Makita DUH483 Manuel D'instructions page 10

Indication lamp
The lamp blinks in red
The lamp lights up in red.
(Note 1)
The lamp lights up in red.
(Note 1)
Note 1: The time at which the indication lamp lights up varies by the temperature around the work area and the battery
cartridge conditions.
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OPERATION
CAUTION:
• Be careful not to accidentally contact a metal fence or
other hard objects while trimming. The blade will break
and may cause serious injury.
• Overreaching with a hedge trimmer, particularly from a
ladder, is extremely dangerous. Do not work from
anything wobbly or infirm.
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. (Fig. 6)
CAUTION:
• Do not cut off dead trees or similar hard objects. Failure
to do so may damage the tool. (Fig. 7)
Hold the trimmer with both hands and pull the switch
trigger A or B and then move it in front of your body.
(Fig. 8)
As a basic operation, tilt the blades towards the trimming
direction and move it calmly and slowly at the speed rate
of 3 - 4 seconds per meter. (Fig. 9)
To cut a hedge top evenly, it helps to tie a string at the
desired hedge height and to trim along it, using it as a
reference line. (Fig. 10)
Attaching the chip receiver (optional accessory) on the
tool when trimming the hedge straight can avoid cut off
leaves' being thrown away. (Fig. 11)
To cut a hedge side evenly, it helps to cut from the bottom
upwards. (Fig. 12)
Trim boxwood or rhododendron from the base toward the
top for a nice appearance and good job.
Installing or removing chip receiver
(optional accessory)
CAUTION:
• Always be sure that the tool is switched off and
unplugged before installing or removing chip receiver.
NOTE:
• When replacing the chip receiver, always wear gloves
so that hands and face does not directly contact the
blade. Failure to do so may cause personal injury.
• Always be sure to remove the blade cover before
installing the chip receiver.
• The chip receiver receives cut-off leaves and alleviates
collecting thrown-away leaves. This can be installed on
either side of the tool. (Fig. 13)
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Status
This indicates the appropriate time to
replace the battery cartridge when the
battery power becomes low.
This function works when the battery power
is almost used up. At this time, tool stops
immediately.
Autostop due to overload
Recharge the battery cartridge as soon
as possible.
Recharge the battery cartridge.
Turn off the tool.
Press the chip receiver on the shear blades so that its slits
overlap with the nuts on the shear blades. (Fig. 14)
At this time, the chip receiver needs to be installed so that
its hooks fit into grooves in the shear blade unit. (Fig. 15)
To remove the chip receiver, press its lever on both sides
so that the hooks are unlocked.
CAUTION:
• The blade cover (standard equipment) cannot be
installed on the tool with the chip receiver being
installed. Before carrying or storing, uninstall the chip
receiver and then install the blade cover to avoid blade
exposure.
NOTE:
• Check the chip receiver for secure installment before
use.
• Never try to uninstall the chip receiver by an excessive
force with its hooks locked in the blade unit grooves.
Using the excessive force may damage it.
MAINTENANCE
CAUTION:
• Always be sure that the tool is switched off and the
battery cartridge is removed before attempting to
perform inspection or maintenance.
Cleaning the tool
Clean out the tool by wiping off dust with a dry or soap-
dipped rag.
CAUTION:
• Never use gasoline, benzine, thinner, alcohol or the
like. Discoloration, deformation or cracks may result.
Blade maintenance
Smear the blade before and once per hour during
operation using machine oil or the like.
NOTE:
• Before smearing the blade, remove the chip receiver.
After operation, remove dust from both sides of the blade
with wired brush, wipe it off with a rag and then apply
enough low-viscosity oil, such as machine oil etc. and
spray-type lubricating oil.
CAUTION:
• Do not wash the blades in water. Failure to do so may
cause rust or damage on the tool.
Action to be taken