Makita DCU601 User manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Battery Powered Wheelbarrow
DCU601
ENGLISH: Original instructions
Read before use.

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SPECIFICATIONS
Model: DCU601
Dimensions (L x W x H) *1 1,400 mm x 730 mm x 820 - 1,030 mm
Traveling speed Forward 5.0 / 3.5 / 1.5 km/h
Reverse 1.0 km/h
Maximum load capacity On at ground 300 kg
On slope (3 ° - 12 °) 180 kg
Maximum climbing capacity 12°
Minimum turning radius *2 1,150 mm
Brake Hand brake and support brake
Tire Front wheel Pneumatic tire
Rear wheel Pneumatic tire
Rated voltage D.C. 36 V
Net weight 144 - 145 kg
Protection degree IPX4
*1. The maximum height when the carrier is lifted is 1,020 mm, requiring a space of 1,260 mm above the machine.
*2. Outer diameter when turning with front wheel as axis.
• 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 combinations, according to EPTA-Procedure 01/2014, are shown in the table.
Applicable battery cartridge and charger
Battery cartridge BL1815N / BL1820B / BL1830B / BL1840B / BL1850B / BL1860B
Charger DC18RC / DC18RD / DC18RE / DC18SD / DC18SE / DC18SF /
DC18SH / DC18WC
• 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.
WARNING: Never use Portable Power Pack PDC1200 or PDC01 with this product. Using them together
may cause personal injury or malfunction.
Symbols
The followings show the symbols which may be used
for the equipment. Be sure that you understand their
meaning before use.
Read instruction manual.
Do not change direction on slopes.
This machine cannot be used on
public roads.
Do not load or unload objects on
slopes.
Do not use the machine for trans-
porting people.
Do not lift the carrier on slopes.
Load objects on the carrier evenly.
Do not load objects unevenly or only
on front side.
Pinch and crush hazard. Keep
hands clear during operation. Do not
put your hands or part of your body
into the moving parts.
Maximum load capacity: 300 kg on
at ground and 180 kg on slopes
(up to 12°).

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Do not directly look into lamps.
Do not wash the machine with high
pressure washer.
Keep bystanders away from the
machine during operation.
Do not operate the machine around
uneven surfaces.
Do not operate the machine
when the carrier is not returned
completely.
Always wear non-slip and protective
footwear.
❶ ❷
Lock the brake before pulling out the
neutral change lever.
❶ ❷
Lock the brake before returning the
neutral change lever.
Air pressure: front tire 280 kPa and
rear tire 525 kPa.
When a beep sound is emitted, lock
the brake lever.
When you release the switch trigger,
lock the brake lever.
To cancel the beep sound, release
the switch trigger and pull the brake
lever.
Ni-MH
Li-ion
Only for EU countries
Due to the presence of hazardous com-
ponents in the equipment, waste electrical
and electronic equipment, accumulators
and batteries may have a negative impact
on the environment and human health.
Do not dispose of electrical and
electronic appliances or batteries
with household waste!
In accordance with the European
Directive on waste electrical and elec-
tronic equipment and on accumulators
and batteries and waste accumulators
and batteries, as well as their adaptation
to national law, waste electrical equip-
ment, batteries and accumulators should
be stored separately and delivered to a
separate collection point for municipal
waste, operating in accordance with the
regulations on environmental protection.
This is indicated by the symbol of the
crossed-out wheeled bin placed on
the equipment.
Guaranteed sound power level
according to EU Outdoor Noise
Directive.
Sound power level according to
Australia NSW Noise Control
Regulation.
Intended use
The machine is intended for loading, carrying, and lifting
up objects with battery powered assistance.
Noise
The typical A-weighted noise level determined accord-
ing to EN62841-1 and EN12053 as applicable:
Sound pressure level (LpA) : 70 dB(A) or less
Uncertainty (K) : 4 dB (A)
The noise level under working may exceed 80 dB (A).
NOTE: The declared noise emission value(s) has
been measured in accordance with a standard test
method and may be used for comparing one tool with
another.
NOTE: The declared noise emission value(s)
may also be used in a preliminary assessment of
exposure.
WARNING: Wear ear protection.
WARNING: The noise emission during actual
use of the power tool can di󰀨er from the declared
value(s) depending on the ways in which the
tool is used especially what kind of workpiece is
processed.
WARNING: Be sure to identify safety mea-
sures to protect the operator that are based on an
estimation of exposure in the actual conditions of
use (taking account of all parts of the operating
cycle such as the times when the tool is switched
o󰀨 and when it is running idle in addition to the
trigger time).
Vibration
The vibration total value (tri-axial vector sum) deter-
mined according to EN62841-1:
Work mode: operation without load
Vibration emission (ah) : 2.5 m/s2or less
Uncertainty (K) : 1.5 m/s2
NOTE: The declared vibration total value(s) has been
measured in accordance with a standard test method
and may be used for comparing one tool with another.
NOTE: The declared vibration total value(s) may also
be used in a preliminary assessment of exposure.

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WARNING: The vibration emission during
actual use of the power tool can di󰀨er from the
declared value(s) depending on the ways in which
the tool is used especially what kind of workpiece
is processed.
WARNING: Be sure to identify safety mea-
sures to protect the operator that are based on an
estimation of exposure in the actual conditions of
use (taking account of all parts of the operating
cycle such as the times when the tool is switched
o󰀨 and when it is running idle in addition to the
trigger time).
Declarations of Conformity
For European countries only
The Declarations of conformity are included in Annex A
to this instruction manual.
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.
6. If operating a power tool in a damp location
is unavoidable, use a residual current device
(RCD) protected supply. Use of an RCD 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 a 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 and clothing away
from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewellery 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, EN 166 in Europe, or AS/NZS 1336
in Australia/New Zealand. In Australia/New
Zealand, it is legally required to wear a face
shield to protect your face, too.

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It is an employer's responsibility to enforce
the use of appropriate safety protective equip-
ments by the tool operators and by other per-
sons 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.
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.
Battery powered wheelbarrow safety
warnings
1. While operating the machine, always wear
non-slip and protective footwear. Non-skid,
closed-toed safety boots and shoes will reduce the
risk of injury.
2. Inspect pathway before hauling objects/mate-
rials. Familiarizing yourself with the pathway and
ensuring it is wide enough to safely navigate the
machine under load will help reduce losing control
of the machine.
3. Use extreme caution on slippery, loose and
unstable terrain. Wet and slippery surfaces, such
as wet grassy areas, snow or ice, and loose and
unstable terrain, such as sand or gravel surfaces,
may cause the machine to lose traction and may
adversely a󰀨ect steering, braking and stability.

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4. Do not operate the machine on excessively
steep slopes. This reduces the risk of loss of
control, slipping and falling which may result in
personal injury. Slopes greater than the maxi-
mum recommended grade and side grades may
increase the risk of instability and may adversely
a󰀨ect the ability to stop safely.
5. When working on slopes, always be sure of
your footing, always work across the face
of slopes, never up or down, and exercise
extreme caution when changing direction. This
reduces the risk of loss of control, slipping and
falling which may result in personal injury.
6. Whenever possible, use level areas for stop-
ping, loading and unloading and never leave
machine unattended on a slope. The machine is
more unstable when resting on a slope than when
resting on a level surface.
7. When leaving the machine unattended, set
parking brake once the machine is located in a
safe stopping area. The parking brake prevents
unwanted movement of the front wheel and can
improve stability.
8.
Ensure that ramps are clean, strong and secure.
In order to reduce the risk of injury, all ramps must
be clear of loose debris and strong enough to
withstand the weight of anticipated loads that will
be moved over them. They must have adequate
blocking underneath and to both sides to eliminate
deections and side-to-side movement under load.
All ramps must be wide enough to have sure foot-
ing while hauling loads across them.
9. Never operate the machine in an overloaded
condition. Make sure the machine has the proper
capacity rating for the objects or materials that
have to be hauled. Excessive loads will make
the machine more di󰀩cult to maneuver and stop,
will increase stopping time and distance, and will
increase the risk of instability.
10. Never operate your machine in an over stacked
condition. Stacking material above the tray rim or
over the sides of the tray can cause the machine
to be uncontrollably out of balance and control.
11.
Use containers and tie-downs to secure loads.
Loose and/or insecure loads are more likely to shift
which can result in loss of stability and control.
12. Always maintain a rm grip on handles. Loss of
control can increase the risk of personal injury.
13. Remove safety key when not in use. The safety
key prevents unwanted, powered use of the
machine, such as by children or other untrained
or unauthorized persons. Without the key, electric
power cannot be turned “on”.
14. This machine cannot be used on public roads.
Use of the wheelbarrow on a public road is unlaw-
ful and could result in local jurisdiction penalties in
addition it could result in personal injury.
15. Use a sturdy plate with anti-slip and detach-
ment prevention function when loading and/
or unloading this machine for transportation,
or moving this machine between di󰀨erent
levels. Make sure the plate inclination does not
exceed 12°, and operate the machine slowly
and carefully. Unstable and quick operation
may result in overturn and/or falling.
16. Do not disassemble, repair, or modify this
machine.
Preparation
1. Before operating the machine, make sure that
there are no people around the machine.
2. Before operating the machine, perform
the inspections referring to the section for
maintenance.
Operation
1. When operating the machine, stand behind the
machine and hold the handles with both hands
rmly.
2. Do not operate the machine while riding on the
machine.
3. Do not allow others to ride on the machine.
4. When operating the machine in reverse and
walking backward, watch behind you and
watch your step, and be careful not to slip or
trip.
5. Do not use the machine when visibility is poor
because there is a risk of striking obstacles.
6. When operating the machine on rough ground
or going over the level di󰀨erence of the road,
decrease speed and exercise caution.
7. When using the machine, avoid soft ground
to prevent overturn due to the shoulder of the
road collapsing.
8. Do not operate the machine on slopes greater
than 12°.
9.
If you nd an abnormality, stop the machine on
at ground. Before inspecting the machine, lock
the brake lever, and then turn the power o󰀨.
10. When operating the machine near walls, be
careful not to get your hands caught between
the handle and the wall.
11. Do not use the machine in bad weather condi-
tions, especially when there is a risk of light-
ning. This decreases the risk of being struck by
lightning.
12. Do not touch the metal parts during use or
after use as they may get hot enough to cause
burns due to sunlight.
13. Be careful not to entangle the cords with the
load or obstacles.
14. When crossing a wooden bridge, etc., make
sure that the sum of the weight of product,
load capacity, and operator's weight does
not exceed the weight limit of the bridge, and
cross the bridge carefully at a constant speed.
15. Wear the gloves when operating the machine
in low temperature environments. Touching
the metal parts with bare hands may cause your
hands to stick.
16. If there are people or obstacles in the direction
of travel, avoid them in advance.
17. When you use the machine on muddy ground,
wet slope, or slippery place, pay attention to
your footing.
18. Do not submerge the machine into a puddle.
19. When you leave the machine while working,
be sure to completely return the carrier to its
original position, and lock the brake lever and
remove the lock key.

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20. Do not leave the machine unattended while
objects are loaded on the carrier.
21. Do not lift or lower the carrier in windy condi-
tions. Doing so may make the machine unstable,
and it may cause an accident.
22. Do not lift or lower the carrier in locations
where the ceiling is low or where there is an
obstruction in the upward direction of the
machine. Doing so may cause an accident.
Operation on slopes
1. Do not cross on slopes.
2. Stop before the downhill, and be sure to
decrease speed and exercise caution.
3. If the speed is too fast when traveling downhill,
the beep sound is emitted. In this case, slow
down using the brake.
4. Exercise caution when starting or stopping the
machine on slopes.
5. As the loads become less stable on slopes,
rmly secure the loads with ropes.
6. As the machine becomes unstable depending
on the condition of the road, keep the load to a
minimum.
7. As the view is obscured on slopes, keep the
height of the load to a minimum.
8. Never stop the machine on slopes. Stop the
machine on at ground, and lock the brake
lever, and then turn the power o󰀨.
9. Do not change the direction or speed mode on
steep slopes.
10. Do not release the switch trigger on upward
slopes. The machine may go in reverse and
cause an accident.
11.
Make sure that the remaining battery capacity
is enough before operating on slopes. If the
remaining battery capacity is not enough, charge
the battery or replace it with a charged one.
12. When starting the machine on slopes, do not
place your foot behind the rear wheel since the
machine moves back a few centimeters.
Loading objects
1. Do not overload objects. When loading
objects, be sure to follow the instructions and
load limits in the manual.
2. Since the larger the load, the more di󰀩cult it
is to operate the machine, keep the load within
the range that does not a󰀨ect the operation.
3. Firmly secure the objects with ropes.
4. Load the objects within the carrier. If the
objects protrude from the carrier, there is a risk
of accidents due to the objects falling or contact
obstacles such as walls.
5. Be sure that loaded objects are below eye
level. If the load is too high, it is dangerous
because the view is obscured. Also, there is a risk
of overturning and injury because the load is likely
to be unbalanced.
6. Load the objects on the carrier evenly. If the
objects are loaded unevenly, there is a risk of
overturning and injury because the load is likely to
be unbalanced.
7. Be sure to load heavy objects rst to keep
balance.
8. Load and unload objects on at ground. Never
load or unload objects on slope.
Transportation of machine
1. Use the ladder rails that are at least 4 times
as long as the height of the truck bed, with
xtures suitable for the bed, with a non-slip
surface and su󰀩cient width, and capable of
withstanding the weight of the machine and
operator. Read the instruction manual of the
ladder rails carefully before use.
2. Before loading the machine, unload all objects
from the machine and remove mud and other
debris from the tires. Install the ladder rails on
a at and stable surface.
3. Before loading or unloading the machine,
make sure that there are no people around the
machine and the ladder rails. Load or unload
the machine at low speed, taking care to pre-
vent the machine from falling o󰀨 the ladder
rails, and not to hit your head on the ceiling of
the truck. Use extreme caution when loading
or unloading the machine backward.
4. When transporting the machine, lock the brake
lever, turn the power o󰀨, remove the batteries
and lock key, and x the machine securely.
Maintenance and storage
1. Before storage or attempting to perform
inspections or maintenance, always be sure
to stop the machine on at ground and lock
the brake lever, and turn o󰀨 the machine, and
remove the lock key and battery cartridges.
2. Do not leave the machine unattended outdoors
in the rain.
3. When storing the machine, avoid direct sun-
light and rain, and store it in a place where it
does not get hot or humid.
4. This machine is equipped with a hydraulic unit
on the underside of the carrier to automati-
cally lift or lower the carrier. Do not modify the
hydraulic unit, or do not loosen the mounting
bolts of the unit or the adjustment screws of
the relief valve. It is very dangerous as it may
cause accidents or malfunctions.
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.

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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.
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.
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. Do not replace the battery in the rain.
7. Do not wet the terminal of battery with liquid
such as water, or submerge the battery. Do not
leave the battery in the rain, nor charge, use,
or store the battery in a damp or wet place. If
the terminal gets wet or liquid enters inside of bat-
tery, the battery may be short circuited and there is
a risk of overheat, re, or explosion.
8. After removing the battery from the machine or
charger, be sure to attach the battery cover to
the battery and store it in a dry place.
9. Do not replace the battery with wet hands.
10. Avoid dangerous environment. Don't use the
machine in damp or wet locations or expose it
to rain. Water entering the machine will increase
the risk of electric shock.
11. If the battery cartridge gets wet, drain the
water inside and then wipe it with a dry cloth.
Dry the battery cartridge completely in a dry
place before use.
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.
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.

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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 cause heating, catching re,
burst and malfunction of the tool or battery car-
tridge, resulting in burns or personal injury.
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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PARTS DESCRIPTION
1
2
3
5
46
76
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
Fig.1
1Up-and-down switch 2Control panel 3Beep button 4Switch trigger
5Rear lamp 6Handle 7Battery box 8Brake lever
9Rear wheel 10 Rear wheel lock 11 Front wheel 12 Front lamp
13 Carrier 14 Guard frame ----

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FUNCTIONAL
DESCRIPTION
Installing or removing battery
cartridge
CAUTION: Always switch o󰀨 the machine and
lock the brake lever before installing or removing
of the battery cartridge.
CAUTION: Always install the battery cartridge
fully until the red indicator cannot be seen. If not,
it may accidentally fall out of the machine, 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.
CAUTION: Do not use the high-temperature
battery cartridge. When the high-temperature bat-
tery cartridge is used, the machine stops automati-
cally before a short beep sound is emitted, and may
cause an injury.
CAUTION: Be careful not to pinch your n-
gers when opening or closing the battery cover.
NOTICE: Make sure that the cover of the battery
box is closed securely before use. Otherwise, mud,
dirt, or water may cause damage to the product or the
battery cartridge.
Installing the battery cartridge
1. Pull up the lock lever, and then open the cover of
the battery box.
2
1
Fig.2
► 1. Cover 2. Lock lever
2. Align the tongue on the battery cartridge with the
slot on the battery box, and then slide the cartridge until
it locks in place with a little click.
1
Fig.3
► 1. Battery cartridge
3. Insert the lock key in the place shown in the gure
as far as it will go, and turn it clockwise.
1
Fig.4
► 1. Lock key
NOTE: To turn the lock key, insert the lock key
completely.
4. Close the cover of the battery box.
1
Fig.5
► 1. Cover

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Removing the battery cartridge
1. Pull up the lock lever, and then open the cover of
the battery box.
2. Pull out the battery cartridge from the battery box
while sliding the button on the front of the cartridge.
1
Fig.6
► 1. Button
3. Turn the lock key counterclockwise, and pull it out.
4. Close the cover of the battery box.
Machine / battery protection system
The machine is equipped with a machine/battery
protection system. This system automatically cuts o󰀨
power to the motor to extend machine and battery life.
The machine will automatically stop during operation
if the machine or battery cartridge is under one of the
following conditions.
A short beep sound or long beep sound is emitted
before the machine stops automatically. The battery
indicators and lamps on the control panel blink while the
beep sound is emitted.
NOTE: To cancel the beep sound, release the switch
trigger and pull the brake lever.
Overload protection
When the machine/battery is operated in a manner
that causes it to draw an abnormally high current,
the machine automatically stops and the main power
lamp blinks in green. In this situation, turn the machine
o󰀨 and stop the application that caused the machine
to become overloaded such as reducing the loaded
objects. Then turn the machine on to restart.
Overheat protection
When the machine is overheated, the machine stops
automatically and the main power lamp lights up in red.
In this case, let the machine and battery cool before
turning the machine on again.
Overdischarge protection
When the battery capacity is not enough, the main
power lamp and the corresponding battery indicator
blinks in red. In this case, switch the battery cartridges,
or change the battery cartridges to fully charged ones,
or remove the battery cartridges from the machine and
charge them.
NOTE: The main power lamp blinks in red when the
battery is overheated.
Protections against other causes
NOTICE: The main power lamp blinks in green
and red alternately when the abnormality occurs
in the machine. In this case, refer to the section
for troubleshooting.
Protection system is also designed for other causes that
could damage the machine and allows the machine to
stop automatically. Take all the following steps to clear
the causes, when the machine has been brought to a
temporary halt or stop in operation.
1. Turn the machine o󰀨, and then turn it on again to
restart.
2. Charge the battery(ies) or replace it/them with
recharged battery(ies).
3. Let the machine and battery(ies) cool down.
NOTICE: If no improvement can be found or
the machine stops due to a cause not described
above, refer to the section for troubleshooting.
Indicating the remaining battery
capacity
CAUTION: Before checking the remaining
battery capacities or switching the battery car-
tridges, be sure to stop the machine.
CAUTION: When the battery capacity
becomes low, a short beep sound is emitted. In
this case, lock the brake lever, and then switch
the battery cartridges to charged ones or charge
the battery cartridges. If you continue to operate the
machine at low battery capacity and the remaining
battery capacity runs out, a long beep sound is emit-
ted and the machine automatically stops and this may
cause an accident or injury.
CAUTION: If the beep sound is emitted while
operating on slopes, move the machine to a safe
place, lock the brake lever, and then switch the
battery cartridges to charged ones or charge the
battery cartridges.
CAUTION: If the load is large and the beep
sound is emitted while operating on slopes, lock
the brake lever and pay attention to safety and
switch the battery cartridges to charged ones.
Move the machine to a safe place and lock the
brake lever. Reduce the load before operating the
machine again. For details, refer to the section for
troubleshooting.

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Checking the battery level on the
battery box
11
2
Fig.7
► 1. Battery indicator 2. Check button
Press the check button to indicate the remaining battery
capacities. The battery indicators correspond to each
battery.
Battery indicator status Remaining
battery
capacity
On Blinking O󰀨
50% - 100%
20% - 50%
0% - 20%
Empty
Battery not
installed
NOTE: If you continue to pull the switch trigger even
if you hear the short beep sound, the machine stops
automatically. After the machine stops automatically,
the beep sound continues and the support brake is
enabled. To cancel the beep sound and release the
support brake, release the switch trigger and pull the
brake lever. Do not push the machine forcibly without
releasing the support brake.
NOTE: You can check the remaining battery capacity
even if the lock key is not inserted.
NOTE: The battery indicators for remaining battery
capacity are just for reference. Actual battery capacity
may vary depending on usage conditions.
Checking the battery level on the
battery cartridge
Only for battery cartridges with the indicator
Press the check button on the battery cartridge to indi-
cate the remaining battery capacity. The indicator lamps
light up for a few seconds.
1
2
Fig.8
► 1. Indicator lamps 2. Check button
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.

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Switching the battery cartridge
1
Fig.9
► 1. Battery selection switch
The machine uses 2 battery cartridges for operation
at a time. Up to 4 battery cartridges can be installed
to the machine. Before operating the machine, select
the battery cartridges used for operation by turning the
battery selection switch.
NOTICE: If the battery cartridge is in the follow-
ing condition, the machine does not work even if
you switch the battery with the battery selection
switch.
• The remaining capacity of at least one of the
battery cartridges is empty.
• At least one of the battery cartridges is
overheated.
In this case, remove the empty or overheated
battery cartridge, or replace the battery cartridge
with a charged one.
NOTE: If only 2 battery cartridges are installed to the
machine, be sure to select the installed battery car-
tridges with the battery selection switch.
Control panel
CAUTION: Always lock the brake lever and
turn o󰀨 the machine when not in use.
Power button
1
2
Fig.10
► 1. Main power lamp 2. Power button
To turn on the machine, lock the brake lever, and then
press the power button without pulling the switch trig-
ger. The main power lamp lights up in green. To turn
o󰀨 the machine, release the switch trigger and lock the
brake lever, and then press the power button.
NOTE: An electrical test is performed the rst time
the machine is driven after the machine is turned on.
If a problem is detected, the main power lamp blinks
in red or green alternately. In this case, refer to the
section for troubleshooting.
NOTE: If the main power lamp lights up in red or
blinks in red or green, refer to the instructions for
machine/battery protection system or the section for
troubleshooting.
NOTE: This machine employs the auto power-o󰀨
function. To avoid unintentional start up, the machine
will automatically shut down when the machine is
stopped and not operated for a certain period after
the machine is turned on.
NOTE: If you press the power button while pulling the
switch trigger, the machine does not turn on. Release
the switch trigger, and then press the power button.

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Forward/reverse and speed button
13
2
Fig.11
► 1. Forward/reverse button 2. Speed indicator
3. Speed button
Press the forward/reverse button to switch between the
forward mode and reverse mode. Press the speed but-
ton to switch between low speed, medium speed, and
high speed. When the power is turned on, the forward
mode and low speed are set.
NOTE: The forward/reverse button is not available
while pulling the switch trigger.
NOTE: A short beep sound comes out when operat-
ing the machine in reverse.
NOTE: The speed button is not available when oper-
ating the machine in reverse.
NOTE: If the machine detects a problem, the speed
indicators blink alternately. In this case, refer to the
section for troubleshooting.
Beep button
When you press the beep button, the beep sound is
emitted.
1
Fig.12
► 1. Beep button
NOTE: The beep button is available when the
machine is turned on.
NOTE: The beep button is available even if the lock
key is not inserted in the battery box.
Lighting up the lamps
Press the lamp button on the battery box to light up the
front lamps and rear lamp. To turn o󰀨 the lamps, press
the lamp button again.
1
2
Fig.13
► 1. Lamp button 2. Front lamp
1
Fig.14
► 1. Rear lamp
NOTE: The lamps go o󰀨 if the machine is not oper-
ated for a certain period.
NOTE: The lamps go o󰀨 when the power is turned o󰀨.
NOTE: You can light up the lamps even if the lock key
is not inserted.

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Switch trigger and brake lever
CAUTION: Before installing the battery car-
tridge into the machine, always check to see that
the switch trigger actuates properly and returns
to the "OFF" position when released.
To start the machine, pull the switch trigger. Using the
switch trigger, the speed can be adjusted within the set
speed range. To stop the machine, release the switch
trigger and pull the brake lever.
To lock the brake lever, pull and hold the brake lever,
then pull the lock lever, and then release the brake lever
while pulling the lock lever. To release the lock, pull the
brake lever.
1
Fig.15
► 1. Switch trigger
1
2
Fig.16
► 1. Brake lever 2. Lock lever
Up-and-down switch
CAUTION: Be sure to hold the brake lever
when you operate the up-and-down switch.
CAUTION: Before using the up-and-down
switch, make sure that the remaining battery
capacity is not low. If the battery capacity is low,
lock the brake lever, and then switch the battery
cartridges to charged ones or replace the battery
cartridges with charged ones.
1
Fig.17
► 1. Up-and-down switch
You can lift and lower the position of the carrier using
the up-and-down switch. To lift the carrier, press the
upper side of the up-and-down switch while holding the
brake lever. To lower the carrier, press the lower side of
the up-and-down switch while holding the brake lever.
NOTE: The beep sound is emitted while the carrier
is moving.
Using the guard frames
CAUTION: When raising the guard frames,
be sure to return them to their original positions
completely.
When loading or unloading the objects on the carrier,
you can lower the guard frames of the carrier by slightly
lifting up and sliding the guard frames as shown in the
gure.
1
Fig.18
► 1. Guard frame

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When carrying the objects, be sure to raise the guard
frames to prevent the objects from falling o󰀨 the carrier.
1
Fig.19
► 1. Guard frame
Adjusting the handle height
NOTICE: Fix the left and right handles at the
same height.
The handle height can be adjusted in 7 levels. To adjust
the handle height, loosen 2 knobs, then adjust the
handle height by aligning the hole on the handle with
the protrusion on the rear frame, and then tighten 2
knobs securely. Adjust the height of the other handle in
the same way.
1
Fig.20
► 1. Knob
Rear wheel lock
You can x the direction of the rear wheels using the
rear wheel lock.
1. Slightly move the machine forward so that the rear
wheels face the direction shown in the gure.
1
Fig.21
► 1. Rear wheel
2. Rotate the rear wheel lock toward the rear.
1
Fig.22
► 1. Rear wheel lock
3. Lock the other rear wheel in the same way.
4. Move the rear wheel back and forth or left and
right slightly to make sure it is locked.
To release the rear wheel lock, rotate the rear wheel
lock 90° as shown in the gure.
1
Fig.23
► 1. Rear wheel lock

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NOTE: The rear wheels can be xed in 4 di󰀨erent
directions as shown in the gure.
Fig.24
Using the level
Using the level, you can check if the ground is level.
1
Fig.25
► 1. Level
OPERATION
CAUTION: Be sure to lock the brake lever
before loading or unloading objects.
Operating the machine
NOTICE: Be sure to insert the lock key before
the operation. If the lock key is not inserted, a beep
sound is emitted when you pull the switch trigger. The
beep sound stops by releasing the switch trigger and
pulling the brake lever.
NOTICE: Perform the inspection before oper-
ating the machine by referring to the section for
maintenance.
1. Make sure that the brake lever is locked. Install
the battery cartridges, and insert the lock key and turn it
clockwise.
2. Select the battery cartridges with the battery
selection switch.
3. Press the power button on the control panel to turn
the power on.
1
Fig.26
► 1. Power button
4. Pull the brake lever to release the lock of the
brake lever.
1
Fig.27
► 1. Brake lever

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5. Hold the handles rmly with both hands.
Fig.28
6. Pull the switch trigger.
1
Fig.29
► 1. Switch trigger
Loading objects
CAUTION: Before loading objects on the
machine, make sure that the machine is turned o󰀨
and the brake lever is locked.
CAUTION: Be sure to load objects within the
carrier. If objects are sticking out of the carrier, they
may fall or collapse if they touch obstacles.
Fig.30
CAUTION: Be sure to load objects so that
they are below eye level. If the load is too high, it is
dangerous because the view is obscured. Also, there
is a risk of overturning and injury because the load is
likely to be unbalanced.
Fig.31
When loading objects on the carrier, secure the objects with
ropes and tie them down to the rope hooks of the carrier.
1
Fig.32
► 1. Rope hook
Lifting and lowering the carrier
CAUTION: Before lifting or lowering the car-
rier, be sure to lock the brake lever.
CAUTION: Lift or lower the carrier on at and
stable ground. Operation on unstable ground may
cause an accident or injury.
CAUTION: Keep the load to a minimum. If the
load is large, do not try to lift the carrier. Reduce
the load, and then lift the carrier.
CAUTION: When lifting or lowering the car-
rier, never insert or place a part of your body
under the carrier.
CAUTION: Before lifting or lowering the car-
rier, make sure that there are no people or obsta-
cles around the machine.
You can lift and lower the position of the carrier using
the up-and-down switch.
1. Stop the machine, and then lock the brake lever.
2. Lift the carrier using the up-and-down switch while
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3. Lock the brake lever, and then lower the guard
frames of the carrier to load or unload the objects.
4. Raise the guard frames of the carrier, and then
lower the carrier to the lowest position using the up-and-
down switch while holding the brake lever.
NOTICE: You can slightly adjust the position of
the machine using the switch trigger when the
carrier is lifted up. Be sure to lock the brake lever
after adjusting the position of the machine using
the switch trigger.
NOTICE: Before operating the machine using
the switch trigger, be sure to lower the carrier to
the lowest position. If the carrier is not in the lowest
position, the traveling speed of machine is limited up
to 0.8 km/h.
MAINTENANCE
CAUTION: Always be sure to park the
machine on at ground and lock the brake lever
before storage or attempting to perform inspec-
tions or maintenance.
CAUTION: Always be sure that the lock
key and battery cartridge are removed from
the machine before storage, inspections, or
maintenance.
CAUTION: Always remove the lock key when
the machine is not in use. Store the lock key in a
safe place out of reach of children.
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.
Inspection before operation
Perform the following inspections before operating the
machine.
• Check that the bolts, nuts, and knobs are tight-
ened rmly.
Fig.33
• Check that the brake is working properly. If you
feel the brake is not working su󰀩ciently, perform
the cleaning of the brake. If no improvement can
be found, ask Makita Authorized Service Centers
for repair.
• Check that the tires of front and rear wheels are
not damaged, and the air in the tires is su󰀩cient.
• Check that the front lamps, and rear lamp are
clean. Clean them if necessary.
• Check that the scrapers are in the correct posi-
tion. If the scraper is facing upward, adjust the
orientation of the scraper by loosing the bolts.
When tightening the bolts, do not push the scraper
toward the front of the machine.
1
Fig.34
► 1. Scraper
Cleaning the machine
NOTICE: Never use gasoline, benzine, thinner,
alcohol or the like. Discoloration, deformation or
cracks may result.
NOTICE: Do not use the high pressure washer
for cleaning.
NOTICE: When cleaning the machine, be sure
to close the cover of battery box. Otherwise, water
may enter into the battery box, and cause a malfunc-
tion of machine.
Remove mud, dirt, and the like from the machine. Clean
the machine with running water. After the cleaning, wipe
the machine with a dry cloth.