Makita DUP361 User manual

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Battery Powered Pruning
Shears
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
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Akumulatorowy sekator
ogrodniczy
INSTRUKCJA OBSŁUGI
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Akkumulátoros metszőolló
HASZNÁLATI KÉZIKÖNYV
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Akumulátorové prerezávacie
nožnice
NÁVOD NA OBSLUHU
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Akumulátorové zahradnické
nůžky
NÁVOD K OBSLUZE
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Секатор із живленням від
акумулятора
ІНСТРУКЦІЯ З
ЕКСПЛУАТАЦІЇ
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Foarfecă de grădină cu
acumulator
MANUAL DE INSTRUCŢIUNI
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Akku-Astschere
BETRIEBSANLEITUNG
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DUP362

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ENGLISH (Original instructions)
SPECIFICATIONS
Model:
DUP361
DUP362
Max. cutting capacity
33 mm
Overall length (shears part)
305 mm
Rated voltage
D.C.36 V
Net weight (shears part)
0.77 - 0.82 kg
•Due to our continuing program of research and development,
the specifications herein are subject to change without
notice.
•Specifications may differ from country to country.
•Weight, the shears part only, according to EPTA-Procedure 01/2014
Applicable battery cartridge and charger
Battery cartridge
BL1815N / BL1820 / BL1820B / BL1830 / BL1830B / BL1840 /
BL1840B / BL1850 / BL1850B / BL1860B
Charger
DC18RC / DC18RD / DC18RE / DC18SD / DC18SE / DC18SF
•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
fire.
Symbols
The followings show the symbols
used for the equipment. Be
sure that you understandtheir
meaning before use.
on Waste Electric and Electronic
Equipment and Batteries
and Accumulators
and Waste Batteries and
Accumulators and their implementation in
accordance with national laws,
electric equipment and
batteries and battery
pack(s) that have
reached the end
of their life
must be collected
separately and returned to an
environmentally compatible recycling
facility.
Intended use
The tool is intended for
pruning twigs or branches.
Read instruction manual.
Do not expose to moisture.
Danger; be aware of
thrown objects.
Keep bystanders
away.
Ni-MH
Li-ion
Only for EU countries
Do not dispose of
electric equipment or
battery pack together with
household waste
material!
In observance of the
European Directives,

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Noise
The typical A-weighted noise level determined
according to EN50636-2-94:
Model DUP361
Sound pressure level (LpA) : 70 dB(A) or less
Uncertainty (K) : 3.2 dB(A)
Model DUP362
Sound pressure level (LpA) : 70 dB(A) or less
Uncertainty (K) : 1.4 dB(A)
The noise level under working may exceed 80 dB (A).
WARNING: Wear ear protection.
Vibration
The vibration total value (tri-axial
vector sum) determined according to
EN50636-2-94:
Model DUP361
Vibration emission (ah) : 2.5 m/s2or less
Uncertainty (K) : 1.5 m/s2
Model DUP362
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.
WARNING: The vibration emission during
actual use of the power tool can differ 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
measures 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 off and when it is running idle in
addition to the trigger time).
EC Declaration of Conformity
For European countries only
The EC declaration of conformity is included as Annex
A to this instruction manual.
Pruning shears safety warnings
WARNING: Read all safety warnings and
all instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and
instructionsmay result in
electric shock, fire and/or
serious injury.
Save all warnings and
instructions for future reference.
The term "power tool" in the warnings refers to your
mains-operated (corded) power tool
or battery-operated (cordless) power
tool.
1. 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.
2. 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.
It is an employer's responsibility to enforce the
use of appropriate safety protective
equipments by the tool operators and by other
persons in the immediate working area.
3. Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the
switch is in the off-position before connecting
to power source and/ or battery pack, picking
up or carrying the tool. Carrying powertools
with your finger on
the switch or
energising power tools that have the switch
on invites accidents.
4. Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or
jewellery. Keep your hair, clothing, and gloves
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jewellery or long hair
can be caught in
moving parts.
5. This tool is for pruning branches. Do not use it
for any job except that
for which it is
intended.
6. Never allow children, persons with reduced
physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack
of experience and knowledge or people
unfamiliar with these instructions to use the
tool. Local regulations may restrict the age of
the operator.
7. Children should be supervised to ensure that
they do not play with the appliance.
8. Never operate the tool while people, especially
children, or pets are nearby.
9. Do not overreach and keep balance at all
times. Always besure of footing
on slopes and to
walk, never run.
10. Do not touch moving hazardous parts before
the tool is disconnected from the mains and/or
the battery pack is removed from the tool.
11. Always wear substantial footwear and long
trousers while operating the tool.
12. Disconnect the supply and/or remove the
battery pack from the tool:
•whenever the tool is
left by the user,
•before clearing a blockage,
•before checking, cleaning or
working on the tool,
•after striking a foreign
object to inspect the
tool for damage,
•if the tool starts
to vibrate abnormally,
for immediately check.
13. Never operate the tool with defective guards or
shields, or without safety devices, or if the
cord is damaged or worn.
14. Avoid using the tool in bad weather conditions
especially when there is a risk of lightning.
15. Don’t use the tool or perform battery charging
operations in the rain.
16. Don’t leave the tool in rain or wet locations.
17. Be careful not to catch foreign matter between
the blades. If the blades
are jammed with foreign
matter, immediately switch
off the tool and
disconnect the battery from
the tool. Then remove
the foreign matter from
the blades.
18. Never hold the branch you are pruning with
your free hand. Keep your free hand away from
the cutting area. Never touch
the blades, they are
very sharp and you may cut yourself.
19. Don’t force the tool to make it cut. You could
slip and injure yourself or cut
something else unintentionally.
20. Avoid cutting electrical wires that may be
hidden.
21. Always check the blades carefully before
operation.
22. Handle the blades with extreme care to prevent
cuts or injury from the blades.
23. Disconnect the battery from the tool after each
use and before attempting to perform
inspection or maintenance.
24. When not in use, always keep the tool in its
holster.
Battery tool use and care
1. Avoid dangerous environment. Don't use the
tool in damp or wet locations or expose it to
rain. Water entering the tool will increase the
risk of electric shock.
2. Recharge only with the charger specified by
the manufacturer. A charger
that is suitable for
one type of battery
pack may create a
risk of fire when
used with another battery
pack.
3. Use power tools only with specifically
designated battery packs. Use of
any other battery packs
may create a risk
of injury and fire.
4. 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 terminals together may
cause burns or a
fire.
5. Under abusive conditions, liquid may be
ejected from the battery; avoid contact. If
contact accidentally occurs, flush with water. If
liquid contacts eyes, additionally seek medical
help. Liquid ejected from the
battery may cause irritation
or burns.

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6. Do not dispose of the battery(ies) in a fire. The
cell may explode. Check with local codes for
possible special disposal instructions.
7. 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.
8. Do not charge battery in rain, or in wet
locations.
Service
1. Have your power tool serviced by a qualified
repair person using only identical replacement
parts. This will ensure that the safety of the power
tool is maintained.
2. Follow instruction for lubricating and changing
accessories.
3. Keep handles dry, clean and free from oil and
grease.
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
instructions and cautionary markings on (1)
battery charger, (2) battery, and (3) product
using battery.
2. Do not disassemble battery cartridge.
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
conductive material.
(2) Avoid storing battery cartridge in a
container 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 flow,
overheating, possible burns and even a
breakdown.
6. Do not store the tool and battery cartridge 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 fire.
8. Be careful not to drop or strike battery.
9. Do not use a damaged battery.
10. The contained lithium-ion batteries are subject
to the Dangerous Goods Legislation
requirements.
For commercialtransports e.g. by
third parties, forwarding agents,
special requirement on
packaging and labeling must
be observed. For
preparationof the item
being shipped, consulting an
expert for hazardous material
is required. Please also
observe possibly more detailed
national regulations.
Tape or mask off open contacts and pack up the
battery in such a
manner that it cannot
move around in the packaging.
11. Follow your local regulations relating to
disposal of battery.
12. Use the batteries only with the products
specified by Makita. Installing the
batteries to non-compliant
products may result in
a fire, excessive heat,
explosion, or leak of electrolyte.
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 fires,
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
cartridge. Overcharging shortens the battery
service life.
3. Charge the battery cartridge with room
temperature at 10 °C - 40 °C (50 °F - 104 °F). Let

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a hot battery cartridge cool down before
charging it.
4. Charge the battery cartridge if you do not use
it for a long period (more than six months).
* The shape may differ depending on the tool variation.
FUNCTIONAL
DESCRIPTION
CAUTION: Always be sure that the tool is
switched off and the battery cartridge is removed
before adjusting or checking function on the tool.
Removing or installing battery
cartridge
CAUTION: Always switch off the tool before
installing or removing of the battery cartridge.
CAUTION: Hold the tool and the battery
cartridge firmly when installing or removing
battery cartridge. Failure to hold
the tool and the
battery cartridge firmly may
cause them to slip
off your hands and
result in damage to
the tool and battery
cartridge and a
personal injury.
►Fig.2: 1. Red indicator 2. Button 3. Battery
cartridge 4. Battery holder
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.
NOTE: The tool does not
work with only one
battery cartridge.
Tool / battery protection system
The tool is equipped with
a tool/battery protection system. This system
automatically cuts off power to the motor to
extend tool and battery life.
The tool will automatically
stop during operation if the
tool or battery is placed under one
of the following conditions. In some conditions,
N Mark
The N Mark is a trademark or registered trademark of NFC
Formula, Inc. in USA and other countries in the world.
(This tool is equipped with
an NFC receiver only
for a service purpose
used by authorized/factory
service centers.)
PARTS DESCRIPTION
►Fig.1
1
Harness *
2
Back pack
3
Switch box
4
Pilot lamp (red)
5
Pilot lamp (green)
6
I/O switch
7
Holster
8
Cord holder
9
Connection cord
10
Shears
11
Switch trigger
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the lamps on the switch
box lights up.
Overload protection
When the tool is operated in a manner that causes it to
draw an abnormally high current,
the tool automatically stops
without any indication. In this situation, turn the tool off
and stop the application that caused the tool to become
overloaded. Then turn the
tool on to restart.
Overheat protection
When the tool is overheated, the tool stops
automatically, and the green
lamp on the switch box
blinks. In this situation, let
the tool cool down before
turning the tool on again.
Overdischarge protection
When the battery capacity becomes
low, the tool stops
automatically. And the red
lamp on the switch box
lights up or blinks. If
the product does not operate
even when the switches are
operated, remove the batteries from
the battery holder and charge
the batteries.
Only for battery cartridges with the indicator
►Fig.3: 1. Indicator lamps 2.
Check button
Press the check button on
the battery cartridge to indicate
the remaining battery capacity. The
indicator lamps light up for a few seconds.
NOTE: Depending on the conditions of use and the
ambient temperature, the
indication may differ slightly
from the actual capacity.
Switch action
CAUTION: Before connecting the battery to
the shears, always check to see that the switch
trigger actuates properly and returns to the “OFF”
position when released.
CAUTION: When not operating the tool,
always make sure that the I/O switch is on the "O"
side.
CAUTION: Do not press the I/O switch to the
“I” (on) position while pulling the switch trigger.
The blade closes slightly and
it may cause
personal injury.
To turn on the tool, perform as follows:
1. Connect the switch box,
connection cord, and shears.
(Refer to “Installing the connection cord”.)
2. Hold the shears firmly,
and press the I/O
switch to the “I” (on) position.
The green pilot lamp lights up.
Indicating the remaining battery
capacity
Auto locked-mode and shut-off
mode shift
Indicator lamps
Remaining
capacity
Lighted
Off
Blinking
% to 100%
75
% to 75%
50
25
% to 50%
% to 25%
0
Charge the
battery.
The
ba
may have
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►Fig.4: 1. I/O switch 2. Pilot lamp (green) 3.
Pilot lamp (red)
3. The shear blades are
locked-mode when the
I/O switch is on. To release the lock,
pull the switch trigger two times. The
upper shear blade opens
automatically.
4. To close the shear
blade, pull the switch
trigger. ► Fig.5: 1. Switch trigger
For safety reasons, the tool shifts into locked-mode or
shut-off mode automatically if the tool is left untouched
for a certain period of time.
After 5 minutes: The tool shifts into locked-mode. Pull
the switch trigger two times to release the lock.
After 15 minutes: The tool is shift into shut-off mode,
and the green pilot lamp turns off. Press the I/O switch
to the “O” (off) position once, and press the I/O switch to
the “I” (on) position again, then pull the switch trigger
two times to release the lock.
Opening angle selector lever
►Fig.6: 1. Opening angle selector lever
By tilting the opening angle selector lever to the left
side, you can open the
upper shear blade wider. To limit
the upper shear blade
opening angle, first pull the
switch trigger fully, and then return the opening angle
selector lever to straight position.
Cutting depth adjustment
CAUTION: Do not let your hands or part of
body close to the shear blades. Otherwise
personal injury may result.
After sharpening or replacing the
shear blade, adjust cutting depth if
necessary.
Turn on the tool, and pull the switch trigger two times to
open the shear blades, and
then press the I/O switch
to the “O” (off) position.
To deepen the cutting depth, turn the cutting depth
adjusting screw clockwise with the
hex wrench. And to make the
cutting depth shallower, turn the cutting depth adjusting
screw counterclockwise.
►Fig.7: 1. Cutting depth adjusting
screw
NOTE: Check the cutting depth
after adjustment. If
the cutting depth is
too shallow, the branch
may not cut fully.
Pilot lamps on the switch box
►Fig.8: 1. I/O switch 2. Pilot lamp (green) 3.
Pilot lamp (red)
The green and red lamps indicate as follows:
(On: Off: Blinking: )
•Green lamp lights up: the tool is turned on.
Green
Red
•Green lamp and red lamp light up: if you insert the
battery to the battery
holder when I/O switch
is “I” (on) position,
both of the lamps
light up and the
blade does not move
though you pull the
switch trigger. In this situation, press
the I/O switch to the “O” (off) position once, and
press the I/O switch to the “I” (on) position again.
Green
Red
•Green lamp blinks: the
tool is overheated.
Let the tool cool
down before turning the
tool on again.
Green
Red
•Green lamp lights up
and red lamp blinks
or lights up: battery
is low or almost
flat. Charge the batteries.
When either of the
battery becomes low, the
red lamp blinks even
one of the batteries
is full.
Green
Red
•Green lamp and red
lamp blink alternately: the
tool detects breaking of
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connection cord for loose
connection with the switch
box and the shears.
If the lamps still
blink alternately, stop using
the tool immediately,
disconnect the connection cord,
remove the battery, and ask
your local authorized service center for repair.
Lamps blink alternately
ASSEMBLY
CAUTION: Always be sure that the tool is
switched off and the battery cartridge is removed
before carrying out any work on the tool.
Installing the battery holder into the
backpack
►Fig.9: 1. Clamp 2. Battery holder 3. Strap
1. Pass the switch box
through the opening (either
right or left) of
the back pack.
2. Pass the clamp through
the square hole of
the battery holder, and
secure the battery holder
with the strap. Make
sure that the battery
holder sits in the
backpack firmly.
Installing the holster
►Fig.10: 1. Holster 2. Strap
Pass the belt of the
lower buckle through the opening
of the holster.
Adjusting the harness
Adjust the harness as follows:
1. Close and lock the
lower buckle, and adjust
its belt length. ► Fig.11:
1. Lower buckle
2. Adjust the shoulder strap
length. ► Fig.12
3. Adjust the position of
the upper buckle. Close
and lock the upper
buckle and adjust its
belt length. ► Fig.13: 1.
Upper buckle
CAUTION: In case of emergency, quickly
open the lower buckle and upper buckle, loosen
shoulder straps, and set down the backpack.
Installing the connection cord
CAUTION: Always make sure that the switch
box's I/O switch is on the "O" side before
attaching the connection cord.
CAUTION: Do not operate the tool if the
connection cord is damaged.
NOTICE:Do not abuse the
connection cord. Do not
carry the tool by
pulling the connection cord.
Keep the connection cord
away from heat, oil, or sharp edges. Otherwise
the connection cord may
be damaged.
Attach the connection cord with
the switch box and the
shears as follows:
1. First, align the triangular marks of the male
plug of the connection cord with the triangular mark of
the female connector of the switch
box. Push in the
plug of the
connection cord to the
connector of the switch
box. Then, align the marking on the
coupling with the trianglar marks, and push in and turn
the coupling to tighten.
►Fig.14: 1. Triangular mark 2. Connection
cord 3. Switch box 4. Marking on
coupling 5. Coupling
NOTICE: Turn the coupling and align the marking on
the coupling with the
triangular marks first when
disconnecting the
connection cable.
2. Hang the switch box
on the waist belt
or upper belt. ► Fig.15
3. Push the connection cord into the loop of
the cord holder. ►Fig.16
Hang the cord holder on
either the upper belt or
the waist belt on which
the switch box is not
hung.

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The cord holder prevents the connection cord from
dangling around your body, and
also the cord holder can
prevent the connection cord from
being cut by mistake.
►Fig.17
►Fig.18
NOTICE: Do not hang anything other than the
connection code on the cord holder. Otherwise the
code holder may be broken.
NOTICE: Do not force the cord holder opening.
Otherwise it may result in
deformation or
breakage of the code holder.
4. Put the arm band
on your arm. And
slip the connection cord
through the arm band.
►Fig.19: 1. Arm band
5. First, align the triangular marks of the
female socket of the connection cord with the triangular
mark of the male connector of the shears. Push in the
socket of the connection cord to the connector of the
shears. Then, align the marking on the coupling with the
trianglar marks, and push in and turn the coupling to
tighten.
►Fig.20: 1. Triangular mark 2. Connection
cord 3. Shears 4. Marking on coupling
5. Coupling
NOTICE: Turn the coupling and align the marking on
the coupling with the
triangular marks first when
disconnecting the
connection cable.

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Putting shears in the holster
Keep pulling the switch trigger to close the shear
blades, and press the I/O
switch to "O" side to
turn off the tool. Then put the shears
into the holster and hold the shears with the strap of the
holster.
OPERATION
CAUTION: Always hold the tool firmly. And
keep firm footing.
CAUTION: Do not put any of your body parts
near to the blades during operation.
CAUTION: Before use, inspect if the blades,
blade bolts or other parts are not worn or
damaged. Replace worn or damaged parts for safe
operation.
NOTICE:If the blade is
stuck in a branch
during operation, do not
twist the blade. In
that situation, turn off
the tool and pull
the blades straight out
slowly from the branch.
Otherwise the blade may
be damaged.
NOTICE:In case you cut
too thick branch or
something too hard, the overload protection
works and the tool stops. In that
situation, if the upper
shear blade is opened
too wide and the switch trigger is pulled fully, the
upper blade closes slightly
when you press the
I/O switch to “I” (on) position for restarting
the tool.
Pruning operation
►Fig.21
Cut branches one by one.
The maximum thickness of branches
which can be cut with
these shears is about
33mm. Maintain your proper footing
and balance at all times.
After use
Close the shear blades, press
the I/O switch to the
“O” (off) position, and disconnect the connection
cord from the shears and the
switch box, and remove the
batteries from battery holder.
Store the shears in dry, high or locked-up place –out of
reach of children.
NOTICE: Remove the battery when not using the
shears. Otherwise the battery capacity
is reduced during course of
time.
Catcher
Optional accessory
The catcher is useful, when
picking flowers. It temporarilyholds
picked flower after cutting.
If the clearance between the
catcher and lower blade is
not appropriatefor your
application,adjust the clearance by
loosening the screws. ► Fig.22: 1.
Catcher 2. Screw
MAINTENANCE
CAUTION: Always be sure that the tool is
switched off and the battery cartridge is removed
before attempting to perform inspection or
maintenance.
CAUTION: Wear safety gloves when handling
the blade. Otherwise it may result
in personal injury.
NOTICE: Never use gasoline, benzine, thinner,
alcohol or the like. Discoloration, deformation or
cracks may result.
Blade maintenance
NOTICE:Failure to perform blade
maintenance may cause
excessive blade friction and
shorten the operating time
per battery charge.
Before and after operation, check
the shear blades carefully.
After operation, clean off the
blades with a stiff brush.
Then wipe the blades with
a cloth. And apply Makita
genuine machine oil onto the
blade edge and movable part. ►
Fig.23
Sharpening blades