Makita RT001GZ18 User manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Cordless Trimmer
RT001G
ENGLISH: Original instructions
Read before use.

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SPECIFICATIONS
Model: RT001G
Collet chuck capacity 6 mm, 8 mm, or 1/4″
No load speed 10,000 - 31,000 min-1
Overall height with BL4025 245 mm
with BL4040 251 mm
Rated voltage D.C. 36 V - 40 V max
Net weight 2.2 - 2.5 kg
• 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 BL4020 / BL4025 / BL4040
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.
Symbols
The followings show the symbols which may be used
for the equipment. Be sure that you understand their
meaning before use.
Read instruction manual.
Wear safety glasses.
Ni-MH
Li-ion
Only for EU countries
Due to the presence of hazardous com-
ponents in the equipment, waste electrical
and electronic equipment, accumulators
and batteries may have a negative impact
on the environment and human health.
Do not dispose of electrical and electronic
appliances or batteries with household
waste!
In accordance with the European Directive
on waste electrical and electronic equip-
ment and on accumulators and batteries
and waste accumulators and batteries,
as well as their adaptation to national law,
waste electrical equipment, batteries and
accumulators should be stored separately
and delivered to a separate collection point
for municipal waste, operating in accor-
dance with the regulations on environmen-
tal protection.
This is indicated by the symbol of the
crossed-out wheeled bin placed on the
equipment.
Intended use
The tool is intended for ush trimming and proling of
wood, plastic and similar materials.
Noise
The typical A-weighted noise level determined accord-
ing to EN62841-2-17:
Work mode: rotation without load
Sound pressure level (LpA) : 81 dB(A)
Sound power level (LWA) : 92 dB (A)
Uncertainty (K) : 3 dB(A)
NOTE: The declared noise emission value(s) has
been measured in accordance with a standard test
method and may be used for comparing one tool with
another.
NOTE: The declared noise emission value(s)
may also be used in a preliminary assessment of
exposure.
WARNING: Wear ear protection.
WARNING: The noise emission during actual
use of the power tool can di󰀨er from the declared
value(s) depending on the ways in which the
tool is used especially what kind of workpiece is
processed.
WARNING: Be sure to identify safety mea-
sures to protect the operator that are based on an
estimation of exposure in the actual conditions of
use (taking account of all parts of the operating
cycle such as the times when the tool is switched
o󰀨 and when it is running idle in addition to the
trigger time).

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Vibration
The vibration total value (tri-axial vector sum) deter-
mined according to EN62841-2-17:
Work mode: rotation without load
Vibration emission (ah) : 2.5 m/s2or less
Uncertainty (K) : 1.5 m/s2
NOTE: The declared vibration total value(s) has been
measured in accordance with a standard test method
and may be used for comparing one tool with another.
NOTE: The declared vibration total value(s) may also
be used in a preliminary assessment of exposure.
WARNING: The vibration emission during
actual use of the power tool can di󰀨er from the
declared value(s) depending on the ways in which
the tool is used especially what kind of workpiece
is processed.
WARNING: Be sure to identify safety mea-
sures to protect the operator that are based on an
estimation of exposure in the actual conditions of
use (taking account of all parts of the operating
cycle such as the times when the tool is switched
o󰀨 and when it is running idle in addition to the
trigger time).
EC Declaration of Conformity
For European countries only
The EC declaration of conformity is included as Annex A
to this instruction manual.
SAFETY WARNINGS
General power tool safety warnings
WARNING: Read all safety warnings, instruc-
tions, illustrations and specications provided
with this power tool. Failure to follow all instructions
listed below may result in electric shock, re and/or
serious injury.
Save all warnings and instruc-
tions for future reference.
The term "power tool" in the warnings refers to your
mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated
(cordless) power tool.
Work area safety
1. Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or
dark areas invite accidents.
2. Do not operate power tools in explosive atmo-
spheres, such as in the presence of ammable
liquids, gases or dust. Power tools create sparks
which may ignite the dust or fumes.
3. Keep children and bystanders away while
operating a power tool. Distractions can cause
you to lose control.
Electrical safety
1. Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never
modify the plug in any way. Do not use any
adapter plugs with earthed (grounded) power
tools. Unmodied plugs and matching outlets will
reduce risk of electric shock.
2. Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded
surfaces, such as pipes, radiators, ranges and
refrigerators. There is an increased risk of elec-
tric shock if your body is earthed or grounded.
3. Do not expose power tools to rain or wet con-
ditions. Water entering a power tool will increase
the risk of electric shock.
4. Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for
carrying, pulling or unplugging the power tool.
Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges
or moving parts. Damaged or entangled cords
increase the risk of electric shock.
5. When operating a power tool outdoors, use an
extension cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of
a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of
electric shock.
6. If operating a power tool in a damp location
is unavoidable, use a residual current device
(RCD) protected supply. Use of an RCD reduces
the risk of electric shock.
7.
Power tools can produce electromagnetic elds
(EMF) that are not harmful to the user. However,
users of pacemakers and other similar medical
devices should contact the maker of their device and/
or doctor for advice before operating this power tool.
Personal safety
1. Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use
common sense when operating a power tool.
Do not use a power tool while you are tired or
under the inuence of drugs, alcohol or med-
ication. A moment of inattention while operating
power tools may result in serious personal injury.
2. Use personal protective equipment. Always
wear eye protection. Protective equipment such
as a dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat or
hearing protection used for appropriate conditions
will reduce personal injuries.
3. Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the
switch is in the o󰀨-position before connecting
to power source and/or battery pack, picking
up or carrying the tool. Carrying power tools with
your nger on the switch or energising power tools
that have the switch on invites accidents.
4. Remove any adjusting key or wrench before
turning the power tool on. A wrench or a key left
attached to a rotating part of the power tool may
result in personal injury.
5. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and
balance at all times. This enables better control
of the power tool in unexpected situations.
6. Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or
jewellery. Keep your hair and clothing away
from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewellery or
long hair can be caught in moving parts.
7. If devices are provided for the connection of
dust extraction and collection facilities, ensure
these are connected and properly used. Use of
dust collection can reduce dust-related hazards.

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8.
Do not let familiarity gained from frequent use
of tools allow you to become complacent and
ignore tool safety principles. A careless action can
cause severe injury within a fraction of a second.
9. Always wear protective goggles to protect
your eyes from injury when using power tools.
The goggles must comply with ANSI Z87.1 in
the USA, EN 166 in Europe, or AS/NZS 1336
in Australia/New Zealand. In Australia/New
Zealand, it is legally required to wear a face
shield to protect your face, too.
It is an employer's responsibility to enforce
the use of appropriate safety protective equip-
ments by the tool operators and by other per-
sons in the immediate working area.
Power tool use and care
1. Do not force the power tool. Use the correct
power tool for your application. The correct
power tool will do the job better and safer at the
rate for which it was designed.
2. Do not use the power tool if the switch does
not turn it on and o󰀨. Any power tool that cannot
be controlled with the switch is dangerous and
must be repaired.
3. Disconnect the plug from the power source
and/or remove the battery pack, if detachable,
from the power tool before making any adjust-
ments, changing accessories, or storing power
tools. Such preventive safety measures reduce
the risk of starting the power tool accidentally.
4. Store idle power tools out of the reach of chil-
dren and do not allow persons unfamiliar with
the power tool or these instructions to operate
the power tool. Power tools are dangerous in the
hands of untrained users.
5. Maintain power tools and accessories. Check
for misalignment or binding of moving parts,
breakage of parts and any other condition that
may a󰀨ect the power tool’s operation. If dam-
aged, have the power tool repaired before use.
Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained
power tools.
6. Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly
maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges
are less likely to bind and are easier to control.
7. Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits
etc. in accordance with these instructions, tak-
ing into account the working conditions and
the work to be performed. Use of the power tool
for operations di󰀨erent from those intended could
result in a hazardous situation.
8. Keep handles and grasping surfaces dry,
clean and free from oil and grease. Slippery
handles and grasping surfaces do not allow for
safe handling and control of the tool in unexpected
situations.
9. When using the tool, do not wear cloth work
gloves which may be entangled. The entangle-
ment of cloth work gloves in the moving parts may
result in personal injury.
Battery tool use and care
1. Recharge only with the charger specied by
the manufacturer. A charger that is suitable for
one type of battery pack may create a risk of re
when used with another battery pack.
2. Use power tools only with specically desig-
nated battery packs. Use of any other battery
packs may create a risk of injury and re.
3. When battery pack is not in use, keep it away
from other metal objects, like paper clips,
coins, keys, nails, screws or other small metal
objects, that can make a connection from one
terminal to another. Shorting the battery termi-
nals together may cause burns or a re.
4. Under abusive conditions, liquid may be
ejected from the battery; avoid contact. If con-
tact accidentally occurs, ush with water. If
liquid contacts eyes, additionally seek medical
help. Liquid ejected from the battery may cause
irritation or burns.
5. Do not use a battery pack or tool that is dam-
aged or modied. Damaged or modied batteries
may exhibit unpredictable behaviour resulting in
re, explosion or risk of injury.
6. Do not expose a battery pack or tool to re or
excessive temperature. Exposure to re or tem-
perature above 130 °C may cause explosion.
7. Follow all charging instructions and do not
charge the battery pack or tool outside the
temperature range specied in the instruc-
tions. Charging improperly or at temperatures
outside the specied range may damage the
battery and increase the risk of re.
Service
1. Have your power tool serviced by a qualied
repair person using only identical replacement
parts. This will ensure that the safety of the power
tool is maintained.
2. Never service damaged battery packs. Service
of battery packs should only be performed by the
manufacturer or authorized service providers.
3. Follow instruction for lubricating and chang-
ing accessories.
Cordless trimmer safety warnings
1. Use clamps or another practical way to secure
and support the workpiece to a stable plat-
form. Holding the work by your hand or against
the body leaves it unstable and may lead to loss of
control.
2. Hold the power tool by insulated gripping
surfaces only, because the cutter may contact
hidden wiring. Cutting a "live" wire may make
exposed metal parts of the power tool "live" and
could give the operator an electric shock.

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3. Only use a trimmer bit that is rated at least
equal to the maximum speed marked on the
tool. If the tool has a variable speed control
function, set the tool speed under the speed
rating of the trimmer bit.
4. The trimmer bit shank must match the
designed collet chuck.
5. Wear hearing protection during extended
period of operation.
6. Handle the trimmer bits very carefully.
7. Check the trimmer bit carefully for cracks or
damage before operation. Replace cracked or
damaged trimmer bit immediately.
8. Avoid cutting nails. Inspect for and remove all
nails from the workpiece before operation.
9. Hold the tool rmly.
10. Keep hands away from rotating parts.
11. Make sure the trimmer bit is not contacting the
workpiece before the switch is turned on.
12. Before using the tool on an actual workpiece,
let it run for a while. Watch for vibration or
wobbling that could indicate improperly
installed trimmer bit.
13. Be careful of the trimmer bit rotating direction
and the feed direction.
14. Do not leave the tool running. Operate the tool
only when hand-held.
15. Always switch o󰀨 and wait for the trimmer bit
to come to a complete stop before removing
the tool from workpiece.
16. Do not touch the trimmer bit immediately after
operation; it may be extremely hot and could
burn your skin.
17. Do not smear the base carelessly with thin-
ner, gasoline, oil or the like. They may cause
cracks in the base.
18. Use trimmer bits of the correct shank diameter
suitable for the speed of the tool.
19. Some material contains chemicals which may
be toxic. Take caution to prevent dust inhala-
tion and skin contact. Follow material supplier
safety data.
20.
Always use the correct dust mask/respirator for
the material and application you are working with.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
WARNING: DO NOT let comfort or familiarity
with product (gained from repeated use) replace
strict adherence to safety rules for the subject
product. MISUSE or failure to follow the safety
rules stated in this instruction manual may cause
serious personal injury.
Important safety instructions for
battery cartridge
1. Before using battery cartridge, read all instruc-
tions and cautionary markings on (1) battery
charger, (2) battery, and (3) product using
battery.
2. Do not disassemble or tamper with the battery
cartridge. It may result in a re, excessive heat,
or explosion.
3. If operating time has become excessively
shorter, stop operating immediately. It may
result in a risk of overheating, possible burns
and even an explosion.
4.
If electrolyte gets into your eyes, rinse them out
with clear water and seek medical 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.
9. Do not use a damaged battery.
10. The contained lithium-ion batteries are subject
to the Dangerous Goods Legislation require-
ments.
For commercial transports e.g. by third parties,
forwarding agents, special requirement on pack-
aging and labeling must be observed.
For preparation of the item being shipped, consult-
ing an expert for hazardous material is required.
Please also observe possibly more detailed
national regulations.
Tape or mask o󰀨 open contacts and pack up the
battery in such a manner that it cannot move
around in the packaging.
11. When disposing the battery cartridge, remove
it from the tool and dispose of it in a safe
place. Follow your local regulations relating to
disposal of battery.
12. Use the batteries only with the products
specied by Makita. Installing the batteries to
non-compliant products may result in a re, exces-
sive heat, explosion, or leak of electrolyte.
13. If the tool is not used for a long period of time,
the battery must be removed from the tool.
14. During and after use, the battery cartridge may
take on heat which can cause burns or low
temperature burns. Pay attention to the han-
dling of hot battery cartridges.
15. Do not touch the terminal of the tool imme-
diately after use as it may get hot enough to
cause burns.
16. Do not allow chips, dust, or soil stuck into the
terminals, holes, and grooves of the battery
cartridge. It may cause heating, catching re,
burst and malfunction of the tool or battery car-
tridge, resulting in burns or personal injury.

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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 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).
Important safety instructions for
wireless unit
1. Do not disassemble or tamper with the wire-
less unit.
2. Keep the wireless unit away from young chil-
dren. If accidentally swallowed, seek medical
attention immediately.
3. Use the wireless unit only with Makita tools.
4. Do not expose the wireless unit to rain or wet
conditions.
5. Do not use the wireless unit in places where
the temperature exceeds 50 °C (122 °F).
6. Do not operate the wireless unit in places
where medical instruments, such as heart
pace makers are nearby.
7. Do not operate the wireless unit in places
where automated devices are nearby. If oper-
ated, automated devices may develop malfunction
or error.
8. Do not operate the wireless unit in places
under high temperature or places where
static electricity or electrical noise could be
generated.
9. The wireless unit can produce electromagnetic
elds (EMF) but they are not harmful to the
user.
10. The wireless unit is an accurate instrument. Be
careful not to drop or strike the wireless unit.
11. Avoid touching the terminal of the wireless
unit with bare hands or metallic materials.
12. Always remove the battery on the product
when installing the wireless unit into it.
13. When opening the lid of the slot, avoid the
place where dust and water may come into the
slot. Always keep the inlet of the slot clean.
14. Always insert the wireless unit in the correct
direction.
15. Do not press the wireless activation button
on the wireless unit too hard and/or press the
button with an object with a sharp edge.
16. Always close the lid of the slot when
operating.
17. Do not remove the wireless unit from the slot
while the power is being supplied to the tool.
Doing so may cause a malfunction of the wireless
unit.
18. Do not remove the sticker on the wireless unit.
19. Do not put any sticker on the wireless unit.
20. Do not leave the wireless unit in a place where
static electricity or electrical noise could be
generated.
21. Do not leave the wireless unit in a place sub-
ject to high heat, such as a car sitting in the
sun.
22. Do not leave the wireless unit in a dusty or
powdery place or in a place corrosive gas
could be generated.
23. Sudden change of the temperature may bedew
the wireless unit. Do not use the wireless unit
until the dew is completely dried.
24. When cleaning the wireless unit, gently wipe
with a dry soft cloth. Do not use benzine, thin-
ner, conductive grease or the like.
25. When storing the wireless unit, keep it in the
supplied case or a static-free container.
26. Do not insert any devices other than Makita
wireless unit into the slot on the tool.
27. Do not use the tool with the lid of the slot dam-
aged. Water, dust, and dirt come into the slot may
cause malfunction.
28. Do not pull and/or twist the lid of the slot more
than necessary. Restore the lid if it comes o󰀨
from the tool.
29. Replace the lid of the slot if it is lost or
damaged.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.

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FUNCTIONAL
DESCRIPTION
CAUTION: Always be sure that the tool is
switched o󰀨 and the battery cartridge is removed
before adjusting or checking function on the tool.
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.
To remove the battery cartridge, slide it from the tool
while sliding the button on the front of the cartridge.
2
3
1
Fig.1
► 1. Red indicator 2. Button 3. Battery cartridge
To install the battery cartridge, align the tongue on the
battery cartridge with the groove in the housing and slip
it into place. Insert it all the way until it locks in place
with a little click. If you can see the red indicator on the
upper side of the button, it is not locked completely.
CAUTION: Always install the battery cartridge
fully until the red indicator cannot be seen. If not,
it may accidentally fall out of the tool, causing injury to
you or someone around you.
CAUTION: Do not install the battery cartridge
forcibly. If the cartridge does not slide in easily, it is
not being inserted correctly.
Indicating the remaining battery
capacity
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 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 automat-
ically stops without any indication. 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.

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Overheat protection
When the tool or battery is overheated, the tool stops
automatically. In this case, let the tool and battery cool
before turning the tool on again.
Overdischarge protection
When the battery capacity is not enough, the tool stops
automatically. In this case, remove the battery from the
tool and charge the battery.
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 tool and battery(ies) cool down.
If no improvement can be found by restoring protection
system, then contact your local Makita Service Center.
Switch action
To turn on the tool, press the lock/unlock button. The
tool turns into the standby mode. To start the tool, press
the start/stop button in the standby mode. To stop the
tool, press the start/stop button again. The tool turns
into the standby mode. To turn o󰀨 the tool, press the
lock/unlock button in the standby mode.
12
Fig.3
► 1. Lock/unlock button 2. Start/stop button
NOTE: If the tool is left for 10 seconds without any
operation in the standby mode, the tool automatically
turns o󰀨 and the lamp goes o󰀨.
NOTE: You can also stop and turn o󰀨 the tool by
pressing the lock/unlock button while the tool is
operating.
Lighting up the front lamp
CAUTION: Do not look in the light or see the
source of light directly.
To turn on the lamp, press the lock/unlock button. To
turn o󰀨 the lamp, press the lock/unlock button again.
NOTICE: When the tool is overheated, the lamp
blinks. Cool down the tool fully before operating
the tool again.
NOTE: Use a dry cloth to wipe the dirt o󰀨 the lens of
the lamp. Be careful not to scratch the lens of lamp, or
it may lower the illumination.
1
Fig.4
► 1. Lamp
Speed adjusting dial
The rotation speed of the tool can be changed by turning
the speed adjusting dial. The table below shows the num-
ber on the dial and the corresponding rotation speed.
1
Fig.5
► 1. Speed adjusting dial
Number Speed
110,000 min-1
215,000 min-1
321,000 min-1
426,000 min-1
531,000 min-1
CAUTION: Do not change the rotation speed
during operation. Otherwise unexpected reaction of
the tool may cause an injury.

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NOTICE: If the tool is operated continuously at
low speed for a long time, the motor will get over-
loaded, resulting in tool malfunction.
NOTICE: The speed adjusting dial can be turned
only as far as 5 and back to 1. Do not force it past
5 or 1, or the speed adjusting function may no
longer work.
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.
• Soft start
The soft-start function minimizes start-up shock,
and makes the tool start smoothly.
• Soft brake
The tool stops gently with the soft brake. The soft
brake prevents damage to the workpiece due
to recoil and allows you to start next operation
earlier.
If the tool consistently fails to stop the trimmer bit
after the switch is turned o󰀨, have the tool ser-
viced at a Makita service center.
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.
Installing or removing trimmer bit
NOTICE: Do not tighten the collet nut without
installing a trimmer bit, or the collet cone may
break.
Insert the trimmer bit all the way into the collet cone.
Press the shaft lock and tighten the collet nut with the
wrench.
1
2
3
4
5
Fig.6
► 1. Shaft lock 2. Loosen 3. Tighten 4. Wrench
5. Collet nut
You can also tighten the collet nut securely with the two wrenches.
1
4
2
3
1
Fig.7
► 1. Wrench 2. Loosen 3. Tighten 4. Collet nut
To remove the trimmer bit, follow the installation procedure in reverse.
NOTE: The shaft lock may not return to the original position when
you tighten the collet nut in the installation of the trimmer bit. The
shaft lock returns to the original position when you start the tool.
1
Fig.8
► 1. Shaft lock
Changing the collet cone
CAUTION: Use the correct size collet cone for
the trimmer bit which you intended to use.
CAUTION: Do not tighten the collet nut without
installing a trimmer bit, or the collet cone may break.
1. Loosen the collet nut and remove.
2.
Replace the installed collet cone with desired collet cone.
3. Reinstall collet nut.
1
2
Fig.9
► 1. Collet cone 2. Collet nut

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Installing or removing the trimmer
base
1. Open the lock lever of the trimmer base, then
insert the tool into the trimmer base aligning the groove
on the tool with the protrusion on the trimmer base.
2. Close the lock lever.
1
Fig.10
► 1. Lock lever
NOTE: You can use the trimmer base (resin) as an
optional accessory as shown in the gure. When
using the trimmer base (resin), loosen or tighten the
thumb nut instead of opening or closing the lock lever.
Align the rack on the tool with the spur gear on the
trimmer base.
1 3
2
Fig.11
► 1. Thumb nut 2. Rack 3. Spur gear
3. Attach the dust nozzle to the trimmer base, and
then tighten the thumb screw.
2
1
Fig.12
► 1. Dust nozzle 2. Thumb screw
Fig.13
To remove the base, follow the installation procedure
in reverse.
CAUTION: When using the tool with the trim-
mer base, be sure to install the dust nozzle on the
trimmer base.

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Installing or removing the tilt base
Optional accessory
1. Open the lock lever of the tilt base, then insert the
tool into the tilt base aligning the groove on the tool with
the protrusion on the tilt base.
2. Close the lock lever.
1
Fig.14
► 1. Lock lever
To remove the base, follow the installation procedure
in reverse.
Installing or removing the o󰀨set
base
Optional accessory
1. Press the shaft lock, then loosen the collet nut.
1
2
3
Fig.15
► 1. Collet nut 2. Shaft lock 3. Wrench
2. Remove the collet nut and the collet cone.
1
2
Fig.16
► 1. Collet nut 2. Collet cone
3. Install the pulley onto the tool by pressing the
shaft lock and tightening the pulley with the wrench.
12
3
Fig.17
► 1. Wrench 2. Pulley 3. Shaft lock
4. Loosen the screws on the base plate, and then
remove the base plate.
1
Fig.18
► 1. Base plate

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5. Open the lock lever of the o󰀨set base, then attach
the o󰀨set base to the tool.
1
Fig.19
► 1. Lock lever
6. Mount the belt to the pulley with a stick like a
slotted screwdriver by rotating the belt manually.
2
1
Fig.20
► 1. Pulley 2. Belt
7. Close the lock lever.
1
Fig.21
► 1. Lock lever
8. Attach the base plate by tightening the screws.
1
Fig.22
► 1. Base plate
9. Insert the collet cone and the trimmer bit into the
o󰀨set base, and then tighten the collet nut.
1
2
3
Fig.23
► 1. Trimmer bit 2. Collet nut 3. Collet cone
10. Insert the hex wrench into the hole of the o󰀨set
base, and then tighten the collet nut with the wrench.
1
2
3
Fig.24
► 1. Collet nut 2. Wrench 3. Hex wrench

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To remove the base, follow the installation procedure
in reverse.
NOTE: You can also mount the belt to the pulley with-
out removing the base plate as shown in the gure.
2
1
Fig.25
► 1. Pulley 2. Belt
Installing or removing the plunge
base
Optional accessory
1. Open the lock lever of the plunge base, then insert
the tool into the plunge base all the way aligning the
groove on the tool with the protrusion on the plunge
base.
2. Close the lock lever.
1
Fig.26
► 1. Lock lever
To remove the base, follow the installation procedure
in reverse.
Installing or removing the parallel
ruler on the plunge base
Optional accessory
Insert the guide bars into the holes in the plunge base,
and then tighten the wing bolts. To remove the ruler,
follow the installation procedure in reverse.
1
2
Fig.27
► 1. Wing bolt 2. Guide bar
Installing or removing the dust
nozzle on the plunge base
Insert the dust nozzle into the plunge base so that the
protrusion on the dust nozzle ts in the notch in the
plunge base, and then tighten the thumb screw on the
dust nozzle. To remove the nozzle, follow the installa-
tion procedure in reverse.
1
2
3
Fig.28
► 1. Protrusion 2. Dust nozzle 3. Thumb screw
Fig.29

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OPERATION
Adjusting cutting depth
To adjust the cutting depth, open the lock lever, then
move the tool base up or down by turning the adjusting
screw. After the adjustment, close the lock lever rmly.
1
2
Fig.30
► 1. Lock lever 2. Adjusting screw
NOTICE: If the tool is not secured after closing the lock
lever, tighten the hex nut, and then close the lock lever.
1
Fig.31
► 1. Hex nut
Adjusting cutting depth with the plunge base
Optional accessory
1. Place the tool on the at surface.
2.
Select the stopper screw by rotating the stopper base.
1
2
Fig.32
► 1. Stopper screw 2. Stopper base
3. Loosen the xing nut, then pull up the stopper pole
while pressing the feed button.
1
2
3
Fig.33
► 1. Stopper pole 2. Fixing nut 3. Feed button
4. Push down the tool until the tip of the trimmer bit
touches the at surface, and then turn the xing lever to
secure the tool.
12
Fig.34
► 1. Fixing lever 2. Trimmer bit
5. Press down the stopper pole while pressing the
feed button until it contacts the stopper screw.
1
2
3
Fig.35
► 1. Stopper pole 2. Stopper screw 3. Feed button

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6. Slide the depth pointer so that the pointer indi-
cates "0" on the scale.
1
Fig.36
► 1. Depth pointer
7. Adjust the cutting depth by pulling up the stopper
pole while pressing the feed button.
1
2
Fig.37
► 1. Stopper pole 2. Feed button
8. To perform ne adjustment of the cutting depth,
turn the dial on the stopper pole so that it indicates "0".
1
Fig.38
► 1. Dial
9. Turn the head of the stopper pole to obtain the
desired depth. To increase the depth, turn the head
counterclockwise. To decrease the depth, turn the
head clockwise. (The depth changes by 1 mm per one
revolution.)
1
Fig.39
► 1. Head of the stopper pole
10. Tighten the stopper pole xing nut.
1
Fig.40
► 1. Fixing nut
11. Release the xing lever.
1
Fig.41
► 1. Fixing lever
By pushing down the tool until the stopper pole meets
the stopper screw, you can obtain the depth of cut which
you adjusted by above procedure.

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Using the tool with the trimmer base
Set the tool base on the workpiece without the trimmer
bit making any contact. Turn the tool on and wait until
the trimmer bit attains full speed. Move the tool forward
over the workpiece surface. Keep the tool base ush
while moving the tool.
When cutting the edge, be sure to keep the workpiece
surface on the left side of the trimmer bit in the feed
direction.
Fig.42
NOTE: Before cutting on the actual workpiece, it is
recommended to make a sample cut. The proper feed
speed depends on the trimmer bit size, the kind of
workpiece, and depth of cut. Moving the tool forward
too fast may cause a poor quality of cut, or damage to
the trimmer bit or motor. Moving the tool forward too
slowly may burn and mar the cutting surface.
When using the trimmer shoe, the straight guide, or the
trimmer guide, be sure to keep it on the right side in the
feed direction. This will help to keep it ush with the side
of the workpiece.
1
3
2
Fig.43
► 1. Trimmer bit 2. Workpiece 3. Straight guide
NOTICE: Since excessive cutting may cause
overload of the motor or di󰀩culty in controlling
the tool, the depth of cut should not be more than
3 mm at a pass when cutting grooves. When you
wish to cut grooves more than 3 mm deep, make
several passes with progressively deeper trimmer bit
settings.
Using the straight guide
1. Assemble the straight guide with the bolt and the
wing nut.
2
1
Fig.44
► 1. Bolt 2. Wing nut
2. Attach the straight guide to the trimmer base with
the clamp screw.
1
1
Fig.45
► 1. Clamp screw
3. Loosen the wing nut on the straight guide and
adjust the distance between the trimmer bit and the
straight guide. At the desired distance, tighten the wing
nut.
1
Fig.46
► 1. Wing nut

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4. Move the tool with the straight guide ush with the
side of the workpiece.
Fig.47
If the distance (A) between the side of the workpiece
and the cutting position is too wide for the straight
guide, or if the side of the workpiece is not straight, the
straight guide cannot be used.
In this case, rmly clamp a straight board to the work-
piece and use it as a guide against the trimmer base.
Feed the tool in the direction of the arrow.
A
Fig.48
Using the straight guide for circular work
For circular work, assemble the straight guide as shown
in the gures. The minimum and maximum radius of
circles to be cut (distance between the center of circle
and the center of trimmer bit) are as follows:
• Minimum: 70 mm
• Maximum: 221 mm
For cutting circles between 70 mm and 121 mm in
radius.
1
Fig.49
► 1. Center hole
For cutting circles between 121 mm and 221 mm in
radius.
1
Fig.50
► 1. Center hole
NOTE: Circles between 172 mm and 186 mm in
radius cannot be cut using this guide.
Align the center hole in the straight guide with the cen-
ter of the circle to be cut. Drive a nail less than 6 mm
in diameter into the center hole to secure the straight
guide. Pivot the tool around the nail in the clockwise
direction.
2
1
Fig.51
► 1. Nail 2. Center hole

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Using the templet guide
The templet guide allows for repetitive cut with templet
patterns by using a templet.
1. Loosen the screws on the base plate, and then
remove the base plate from the trimmer base.
2. Place the templet guide on the base, and then
attach the base plate by tightening the screws.
1
2
Fig.52
► 1. Base plate 2. Templet guide
3. Place the tool on the templet and move the tool
so that the templet guide slides along the side of the
templet.
Fig.53
NOTE: The actual cut size on the workpiece is slightly
di󰀨erent from the templet. The di󰀨erence is the dis-
tance (X) between the trimmer bit and the outside of
the templet guide. The distance (X) can be calculated
by using the following equation:
Distance (X) = (outside diameter of templet guide -
trimmer bit diameter) / 2
12
3
4
5
6
Fig.54
► 1. Trimmer bit 2. Templet guide 3. Distance (X)
4. Outside diameter of templet guide 5. Templet
6. Workpiece
Using the trimmer guide
Optional accessory
The trimmer guide allows for trimming the curved side
like veneers for furniture by moving the guide roller
along the side of the workpiece.
Fig.55
1.
Loosen the clamp screw, then install the trimmer guide
on the trimmer base, and then tighten the clamp screw.
1
Fig.56
► 1. Clamp screw

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2.
Loosen the clamp screw and adjust the distance
between the trimmer bit and the trimmer guide by turning
the adjusting screw (1 mm per turn). At the desired distance,
tighten the clamp screw to secure the trimmer guide.
1
2
Fig.57
► 1. Adjusting screw 2. Clamp screw
3. Move the tool with the guide roller riding the side
of the workpiece.
1
2
3
Fig.58
► 1. Workpiece 2. Trimmer bit 3. Guide roller
Using the tool with the tilt base
The tilt base is used for trimming the edge of laminate
sheet or similar materials.
The tilt base is convenient for chamfering. Loosen the
wing screws, then tilt the tool at the desired angle, and
then tighten the wing screws.
Firmly clamp a straight board to the workpiece and use
it as a guide against the tilt base. Feed the tool in the
direction of the arrow.
1
Fig.59
► 1. Wing screw
Using the tilt base plate with the
trimmer base
To use the trimmer base with a square base plate,
remove the base plate from the tilt base, and then
attach it to the trimmer base.
12
Fig.60
► 1. Tilt base plate 2. Trimmer base plate
NOTICE: Use screws on the trimmer base when
installing the tilt base plate. The screws on the
tilt base are shorter than the screws on the trimmer
base.
Using the tool with the o󰀨set base
The o󰀨set base is used for trimming the edge of lami-
nate sheet or similar materials. The o󰀨set base is con-
venient for work in a tight area.
Fig.61

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Using the trimmer base with the
o󰀨set base plate and grip
The o󰀨set base plate can also be used with a trimmer
base and a grip attachment (optional accessory) for
more stability.
1. Loosen the screws on the o󰀨set base plate, then
remove the o󰀨set base plate from the o󰀨set base.
12
Fig.62
► 1. O󰀨set base plate 2. Trimmer base plate
2. Attach the o󰀨set base plate to the trimmer base by
tightening the screws.
3. Attach the grip attachment and the bar type grip to
the o󰀨set base plate by tightening the screws.
1
2
Fig.63
► 1. Bar type grip 2. Grip attachment
The knob type grip removed from the plunge base can be
installed on the o󰀨set base instead of the bar type grip.
1
2
Fig.64
► 1. Screw 2. Knob type grip
Using the tool with the plunge base
Always hold the grips rmly with both hands during opera-
tion. Operate the tool in the same way as the trimmer base.
Using the straight guide
Optional accessory
1.
Install the straight guide to the guide holder by tight-
ening the wing nut. Insert the guide holder into the holes
in the plunge base, and then tighten the wing bolts.
1
23
4
Fig.65
►
1. Wing bolt 2. Guide holder 3. Wing nut 4. Straight guide
2. Loosen the wing nut on the straight guide and adjust
the distance between the trimmer bit and the straight
guide. At the desired distance, tighten the wing nut.
1
Fig.66
► 1. Wing nut