Makita GHU04 User manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL
MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES
Cordless Hedge Trimmer
Cortasetos Inalámbrico
GHU04
GHU05
IMPORTANT: Read Before Using.
IMPORTANTE: Lea antes de usar.

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ENGLISH (Original instructions)
SPECIFICATIONS
Model: GHU04 GHU05
Blade length 600 mm (23-5/8") 750 mm (29-1/2")
Strokes per minute 2,000 / 3,600 / 5,000 /min
Overall length 1,085 mm (42-3/4") 1,225 mm (48-1/4")
Rated voltage D.C. 36 V - 40 V max
Net weight 3.9 - 4.5 kg (8.6 - 9.9 lbs) 4.0 - 4.7 kg (8.8 - 10.4 lbs)
• Duetoourcontinuingprogramofresearchanddevelopment,thespecicationshereinaresubjecttochange
without notice.
• Specicationsmaydi󰀨erfromcountrytocountry.
• Theweightmaydi󰀨erdependingontheattachment(s),includingthebatterycartridge.Thelightestandheavi-
est combination, according to EPTA-Procedure 01/2014, are shown in the table.
Applicable battery cartridge and charger
Batterycartridge BL4020* / BL4025* / BL4040* / BL4050F
*:Recommendedbattery
Charger DC40RA / DC40RB / DC40RC
• Someofthebatterycartridgesandchargerslistedabovemaynotbeavailabledependingonyourregionof
residence.
WARNING: Only use the battery cartridges and chargers listed above.Useofanyotherbatterycartridges
andchargersmaycauseinjuryand/orre.
Recommended cord connected power source
Portable power pack PDC01 / PDC1200
• Thecordconnectedpowersource(s)listedabovemaynotbeavailabledependingonyourregionofresidence.
• Beforeusingthecordconnectedpowersource,readinstructionandcautionarymarkingsonthem.
SAFETY WARNINGS
General power tool safety warnings
WARNING: Read all safety warnings, instruc-
tions, illustrations and specications provided
with this power tool. Failure to follow all instructions
listedbelowmayresultinelectricshock,reand/or
seriousinjury.
Save all warnings and instruc-
tions for future reference.
Theterm"powertool"inthewarningsreferstoyour
mains-operated(corded)powertoolorbattery-operated
(cordless) power tool.
Work area safety
1. Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or
dark areas invite accidents.
2. Do not operate power tools in explosive atmo-
spheres, such as in the presence of ammable
liquids, gases or dust. Power tools create sparks
whichmayignitethedustorfumes.
3. Keep children and bystanders away while
operating a power tool. Distractions can cause
youtolosecontrol.
Electrical Safety
1. Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never
modify the plug in any way. Do not use any
adapter plugs with earthed (grounded) power
tools. Unmodiedplugsandmatchingoutletswill
reduce risk of electric shock.
2. Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded
surfaces, such as pipes, radiators, ranges and
refrigerators. There is an increased risk of elec-
tricshockifyourbodyisearthedorgrounded.
3. Do not expose power tools to rain or wet con-
ditions. Water entering a power tool will increase
the risk of electric shock.
4. Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for
carrying, pulling or unplugging the power tool.
Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges
or moving parts. Damaged or entangled cords
increase the risk of electric shock.
5. When operating a power tool outdoors, use an
extension cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of
a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of
electric shock.

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6. If operating a power tool in a damp location is
unavoidable, use a ground fault circuit inter-
rupter (GFCI) protected supply. Use of a GFCI
reduces the risk of electric shock.
7. Power tools can produce electromagnetic
elds (EMF) that are not harmful to the user.
However, users of pacemakers and other similar
medical devices should contact the maker of their
device and/or doctor for advice before operating
this power tool.
Personal Safety
1. Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use
common sense when operating a power tool.
Do not use a power tool while you are tired or
under the inuence of drugs, alcohol or med-
ication. A moment of inattention while operating
powertoolsmayresultinseriouspersonalinjury.
2. Use personal protective equipment. Always
wear eye protection. Protective equipment such
asdustmask,non-skidsafetyshoes,hardhat,or
hearing protection used for appropriate conditions
willreducepersonalinjuries.
3. Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the
switch is in the o󰀨-position before connecting
to power source and/or battery pack, picking
up or carrying the tool.Carryingpowertoolswith
yourngerontheswitchorenergisingpowertools
that have the switch on invites accidents.
4. Remove any adjusting key or wrench before
turning the power tool on.Awrenchorakeyleft
attachedtoarotatingpartofthepowertoolmay
resultinpersonalinjury.
5. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and
balance at all times. This enables better control
of the power tool in unexpected situations.
6. Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or
jewellery. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves
away from moving parts.Looseclothes,jewel-
leryorlonghaircanbecaughtinmovingparts.
7. If devices are provided for the connection of
dust extraction and collection facilities, ensure
these are connected and properly used. Use of
dust collection can reduce dust-related hazards.
8. Do not let familiarity gained from frequent use
of tools allow you to become complacent and
ignore tool safety principles. A careless action
cancausesevereinjurywithinafractionofa
second.
9.
Always wear protective goggles to protect your
eyes from injury when using power tools. The
goggles must comply with ANSI Z87.1 in the USA.
It is an employer's responsibility to enforce the
use of appropriate safety protective equipment
by the tool operators and by other persons in
the immediate working area.
Power tool use and care
1. Do not force the power tool. Use the correct
power tool for your application. The correct
powertoolwilldothejobbetterandsaferatthe
rate for which it was designed.
2. Do not use the power tool if the switch does
not turn it on and o󰀨.Anypowertoolthatcannot
be controlled with the switch is dangerous and
must be repaired.
3. Disconnect the plug from the power source
and/or remove the battery pack, if detachable,
from the power tool before making any adjust-
ments, changing accessories, or storing power
tools.Suchpreventivesafetymeasuresreduce
theriskofstartingthepowertoolaccidentally.
4.
Store idle power tools out of the reach of children 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, break-
age of parts and any other condition that may
a󰀨ect the power tool’s operation. If damaged, 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 contact acci-
dentally occurs, ush with water. If liquid con-
tacts 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.

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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 Hedge Trimmer Safety
Warnings
1. Keep all parts of the body away from the blade.
Do not remove cut material or hold material
to be cut when blades are moving. Blades
continuetomoveaftertheswitchisturnedo󰀨.A
moment of inattention while operating the hedge
trimmermayresultinseriouspersonalinjury.
2. Carry the hedge trimmer by the handle with the
blade stopped and taking care not to operate
any power switch.Propercarryingofthehedge
trimmer will decrease the risk of inadvertent start-
ingandresultantpersonalinjuryfromtheblades.
3. When transporting or storing the hedge trim-
mer, always t the blade cover. Proper handling
of the hedge trimmer will decrease the risk of
personalinjuryfromtheblades.
4. When clearing jammed material or servicing
the unit, make sure all power switches are o󰀨
and the battery pack is removed or discon-
nected. Unexpected actuation of the hedge trim-
merwhileclearingjammedmaterialorservicing
mayresultinseriouspersonalinjury.
5.
Hold the hedge trimmer by insulated gripping
surfaces only, because the blade may contact
hidden wiring.Bladescontactinga"live"wiremay
make exposed metal parts of the hedge trimmer
"live" and could give the operator an electric shock.
6. Keep all power cords and cables away from
cutting area.Powercordsorcablesmaybehid-
deninhedgesorbushesandcanbeaccidentally
cutbytheblade.
7. Do not use the hedge trimmer in bad weather
conditions, especially when there is a risk of
lightning. This decreases the risk of being struck
bylightning.
Additional Safety Instructions
Preparation
1. Check the hedges and bushes for foreign
objects, such as wire fences or hidden wiring
before operating the tool.
2. The tool must not be used by children or
young persons under 18 years of age. Young
personsover16yearsofagemaybeexempted
fromthisrestrictioniftheyareundergoingtraining
under the supervision of an expert.
3. First-time users should have an experienced
user show them how to use the tool.
4. Use the tool only if you are in good physical
condition.Ifyouaretired,yourattentionwillbe
reduced.Beespeciallycarefulattheendofa
workingday.Performallworkcalmlyandcarefully.
The user is responsible for all damages to third
parties.
5. Never use the tool when under the inuence of
alcohol, drugs or medication.
6. Work gloves of stout leather are part of the
basic equipment of the tool and must always
be worn when working with it. Also wear
sturdy shoes with anti-skid soles.
7. Before starting work check to make sure that
the tool is in good and safe working order.
Ensure guards are tted properly. The tool
must not be used unless fully assembled.
Operation
1. Hold the tool rmly with both hands when
using the tool.
2. The tool is intended to be used by the operator
at ground level. Do not use the tool on ladders
or any other unstable support.
3. DANGER - Keep hands away from blade.
Contact with blade will result in serious personal
injury.
4. Make sure you have a secure footing before
starting operation.
5. Do not operate the tool at no-load
unnecessarily.
6. Immediately switch o󰀨 the tool and remove the
battery cartridge if the shear blades should
come into contact with a fence or other hard
object. Check the blades for damage, and if
damaged, replace the blades immediately.
7. Before checking the shear blades, taking care
of faults, or removing material caught in the
shear blades, always switch o󰀨 the tool and
remove the battery cartridge.
8. Never point the shear blades to yourself or
others.
9. If the blades stop moving due to the stuck of
foreign objects between the blades during
operation, switch o󰀨 the tool and remove the
battery cartridge, and then remove the foreign
objects using tools such as pliers. Removing
theforeignobjectsbyhandmaycauseaninjury
forthereasonthatthebladesmaymoveinreac-
tiontoremovingtheforeignobjects.
10. When you use the tool on muddy ground, wet
slope, or slippery place, pay attention to your
footing.
11. Do not submerge the tool into a puddle.
12. Do not leave the tool unattended outdoors in
the rain.
Electrical and battery safety
1. Avoid dangerous environment. Don't use the
tool in dump or wet locations or expose it to
rain. Water entering the tool will increase the risk
of electric shock.
2. Do not dispose of the battery(ies) in a re.
Thecellmayexplode.Checkwithlocalcodesfor
possible special disposal instructions.

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3. 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.
4. Do not charge battery in rain, or in wet
locations.
5. Do not charge the battery outdoors.
6. Do not handle charger, including charger plug,
and charger terminals with wet hands.
7. Do not replace the battery with wet hands.
8. Do not replace the battery in the rain.
9. 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.
10. After removing the battery from the tool or
charger, be sure to attach the battery cover to
the battery and store it in a dry place.
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.
Maintenance and storage
1. Switch o󰀨 the tool and remove the battery
cartridge before doing any maintenance work.
2. When moving the tool to another location,
including during work, always remove the
battery cartridge and put the blade cover on
the shear blades. Never carry or transport the
tool with the blades running. Never grasp the
blades with your hands.
3. Clean the tool and especially the shear blades
after use, and before putting the tool into stor-
age for extended periods. Lightly oil the blades
and put on the blade cover.
4. Store the tool with the blade cover on, in a dry
room. Keep it out of reach of children. Never
store the tool outdoors.
5. Do not dispose of the battery(ies) in a re. The
cell may explode. Check with local codes for
possible special disposal instructions.
6. 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.
7. When storing the tool, avoid direct sunlight
and rain, and store it in a place where it does
not get hot or humid.
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.
WARNING: Use of this product can create
dust containing chemicals which may cause
respiratory or other illnesses. Some examples of
these chemicals are compounds found in pesti-
cides, insecticides, fertilizers and herbicides.
Your risk from these exposures varies, depending
on how often you do this type of work. To reduce
your exposure to these chemicals: work in a well
ventilated area, and work with approved safety
equipment, such as those dust masks that are spe-
cially designed to lter out microscopic particles.
Symbols
Thefollowingsshowthesymbolsusedfortool.
volts
direct current
no load speed
revolutions or reciprocation per minute
Important safety instructions for
battery cartridge
1. Before using battery cartridge, read all instruc-
tions and cautionary markings on (1) battery char-
ger, (2) battery, and (3) product using battery.
2. Do not disassemble or tamper 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, 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.

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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.
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 immediately
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 a high-voltage elec-
trical 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 cartridge.
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.
2 3
1
1
Fig.1
►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as
showninthegure,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
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.2
►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.
Tool / battery protection system
Thetoolisequippedwithatool/batteryprotection
system.Thissystemautomaticallycutso󰀨powerto
themotortoextendtoolandbatterylife.Thetoolwill
automaticallystopduringoperationifthetoolisplaced
under one of the following conditions:
1
Fig.3
►1. Caution lamp
Caution lamp Status
Color On Blinking
Green Overload
Red (tool) / (battery) Overheat
Red Over
discharge
NOTICE: Depending on the usage conditions,
the tool automatically stops without any indica-
tion if the branches or debris are entangled in the
tool. In this case, switch o󰀨 the tool and remove
the battery cartridge, and then remove entangled
branches or debris using tools such as pliers.
After removing the branches or debris, install the
battery cartridge and turn on the tool again.
Overload protection
Ifthetoolorbatteryisoverloadedbyentangled
branchesorotherdebris,thetoolautomaticallystops
and the caution lamp starts blinking in green.
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 for tool or battery
Ifthetoolorbatterycartridgeisoverheated,thetoolstops
automatically.Whenthetoolisoverheated,thecaution
lamplightsupinred.Whenthebatterycartridgeisover-
heated, the caution lamp blinks in red. Let the tool and/or
batterycooldownbeforeturningthetoolonagain.
Overdischarge protection
Whenthebatterycapacitybecomeslow,thetoolstops
automaticallyandthecautionlampstartsblinkinginred.
If the tool does not operate even when the switches are
operated,removethebatterycartridgefromthetooland
charge it.

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Protections against other causes
Protectionsystemisalsodesignedforothercausesthatcould
damagethetoolandallowsthetooltostopautomatically.
Take all the following steps to clear the causes, when the tool
hasbeenbroughttoatemporaryhaltorstopinoperation.
1. Turnthetool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.
Ifnoimprovementcanbefoundbyrestoringprotection
system,thencontactyourlocalMakitaServiceCenter.
Power switch action
WARNING: For your safety, this tool is equipped
with lever which prevents the tool from unintended
starting. NEVER use the tool if it runs when you
simply pull the switch triggers without pressing the
lever. Return the tool to our authorized service center
for proper repairs BEFORE further usage.
WARNING: NEVER tape down or defeat pur-
pose and function of the lever.
WARNING: Before installing the battery car-
tridge on the tool, always check to see that the
switch triggers and lever actuate properly and return
to the "OFF" position when released. Operating a tool
withaswitchthatdoesnotactuateproperlycanleadto
lossofcontrolandseriouspersonalinjury.
CAUTION: Never put your nger on the
switch triggers when carrying.Thetoolmaystart
unintentionallyandcauseinjury.
NOTICE: Do not pull the switch trigger hard without
pressing the lever. This can cause switch breakage.
Pressthemainpowerbuttontoturnonthetool.Toturno󰀨thetool,
pressandholdthemainpowerbuttonuntilthespeedindicatorsgoo󰀨.
1
Fig.4
►1. Main power button
NOTE: The caution lamp brinks if the switch trigger
is pulled under unoperatable conditions. The caution
lampblinksifyouturnonthemainpowerswitchwhile
holding down the lever and the switch trigger.
NOTE:
Thistoolemploystheautopower-o󰀨function.To
avoid unintentional start up, the main power switch will auto-
maticallyshutdownwhentheswitchtriggerisnotpulledfor
a certain period after the main power switch is turned on.
Topreventtheswitchtriggerfrombeingaccidentally
pulled, the lever is provided. To start the tool, pull the
front switch trigger, and then pull the rear switch trigger
whilepressingthelever.Whenyoureleaseeitherofthe
switch triggers, the tool stops.
2
1
3
Fig.5
►1. Lever 2. Rear switch trigger 3. Front switch
trigger
Speed adjusting
Youcanadjustthetoolspeedbypressingthemain
powerbutton.Eachtimeyoupressthemainpower
button, the level of speed changes.
2
1
Fig.6
►1. Speed indicator 2. Main power button
Speed indicator Mode Stroke speed
High 5,000 /min
Medium 3,600 /min
Low 2,000 /min

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Reverse button for debris removal
WARNING: If the entangled branches or debris
cannot be removed by the reverse function, switch o󰀨
the tool and remove the battery cartridge, and then
remove the entangled branches or debris using tools
such as pliers.Failuretoswitcho󰀨thetoolandremove
thebatterycartridgemayresultinseriouspersonal
injuryfromaccidentalstart-up.Removingtheentangled
branchesordebrisbyhandmaycauseaninjury,since
theshearbladesmaymoveinreactiontoremovingthem.
This tool has a reverse button to change the direction
ofshearbladesmovement.Itisonlyforremoving
branches and debris entangled in the tool.
To reverse the shear blades movement, press the reverse
button when the shear blades have stopped, then pull the
front switch trigger, and then pull the rear switch trigger
while pressing the lever. The speed indicators start blink-
ing, and the shear blades move in reverse direction.
When entangled branches and debris are removed,
the tool returns to the regular movement and the speed
indicators stop blinking and light up.
2
1
Fig.7
►1. Speed indicator 2. Reverse button
NOTE:
If the entangled branches or debris cannot be
removed, release the switch triggers, then press the reverse
button,andthenpulltheswitchtriggersuntiltheyareremoved.
NOTE:Ifyoutapthereversebuttonwhiletheshear
blades are still moving, the tool comes to stop and to
bereadyforreversemovement.
Electronic function
The tool is equipped with the electronic functions for
easyoperation.
• Constant speed control
The speed control function provides the constant
rotation speed regardless of load conditions.
• Electric brake
This tool is equipped with an electric brake. If the
toolconsistentlyfailstoquicklystoptheshear
blades after releasing the switch trigger, have the
tool serviced at Makita Authorized Service Center.
• Accidental re-start preventive function
Evenifyouinstallthebatterycartridgewhilepull-
ing the switch trigger, the tool does not start. To
startthetool,rstreleasetheswitchtrigger,and
then pull the switch trigger.
ASSEMBLY
CAUTION: Always be sure that the tool is
switched o󰀨 and the battery cartridge is removed
before carrying out any work on the tool.
CAUTION: When replacing the shear blades,
always wear gloves so that your hands do not
directly contact the blades.
NOTICE: When replacing the shear blades, do
not wipe o󰀨 grease from the gear and crank.
Installing or removing the shear
blades
CAUTION: Attach the blade cover before
removing or installing the shear blades.
You can install 600 mm (23-5/8") or 750 mm (29-1/2")
shearbladestoyourtool.
NOTE:Ifyouchangetheshearbladestoadi󰀨erent
length,replacethechipreceiverwithonewhichts
the blades.
1. Removefourscrews(forGHU04)orvescrews
(for GHU05), and then remove the chip receiver from
the tool.
For GHU04
2
1
Fig.8
►1. Chip receiver 2. Screw
For GHU05
2
1
Fig.9
►1. Chip receiver 2. Screw

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2. Place the tool upside down, and then remove six
bolts.
1
Fig.10
►1. Bolt
3. Remove the cover and the plate.
1
2
Fig.11
►1. Cover 2. Plate
NOTE:Theplatemayremainonthecover.
4. Remove the rod and the bearing.
1
2
Fig.12
►1. Rod 2. Bearing
NOTE:Therodorbearingmayremainonthecover.
5. Remove three screws, three sleeves and the felt
pad, and then remove the shear blades.
2
1
3
4
Fig.13
►1. Screw 2. Sleeve 3. Felt pad 4. Shear blades
NOTICE: Be careful not to lose the screws.
6. Remove the blade cover, and then attach it to the
new shear blades.
Fig.14
7. Adjustthecranksothattwoholesarelinedupon
the alignment line.
1
2
Fig.15
►1. Hole 2. Alignment line

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8. Aligntheprotrusionsontheshearbladesvertically
at the same position.
1
Fig.16
►1. Protrusion
9. Insert the screw removed in step 5 into the holes
onthebladecoverandtheshearbladestotemporarily
xtheshearblades,andthenattachthefeltpadtothe
shear blades.
1
2
3
Fig.17
►1. Screw 2. Felt pad 3. Hole
10. Insert the protrusion on the shear blades to the
hole on the rod, then align the position of the felt pad
with the holes on the tool. Attach two new sleeves.
12
3
4
Fig.18
►1. Felt pad 2. Protrusion 3. Hole 4. Sleeve
NOTICE: Apply a small amount of grease to the
inner periphery of the hole of the rod.
NOTICE: Be careful not to lose the sleeves.
11. Align the holes on the sleeves and shear blades
with the holes on the tool, and then tighten two screws
totemporarilyxtheshearblades.
1
Fig.19
►1. Screw

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12. Remove the screw inserted into the hole on the
shear blades in step 9, and then slide the blade cover.
1
Fig.20
►1. Screw
13. Attach a new sleeve.
1
Fig.21
►1. Sleeve
14. Tightenthescrewtogetherwiththesleevetox
the shear blades.
1
Fig.22
►1. Screw
15. Firmlytightenthescrewswhichweretemporarily
xedinstep11.
16. Attach the bearing and the rod.
1
2
3
Fig.23
►1. Rod 2. Small hole 3. Bearing
NOTICE: Apply a small amount of grease to the
inner periphery of the small hole of the rod.
NOTICE: Make sure that the protrusion on the
shear blades ts in the small hole on the rod.
17. Attach the plate.
1
2
Fig.24
►1. Protrusion 2. Plate
NOTICE: Make sure that the protrusion on the
shear blades ts in the hole on the plate.
18. Attach the cover, and then tighten six bolts.
1
2
Fig.25
►1. Bolt 2. Cover

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19. Attachthechipreceivertothetoolbytightening
fourscrews(forGHU04)orvescrews(forGHU05).
For GHU04
2
1
Fig.26
►1. Chip receiver 2. Screw
For GHU05
2
1
Fig.27
►1. Chip receiver 2. Screw
NOTICE: If the shear blades do not move
smoothly, the shear blades are not engaged with
the rods properly. Install the shear blades again.
NOTICE: If the parts other than the shear
blades such as the rods are worn out, ask Makita
Authorized Service Centers for parts replacement
or repairs.
Removing or installing the chip
receiver
CAUTION: When installing or removing the
chip receiver, always wear gloves so that your
hands do not directly contact the shear blades.
The chip receiver gathers discarded leaves and makes
clean-up afterward much easier.
To remove the chip receiver, remove four screws (for
GHU04)orvescrews(forGHU05),andthenremove
the chip receiver from the tool. To install the chip
receiver, follow the removal procedure in reverse.
For GHU04
2
1
Fig.28
►1. Chip receiver 2. Screw
For GHU05
2
1
Fig.29
►1. Chip receiver 2. Screw
OPERATION
WARNING: Keep hands away from shear
blades.
CAUTION: Avoid operating the tool in very
hot weather as much as practicable. When operat-
ing the tool, be careful of your physical condition.
CAUTION: Be careful not to accidentally
contact a metal fence or other hard objects while
trimming.Theshearbladesmaybreakandcause
aninjury.
CAUTION: Be careful not to allow the shear
blades to contact the ground.Thetoolmayrecoil
andcauseaninjury.
CAUTION: Overreaching with a hedge trim-
mer, particularly from a ladder, is extremely
dangerous.Donotworkwhilestandingonanything
wobblyorinrm.

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NOTICE: Do not attempt to cut branches thicker
than 10 mm (3/8") in diameter with the tool. Cut
branches to 10 cm (4") lower than the cutting height
using branch cutters before using the tool.
(1)
(2)
Fig.30
►(1) Cutting height (2) 10 cm (4")
NOTICE: Do not cut down dead trees or similar
hard objects.Doingsomaydamagethetool.
NOTICE: Do not trim the grass or weeds while
using the shear blades.Theshearbladesmay
become tangled in the grass or weeds.
Holdthefrontgripwithyourrighthandandthereargrip
withyourlefthand.Pullthefrontswitchtrigger,thenpull
the rear switch trigger while pressing the lever, and then
move the tool forward.
Fig.31
For basic operation, tilt the shear blades toward the
trimmingdirectionandmoveitcalmlyandslowlyatthe
speed rate of 3 to 4 seconds per meter.
Fig.32
Tocutahedgetopevenly,tieastringatthedesired
height and trim along it.
Fig.33
The chip receiver gathers discarded leaves and makes
clean-up afterward much easier.
Fig.34
Tocutahedgesideevenly,cutfromthebottomtotop.
Fig.35
When trimming to make a round shape (trimming boxwood or rho-
dodendron,etc.),trimfromtheroottothetopforabeautifulnish.
Fig.36

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MAINTENANCE
CAUTION: Always be sure that the tool is
switched o󰀨 and the battery cartridge is removed
before attempting to perform inspection or
maintenance.
To maintain product SAFETY and RELIABILITY,
repairs,anyothermaintenanceoradjustmentshould
beperformedbyMakitaAuthorizedorFactoryService
Centers,alwaysusingMakitareplacementparts.
Cleaning the tool
Cleanthetoolbywipingo󰀨dustwithadryclothorone
dippedinsoapywaterandwrungout.
NOTICE: Never use gasoline, benzine, thinner,
alcohol or the like. Discoloration, deformation or
cracks may result.
Shear blade maintenance
Before the operation or once per hour during operation,
applylow-viscosityoil(machineoil,orspray-typelubri-
cating oil) to the shear blades.
Fig.37
After operation, remove dust from the shear blades with a wired
brush,wipeito󰀨withaclothandthenapplylow-viscosityoil
(machineoil,orspray-typelubricatingoil)totheshearblades.
Fig.38
NOTICE: Do not wash the shear blades in water.
Doingsomaycauserustordamagetothetool.
NOTICE: Dirt and corrosion cause excessive
blade friction and shorten the operating time per
battery charge.
Storage
The hook hole in the tool bottom is convenient for hang-
ing the tool from a nail or screw on the wall.
Removethebatterycartridgefromthetool,andthen
attach the blade cover to the shear blades so that the
blades are not exposed. Store the tool out of the reach
of children. Store the tool in a place not exposed to
moisture or rain.
1
Fig.39
►1. Hole
Grinding the shear blades
NOTICE: If the shear blades have considerably
deformed by grinding, replace the shear blades
with new ones.
1. Installthebatterycartridgetothetool.
2. Turn on and start the tool so that the upper blade
andlowerbladearepositionedalternately.
Fig.40
3. Turno󰀨thetoolandremovethebatterycartridge
from the tool.

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4. Settheangleofaleto45°,andgrindtheupper
bladefrom3directionswiththele.
1
2
Fig.41
►(1) File (2) 45°
CAUTION: Before grinding the shear blades,
make sure that the tool is switched o󰀨 and the
battery cartridge is removed from the tool.
5. Place the tool upside down, and then remove the
burrs from the shear blades with the dressing stone.
1
Fig.42
►1. Dressing stone
6. Settheangleoftheleto45°,andgrindthelower
bladefrom3directionswiththele.
7. Return the tool to normal position, and then
remove the burrs from the shear blades with the dress-
ing stone.
Grease lubrication
Interval of lubrication:Every50operatinghours
1. Remove the bolt from the hole for lubrication.
1
Fig.43
►1. Bolt
2. Remove the cap from the grease vessel. Align the
outlet of the grease vessel with the hole on the cover,
and then press the outlet of the grease vessel onto the
hole.
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Fig.44
►1. Grease vessel 2. Hole
3. Applythegreasetothetool(Approximately5g
(0.2 oz) as a guide).
4. Tighten the bolt.

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TROUBLESHOOTING
Beforeaskingforrepairs,conductyourowninspectionrst.Ifyoundaproblemthatisnotexplainedinthemanual,
donotattempttodismantlethetool.Instead,askMakitaAuthorizedServiceCenters,alwaysusingMakitareplace-
ment parts for repairs.
State of abnormality Probable cause (malfunction) Remedy
Motor does not run. Batterycartridgeisnotinstalled. Installthebatterycartridge.
Batteryproblem(undervoltage) Rechargethebattery.Ifrechargingisnote󰀨ective,
replacebattery.
Thedrivesystemdoesnotwork
correctly.
Askyourlocalauthorizedservicecenterforrepair.
Motor stops running after a little use. Battery'schargelevelislow. Rechargethebattery.Ifrechargingisnote󰀨ective,
replacebattery.
Overheating. Stop using of tool to allow it to cool down.
Tool does not reach maximum RPM. Batteryisinstalledimproperly. Installthebatterycartridgeasdescribedinthis
manual.
Batterypowerisdropping. Rechargethebattery.Ifrechargingisnote󰀨ective,
replacebattery.
Thedrivesystemdoesnotwork
correctly.
Askyourlocalauthorizedservicecenterforrepair.
Shear blades do not move:
stopthemachineimmediately!
Foreignobjectsarecaughtbetweenthe
shear blades.
1. Use the reverse button.
2.Switcho󰀨thetoolandremovethebatterycar-
tridge,andthenremovetheforeignobjectsusing
tools such as pliers.
Thedrivesystemdoesnotwork
correctly.
Askyourlocalauthorizedservicecenterforrepair.
Abnormal vibration:
stopthemachineimmediately!
Shear blades are broken, bent or worn. Replace the shear blades.
Thedrivesystemdoesnotwork
correctly.
Askyourlocalauthorizedservicecenterforrepair.
Shear blades and motor cannot stop:
Removethebatteryimmediately!
Electric malfunction. Removethebatteryandaskyourlocalauthorized
service center for repair.
OPTIONAL
ACCESSORIES
CAUTION: These accessories or attachments
are recommended for use with your Makita tool
specied in this manual.Theuseofanyother
accessories or attachments might present a risk of
injurytopersons.Onlyuseaccessoryorattachment
for its stated purpose.
Ifyouneedanyassistanceformoredetailsregard-
ingtheseaccessories,askyourlocalMakitaService
Center.
• Shearbladeassembly
• Chip receiver
• Grease vessel
• Makitagenuinebatteryandcharger
NOTE:Someitemsinthelistmaybeincludedinthe
toolpackageasstandardaccessories.Theymay
di󰀨erfromcountrytocountry.
MAKITA LIMITED WARRANTY
Pleaserefertotheannexedwarrantysheetforthe
mostcurrentwarrantytermsapplicabletothisproduct.
Ifannexedwarrantysheetisnotavailable,refertothe
warrantydetailssetforthatbelowwebsiteforyour
respectivecountry.
United States of America: www.makitatools.com
Canada: www.makita.ca
Other countries: www.makita.com

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ESPAÑOL (Instrucciones originales)
ESPECIFICACIONES
Modelo: GHU04 GHU05
Longitud de la cuchilla 600mm(23-5/8″) 750mm(29-1/2″)
Carreras por minuto 2 000 cpm / 3 600 cpm / 5 000 cpm
Longitud total 1085mm(42-3/4″) 1225mm(48-1/4″)
Tensión nominal 36 V - 40 V c.c. máx.
Peso neto 3,9 kg - 4,5 kg (8,6 lbs - 9,9 lbs)
4,0 kg - 4,7 kg (8,8 lbs - 10,4 lbs)
• Debidoanuestrocontinuoprogramadeinvestigaciónydesarrollo,lasespecicacionesaquíincluidasestán
sujetasacambiosinprevioaviso.
• Lasespecicacionespuedenvariardepaísapaís.
• Elpesopuedevariarenfuncióndelosaccesorios,incluidoelcartuchodebatería.Enlatablasemuestrala
combinacióndepesomásligeroymáspesadoconformealprocedimiento01/2014deEPTA.
Cartucho de batería y cargador aplicables
Cartuchodebatería BL4020* / BL4025* / BL4040* / BL4050F
*:Bateríarecomendada
Cargador DC40RA / DC40RB / DC40RC
• Algunosdeloscartuchosdebateríaycargadoresenumeradosarribapodríannoestardisponiblesdepen-
diendo de su área de residencia.
ADVERTENCIA: Use únicamente los cartuchos de batería y los cargadores indicados arriba. El uso de
cualquierotrocartuchodebateríaycargadorpodríaocasionarunalesióny/ounincendio.
Fuente de alimentación conectada por cable recomendada
Unidad portátil de alimentación eléctrica PDC01 / PDC1200
• Laolasfuentesdealimentaciónconectadasporcableenumeradasarribapodríannoestardisponiblesdepen-
diendo de su área de residencia.
•
Antes de utilizar la fuente de alimentación conectada por cable, lea las instrucciones e indicaciones de precaución sobre ellas.
ADVERTENCIAS DE
SEGURIDAD
Advertencias generales de seguridad
para herramientas eléctricas
ADVERTENCIA: Lea todas las advertencias
de seguridad, instrucciones, ilustraciones y espe-
cicaciones suministradas con esta herramienta
eléctrica. El no seguir todas las instrucciones indi-
cadasacontinuaciónpodríaocasionarunadescarga
eléctrica,incendioy/olesionesgraves.
Conserve todas las advertencias
e instrucciones como referencia
en el futuro.
En las advertencias, el término “herramienta eléctrica” se
reereasuherramientaeléctricadefuncionamientocon
conexión a la red eléctrica (con cableado eléctrico) o herra-
mientaeléctricadefuncionamientoabatería(inalámbrica).
Seguridad en el área de trabajo
1. Mantenga el área de trabajo limpia y bien ilu-
minada. Las áreas oscuras o desordenadas son
propensas a accidentes.
2. No utilice las herramientas eléctricas en
atmósferas explosivas, tal como en la presen-
cia de líquidos, gases o polvo inamables. Las
herramientas eléctricas crean chispas que pueden
prender fuego al polvo o los humos.
3. Mantenga a los niños y curiosos alejados
mientras utiliza una herramienta eléctrica. Las
distracciones le pueden hacer perder el control.
Seguridad eléctrica
1. Las clavijas de conexión de las herramientas
eléctricas deberán encajar perfectamente en la
toma de corriente. No modique nunca la cla-
vija de conexión de ninguna forma. No utilice
ninguna clavija adaptadora con herramientas
eléctricas que tengan conexión a tierra (puesta
a tierra). Lautilizacióndeclavijasnomodica-
dasyqueencajenperfectamenteenlatomade
corriente reducirá el riesgo de que se produzca
una descarga eléctrica.

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2.
Evite tocar con el cuerpo supercies conecta-
das a tierra o puestas a tierra tales como tubos,
radiadores, cocinas y refrigeradores. Si su cuerpo
es puesto a tierra o conectado a tierra existirá un
mayorriesgodequesufraunadescargaeléctrica.
3. No exponga las herramientas eléctricas a la
lluvia ni a condiciones húmedas. La entrada de
agua en una herramienta eléctrica aumentará el
riesgo de que se produzca una descarga eléctrica.
4. No maltrate el cable. Nunca utilice el cable
para transportar, jalar o desconectar la herra-
mienta eléctrica. Mantenga el cable alejado del
calor, aceite, objetos cortantes o piezas móvi-
les. Los cables dañados o enredados aumentan
el riesgo de sufrir una descarga eléctrica.
5.
Cuando utilice una herramienta eléctrica en
exteriores, utilice un cable de extensión apro-
piado para uso en exteriores. La utilización de un
cable apropiado para uso en exteriores reducirá el
riesgo de que se produzca una descarga eléctrica.
6. Si no es posible evitar usar una herramienta
eléctrica en condiciones húmedas, utilice un
alimentador protegido con interruptor de cir-
cuito de falla a tierra (ICFT). El uso de un ICFT
reduce el riesgo de descarga eléctrica.
7. Las herramientas eléctricas pueden producir
campos electromagnéticos (CEM) que no son
dañinos para el usuario. Sin embargo, si los
usuariostienenmarcapasosyotrosdispositivos
médicos similares, deberán consultar al fabricante
desudispositivoy/oasumédicoantesdeoperar
esta herramienta eléctrica.
Seguridad personal
1. Manténgase alerta, preste atención a lo que
está haciendo y utilice su sentido común
cuando opere una herramienta eléctrica. No
utilice una herramienta eléctrica cuando esté
cansado o bajo la inuencia de drogas, alco-
hol o medicamentos. Un momento de distracción
mientras opera las herramientas eléctricas puede
terminar en una lesión grave.
2. Use equipo de protección personal. Póngase
siempre protección para los ojos. El equipo
protector tal como máscara contra el polvo, zapa-
tosdeseguridadantiderrapantes,cascorígidoy
protecciónparaoídosutilizadoenlascondiciones
apropiadas reducirá el riesgo de lesiones.
3.
Impida el encendido accidental. Asegúrese
de que el interruptor esté en la posición de
apagado antes de conectar a la alimentación
eléctrica y/o de colocar el cartucho de batería,
así como al levantar o cargar la herramienta.
Cargar las herramientas eléctricas con su dedo
en el interruptor o enchufarlas con el interruptor
encendido hace que los accidentes sean comunes.
4. Retire cualquier llave de ajuste o llave de
apriete antes de encender la herramienta. Una
llavedeajusteollavedeaprietequehayasido
dejadapuestaenunapartegiratoriadelaherra-
mienta eléctrica puede ocasionar alguna lesión.
5. No utilice la herramienta donde no alcance.
Mantenga los pies sobre suelo rme y el equi-
librio en todo momento.Estopermiteunmejor
control de la herramienta eléctrica en situaciones
inesperadas.
6. Use una vestimenta apropiada. No use ropa
suelta ni alhajas. Mantenga el cabello, la ropa
y los guantes alejados de las piezas móviles.
Lasprendasdevestirholgadas,lasalhajasy
elcabellolargosueltopodríanengancharseen
estas piezas móviles.
7.
Si dispone de dispositivos para la conexión de
equipos de extracción y recolección de polvo,
asegúrese de conectarlos y utilizarlos debida-
mente. Hacer uso de la recolección de polvo puede
reducir los riesgos relacionados con el polvo.
8. No permita que la familiaridad adquirida
debido al uso frecuente de las herramientas
haga que se sienta conado e ignore los prin-
cipios de seguridad de las herramientas. Un
descuidopodríaocasionarunalesióngraveen
una fracción de segundo.
9. Utilice siempre gafas protectoras para prote-
ger sus ojos de lesiones al usar herramientas
eléctricas. Las gafas deben cumplir con la
Norma ANSI Z87.1 en EUA.
Es responsabilidad del empleador imponer
el uso de equipos protectores de seguridad
apropiados a los operadores de la herramienta
y demás personas cerca del área de trabajo.
Mantenimiento y uso de la herramienta eléctrica
1. No fuerce la herramienta eléctrica. Utilice la
herramienta eléctrica correcta para su aplica-
ción. La herramienta eléctrica adecuada hará un
mejortrabajoydeformamásseguraalaveloci-
dad para la que ha sido fabricada.
2. No utilice la herramienta eléctrica si el inte-
rruptor no la enciende y apaga. Cualquier
herramienta eléctrica que no pueda ser contro-
ladaconelinterruptorespeligrosaydebeser
reemplazada.
3. Desconecte la clavija de la fuente de alimen-
tación y/o retire la batería de la herramienta
eléctrica, en caso de ser removible, antes de
realizar ajustes, cambiar accesorios o almace-
nar las herramientas eléctricas. Tales medidas
de seguridad preventivas reducirán el riesgo
de poner en marcha la herramienta eléctrica de
forma accidental.
4. Guarde la herramienta eléctrica que no use
fuera del alcance de los niños y no permita
que las personas que no están familiarizadas
con ella o con las instrucciones la operen. Las
herramientas eléctricas son peligrosas en manos
de personas que no saben operarlas.
5. Dé mantenimiento a las herramientas eléctri-
cas y los accesorios. Compruebe que no haya
piezas móviles desalineadas o estancadas,
piezas rotas y cualquier otra condición que
pueda afectar al funcionamiento de la herra-
mienta eléctrica. Si la herramienta eléctrica
está dañada, haga que la reparen antes de
utilizarla. Muchos de los accidentes son ocasio-
nados por no dar un mantenimiento adecuado a
las herramientas eléctricas.
6. Mantenga las herramientas de corte limpias
y losas. Si recibe un mantenimiento adecuado
ytienelosbordesalados,esprobablequela
herramientaseatasquemenosyseamásfácil
controlarla.

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7.
Utilice la herramienta eléctrica, los accesorios y
las brocas de acuerdo con estas instrucciones,
considerando las condiciones laborales y el tra-
bajo a realizar. Si utiliza la herramienta eléctrica
para realizar operaciones distintas de las indica-
das, podrá presentarse una situación peligrosa.
8. Mantenga los mangos y supercies de asi-
miento secos, limpios y libres de aceite o
grasa.Losmangosysuperciesdeasimiento
resbalosos no permiten una manipulación segura
ni el control de la herramienta en situaciones
inesperadas.
9. Cuando vaya a utilizar esta herramienta, evite
usar guantes de trabajo de tela ya que éstos
podrían atorarse.Silosguantesdetrabajode
tela llegaran a atorarse en las piezas móviles,
estopodríaocasionarlesionespersonales.
Uso y cuidado de la herramienta a batería
1. Recargue sólo con el cargador especicado
por el fabricante. Un cargador que es adecuado
paraunsolotipodebateríapuedegenerarriesgo
deincendioalserutilizadoconotrabatería.
2. Utilice las herramientas eléctricas solamente
con las baterías designadas especícamente
para ellas.Lautilizacióndecualquierotrabatería
puede crear un riesgo de lesiones o incendio.
3. Cuando no se esté usando la batería, mantén-
gala alejada de otros objetos metálicos, como
sujetapapeles (clips), monedas, llaves, clavos,
tornillos u otros objetos pequeños de metal
los cuales pueden actuar creando una cone-
xión entre las terminales de la batería. Originar
un cortocircuito en las terminales puede causar
quemaduras o incendios.
4. En condiciones abusivas, podrá escapar
líquido de la batería; evite tocarlo. Si lo toca
accidentalmente, enjuague con agua. Si hay
contacto del líquido con los ojos, busque asis-
tencia médica.Puedequeellíquidoexpulsado
delabateríacauseirritaciónoquemaduras.
5. No utilice una herramienta ni una batería que
estén dañadas o hayan sido modicadas. Las
bateríasdañadasomodicadaspodríanoca-
sionar una situación inesperada provocando un
incendio, explosión o riesgo de lesiones.
6. No exponga la herramienta ni la batería al
fuego ni a una temperatura excesiva. La expo-
sición al fuego o a una temperatura superior a los
130°Cpodríacausarunaexplosión.
7. Siga todas las instrucciones para la carga y
evite cargar la herramienta o la batería fuera
del rango de temperatura especicado en
las instrucciones. Una carga inadecuada o a
unatemperaturafueradelrangoespecicado
podríadañarlabateríaeincrementarelriesgode
incendio.
Servicio
1. Haga que una persona calicada repare la
herramienta eléctrica utilizando sólo piezas de
repuesto idénticas. Esto asegura que se man-
tenga la seguridad de la herramienta eléctrica.
2. Nunca dé servicio a baterías que estén daña-
das.Elservicioalasbateríassolamentedeberá
ser efectuado por el fabricante o un agente de
servicio autorizado.
3. Siga las instrucciones para la lubricación y
cambio de accesorios.
4. No modique ni intente reparar el aparato ni el
paquete de baterías salvo como se indique en
las instrucciones para el uso y cuidado.
Advertencias de seguridad para el
cortasetos inalámbrico
1. Mantenga todas las partes del cuerpo alejadas
de la cuchilla. No retire el material cortado ni
sostenga el material que va a cortar cuando
las cuchillas estén en movimiento. Las cuchi-
llas continúan moviéndose después de apagar el
interruptor. Un momento de distracción mientras
operaelcortasetospodríaocasionarlesiones
personales graves.
2. Cargue el cortasetos por el mango y con la
cuchilla parada, teniendo cuidado de no ope-
rar ningún interruptor de alimentación. Cargar
adecuadamente el cortasetos disminuirá el riesgo
dequearranqueinesperadamente,yqueresulte
en una lesión personal por las cuchillas.
3. Cuando transporte o almacene el cortasetos,
siempre coloque la cubierta de las cuchillas.
La manipulación adecuada del cortasetos dismi-
nuirá el riesgo de lesiones personales ocasiona-
das por las cuchillas.
4. Cuando despeje material atascado o dé mante-
nimiento a la unidad, asegúrese de que todos
los interruptores de alimentación estén apa-
gados y que la batería se haya extraído o esté
desconectada. El accionamiento inesperado del
cortasetosmientrassedespejamaterialatascado
oaldarmantenimientopodríaresultarenlesiones
personales graves.
5.
Sujete el cortasetos por las supercies de asi-
miento aisladas solamente, ya que la cuchilla
podría entrar en contacto con cableado oculto.
Las cuchillas que entren en contacto con un cable con
corriente podrán hacer que la corriente circule por las
partes metálicas expuestas del cortasetos, pudiendo
ocasionar una descarga eléctrica al operador.
6. Mantenga todos los cables de alimentación
y otros cables alejados del área de corte. Los
cablesdealimentaciónuotroscablespodrían
estarocultosensetosoarbustos,ypodríanser
cortados accidentalmente por la cuchilla.
7. No utilice el cortasetos en condiciones de mal
clima, especialmente cuando exista riesgo de
rayos.Estodisminuyeelriesgodesergolpeado
porunrayo.
Instrucciones adicionales de seguridad
Preparación
1. Antes de operar la herramienta, revise los
setos y arbustos para ver que no haya objetos
extraños, tales como cercas de alambre o
cableado oculto.
2. La herramienta no deberá ser utilizada por
niños ni por personas menores de 18 años.
Esta restricción podrá pasarse por alto para per-
sonasmayoresde16añossiemprequerecibanla
capacitacióncorrespondientebajolasupervisión
de un experto.