with integral
batteries or a separate battery pack must be
recharged only with the specied charger for
the battery.Achargerthatmaybesuitableforone
typeofbatterymaycreateariskofrewhenused
withanotherbattery.
25. Use battery operated appliance only with spe-
cically designated battery pack.Useofany
otherbatteriesmaycreateariskofre.
26. Remove adjusting keys or wrenches before
turning the appliance on.Awrenchorakeythat
is left attached to a rotating part of the appliance
mayresultinpersonalinjury.
27. Do not use appliance if switch does not turn
it on or o󰀨. An appliance that cannot be con-
trolled with the switch is dangerous and must be
repaired.
28. Use only accessories that are recom-
mended by the manufacturer for your model.
Accessoriesthatmaybesuitableforoneappli-
ancemaycreateariskofinjurywhenusedon
another appliance.
29. Appliance service must be performed only by
qualied repair personnel. Service or mainte-
nanceperformedbyunqualiedpersonnelmay
resultinariskofinjury.

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30. When servicing an appliance, use only identi-
cal replacement parts. Follow instructions in
the Maintenance section of this manual. Use of
unauthorized parts or failure to follow Maintenance
instructionsmaycreateariskofshockorinjury.
31. Before cutting grass, remove foreign matter
such as rocks and large sticks from the work
area. Be careful not to catch foreign matter
between blades, otherwise blades may be
jammed.Ifthishappens,switchtheapplianceo󰀨.
Then remove the obstruction from the blades.
32. When not in use, be sure to cover the blades
with blade cover.
33. If the blades stop moving due to the stuck of
foreign objects between the blades during
operation, switch o󰀨 the tool and remove the
battery cartridge, and then remove the foreign
objects using tools such as pliers. Removing
theforeignobjectsbyhandmaycauseaninjury
forthereasonthatthebladesmaymoveinreac-
tiontoremovingtheforeignobjects.
Battery tool use and care
1. Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the
switch is in the o󰀨-position before connecting
to battery pack, picking up or carrying the
machine.Carryingthemachinewithyournger
on the switch or energizing machine that have the
switch on invites accidents.
2. Disconnect the battery pack from the machine
before making any adjustments, changing
accessories, or storing machine. Such preven-
tivesafetymeasuresreducetheriskofstartingthe
machineaccidentally.
3. Recharge only with the charger specied by
the manufacturer. A charger that is suitable for
onetypeofbatterypackmaycreateariskofre
whenusedwithanotherbatterypack.
4. Use machines only with specically desig-
nated battery packs.Useofanyotherbattery
packsmaycreateariskofinjuryandre.
5. When battery pack is not in use, keep it away
from other metal objects, like paper clips,
coins, keys, nails, screws or other small metal
objects, that can make a connection from one
terminal to another.Shortingthebatterytermi-
nalstogethermaycauseburnsorare.
6.
Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected
from the battery; avoid contact. If contact acci-
dentally occurs, ush with water. If liquid con-
tacts eyes, seek medical help.Liquidejectedfrom
thebatterymaycauseirritationorburns.
7. Do not use a battery pack or machine that is
damaged or modied. Damaged or modied
batteries may exhibit unpredictable behaviour
resulting in re, explosion or risk of injury.
8. Do not expose a battery pack or machine to
re or excessive temperature. Exposure to re
or temperature above 130°C (265°F) may cause
explosion.
9. Follow all charging instructions and do not
charge the battery pack or machine outside of
the temperature range specied in the instruc-
tions.Chargingimproperlyorattemperatures
outsideofthespeciedrangemaydamagethe
batteryandincreasetheriskofre.
10. Have servicing performed by a qualied repair
person using only identical replacement parts.
Thiswillensurethatthesafetyoftheproductis
maintained.
11. Do not modify or attempt to repair the machine
or the battery pack except as indicated in the
instructions for use and care.
Electrical and battery safety
1. Do not dispose of the battery(ies) in a re.
Thecellmayexplode.Checkwithlocalcodesfor
possible special disposal instructions.
2. 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.
3. Do not charge battery in rain, or in wet
locations.
4. Do not charge the battery outdoors.
5. Do not handle charger, including charger plug,
and charger terminals with wet hands.
6. Avoid dangerous environment. Don't use the
tool in dump or wet locations or expose it to
rain. Water entering the tool will increase the risk
of electric shock.
WARNING: 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.
Cordless Hedge Trimmer Safety
Warnings
1. Keep all parts of the body away from the blade.
Do not remove cut material or hold material
to be cut when blades are moving. Blades
continuetomoveaftertheswitchisturnedo󰀨.A
moment of inattention while operating the hedge
trimmermayresultinseriouspersonalinjury.
2. Carry the hedge trimmer by the handle with the
blade stopped and taking care not to operate
any power switch.Propercarryingofthehedge
trimmer will decrease the risk of inadvertent start-
ingandresultantpersonalinjuryfromtheblades.
3. When transporting or storing the hedge trim-
mer, always t the blade cover. Proper handling
of the hedge trimmer will decrease the risk of
personalinjuryfromtheblades.
4. When clearing jammed material or servicing
the unit, make sure all power switches are o󰀨
and the battery pack is removed or discon-
nected. Unexpected actuation of the hedge trim-
merwhileclearingjammedmaterialorservicing
mayresultinseriouspersonalinjury.
5. Hold the hedge trimmer by insulated gripping
surfaces only, because the blade may contact
hidden wiring. Blades contacting a "live" wire
maymakeexposedmetalpartsofthehedgetrim-
mer "live" and could give the operator an electric
shock.

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6. Keep all power cords and cables away from
cutting area.Powercordsorcablesmaybehid-
deninhedgesorbushesandcanbeaccidentally
cutbytheblade.
7. Do not use the hedge trimmer in bad weather
conditions, especially when there is a risk of
lightning. This decreases the risk of being struck
bylightning.
Additional Safety Instructions
Preparation
1. Check the hedges and bushes for foreign
objects, such as wire fences or hidden wiring
before operating the tool.
2. First-time users should have an experienced
hedge trimmer user show them how to use the
trimmer.
3. The hedge trimmer must not be used by
children or young persons under 18 years of
age.Youngpersonsover16yearsofagemaybe
exemptedfromthisrestrictioniftheyareundergo-
ing training under the supervision of an expert.
4. Use the hedge trimmer only if you are in good
physical condition.Ifyouaretired,yourattention
willbereduced.Beespeciallycarefulattheendof
aworkingday.Performallworkcalmlyandcare-
fully.Theuserisresponsibleforalldamagesto
third parties.
5. Never use the trimmer when under the inu-
ence of alcohol, drugs or medication.
6. Work gloves of stout leather are part of the
basic equipment of the hedge trimmer and
must always be worn when working with it.
Also wear sturdy shoes with anti-skid soles.
7. Before starting work check to make sure
that the trimmer is in good and safe working
order. Ensure guards are tted properly. The
hedge trimmer must not be used unless fully
assembled.
Operation
1. Hold the tool rmly when using the tool.
2. The tool is intended to be used by the operator
at ground level. Do not use the tool on ladders
or any other unstable support.
3. Do not simultaneously wear multiple belt har-
nesses and/or shoulder harnesses when oper-
ating the tool.
4. DANGER - Keep hands away from blade.
Contact with blade will result in serious personal
injury.
5. Do not use the hedge trimmer in the rain or in
wet or very damp conditions. The electric motor
is not waterproof.
6. Make sure you have a secure footing before
starting operation.
7. Do not operate the tool at no-load
unnecessarily.
8. Immediately switch o󰀨 the motor and remove
the battery cartridge if the cutter should come
into contact with a fence or other hard object.
Check the cutter for damage, and if damaged
repair immediately.
9. Before checking the cutter, taking care of
faults, or removing material caught in the cut-
ter, always switch o󰀨 the trimmer and remove
the battery cartridge.
10. Never point the shear blades to yourself or
others.
11. If the blades stop moving due to the stuck of
foreign objects between the blades during
operation, switch o󰀨 the tool and remove the
battery cartridge, and then remove the foreign
objects using tools such as pliers. Removing
theforeignobjectsbyhandmaycauseaninjury
forthereasonthatthebladesmaymoveinreac-
tiontoremovingtheforeignobjects.
Maintenance and storage
1. Switch o󰀨 the trimmer and remove the battery
cartridge before doing any maintenance work.
2. When moving the hedge trimmer to another
location, including during work, always
remove the battery cartridge and put the blade
cover on the cutter blades. Never carry or
transport the trimmer with the cutter running.
Never grasp the cutter with your hands.
3. Clean the hedge trimmer and especially the
cutter after use, and before putting the trimmer
into storage for extended periods. Lightly oil
the cutter and put on the cover. The cover sup-
plied with the unit can be hung on the wall, pro-
vidingasafeandpracticalwaytostorethehedge
trimmer.
4. Store the hedge trimmer with the cover on, in
a dry room. Keep it out of reach of children.
Never store the trimmer outdoors.
Electrical and battery safety
1. Do not dispose of the battery(ies) in a re.
Thecellmayexplode.Checkwithlocalcodesfor
possible special disposal instructions.
2. 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.
3. Do not charge battery in rain, or in wet
locations.
4. Do not charge the battery outdoors.
5. Do not handle charger, including charger plug,
and charger terminals with wet hands.
6. Avoid dangerous environment. Don't use the
tool in dump or wet locations or expose it to
rain. Water entering the tool will increase the risk
of electric shock.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
WARNING: 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.

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Symbols
Thefollowingsshowthesymbolsusedfortool.
volts
direct current
rated speed
no load speed
revolutions or reciprocation per minute
Important safety instructions for
battery cartridge
1. Before using battery cartridge, read all instruc-
tions and cautionary markings on (1) battery
charger, (2) battery, and (3) product using
battery.
2. Do not disassemble or tamper with the battery
cartridge.Itmayresultinare,excessiveheat,
or explosion.
3. If operating time has become excessively
shorter, stop operating immediately. It may
result in a risk of overheating, possible burns
and even an explosion.
4. If electrolyte gets into your eyes, rinse them
out with clear water and seek medical atten-
tion right away. It may result in loss of your
eyesight.
5. Do not short the battery cartridge:
(1) Do not touch the terminals with any con-
ductive material.
(2) Avoid storing battery cartridge in a con-
tainer with other metal objects such as
nails, coins, etc.
(3) Do not expose battery cartridge to water
or rain.
A battery short can cause a large current
ow, overheating, possible burns and even a
breakdown.
6. Do not store and use the tool and battery car-
tridge in locations where the temperature may
reach or exceed 50 °C (122 °F).
7. Do not incinerate the battery cartridge even if
it is severely damaged or is completely worn
out. The battery cartridge can explode in a re.
8. Do not nail, cut, crush, throw, drop the battery
cartridge, or hit against a hard object to the
battery cartridge.Suchconductmayresultina
re,excessiveheat,orexplosion.
9. Do not use a damaged battery.
10. The contained lithium-ion batteries are subject
to the Dangerous Goods Legislation require-
ments.
Forcommercialtransportse.g.bythirdparties,
forwarding agents, special requirement on pack-
aging and labeling must be observed.
For preparation of the item being shipped, consult-
ing an expert for hazardous material is required.
Pleasealsoobservepossiblymoredetailed
national regulations.
Tapeormasko󰀨opencontactsandpackupthe
batteryinsuchamannerthatitcannotmove
around in the packaging.
11. When disposing the battery cartridge, remove
it from the tool and dispose of it in a safe
place. Follow your local regulations relating to
disposal of battery.
12. Use the batteries only with the products
specied by Makita. Installing the batteries to
non-compliantproductsmayresultinare,exces-
siveheat,explosion,orleakofelectrolyte.
13. If the tool is not used for a long period of time,
the battery must be removed from the tool.
14. During and after use, the battery cartridge may
take on heat which can cause burns or low
temperature burns. Pay attention to the han-
dling of hot battery cartridges.
15. Do not touch the terminal of the tool imme-
diately after use as it may get hot enough to
cause burns.
16. Do not allow chips, dust, or soil stuck into the
terminals, holes, and grooves of the battery
cartridge.Itmayresultinpoorperformanceor
breakdownofthetoolorbatterycartridge.
17. Unless the tool supports the use near
high-voltage electrical power lines, do not use
the battery cartridge near high-voltage electri-
cal power lines.Itmayresultinamalfunctionor
breakdownofthetoolorbatterycartridge.
18. Keep the battery away from children.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
CAUTION: Only use genuine Makita batteries.
Use of non-genuine Makita batteries, or batteries that
havebeenaltered,mayresultinthebatterybursting
causingres,personalinjuryanddamage.Itwill
alsovoidtheMakitawarrantyfortheMakitatooland
charger.
Tips for maintaining maximum
battery life
1. Charge the battery cartridge before completely
discharged. Always stop tool operation and
charge the battery cartridge when you notice
less tool power.
2. Never recharge a fully charged battery car-
tridge. Overcharging shortens the battery
service life.
3. Charge the battery cartridge with room tem-
perature at 10 °C - 40 °C (50 °F - 104 °F). Let
a hot battery cartridge cool down before
charging it.
4. When not using the battery cartridge, remove
it from the tool or the charger.
5. Charge the battery cartridge if you do not use
it for a long period (more than six months).

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FUNCTIONAL
DESCRIPTION
CAUTION: Always be sure that the tool is
switched o󰀨 and the battery cartridge is removed
before adjusting or checking function on the tool.
Using the tool as cordless hedge
trimmer
Thistoolcanbeusedasacordlesshedgetrimmerby
installing the shear blades for hedge trimmer (optional
accessory).
Installing or removing battery
cartridge
CAUTION: Always switch o󰀨 the tool before
installing or removing of the battery cartridge.
CAUTION: Hold the tool and the battery car-
tridge rmly when installing or removing battery
cartridge.Failuretoholdthetoolandthebattery
cartridgermlymaycausethemtoslipo󰀨yourhands
andresultindamagetothetoolandbatterycartridge
andapersonalinjury.
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3
►1. Red indicator 2. Button 3.Batterycartridge
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.
CAUTION: 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.
CAUTION: Do not install the battery cartridge
forcibly.Ifthecartridgedoesnotslideineasily,itis
notbeinginsertedcorrectly.
Indicating the remaining battery
capacity
Only for battery cartridges with the indicator
1
2
►1. Indicator lamps 2. Check button
Pressthecheckbuttononthebatterycartridgetoindi-
catetheremainingbatterycapacity.Theindicatorlamps
light up for a few seconds.
Indicator lamps Remaining
capacity
Lighted O󰀨 Blinking
75% to 100%
50% to 75%
25% to 50%
0% to 25%
Charge the
battery.
Thebattery
mayhave
malfunctioned.
NOTE: Depending on the conditions of use and the
ambienttemperature,theindicationmaydi󰀨erslightly
fromtheactualcapacity.
NOTE:Therst(farleft)indicatorlampwillblinkwhen
thebatteryprotectionsystemworks.
Tool / battery protection system
Thetoolisequippedwithatool/batteryprotectionsys-
tem.Thissystemautomaticallycutso󰀨powertothe
motortoextendtoolandbatterylife.Thetoolwillauto-
maticallystopduringoperationifthetoolorbatteryis
placed under one of the following conditions:

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Overload protection
Whenthebatteryisoperatedinamannerthatcauses
ittodrawanabnormallyhighcurrent,thetoolautomati-
callystops.Inthissituation,turnthetoolo󰀨andstopthe
application that caused the tool to become overloaded.
Then turn the tool on to restart.
Overheat protection
Whenthebatteryisoverheated,thetoolstopsautomat-
ically.Inthiscase,letthetoolandbatterycoolbefore
turning the tool on again.
Overdischarge protection
Whenthebatterycapacityisnotenough,thetoolstops
automatically.Inthiscase,removethebatteryfromthe
toolandchargethebattery.
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-o󰀨 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-o󰀨 button.Askyourlocal
Makita Service Center for repairs.
WARNING: Never disable the lock function or
tape down the lock-o󰀨 button.
NOTICE: Do not pull the switch trigger forcibly
without pressing the lock-o󰀨 button. The switch
maybreak.
1
2
►1. Switch trigger 2.Lock-o󰀨button
Topreventtheswitchtriggerfrombeingaccidentally
pulled,alock-o󰀨buttonisprovided.
Tostartthetool,pressthelock-o󰀨buttonandpullthe
switch trigger. Release the switch trigger to stop. The
lock-o󰀨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.
1
►1. Indicator lamp
Lamp status and action to be taken
Indicator lamp Status Action to be taken
The lamp blinks
red.
The remaining bat-
terycapacityislow.
Chargethebattery.
The lamp lights up
red. *
The tool has stopped
because the remain-
ingbatterycapacity
isempty.
Chargethebattery.
The tool has stopped
due to overload.
Turno󰀨thetool.
* 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 ngers 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xed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.
1
►1. Grass receiver

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2. Changethexedpositionofthegrassreceiverby
moving it in the direction of the arrow.
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 o󰀨 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 o󰀨 grease from the gear and crank.
Installing or removing the blade cover
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side-
ways.Toinstallthebladecover,performthestepsinreverse.
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 ngers between the tool and grass receiver.
Installing the grass receiver
1. Hook the hinge of the grass receiver on the groove of the tool.
2
1
►1. Hinge 2. Grass receiver

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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.
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.
Removing the grass receiver
1. Release the protrusions on the grass receiver
from the grooves on the tool while sliding the grass
receiver toward the front of the tool.
1
►1. Grass receiver
2. Release the hinge of the grass receiver from the
tool.
Installing or removing the shear
blades for grass shear
NOTICE: If the parts other than the shear blades
such as the crank are worn out, ask Makita
Authorized Service Centers for parts replacement
or repairs.
Removing the shear blades
1. Remove the grass receiver if it's installed. Place
the tool upside down.
2. While pressing the lock lever, turn the undercover
counterclockwise until on the undercover is aligned
with on the lock lever.
1 2
►1. Undercover 2. Lock lever
3. Remove the undercover, shear blades, and crank.
3
2
1
►1. Undercover 2. Shear blades 3. Crank

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Installing the shear blades
1. Prepare the crank, undercover, and new shear
blades.
12 3
►1. Crank 2. Undercover 3. Shear blades
2. Remove the blade cover from the old shear
blades, and then attach it to the new ones.
1
►1. Blade cover
3. Adjustthethreepinssothattheyarelinedupon
the alignment line.
1
►1. Alignment line
4. Applyasmallamountofgreasetotheperiphery
of the crank. Attach the crank to the pins with the small
and large rounds facing up.
1
►1. Crank
5. Adjustthebladesandguideplatesothatthehole
in the guide plate and the two protrusions on the blades
are lined up.
1
►1. Guide plate
6. Turn the shear blades upside down and install
themsothatthepinsonthetooltintheholeonthe
guideplate.Makesurethattheshearbladesarexed
securelyinplace.
1
►1. Guide plate
NOTE:Slidingthebladecoverforwardslightlymakes
it easier to install the shear blades.

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7. Place the undercover so that on the under-
cover is aligned with on the lock lever.
1 2
►1. Undercover 2. Lock lever
8. While pressing the undercover, turn the under-
cover clockwise until on the undercover is aligned
with on the lock lever.
1 2
►1. Undercover 2. Lock lever
9. Makesurethatthelocklevertsinthegrooveon
the undercover.
1
►1. Lock lever
CAUTION: Never use the tool without install-
ing the undercover.
10. Remove the blade cover, and then turn on the tool
tocheckthatitworksproperly.
NOTICE: If the shear blades do not operate prop-
erly, the blades are not engaging the crank prop-
erly. Remove the blades and install them again.
Installing or removing shear blades
for hedge trimmer
Optional accessory
CAUTION: Attach the blade cover before
removing or installing the shear blades.
NOTICE: If the parts other than the shear blades
such as the crank are worn out, ask Makita
Authorized Service Centers for parts replacement
or repairs.
Removing shear blades
1. Place the tool upside down.
2. While pressing the lock lever, turn the undercover
counterclockwise until on the undercover is aligned
with on the lock lever.
2
1
►1. Lock lever 2. Undercover

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3. Remove the undercover.
1
►1. Undercover
4. Loosen two screws with a screwdriver and remove
the shear blades.
1
►1. Screws
NOTE: The shear blades can be removed without
removing the screws.
5. Remove the crank from the shear blades.
1
►1. Crank
NOTE:Thecrankmayremaininthetool.
NOTE: Attach the blade cover and the storage case
to the removed shear blades, and then store the
blades.
Installing shear blades
1. Prepare the crank, undercover, and new shear
blades.
1 2
3
►1. Crank 2. Undercover 3. Shear blades
2. Attach the blade cover to the shear blades.
1
►1. Blade cover
3. Adjustthethreepinssothattheyarelinedupon
the alignment line.
1
►1. Alignment line

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4. Applyasmallamountofgreasetotheperipheryof
the crank. Attach the crank to the pins with its small and
large rounds facing down.
1
►1. Crank
5. Slide the shear blades so that the hole on the
guide plate is positioned at the center of the rings of
blades.
1
►1. Guide plate
6. Turn the shear blades upside down and install
themsothatthepinonthetooltsintheholeonthe
shear blades. Insert the claw of the guide plate into the
groove on the tool. Make sure that the shear blades are
xedsecurelyinplace.
1
2
►1. Claw 2. Guide plate
NOTE:Slidingthebladecoverforwardslightlymakes
it easier to install the shear blades.
7. Tightenthetwoscrewsrmlywithascrewdriver.
1
►1. Screws
8. Place the undercover so that on the under-
cover is aligned with on the lock lever.
2
1
►1. Lock lever 2. Undercover
9. While pressing the undercover, turn the under-
cover clockwise until on the undercover is aligned
with on the lock lever.
1
►1. Undercover

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10. Makesurethatthelocklevertsinthegrooveon
the undercover.
1
►1. Lock lever
CAUTION: Never use the tool without install-
ing the undercover.
11. Remove the blade cover, and then turn on the tool
tocheckifthetoolworksproperly.
NOTICE: If the shear blades do not operate prop-
erly, the blades are not engaging the crank prop-
erly. Remove the blades and install them again.
Installing or removing the chip
receiver
Optional accessory
CAUTION: When installing or removing the
chip receiver, always wear gloves and attach the
blade cover so that your hands and face do not
directly contact the blade.
The chip receiver gathers discarded leaves and makes
clean-up afterward much easier. It can be installed on
either side of the tool.
To install the chip receiver, press it against the shear
bladessothatthehookstintotheholesoftheshear
blades.
1
2
►1. Hooks 2. Holes
To remove the chip receiver, press the levers on both
sides to release the hooks.
1
►1. Levers
NOTICE: Never try to remove the chip receiver
by an excessive force with its hooks locked in the
holes of the blades.
OPERATION
WARNING: Before shearing, clear away sticks
and stones from the shearing area. Furthermore,
clear away any weeds from the shearing area in
advance.
WARNING: Keep hands away from blades.
CAUTION: Avoid operating the tool in very
hot weather as much as practicable. When operat-
ing the tool, be careful of your physical condition.

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Shearing (for grass shear)
Turnthetoolonafteradjustingtheshearingheightand
hold it so that the bottom of the tool rests on the ground.
Gentlymovethetoolforward.
When trimming around curbs, fences or trees, move the
tool along them. Be careful that the blades do not come
into contact with them.
Whentrimmingsproutsorfoliageofasmalltree,trimlittlebylittle.
Trim large branches to the desired height using branch
cutters before using this tool.
NOTICE: Do not use the tool in a way that causes
the motor to stop or to rotate extremely slowly.
NOTICE: Do not attempt to cut thick branches.
NOTICE: Do not allow the shear blades to con-
tact the ground during operation. The blades will
be dulled, causing poor performance.
NOTICE: Do not trim the wet grass or foliage of
small trees.
Cutting long lawn
Donottrytocutlonggrassallatonce.Instead,cutthe
lawninsteps.Leaveadayortwobetweencutsuntilthe
lawnbecomesevenlyshort.
NOTE: Cutting long grass to a short length all at once
maycausethegrasstodie.
Trimming (for hedge trimmer)
CAUTION: Be careful not to accidentally
contact a metal fence or other hard objects while
trimming.Thebladesmaybreakandcauseaninjury.
CAUTION: Be careful not to allow the shear
blades to contact the ground.Thetoolmayrecoil
andcauseaninjury.
CAUTION: Overreaching with a hedge trim-
mer, particularly from a ladder, is extremely
dangerous.Donotworkwhilestandingonanything
wobblyorinrm.
NOTICE: Do not attempt to cut branches thicker
than 10 mm (3/8") in diameter with the tool. Cut
branches to 10 cm (4") lower than the cutting height
using branch cutters before using the tool.
(1)
(2)
►(1) Cutting height (2) 10 cm (4")
NOTICE: Do not cut down dead trees or similar
hard objects.Doingsomaydamagethetool.
NOTICE: Do not trim the grass or weeds while
using the shear blades.Thebladesmaybecome
tangled in the grass or weeds.

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Hold the tool with one hand, pull the switch trigger while
pressingthelock-o󰀨button,andthenmoveitforward.
For basic operation, tilt the blades toward the trimming
directionandmoveitcalmlyandslowlyatthespeed
rate of 3 to 4 seconds per meter.
To tie a string at the desired height and to trim along it
helpyoutocutahedgetopevenly.
If the chip receiver is attached to the blades, it gathers
discarded leaves and makes clean-up afterward much
easier.
Tocutahedgesideevenly,cutfromthebottomtotop.
When trimming to make a round shape (trimming box-
wood or rhododendron, etc.), trim from the root to the
topforabeautifulnish.
MAINTENANCE
CAUTION: Always be sure that the tool is
switched o󰀨 and the battery cartridge is removed
before attempting to perform inspection or
maintenance.
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.
Cleaning the tool
Cleanthetoolbywipingo󰀨dustwithadryclothorone
dippedinsoapywaterandwrungout.
NOTICE: Never use gasoline, benzine, thinner,
alcohol or the like. Discoloration, deformation or
cracks may result.

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Blade maintenance
Beforetheoperationoronceperhourduringoperation,applylow-vis-
cosityoil(machineoil,orspray-typelubricatingoil)totheblades.
After operation, remove dust from both sides of the blades with
awiredbrush,wipeito󰀨withaclothandthenapplylow-viscos-
ityoil(machineoil,orspray-typelubricatingoil)totheblades.
NOTICE: Do not wash the blades in water. Doing
somaycauserustordamagetothetool.
NOTICE: Dirt and corrosion cause excessive
blade friction and shorten the operating time per
battery charge.
Storage
The hook hole in the tool bottom is convenient for hang-
ing the tool from a nail or screw on the wall.
Attach the blade cover to the shear blades so that the
blades are not exposed. Store the tool out of the reach
of children. Store the tool in a place not exposed to
moisture or rain.
1
►1. Hole
1
►1. Hole

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OPTIONAL
ACCESSORIES
CAUTION: These accessories or attachments
are recommended for use with your Makita tool
specied 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.
• Shearbladeassembly(forgrassshearuse)
• Shear blade cover (for grass shear use)
• Grass receiver (for grass shear use)
• Long handle attachment (for grass shear use)
• Shearbladeassembly(forhedgetrimmeruse)
• Shear blade cover (for hedge trimmer use)
• Chip receiver (for hedge trimmer use)
• Storage case
• Makitagenuinebatteryandcharger
NOTE:Someitemsinthelistmaybeincludedinthe
toolpackageasstandardaccessories.Theymay
di󰀨erfromcountrytocountry.
MAKITA LIMITED WARRANTY
Pleaserefertotheannexedwarrantysheetforthe
mostcurrentwarrantytermsapplicabletothisproduct.
Ifannexedwarrantysheetisnotavailable,refertothe
warrantydetailssetforthatbelowwebsiteforyour
respectivecountry.
United States of America: www.makitatools.com
Canada: www.makita.ca
Othercountries:www.makita.com