Makita UR101C User manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Battery Powered Grass Trimmer
UR101C
UR201C
ENGLISH: Original instructions
Read before use.

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SPECIFICATIONS
Model: UR101C UR201C
Handle type Bike handle Loop handle
No load speed
(at each rotation speed level)
3: 0 - 7,000 min-1
2: 0 - 5,500 min-1
1: 0 - 4,600 min-1
Overall length
(without cutting tool)
1,760 mm 1,795 mm
Nylon cord diameter 2.4 mm
Applicable cutting tool and
cutting diameter
2-tooth blade
(P/N 198345-9)
255 mm
3-tooth blade
(P/N 195299-1)
255 mm
4-tooth blade
(P/N 196895-8)
255 mm
Nylon cutting head
(P/N 197993-1)
430 mm
Plastic blade
(P/N 198383-1)
(P/N 199868-0)
255 mm
305 mm
Rated voltage D.C. 36 V - 40 V max
Net weight 5.2 kg 4.7 kg
• 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.
• Weight according to EPTA-Procedure 01/2014
Applicable portable power pack
PDC01
Symbols
The followings show the symbols used for the equip-
ment. Be sure that you understand their meaning before
use.
Take particular care and attention.
Read instruction manual.
15m(50FT)Keep distance at least 15 m.
Danger; be aware of thrown objects.
Caution; kickback
Wear a helmet, goggles and ear protection.
Wear protective gloves.
Wear sturdy boots with nonslip soles.
Steeltoed safety boots are recommended.
Ni-MH
Li-ion
Only for EU countries
Do not dispose of electric equipment or
battery pack together with household
waste material! In observance of the
European Directives, on Waste Electric
and Electronic Equipment and Batteries
and Accumulators and Waste Batteries and
Accumulators and their implementation
in accordance with national laws, electric
equipment and batteries and battery
pack(s) that have reached the end of
their life must be collected separately and
returned to an environmentally compatible
recycling facility.
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.

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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.
3. Disconnect the plug from the power source
and/or remove the battery pack, if detachable,
from the power tool before making any adjust-
ments, changing accessories, or storing power
tools. Such preventive safety measures reduce
the risk of starting the power tool accidentally.
4. Store idle power tools out of the reach of chil-
dren and do not allow persons unfamiliar with
the power tool or these instructions to operate
the power tool. Power tools are dangerous in the
hands of untrained users.
5. Maintain power tools and accessories. Check
for misalignment or binding of moving parts,
breakage of parts and any other condition that
may a󰀨ect the power tool’s operation. If dam-
aged, have the power tool repaired before use.
Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained
power tools.

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6. Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly
maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges
are less likely to bind and are easier to control.
7. Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits
etc. in accordance with these instructions, tak-
ing into account the working conditions and
the work to be performed. Use of the power tool
for operations di󰀨erent from those intended could
result in a hazardous situation.
8. Keep handles and grasping surfaces dry,
clean and free from oil and grease. Slippery
handles and grasping surfaces do not allow for
safe handling and control of the tool in unexpected
situations.
9. When using the tool, do not wear cloth work
gloves which may be entangled. The entangle-
ment of cloth work gloves in the moving parts may
result in personal injury.
Battery tool use and care
1. Recharge only with the charger specied by
the manufacturer. A charger that is suitable for
one type of battery pack may create a risk of re
when used with another battery pack.
2. Use power tools only with specically desig-
nated battery packs. Use of any other battery
packs may create a risk of injury and re.
3. When battery pack is not in use, keep it away
from other metal objects, like paper clips,
coins, keys, nails, screws or other small metal
objects, that can make a connection from one
terminal to another. Shorting the battery termi-
nals together may cause burns or a re.
4. Under abusive conditions, liquid may be
ejected from the battery; avoid contact. If con-
tact accidentally occurs, ush with water. If
liquid contacts eyes, additionally seek medical
help. Liquid ejected from the battery may cause
irritation or burns.
5. Do not use a battery pack or tool that is dam-
aged or modied. Damaged or modied batteries
may exhibit unpredictable behaviour resulting in
re, explosion or risk of injury.
6. Do not expose a battery pack or tool to re or
excessive temperature. Exposure to re or tem-
perature above 130 °C may cause explosion.
7. Follow all charging instructions and do not
charge the battery pack or tool outside the
temperature range specied in the instruc-
tions. Charging improperly or at temperatures
outside the specied range may damage the
battery and increase the risk of re.
Service
1. Have your power tool serviced by a qualied
repair person using only identical replacement
parts. This will ensure that the safety of the power
tool is maintained.
2. Never service damaged battery packs. Service
of battery packs should only be performed by the
manufacturer or authorized service providers.
3. Follow instruction for lubricating and chang-
ing accessories.
Important safety instructions for the tool
WARNING: Be sure to thoroughly read and under-
stand this instruction manual as well as the instruction
manual of the portable power pack to be used with this
tool. Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may
result in electric shock, re and/or serious injury.
WARNING: Read all safety warnings and all
instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and instruc-
tions may result in electric shock, re and/or serious injury.
Save all warnings and instruc-
tions for future reference.
Intended use
1. This tool is only intended for cutting grass,
weeds, bushes and undergrowth. It should not
be used for any other purpose such as edging
or hedge cutting as this may cause injury.
General instructions
1. Never allow people unfamiliar with these
instructions, people (including children) with
reduced physical, sensory or mental capabil-
ities, or lack of experience and knowledge to
use the tool. Children should be supervised to
ensure that they do not play with the tool.
2.
Before starting the tool, read this instruction man-
ual to become familiar with the handling of the tool.
3. Do not lend the tool to a person with insu󰀩-
cient experience or knowledge regarding han-
dling of brushcutters and string trimmers.
4. When lending the tool, always attach this
instruction manual.
5. Handle the tool with the utmost care and
attention.
6. Never use the tool after consuming alcohol or
drugs, or if feeling tired or ill.
7. Never attempt to modify the tool.
8. Follow the regulations about handling of
brushcutters and string trimmers in your
country.
Personal protective equipment
1. Wear safety helmet, protective goggles and
protective gloves to protect yourself from
ying debris or falling objects.

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2. Wear ear protection such as ear mu󰀨s to pre-
vent hearing loss.
3. Wear proper clothing and shoes for safe
operation, such as a work overall and sturdy,
non-slip shoes. Do not wear loose clothing or
jewelry. Loose clothes, jewelry or long hair can be
caught in moving parts.
4.
When touching the cutting blade, wear protective
gloves. Cutting blades can cut bare hands severely.
Work area safety
1. Operate the tool under good visibility and day-
light conditions only. Do not operate the tool in
darkness or fog.
2. Do not operate the tool in explosive atmo-
spheres, such as in the presence of ammable
liquids, gases or dust. The tool creates sparks
which may ignite the dust or fumes.
3. During operation, never stand on an unstable
or slippery surface or a steep slope. During
the cold season, beware of ice and snow and
always ensure secure footing.
4. During operation, keep bystanders or animals
at least 15 m away from the tool. Stop the tool
as soon as someone approaches.
5. Never operate the tool while people, especially
children, or pets are nearby.
6. Before operation, examine the work area for
stones or other solid objects. They can be
thrown or cause dangerous kickback and result in
serious injury and/or property damage.
7. 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
pesticides, insecticides, fertilizers and herbi-
cides. 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 specially designed
to lter out microscopic particles.
Electrical and battery safety
1. Do not expose the tool to rain or wet condi-
tions. Water entering the tool will increase the risk
of electric shock.
2. Do not use the tool if the switch does not
turn it on and o󰀨. Any tool that cannot be con-
trolled with the switch is dangerous and must be
repaired.
3. Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the
switch is in the o󰀨-position before picking up
or carrying the tool. Carrying the tool with your
nger on the switch or energising the tool that
have the switch on invites accidents.
4. Do not dispose of the battery(ies) in a re.
The cell may explode. Check with local codes for
possible special disposal instructions.
5. 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.
6. Do not charge battery in rain, or in wet
locations.
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. Do not connect/disconnect the plug to/from
the socket of the portable power pack in the
rain or wet conditions. Do not leave, use, or
store the tool and portable power pack in the
rain or a damp or wet place. Doing so may
cause electric shock.
11. After removing the battery from the portable
power pack or charger, be sure to attach the
battery cover to the battery and store it in a dry
place.
12. 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.
Putting into operation
1. Before assembling or adjusting the tool, dis-
connect the portable power pack from the tool.
2. Before handling the cutter blade, wear protec-
tive gloves.
3. Before connecting the portable power pack to
the tool, inspect the tool for damages, loose
screws/nuts or improper assembly. Sharpen
blunt cutter blade. If the cutter blade is bent or
damaged, replace it. Check all control levers
and switches for easy action. Clean and dry
the handles.
4. Never attempt to switch on the tool if it is dam-
aged or not fully assembled. Otherwise serious
injury may result.
5. Adjust the shoulder harness and hand grip to
suit the operator's body size.
6. When connecting the portable power pack
to the tool, keep the cutting attachment clear
of your body and other object, including the
ground. It may rotate when starting and may
cause injury or damage to the tool and/or property.
7. Remove any adjusting key, wrench or blade
cover before turning the tool on. An accessory
left attached to a rotating part of the tool may
result in personal injury.
8. The cutting tool has to be equipped with the
guard. Never run the tool with damaged guards
or without guards in place!
9. Make sure there are no electrical cables, water
pipes, gas pipes etc. that could cause a hazard
if damaged by use of the tool.

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Operation
1. In the event of an emergency, switch o󰀨 the
tool immediately.
2. If you feel any unusual condition (e.g. noise,
vibration) during operation, switch o󰀨 the tool
and disconnect the portable power pack from
the tool. Do not use the tool until the cause is
recognized and solved.
3. The cutting attachment continues to rotate for
a short period after turning the tool o󰀨. Don't
rush to contact the cutting attachment.
4. During operation, use the shoulder harness.
Keep the tool on your right side rmly.
5. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and
balance at all times. Watch for hidden obsta-
cles such as tree stumps, roots and ditches to
avoid stumbling.
6. Always be sure of your footing on slopes.
7. Walk, never run.
8. Never work on a ladder or tree to avoid loss of
control.
9. If the tool gets heavy impact or fall, check the
condition before continuing work. Check the
controls and safety devices for malfunction. If
there is any damage or doubt, ask our autho-
rized service center for the inspection and
repair.
10. Do not touch the gear case during and imme-
diately after the operation. The gear case
becomes hot during operation and can cause burn
injury.
11. Take a rest to prevent loss of control caused
by fatigue. We recommend taking a 10 to 20-min-
ute rest every hour.
12. When you leave the tool, even if it is a short
time, always disconnect the portable power
pack from the tool. The unattended tool with the
battery cartridge installed may be used by unau-
thorized person and cause serious accident.
13. If grass or branches get caught between the
cutting attachment and guard, always turn the
tool o󰀨 and disconnect the portable power
pack from the tool. Otherwise the cutting attach-
ment may rotate unintentionally and cause serious
injury.
14. Never touch moving hazardous parts before
the moving hazardous parts have come to a
complete stop and the portable power pack is
disconnected from the tool.
15. If the cutting attachment hits stones or other
hard objects, immediately turn the tool o󰀨.
Then disconnect the portable power pack from
the tool and inspect the cutting attachment.
16. Check the cutting attachment frequently
during operation for cracks or damages.
Before the inspection, disconnect the porta-
ble power pack from the tool and make sure
that the cutting attachment stops completely.
Replace damaged cutting attachment immedi-
ately, even if it has only supercial cracks.
17. Never cut above waist height.
18. Before starting the cutting operation, wait until
the cutting attachment reaches a constant
speed after turning the tool on.
19. When using a cutting blade, swing the tool
evenly in half-circle from right to left, like
using a scythe.
20. Hold the tool by insulated gripping surfaces
only, because the cutter blade may contact
hidden wiring. Cutter blades contacting a "live"
wire may make exposed metal parts of the tool
"live" and could give the operator an electric
shock.
21. Do not start the tool when the cutting tool is
tangled with cut grass.
22. Before starting the tool, be sure that the cut-
ting tool is not touching the ground and other
obstacles such as a tree.
23. During operation always hold the tool with
both hands. Never hold the tool with one hand
during use.
24. Do not use the tool when there is a risk of
lightning.
25. When you use the tool on muddy ground, wet
slope, or slippery place, pay attention to your
footing.
26. Avoid working in poor environment where
increased user fatigue is expected.
27. 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.
28. Do not submerge the tool into a puddle.
29. Do not leave the tool unattended outdoors in
the rain.
30. When wet leaves or dirt adhere to the suc-
tion mouth (ventilation window) due to rain,
remove them.
31. Do not use the tool in the snow.
Cutting tools
1. Do not use a cutting tool which is not recom-
mended by Makita.
2. Use an applicable cutting attachment for the
job in hand.
— Nylon cutting heads (string trimmer heads)
and plastic blades are suitable for trimming
lawn grass.
— Cutting blades are suitable for cutting weeds,
high grasses, bushes, shrubs, underwood,
thicket, and the like.
— Never use other blades including metal
multi-piece pivoting chains and ail blades. It
may result in serious injury.
3. Only use the cutting tool that are marked with
a speed equal or higher than the speed marked
on the tool.
4. Always keep your hands, face, and clothes
away from the cutting tool when it is rotating.
Failure to do so may cause personal injury.
5. Always use the cutting attachment guard prop-
erly suited for the cutting attachment used.
6. When using cutting blades, avoid kickback
and always prepare for an accidental kickback.
See the section for Kickback.
7. When not in use, attach the blade cover onto
the blade. Remove the cover before operation.

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Kickback (Blade thrust)
1. Kickback (blade thrust) is a sudden reaction
to a caught or bound cutting blade. Once it
occurs, the tool is thrown sideway or toward
the operator at great force and it may cause
serious injury.
2. Kickback occurs particularly when applying
the blade segment between 12 and 2 o'clock
to solids, bushes and trees with 3 cm or larger
diameter.
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3. To avoid kickback:
1. Apply the segment between 8 and 11
o'clock.
2. Never apply the segment between 12 and
2 o'clock.
3.
Never apply the segment between 11 and
12 o'clock and between 2 and 5 o'clock,
unless the operator is well trained and
experienced and does it at his/her own risk.
4. Never use cutting blades close to solids,
such as fences, walls, tree trunks and
stones.
5. Never use cutting blades vertically, for
such operations as edging and trimming
hedges.
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2
3
4
5
8
9
10
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Vibration
1. People with poor circulation who are exposed
to excessive vibration may experience injury
to blood vessels or the nervous system.
Vibration may cause the following symptoms
to occur in the ngers, hands or wrists: "Falling
asleep" (numbness), tingling, pain, stabbing sen-
sation, alteration of skin color or of the skin. If any
of these symptoms occur, see a physician!
2. To reduce the risk of "white nger disease",
keep your hands warm during operation and
well maintain the tool and accessories.
Transport
1. Before transporting the tool, turn it o󰀨 and
disconnect the portable power pack from the
tool. Attach the cover to the cutting blade.
2. When transporting the tool, carry it in a hori-
zontal position by holding the shaft.
3. When transporting the tool in a vehicle, prop-
erly secure it to avoid turnover. Otherwise
damage to the tool and other baggage may result.
Maintenance
1. Have your tool serviced by our authorized
service center, always using only genuine
replacement parts. Incorrect repair and poor
maintenance can shorten the life of the tool and
increase the risk of accidents.
2. Before doing any maintenance or repair work
or cleaning the tool, always turn it o󰀨 and
disconnect the portable power pack from the
tool.
3. Always wear protective gloves when handling
the cutting blade.
4. Always clean dust and dirt o󰀨 the tool. Never
use gasoline, benzine, thinner, alcohol or the
like for the purpose. Discoloration, deformation
or cracks of the plastic components may result.
5. After each use, tighten all screws and nuts.
6. Do not attempt any maintenance or repair not
described in the instruction manual. Ask our
authorized service center for such work.
7. Always use our genuine spare parts and
accessories only. Using parts or accessories
supplied by a third party may result in the tool
breakdown, property damage and/or serious
injury.
8. Request our authorized service center to
inspect and maintain the tool at regular
interval.
9. Always keep the tool in good working condi-
tion. Poor maintenance can result in inferior per-
formance and shorten the life of the tool.
10. Do not wash the tool with high pressure water.
11. When washing the tool, do not let water enter
the electrical mechanism such as motor and
terminals.
12. When storing the tool, avoid direct sunlight
and rain, and store it in a place where it does
not get hot or humid.
13. Perform inspection or maintenance in a place
where rain can be avoided.
14. 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.
15. Keep all cooling air inlets clear of debris.

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Storage
1. Before storing the tool, perform full cleaning
and maintenance. Disconnect the portable
power pack from the tool. Attach the cover to
the cutting blade.
2. Store the tool in a dry and high or locked loca-
tion out of reach of children.
3. Do not prop the tool against something, such
as a wall. Otherwise it may fall suddenly and
cause an injury.
First aid
1. Always have a rst-aid kit close by.
Immediately replace any item taken from the
rst aid kit.
2. When asking for help, give the following
information:
— Place of the accident
— What happened
— Number of injured persons
— Nature of the injury
— Your name
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 battery cartridge.
3. If operating time has become excessively
shorter, stop operating immediately. It may
result in a risk of overheating, possible burns
and even an explosion.
4. If electrolyte gets into your eyes, rinse them
out with clear water and seek medical 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 the tool and battery cartridge in
locations where the temperature may reach or
exceed 50 °C (122 °F).
7. Do not incinerate the battery cartridge even if
it is severely damaged or is completely worn
out. The battery cartridge can explode in a re.
8. Be careful not to drop or strike battery.
9. Do not use a damaged battery.
10. The contained lithium-ion batteries are subject
to the Dangerous Goods Legislation 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.
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. Charge the battery cartridge if you do not use
it for a long period (more than six months).

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PARTS DESCRIPTION
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15
13
6
7
7
8
8
9
9
10
10
11
13
12
UR201C
UR101C
1 2
3
4 5
14
13
14
1Speed indicator 2ADT indicator
(ADT = Automatic Torque
Drive Technology)
3Caution lamp 4Main power button
5Reverse button 6Plug 7Lock-o󰀨 lever 8Switch trigger
9Hanger 10 Handle 11 Barrier 12 Knob
13 Protector 14 Protector extension (for
nylon cutting head /
plastic blade)
15 Hanging band - -

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FUNCTIONAL
DESCRIPTION
WARNING: Always be sure that the tool
is switched o󰀨 and the portable power pack is
disconnected from the tool before adjusting or
checking function on the tool. Failure to switch o󰀨
and disconnect the portable power pack may result in
serious personal injury from accidental start-up.
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:
Caution lamp Status
Color On Blinking
Green Overload
Red (tool) / (battery) Overheat
Red Over
discharge
Overload protection
If the tool gets into one of the following situation, the
tool automatically stops and the caution lamp starts
blinking in green:
— The tool is overloaded by entangled weeds or
other debris.
— The cutting tool is locked or kicked back.
— The main power button is turned on while the
switch trigger is being pulled.
In this situation, release the switch trigger and remove
entangled weeds or debris if necessary. After that, pull
the switch trigger again to resume.
CAUTION: If you need to remove the entan-
gled weeds on the tool or release the locked
cutting tool, be sure to turn the tool o󰀨 before you
start.
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 overheated, 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.
Main power switch
Tap the main power button to turn on the tool.
To turn o󰀨 the tool, press and hold the main power
button until the speed indicator goes o󰀨.
2
1
► 1. Speed indicator 2. Main power button
NOTE: The tool will automatically turned o󰀨 if it is left
without any operations for a certain period of time.
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 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.
CAUTION: Before connecting the portable
power pack to the tool, always check to see that
the switch trigger actuates properly and returns
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 main
power button and switch trigger when carrying
the tool. The tool may start unintentionally and cause
injury.
NOTICE: Do not pull the switch trigger hard with-
out pressing the lock-o󰀨 lever. This can cause
switch breakage.
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 pull the switch trigger.
The tool speed increases by increasing pressure on the
switch trigger. Release the switch trigger to stop.

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UR101C
1
2
► 1. Lock-o󰀨 lever 2. Switch trigger
UR201C
1
2
► 1. Lock-o󰀨 lever 2. 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
Speed indicator Mode Rotation speed
High 0 - 7,000 min-1
Medium 0 - 5,500 min-1
Low 0 - 4,600 min-1
Automatic Torque Drive Technology
When you turn on the Automatic Torque Drive
Technology (ADT), the tool runs at optimum rotation
speed and torque for the condition of grass being cut.
To start ADT, press and hold the reverse button until the
ADT indicator turns on. After that, tap the main power
button to select the cutting tool attached to the tool.
Light the lamp beside marking to select cutter blade
and plastic blade, marking to select nylon cutting
head.
To stop ADT, press and hold the reverse button until the
ADT indicator turns o󰀨.
54
1
2
3
► 1. marking 2. marking 3. ADT indicator
4. Main power button 5. Reverse button
Indicator Mode Cutting tool Rotation
speed
ADT(Cutter
blade)
Cutter blade
Plastic blade
3,500 - 7,000
min-1
ADT(Nylon
cutting head)
Nylon cutting
head
3,500 - 5,500
min-1

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Reverse button for debris removal
WARNING: Switch o󰀨 the tool and disconnect
the portable power pack from the tool before you
remove entangled weeds or debris which the
reverse rotation function can not remove. Failure
to do so may result in serious personal injury from
accidental start-up.
This tool has a reverse button to change the direction of rotation.
It is only for removing weeds and debris entangled in the tool.
To reverse the rotation, tap the reverse button and pull
the switch trigger while depressing the lock-o󰀨 lever when
the cutting tool is stopped. The speed indicators and
ADT indicator start blinking, and the cutting tool rotates in
reverse direction when you pull the switch trigger.
To return to regular rotation, release the trigger and wait
until the cutting tool stops.
3
1
2
► 1. Speed indicator 2. ADT indicator 3. Reverse button
NOTE: During the reverse rotation, the tool operates only
for a short period of time and then automatically stops.
NOTE: Once the tool is stopped, the rotation returns
to regular direction when you start the tool again.
NOTE: If you tap the reverse button while the cutting
tool is still rotating, the tool comes to stop and to be
ready for reverse rotation.
Electric brake
This tool is equipped with an electric brake. If the tool
consistently fails to quickly stop after the switch trigger
is released, have the tool serviced at our service center.
CAUTION: This brake system is not a substi-
tute for the protector. Never use the tool without
the protector. An unguarded cutting tool may result
in serious personal injury.
Electronic function
Constant speed control
The speed control function provides the constant rota-
tion speed regardless of load conditions.
Soft start feature
Soft start because of suppressed starting shock.
ASSEMBLY
WARNING: Always be sure that the tool is
switched o󰀨 and the portable power pack is dis-
connected from the tool before carrying out any
work on the tool. Failure to switch o󰀨 and disconnect
the portable power pack may result in serious per-
sonal injury from accidental start-up.
WARNING: Never start the tool unless it is
completely assembled. Operation of the tool in a
partially assembled state may result in serious per-
sonal injury from accidental start-up.
Installing the handle
For UR101C
1. Insert the shaft of the handle into the grip. Align
the screw hole in the grip with the one in the shaft.
Tighten the screw securely.
1
3
2
► 1. Grip 2. Screw 3. Shaft
NOTICE: Note the direction of the grip. The
screw holes will not be aligned if the grip is not
inserted in the correct direction.
2. Place the spring onto the base.
1
2
3
4
5
6
► 1. Knob 2. Handle clamp 3. Handle 4. Handle holder
5. Spring 6. Base

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3. Place the handle between the handle clamp and
handle holder.
4. Temporarily attach the handle by tightening the
knob, and adjust the handle position.
5. Fully tighten the knob.
For UR201C
1. Attach the upper and lower clamps on the damper.
2. Put the handle on the upper clamp and x it with
hex socket head bolts as illustrated.
1
2 3
5
4
► 1. Hex socket head bolt 2. Handle 3. Upper clamp
4. Damper 5. Lower clamp
Attaching the barrier
For the loop handle model only (country specic)
If the barrier is included in your model, attach it to the
handle using the screw on the barrier.
1
2
► 1. Barrier 2. Screw
CAUTION: After assembling the barrier, do
not remove it. The barrier works as a safety part
to prevent you from contacting the cutting blade
accidentally.
Hex wrench storage
CAUTION: Be careful not to leave the hex
wrench inserted in the tool head. It may cause
injury and/or damage to the tool.
When not in use, store the hex wrench as illustrated to
keep it from being lost.
1
► 1. Hex wrench
For the bike handle model, the hex wrench can be
stored on the handle clamp as illustrated.
1
2
► 1. Hex wrench 2. Handle clamp
For the loop handle model, the hex wrench can be
stored on the handle as illustrated.
1
► 1. Hex wrench

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Correct combination of the cutting
tool and the protector
CAUTION: Always use the correct combi-
nation of cutting tool and the protector. A wrong
combination may not protect you from the cutting tool,
ying debris, and stones. It can also a󰀨ect the bal-
ance of the tool and result in an injury.
Cutting tool Protector
Cutter blade
(2-tooth, 3-tooth, 4-tooth
blades)
Nylon cutting head
Plastic blade
Installing the protector
WARNING: Never use the tool without the
guard or with the guard improperly installed.
Failure to do so can cause serious personal injury.
NOTE: The type of the protector supplied as the stan-
dard accessory varies depending on the countries.
For cutter blade
Attach the protector to the clamp using bolts.
1
2
► 1. Clamp 2. Protector
For nylon cutting head / plastic blade
CAUTION: Take care not to injure yourself on
the cutter for cutting the nylon cord.
Attach the protector to the clamp using bolts. After
that, install the protector extension. Insert the protector
extension to the protector and then snap the clips on.
Make sure that the tabs on the protector extension t
into the slots on the protector.
1
2
4
3
6
5
► 1. Protector 2. Clip 3. Protector extension 4. Cutter
5. Slot 6. Tab
To remove the protector extension from the protec-
tor, unclasp the clips by inserting the hex wrench as
illustrated.
1
2
► 1. Hex wrench 2. Clip
Installing the cutting tool
CAUTION: Always use the supplied wrenches
to remove or to install the cutting tool.
CAUTION: Be sure to remove the hex wrench
inserted into the tool head after installing the
cutting tool.
NOTE: The type of the cutting tool(s) supplied as
the standard accessory varies depending on the
countries. The cutting tool is not included in some
countries.
NOTE: Turn the tool upside down so that you can
replace the cutting tool easily.

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Cutter blade
CAUTION: When handling a cutter blade,
always wear gloves and put the blade cover on
the blade.
CAUTION: The cutter blade must be well pol-
ished, and free of cracks or breakage. If the cutter
blade hits a stone during operation, stop the tool and
check the cutter blade immediately.
CAUTION: Always use the cutter blade
with the diameter described in the section for
specications.
1
2
4
5
6
7
3
► 1. Nut 2. Cup 3. Clamp washer 4. Cutter blade
5. Spindle 6. Receive washer 7. Hex wrench
1. Insert the hex wrench through the hole in the gear
case to lock the spindle. Rotate the spindle until the hex
wrench is fully inserted.
2. Mount the cutter blade onto the receive washer
so that the arrows on the cutter blade and protector are
pointing in the same direction.
1
1
► 1. Arrow
3. Put the clamp washer and cup onto the cutter
blade and then tighten the nut securely by the box
wrench.
1
2
3
4
► 1. Box wrench 2. Hex wrench 3. Loosen 4. Tighten
NOTE: Tightening torque : 20 - 30 N•m
4. Remove the hex wrench from the gear case.
To remove the cutter blade, follow the installation proce-
dures in reverse.
Nylon cutting head
NOTICE: Be sure to use genuine Makita nylon
cutting head.
There are two types of nylon cutting head; the bump &
feed type and the manual feed type.
Bump & feed type
4
5
3
1
2
► 1. Nylon cutting head 2. Spindle 3. Hex wrench
4. Loosen 5. Tighten
1. Insert the hex wrench through the hole in the gear
case to lock the spindle. Rotate the spindle until the hex
wrench is fully inserted.
2. Place the nylon cutting head onto the spindle and
tighten it securely by hand.
3. Remove the hex wrench from the gear case.
To remove the nylon cutting head, follow the installation
procedures in reverse.

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Manual feed type
4
1
3
2
► 1. Nut 2. Nylon cutting head 3. Spindle 4. Hex
wrench
1. Insert the hex wrench through the hole in the gear
case to lock the spindle. Rotate the spindle until the hex
wrench is fully inserted.
2. Place the nylon cutting head onto the spindle and
tighten the nut securely by the box wrench.
2
1
3
4
► 1. Box wrench 2. Hex wrench 3. Loosen 4. Tighten
3. Remove the hex wrench from the gear case.
To remove the nylon cutting head, follow the installation
procedures in reverse.
Plastic blade
NOTICE: Be sure to use genuine Makita plastic
blade.
4
5
3
1
2
► 1. Plastic blade 2. Spindle 3. Hex wrench 4. Loosen
5. Tighten
1. Insert the hex wrench through the hole in the gear
case to lock the spindle. Rotate the spindle until the hex
wrench is fully inserted.
2. Place the plastic blade onto the spindle and
tighten it securely by hand.
3. Remove the hex wrench from the gear case.
To remove the plastic blade, follow the installation pro-
cedures in reverse.
OPERATION
Adjusting the working position
CAUTION: Before performing this procedure,
install the battery cartridge(s) to the portable
power pack and nish the adjustments for the
waist belt and shoulder harness. Refer to the
instruction manual of the portable power pack for
detail.
CAUTION: To prevent unintentional start up,
never turn on the portable power pack throughout
this procedure. The battery cartridge(s) is to be
installed only to obtain the usability with actual weight
balance.

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1. Pull out the cord from the right side of the portable
power pack. When pulling out the cord, be sure to set
the cord in the holders as shown in the gure.
2
1
► 1. Cord 2. Holder
2. Attach the hooks of the hanging band to the rings
of the shoulder belts or waist harness as shown in the
gure.
Attaching hanging band to the shoulder belt
1
3
2
2
3
► 1. Hanging band 2. Ring 3. Hook
Attaching hanging band to the shoulder belt and
waist belt
1
3
2
2
3
► 1. Hanging band 2. Ring 3. Hook
3. Wear the shoulder harness of the portable power
pack and lock the buckle on the waist belt.
Adjust the length of the hanging band as necessary.

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4. Attach the tool to the shoulder harness using
the hook on the hanging band. Be sure to hook on the
hanger of the tool.
UR101C
1
2
► 1. Hook 2. Hanger
UR201C
1
2
► 1. Hook 2. Hanger
5. Insert the plug of the tool into the socket of the
portable power pack.
When inserting, align the triangle marking on both the
plug and the socket.
UR101C
1
2
3
► 1. Plug 2. Socket 3. Triangle marking
UR201C
12
3
► 1. Plug 2. Socket 3. Triangle marking
6. Adjust the cord length using the holder as
necessary.
1
► 1. Holder
The cord length is properly adjusted when you can;
— swing the tool without any hinderance by the cord;
— swing the tool without letting the cord opping and;
— disconnect the plug from the socket without taking
o󰀨 the shoulder harness of the portable power pack.
CAUTION: Allow the cord to have a appro-
priate play between the tool and portable power
pack. If the play is too little, the tool movement may
be hindered. If the play is too much, the cord may be
caught by other object and result in accident.

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Adjusting the hanger position
For UR101C only
For more comfortable handling of the tool, you can
change the hanger position.
1. Loosen the screw on the hanger and slide it to a
comfortable working position.
1
2
3
► 1. Hanger 2. Screw 3. Cord
NOTICE: When adjusting the hanger position,
also adjust the cord position.
2. Adjust the hanger position as shown in the gure
and then tighten the screw.
1
2
3
750 mm
750 mm
100-300 mm
1The hanger position from the ground
2The cutting tool position from the ground
3The horizontal distance between the hanger
and the unguarded part of the cutting tool
Starting the operation
CAUTION: Before operation, nish adjusting
the working position by following the instructions
in the section for the working position.
CAUTION: Before operation, make sure that
the buckles on the waist belt is locked and the
tool is securely attached to the hook of the hang-
ing band.
CAUTION: Always press the main power but-
ton to turn on the tool immediately before cutting
grass. Failure to do so may cause personal injury
due to unintentional start up.
1. Install the battery cartridge(s) to the portable
power pack.
1
2
► 1. Portable power pack 2. Battery cartridge
NOTE: Refer to the instruction manual of your
portable power pack for how to install the battery
cartridges.
2. Press the power button on the portable power
pack. The main power lamp will light up.
1
2
► 1. Main power lamp 2. Power button

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3. Wear the shoulder harness of the portable power
pack and lock the buckle on the waist belt.
4. Attach the tool to the shoulder harness using
the hook on the hanging band. Be sure to hook on the
hanger of the tool.
UR101C
1
2
► 1. Hook 2. Hanger
UR201C
1
2
► 1. Hook 2. Hanger
5. Insert the plug of the tool into the socket of the
portable power pack.
When inserting, align the triangle marking on both the
plug and the socket.
UR101C
1
2
3
► 1. Plug 2. Socket 3. Triangle marking
UR201C
12
3
► 1. Plug 2. Socket 3. Triangle marking
6. Tap the main power button to turn on the tool.
The tool is ready to operate. The tool will run when you
pull the switch trigger.
1
► 1. Main power button
CAUTION: When suspending the operation,
always turn o󰀨 the tool and remove the plug from
the socket. Failure to do so may cause personal
injury due to unintentional start up.