Makita UH004G User manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Cordless Hedge Trimmer
UH004G
UH005G
UH006G
UH007G
UH008G
UH009G
ENGLISH: Original instructions
Read before use.

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SPECIFICATIONS
Model: UH004G UH005G UH006G
Blade length 600 mm 750 mm 600 mm
Strokes per minute 2,000 / 3,600 / 5,000 min-1 2,000 / 3,000 /
4,000 min-1
Overall length 1,120 mm 1,263 mm 1,123 mm
Rated voltage D.C. 36 V - 40 V max
Net weight 4.3 - 4.9 kg 4.5 - 5.1 kg 4.4 - 5.0 kg
Protection degree IPX4
Model: UH007G UH008G UH009G
Blade length 750 mm 600 mm 750 mm
Strokes per minute 2,000 / 3,000 /
4,000 min-1
2,000 / 3,600 / 5,000 min-1
Overall length 1,274 mm 1,120 mm 1,262 mm
Rated voltage D.C. 36 V - 40 V max
Net weight 4.6 - 5.2 kg 4.3 - 4.9 kg 4.4 - 5.0 kg
Protection degree IPX4
• 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 portable power pack
Portable power pack PDC1200 / PDC01
• Theportablepowerpack(s)listedabovemaynotbeavailabledependingonyourregionofresidence.
• Beforeusingtheportablepowerpack,readinstructionandcautionarymarkingsontheportablepowerpack.
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eyeprotection.
DANGER-Keephandsawayfromblade.
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 equipment
and on accumulators and batteries and
waste accumulators and batteries, as well as
their adaptation to national law, waste elec-
trical equipment, batteries and accumulators
shouldbestoredseparatelyanddelivered
to a separate collection point for municipal
waste, operating in accordance with the
regulations on environmental protection.
Thisisindicatedbythesymbolofthe
crossed-out wheeled bin placed on the
equipment.

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Intended use
The tool is intended for trimming hedges.
Noise
Applicable standard : EN62841-4-2
Model Sound pressure level Sound power level
LpA(dB(A)) UncertaintyK
(dB(A))
LWA(dB(A)) UncertaintyK
(dB(A))
UH004G 85 396 3
UH005G 86 397 3
UH006G 81 392 3
UH007G 81 392 3
UH008G 82 393 3
UH009G 83 394 3
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 val-
ue(s) depending on the ways in which the tool is used especially what kind of workpiece is processed.
WARNING: Be sure to identify safety measures to protect the operator that are based on an estimation
of exposure in the actual conditions of use (taking account of all parts of the operating cycle such as the
times when the tool is switched o󰀨 and when it is running idle in addition to the trigger time).
Vibration
Thevibrationtotalvalue(tri-axialvectorsum)determinedaccordingtoEN62841-4-2:
Model Front handle Rear handle
ah (m/s2)Uncertainty K
(m/s2)
ah (m/s2)Uncertainty K
(m/s2)
UH004G 2.9 1.5 2.5 or less 1.5
UH005G 3.1 1.5 2.7 1.5
UH006G 3.0 1.5 2.5 or less 1.5
UH007G 3.4 1.5 3.1 1.5
UH008G 3.1 1.5 2.5 or less 1.5
UH009G 3.2 1.5 2.5 1.5
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 measures to protect the operator that are based on an estimation
of exposure in the actual conditions of use (taking account of all parts of the operating cycle such as the
times when the tool is switched 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.

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SAFETY WARNINGS
General power tool safety warnings
WARNING: Read all safety warnings, instruc-
tions, illustrations and specications provided with this
power tool. Failure to follow all instructions listed below
mayresultinelectricshock,reand/orseriousinjury.
Save all warnings and instruc-
tions for future reference.
Theterm"powertool"inthewarningsreferstoyour
mains-operated(corded)powertoolorbattery-operated
(cordless)powertool.
Work area safety
1. Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or
dark areas invite accidents.
2. Do not operate power tools in explosive atmo-
spheres, such as in the presence of ammable
liquids, gases or dust. Power tools create sparks
whichmayignitethedustorfumes.
3. Keep children and bystanders away while
operating a power tool. Distractions can cause
youtolosecontrol.
Electrical safety
1. Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never
modify the plug in any way. Do not use any
adapter plugs with earthed (grounded) power
tools. Unmodiedplugsandmatchingoutletswill
reduce risk of electric shock.
2. Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded
surfaces, such as pipes, radiators, ranges and
refrigerators. There is an increased risk of elec-
tricshockifyourbodyisearthedorgrounded.
3. Do not expose power tools to rain or wet con-
ditions. Water entering a power tool will increase
the risk of electric shock.
4. Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for
carrying, pulling or unplugging the power tool.
Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges
or moving parts. Damaged or entangled cords
increase the risk of electric shock.
5.
When operating a power tool outdoors, use an
extension cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of a cord
suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock.
6. If operating a power tool in a damp location
is unavoidable, use a residual current device
(RCD) protected supply. Use of an RCD reduces
the risk of electric shock.
7.
Power tools can produce electromagnetic elds
(EMF) that are not harmful to the user. However,
users of pacemakers and other similar medical
devices should contact the maker of their device and/
or doctor for advice before operating this power tool.
Personal safety
1. Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use
common sense when operating a power tool.
Do not use a power tool while you are tired or
under the inuence of drugs, alcohol or med-
ication. A moment of inattention while operating
powertoolsmayresultinseriouspersonalinjury.
2. Use personal protective equipment. Always
wear eye protection. Protective equipment such
asadustmask,non-skidsafetyshoes,hardhator
hearing protection used for appropriate conditions
willreducepersonalinjuries.
3. Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the
switch is in the o󰀨-position before connecting
to power source and/or battery pack, picking
up or carrying the tool.Carryingpowertoolswith
yourngerontheswitchorenergisingpowertools
that have the switch on invites accidents.
4. Remove any adjusting key or wrench before
turning the power tool on.Awrenchorakeyleft
attachedtoarotatingpartofthepowertoolmay
resultinpersonalinjury.
5. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and
balance at all times. This enables better control
of the power tool in unexpected situations.
6. Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or
jewellery. Keep your hair and clothing away
from moving parts.Looseclothes,jewelleryor
long hair can be caught in moving parts.
7. If devices are provided for the connection of
dust extraction and collection facilities, ensure
these are connected and properly used. Use of
dust collection can reduce dust-related hazards.
8.
Do not let familiarity gained from frequent use of
tools allow you to become complacent and ignore
tool safety principles. A careless action can cause
severeinjurywithinafractionofasecond.
9. Always wear protective goggles to protect
your eyes from injury when using power tools.
The goggles must comply with ANSI Z87.1 in
the USA, EN 166 in Europe, or AS/NZS 1336
in Australia/New Zealand. In Australia/New
Zealand, it is legally required to wear a face
shield to protect your face, too.
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.

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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, 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, taking 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 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 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hidden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.

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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. Do not use the tool in the rain or in wet or
very damp conditions. The electric motor is not
waterproof.
5. Make sure you have a secure footing before
starting operation.
6. Do not operate the tool at no-load
unnecessarily.
7. 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.
8. 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.
9.
Never point the shear blades to yourself or others.
10. 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.
11. Avoid dangerous environment. Don't use the
tool in damp or wet locations or expose it to
rain. Water entering the tool will increase the
risk of electric shock.
12. When you use the tool on muddy ground, wet
slope, or slippery place, pay attention to your
footing.
13. Avoid working in poor environment where
increased user fatigue is expected.
14. Do not use the tool in bad weather where visi-
bility is limited.Failuretodosomaycausefallor
incorrectoperationduetolowvisibility.
15. Do not submerge the tool into a puddle.
16. Do not leave the tool unattended outdoors in
the rain.
17. When wet leaves or dirt adhere to the suc-
tion mouth (ventilation window) due to rain,
remove them.
18. Do not use the tool in the snow.
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.
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. Do not charge battery in rain, or in wet
locations.
8. Do not wash the tool with high pressure water.
9. When washing the tool, do not let water enter
the electrical mechanism such as battery,
motor, and terminals.

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10. Perform inspection or maintenance in a place
where rain can be avoided.
11. After using the tool, remove the adhered dirt
and dry the tool completely before storing.
Depending on the season or the area, there is a
risk of malfunction due to freezing.
12. 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.
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 atten-
tion right away. It may result in loss of your
eyesight.
5. Do not short the battery cartridge:
(1) Do not touch the terminals with any con-
ductive material.
(2) Avoid storing battery cartridge in a con-
tainer with other metal objects such as
nails, coins, etc.
(3) Do not expose battery cartridge to water
or rain.
A battery short can cause a large current
ow, overheating, possible burns and even a
breakdown.
6. Do not store and use the tool and battery car-
tridge in locations where the temperature may
reach or exceed 50 °C (122 °F).
7. Do not incinerate the battery cartridge even if
it is severely damaged or is completely worn
out. The battery cartridge can explode in a re.
8. Do not nail, cut, crush, throw, drop the battery
cartridge, or hit against a hard object to the
battery cartridge.Suchconductmayresultina
re,excessiveheat,orexplosion.
9. Do not use a damaged battery.
10. The contained lithium-ion batteries are subject
to the Dangerous Goods Legislation require-
ments.
Forcommercialtransportse.g.bythirdparties,
forwarding agents, special requirement on pack-
aging and labeling must be observed.
For preparation of the item being shipped, consult-
ing an expert for hazardous material is required.
Pleasealsoobservepossiblymoredetailed
national regulations.
Tapeormasko󰀨opencontactsandpackupthe
batteryinsuchamannerthatitcannotmove
around in the packaging.
11. When disposing the battery cartridge, remove
it from the tool and dispose of it in a safe
place. Follow your local regulations relating to
disposal of battery.
12. Use the batteries only with the products
specied by Makita. Installing the batteries to
non-compliantproductsmayresultinare,exces-
siveheat,explosion,orleakofelectrolyte.
13. If the tool is not used for a long period of time,
the battery must be removed from the tool.
14. During and after use, the battery cartridge may
take on heat which can cause burns or low
temperature burns. Pay attention to the han-
dling of hot battery cartridges.
15. Do not touch the terminal of the tool imme-
diately after use as it may get hot enough to
cause burns.
16. Do not allow chips, dust, or soil stuck into the
terminals, holes, and grooves of the battery
cartridge.Itmayresultinpoorperformanceor
breakdownofthetoolorbatterycartridge.
17. Unless the tool supports the use near
high-voltage electrical power lines, do not use
the battery cartridge near 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).

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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.
2
3
1
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.
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
►1. Indicator lamps 2. Check button
Indicator lamps Remaining
capacity
Lighted O󰀨 Blinking
75% to 100%
50% to 75%
25% to 50%
0% to 25%
Charge the
battery.
Thebattery
mayhave
malfunctioned.
NOTE: Depending on the conditions of use and the
ambienttemperature,theindicationmaydi󰀨erslightly
fromtheactualcapacity.
NOTE:Therst(farleft)indicatorlampwillblinkwhen
thebatteryprotectionsystemworks.

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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
►1. Caution lamp
Caution lamp Status
Color On Blinking
Green Overload
Red (tool)/ (battery) Overheat
Red Over
discharge
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.
NOTICE: Depending on the usage conditions,
the tool is automatically turned o󰀨 without any
indication if the tool is overloaded by entangled
branches or debris. 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.
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.
Angle setting of the handle
CAUTION: Always make sure that the handle
is locked in the desired position before operation.
CAUTION: Do not pull down the lever to
unlock the handle while pulling the switch trigger.
Do not pull the switch trigger while pulling down
the lever and turning the handle. Failure to do so
maycauseamalfunctionofthetool.
You can set the angle of the handle to 0°, 45°, or 90°
to the left or right. To change the angle of the handle,
turn the handle while pulling down the lever, and then
release the lever.
1
►1. Lever
Power switch action
WARNING: For your safety, this tool is
equipped with lock-o󰀨 lever which prevents the
tool from unintended starting. NEVER use the tool
if it runs when you simply press the switch lever
and pull the switch trigger without pressing the
lock-o󰀨 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 lock-o󰀨 lever.
WARNING: Before installing the battery car-
tridge on the tool, always check to see that the
switch trigger and switch 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per-
sonalinjury.
CAUTION: Never put your nger on the
switch when carrying.Thetoolmaystartuninten-
tionallyandcauseinjury.

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NOTICE: Do not pull the switch trigger hard with-
out pressing the lock-o󰀨 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
►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lock-o󰀨leverandtheswitchtrigger.
NOTE:Thistoolemploystheautopower-o󰀨function.
To avoid unintentional start up, the main power switch
willautomatically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,alock-o󰀨leverisprovided.Tostartthetool,
depressthelock-o󰀨lever,andthenpresstheswitch
lever and pull the switch trigger. Release the switch
trigger to stop.
1 2
3
►1. Switch lever 2.Lock-o󰀨lever3. Switch trigger
Speed adjusting
Youcanselectthetoolspeedbytappingthemain
powerbutton.Eachtimeyoutapthemainpowerbutton,
the level of speed will change.
2
1
►1. Speed indicator 2. Main power button
For UH004G/UH005G/UH008G/UH009G
Indicator Mode Stroke speed
High 5,000 min-1
Medium 3,600 min-1
Low 2,000 min-1
For UH006G/UH007G
Indicator Mode Stroke speed
High 4,000 min-1
Medium 3,000 min-1
Low 2,000 min-1

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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 car-
tridge, 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, tap the reverse
button when the shear blades have stopped, then press
the switch lever and pull the switch trigger while press-
ingthelock-o󰀨lever.Thespeedindicatorsstartblink-
ing, and the shear blades move in reverse direction.
To return to regular movement, release the trigger and
wait until the shear blades stop.
2
1
►1. Speed indicator 2. Reverse button
NOTE: If the entangled branches or debris cannot be
removed,releaseandpulltheswitchtrigger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or750mmshearbladestoyour
tool.
1.
Place the tool upside down, and then remove 6 bolts.
1
►1. Bolt
2. Remove the cover and the plate.
2
1
►1. Cover 2. Plate
NOTE:Theplatemayremainonthecover.

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3. Remove the rod and the bearing.
1
2
►1. Rod 2. Bearing
NOTE:Therodmayremainonthecover.
4. Remove 2 bolts, the felt pad and the sleeves, and
then remove the shear blades.
1
2
3
4
►1. Felt pad 2. Bolt 3. Sleeve 4. Shear blades
5. Remove the blade cover.
6. Attach the blade cover to the new shear blades.
7. Adjustthecranksothat2holesarelinedupon
the alignment line.
1
2
►1. Hole 2. Alignment line
8. Aligntheprotrusionsontheshearbladesvertically
at the same position.
1
1
►1. Protrusion
9. Attach the felt pad to the shear blades.
1
►1. Felt pad

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10. Insert the protrusion on the shear blades to the
small hole on the rod, then align the position of the felt
pad with the holes on the tool, and then attach new
sleeves.
1
2
3
4
►1. Protrusion 2. Small hole 3. Sleeve 4. Felt pad
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 shear blades with the holes
onthetool,andthentighten2boltstoxtheshear
blades.
1
2
►1. Bolt 2. Hole
12. Attach the bearing and the rod.
1
2
3
►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.
13. Attach the plate.
1
2
►1. Protrusion 2. Plate
NOTICE: Make sure that the protrusion on the
shear blades ts in the hole on the plate.
14. Attach the cover, and then tighten 6 bolts.
1
2
►1. Bolt 2. Cover

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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.
Installing or removing the chip
receiver
Optional accessory
CAUTION: When installing or removing the
chip receiver, always wear gloves so that your
hands do not directly contact the shear blades.
NOTICE:
For UH004G/UH005G/UH006G/UH007G
The blade cover cannot be installed if the chip
receiver is installed on the tool. Before carrying
or storing the tool, uninstall the chip receiver,
and then install the blade cover to avoid blade
exposure.
NOTICE:
For UH004G/UH005G/UH006G/UH007G
Be sure to remove the blade cover before install-
ing the chip receiver.
The chip receiver gathers discarded leaves and makes
clean-up afterward much easier. It can be installed on
either side of the tool.
1. Hook the claws of the chip receiver to the shear
blades.
1
►1. Claw
2. Align the holes on the chip receiver with the
screws on the shear blades, and then attach the chip
receivertotheshearbladessecurely.
1
►1. Hole
NOTICE: Make sure that the chip receiver does
not overlap the branch catcher.
1
►1. Branch catcher
To remove the chip receiver, press the levers to release the hooks.
1
►1. Lever
NOTICE: Never try to remove the chip receiver
by an excessive force with its hooks locked to the
shear blades.

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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 con-
tact a metal fence or other hard objects while trim-
ming.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 trimmer,
particularly from a ladder, is extremely dangerous. Do
notworkwhilestandingonanythingwobblyorinrm.
NOTICE: Do not attempt to cut branches thicker
than 10 mm in diameter with the tool. Cut branches
to 10 cm lower than the cutting height using branch
cutters before using the tool.
(1)
(2)
►(1) Cutting height (2) 10 cm
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 tool with both hands, press the switch lever
andpulltheswitchtriggerwhilepressingthelock-o󰀨
lever, and then move it forward.
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.
Tocutahedgetopevenly,tieastringatthedesired
height and trim along it.
If the chip receiver is attached to the shear blades, it
gathers discarded leaves and makes clean-up after-
ward much easier.

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Tocutahedgesideevenly,cutfromthebottomtotop.
Whentrimmingtomakearoundshape(trimmingbox-
woodorrhododendron,etc.),trimfromtheroottothe
topforabeautifulnish.
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.
After operation, remove dust from both sides of 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.
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.

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Storage
The hook hole in the tool bottom is convenient for hang-
ing the tool from a nail or screw on the wall.
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
►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.
3. Turno󰀨thetoolandremovethebatterycartridgefromthetool.
4. Remove the screw, and then remove the branch catcher.
1
2
►1. Screw 2. Branch catcher
5. Settheangleofaleto45°(forUH004G/
UH005G/UH008G/UH009G)or50°(forUH006G/
UH007G),andgrindtheupperbladefrom3directions
withthele.
1
2
►(1) File (2) 45° or 50°
CAUTION: Before grinding the shear blades,
make sure that the tool is switched o󰀨 and the
battery cartridge is removed from the tool.
6. Place the tool upside down, and then remove the
burrs from the shear blades with the dressing stone.
1
►1. Dressing stone
7. Settheangleoftheleto45°(forUH004G/
UH005G/UH008G/UH009G)or50°(forUH006G/
UH007G),andgrindthelowerbladefrom3directions
withthele.
8. Return the tool to normal position, and then
remove the burrs from the shear blades with the dress-
ing stone.
9. Attachthebranchcatcherbytighteningthescrew.

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Grease lubrication
Interval of lubrication:Every50operatinghours
1. Remove the bolt from the hole for lubrication.
1
►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.
2
1
►1. Grease vessel 2. Hole
3. Applythegreasetothetool(Approximately5gas
aguide).
4. Remove the grease vessel.
5. Tighten the bolt.
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.

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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
• Shear blade cover
• 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.

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