Makita DTR180 User manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL
MANUEL D'INSTRUCTION
MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES
Cordless Rebar Tying Tool
Pince À Ligaturer Sans Fil
Amarradora Inalámbica de Varilla
DTR180
IMPORTANT: Read Before Using.
IMPORTANT : Lire avant usage.
IMPORTANTE: Lea antes de usar.

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ENGLISH (Original instructions)
SPECIFICATIONS
Model: DTR180
Tie wire (Optional accessory) ø0.8 mm (21GA)
Diameter of rebars that can be tied From #3 x #3 to (#4 x 2) x (#4 x 2)
From 10 mm x 10 mm to (13 mm x 2) x (13 mm x 2)
Approximate number of ties
per reel
Annealing iron tie wire Approximately 120 ties
Galvanized tie wire Approximately 120 ties
Poly coated tie wire Approximately 105 ties
Overall length 304 mm (12")
Rated voltage D.C. 14.4/18 V
Net weight 2.3 - 2.6 kg (5.1 - 5.7 lbs)
• Due to our continuing program of research and development, the specications herein are subject to change without notice.
• Specications and battery cartridge 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 D.C.14.4 V Model BL1430B
D.C.18 V Model
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.
Combination of rebars that can be tied
Combination of 2 rebars
#3 (10 mm) #4 (13 mm) #5 (16 mm)
#3 (10 mm)
#4 (13 mm)
#5 (16 mm)
Combination of 3 rebars
#3 x #3 (10 mm x 10 mm) #4 x #4 (13 mm x 13 mm)
#3 (10 mm)
#4 (13 mm)
#5 (16 mm) -
Combination of 4 rebars
#3 x #3 (10 mm x 10 mm) #4 x #4 (13 mm x 13 mm)
#3 x #3 (10 mm x 10 mm)
#4 x #4 (13 mm x 13 mm)
NOTICE: If there is a gap between rebars or if the tool is used at an incorrect orientation, the rebars may not be
able to be tied.

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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 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.

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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.
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.
Cordless rebar tying tool safety
warnings
1. Never point the tool toward a person. Never
put your hands or feet close to the tool tip.
If you accidentally operate the tool while it is
touching someone, it will lead to an unexpected
accident.
2. Do not load wire while the power to the tool is
turned on. Otherwise, you may get caught in the
wire and injured.
3. Do not use the tool without closing the reel
cover. Otherwise, the wire reel may come o󰀨 and
cause an accident.
4. Be sure to check that the diameters of rebars
to be tied are within the tool capacity before
beginning work.
5. Wear clothes that have close-tting hemlines
and sleeves. Do not work with a towel or other
object wrapped around your neck. Otherwise,
they may get caught in the rotating part and cause
an accident.
6. Be sure to inspect the following points before
using the tool.
• Check that no parts are damaged
• Check that no bolts are loose
• Check that safety devices operate
normally
7. If any abnormalities are found, stop using the
tool immediately. Do not repair the tool by
yourself. Ask your local Makita Service Center
for repairs. If the tool is used in an incomplete
state, an accident may occur.
8. When installing the battery cartridge, be sure
to lock the trigger and do not place your nger
on the trigger. Incorrect operation may cause an
accident.
9. When tying rebars, exercise care not to move
them. If rebars move due to tying, you may be
injured.
10. Do not touch the wires during the wire tying
process. Otherwise, you may get caught in the
wire and injured.
11. Do not bring your hands close to the tying
point during the wire tying process. Otherwise,
you may get caught in the wire and injured.
12. Hold the grip of the tool rmly during the wire
tying process. Otherwise, your wrist may be
twisted or your body may be pulled, which may
result in an injury.
13. Do not move to the next tying point until the
current wire tying process is completed.
Otherwise, you may be injured.
14. Pay attention to the end of the wire during the
wire tying process. Otherwise, your hand may
be caught by the end of the wire, and you may be
injured.
15. Do not touch the contact plate during the wire
tying process. If you need to touch the contact
plate, be sure to lock the trigger, or turn the
power switch o󰀨 and remove the battery car-
tridge. Otherwise, you may be injured.

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16. When you have completed the wire tying pro-
cess, pull the tool up vertically. Otherwise, the
arm may be caught on rebars, which may cause
an accident.
17. Be careful not to drop, bump, or hit the tool.
If a strong impact is applied prior to the tool
being used, make sure that the tool is not dam-
aged or cracked, and that the safety devices
operate normally. Otherwise, an accident may
occur.
18. If any of the following phenomena occur, lock
the trigger, turn the power switch o󰀨, and
remove the battery cartridge from the tool.
If the tool operates incorrectly, an accident may
occur.
• If an operating sound is heard as soon as
the battery cartridge is mounted.
• If overheating or abnormal smells or
noises are detected.
• When you are taking measures in
response to the error display. (Ask your
local Makita Service Center for repairs.)
• When loading or unloading a wire reel.
• When you move while holding the tool
during work.
• When you do not use the tool.
• When you inspect or adjust the tool.
• When you remove a stranded wire.
19. When working on sca󰀨olding, always stabilize
it and work using a posture that will ensure
you maintain your balance. If sca󰀨olding is
unstable, an accident may occur.
20. When working on a roof or similar locations,
move in a forward direction while working so
that you can see where you are going. If you
move in a backward direction while working, you
may lose your footing and cause an accident.
21. If you are working in a highly elevated loca-
tion, ensure that no one is below you, and pay
attention to ensure you do not drop any tools
while working. Dropping the tool may cause an
accident.
22. Do not use the tool for any work other than
wire tying. Otherwise, an accident may occur.
23. Always use Makita's genuine wires. If wires are
not used for a long period of time, they may
rust. Do not use rusted wires. Otherwise, they
may cause an accident.
24. After tying, check for wire breakage due to
excessive twisting. If any wires are broken,
tying strength will be lost. Adjust the tying
strength, and tie the rebars again.
25. Securely place the arm against the rebars. If
it is not securely positioned, a clearance will be
created between the rebars, and tying strength will
be compromised.
Symbols
The followings show the symbols used for tool.
volts
direct current
Keep hands away from the tool tip.
Important safety instructions for
battery cartridge
1. Before using battery cartridge, read all instruc-
tions and cautionary markings on (1) battery char-
ger, (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 attention 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, over-
heating, 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 requirements.
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, consulting 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.

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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).
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.
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.
1
2
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.

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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:
Overload protection
When the battery is operated in a manner that causes
it to draw an abnormally high current, the tool auto-
matically stops and the corresponding error number is
displayed on the display panel. 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 tool or battery is overheated, the tool stops
automatically and the corresponding error number is
displayed on the display panel. 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 and the corresponding error number is
displayed on the display panel. In this case, remove the
battery from the tool and charge the battery.
Main power switch
CAUTION: When you turn the power on, never
bring your limbs or face close to the binding or
rotating parts of the tool tip. Otherwise, you may
be injured.
CAUTION: When the power is turned on,
never touch the binding or rotating parts of the
tool tip. Otherwise, you may be injured.
CAUTION: Before inserting the battery car-
tridge, be sure to release your ngers from the
switch trigger and lock the trigger. If you insert
the battery cartridge while the switch trigger is being
pulled, it may cause an accident if the wire tying
process is accidentally carried out.
When you press the power button, the power turns
on and the tying mode lamp lights up. In order for the
tool to adjust its initial position, it operates temporarily.
When adjustment has completed, the tool stops auto-
matically. When you press the power button again, the
power turns o󰀨 and the tying mode lamp goes out.
1
2
► 1. Tying mode lamp 2. Power button

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NOTE: The tool has an auto power-o󰀨 function. If the
switch trigger is not pulled for 10 minutes, the tool
is automatically turned o󰀨 to reduce battery power
consumption.
NOTE: To restart the tool, turn the power on again.
Mode switching button
When the power is turned on and the tying mode lamp
is lit, you can select the single actuation mode or the
continuous actuation mode via the mode switching but-
ton. When you turn the power on again, the tool starts in
the mode that was most recently selected.
1
2
3
► 1. Mode switching button 2. Single actuation mode
3. Continuous actuation mode
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.
CAUTION: When not operating the tool,
depress the trigger-lock button from side to
lock the switch trigger in the OFF position.
2
1
AB
► 1. Switch trigger 2. Trigger-lock button
To prevent the switch trigger from accidentally pulled,
the trigger-lock button is provided. To start the tool,
depress the trigger-lock button from A side and pull the
switch trigger. Release the switch trigger to stop. After
use, press in the trigger-lock button from B side.
When you pull the switch trigger, the tool performs the next
sequential operations as follows, and the tool stops automatically.
1. Feed the wire.
2. Cut the wire.
3. The hook holds and twists the wire.
4. The hook returns to the original position.
Tying strength setting
CAUTION: Be sure to lock the trigger before start-
ing the adjustment. When you turn the power on, never
bring your limbs or face close to the binding or rotating
parts of the tool tip. Otherwise, you may be injured.
You can set the tying strength by adjusting the tying strength
adjusting button. Tying strength is shown on the display panel.
2
1
► 1. Tying strength adjusting button 2. Display panel
If the wire is broken o󰀨, tying strength will be lost. After
tying, check the twisted portion for breakage.
If the wire is broken o󰀨, adjust the tying strength using
the tying strength adjusting button, and tie the rebars
again.

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Remaining battery notication
When the battery voltage drops below the required
level, the tool will stop operating, an error tone will
sound, and the number "4" will appear on the display
panel. The error tone will continue to sound until the
power is turned o󰀨.
NOTE: If the ambient temperature is extremely low,
the error tone may sound even when the battery
contains su󰀩cient power.
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.
Loading the tie wire (wire reel)
CAUTION: Before mounting or dismounting
tie wires and accessories, be sure to turn the
power o󰀨, lock the trigger, and remove the battery
cartridge. Failure to do so may cause an accident.
NOTICE: Using wires other than Makita's genu-
ine tie wires may cause the tool to malfunction.
1. Push the release lever, and lock it with the lock lever.
1
2
► 1. Release lever 2. Lock lever
When you push the release lever, a gap is created
between the left and right feed gears.
1
2
3
► 1. Release lever 2. Lock lever 3. Feed gears
2. Open the reel cover.
1
► 1. Reel cover
3. Mount the wire reel on the tool in the orientation
shown in the gure.
1
► 1. Wire reel
NOTICE: Be sure to mount the wire reel in the
orientation shown in the gure. If it is mounted the
other way around, the wire will be released and may
be twisted.
4. Unhook the wire tip from the hook of reel.
1
► 1. Hook

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5. Make the tip of the wire straight, and pass the wire
through the guide.
1
► 1. Guide
NOTE:
If the tip of the wire is bent when it is passed
through the guide, the wire may become jammed in the tool.
NOTE: If you force the wire when trying to pass it
through the guide, the wire may become jammed.
6. Pull the wire out approximately 10 mm from the tip of the arm.
2
1
► 1. Arm 2. Approximately 10 mm
NOTICE: If the length of the pulled-out wire is
insu󰀩cient, the wire may be broken o󰀨 when tied,
or tying strength may be compromised due to
insu󰀩cient wraps.
7. Rewind the wire to eliminate its slack.
8. Release the lock lever. The release lever returns,
and the wire is held by the left and right gears.
2
1
► 1. Release lever 2. Lock lever
1
23
► 1. Gear 2. Path of the wire 3. Wire