Makita UN490D Manuel D'instructions page 10

Adjusting the cutting angle
WARNING:
• Do not operate the tool with the loose and unstable
cutter unit. Otherwise the cutter unit may change
direction suddenly and cause injury.
CAUTION:
• The cutter unit is fastened only with certain angles
alongside the groove on the unit. Make sure the cutter
unit sits properly. If the angle is not appropriate, the
clutch is cut and the tool does not operate.
• Do not adjust the cutter unit while the pole hedge
trimmer is in an upright position.
• Switch off the tool and remove the battery cartridge,
and lay the pole hedge trimmer flat on the ground to
adjust the cutting angle.
• Always secure the blades with the blade cover
provided before adjusting cutting angle. (Fig. 8)
You can adjust the cutting angle upwards to 45° and
downwards to 90°.
1. Remove the battery and lay the machine on the
ground.
2. To adjust the angle of the cutter unit, hold the handle
on the cutter unit with one hand, and hold the angle
lock as illustrated with the other hand.
3. Pull the angle lock gently, and change the angle of the
cutter unit. After adjusting the angle, return the angle
lock gently. (Fig. 9)
In case the cutter unit is loose, the bolt (the axis of angle
adjustment) needs to be tightened.
4. Set the socket wrench and the hex wrench on the bolt.
5. Adjust the tightness of the cutter unit by turning hex
wrench, and then fasten the bolt by turning the socket
wrench.
NOTE:
• Do not fasten the cutter unit too tight. The angle of the
cutter unit can not be changed if it is too tight.
ASSEMBLY
WARNING:
• Always be sure that the tool is switched off and
battery cartridge is removed before carrying out
any work on the tool. Failure to switch off and remove
the battery cartridge may result in serious personal
injury from accidental start-up.
• Never start the tool unless it is completely
assembled. Operation of the tool in a partially
assembled state may result in serious personal injury
from accidental start-up.
Installing the battery guard (Fig. 10)
Install the battery guard and tighten it with four screws.
Installing the loop handle (Fig. 11)
Securely fit the loop handle onto the shaft pipe with two
screws and clamps.
Make sure that the loop handle assembly is located
between the front grip and the arrow mark.
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Attaching shoulder harness (Fig. 12)
Put the shoulder harness on your left shoulder by putting
your head and right arm through it. Keep the tool on your
right side.
After putting the shoulder harness, attach it to the tool by
connecting the buckles provided on both the tool hook
and the harness. Be sure that the buckles click and lock
completely in place.
Adjust the strap to the suitable length for your operation.
(Fig. 13)
The buckle is provided with a means of quick release
which can be accomplished by simply squeezing the
sides and the buckle.
WARNING:
• Be extremely careful to maintain control of the tool
at all times. Do not allow the tool to be deflected
toward you or anyone in the work vicinity. Failure to
keep control of the tool could result in serious injury to
the bystander and the operator.
OPERATION (Fig. 14)
Do not attempt to cut branches thicker than 20 mm
diameter with this trimmer. These should first be cut with
shears down to the hedge trimming level.
CAUTION:
• Do not cut off dead trees or similar hard objects. Failure
to do so may damage the tool.
Horizontal cut (Fig. 15)
When trimming hedges horizontally, follow the steps
below.
1. Pull the switch trigger fully.
2. Apply the blades to the hedge with an angle of 15° to
30°.
3. Trim the hedge with a swinging movement.
Vertical cut (Fig. 16)
When trimming hedges vertically, follow the steps below.
1. Pull the switch trigger fully.
2. Apply the blades to the hedge parallel to each other.
3. Trim the hedge from the bottom upwards with a
swinging movement.
MAINTENANCE
WARNING:
• Always be sure that the tool is switched off and
battery cartridge is removed before attempting to
perform inspection or maintenance on the tool.
Failure to switch off and remove the battery cartridge
may result in serious personal injury from accidental
start-up.
• Before handling or working around blades, wear
protective gloves and put the blade cover onto blades.
During the assembly or adjustment, your fingers may
contact with blades and it may cause serious injury.
• When inspecting or maintaining the equipment, always
put the hedge trimmer down. Assembling or adjusting
the equipment in an upright position may result in
serious injury.