SPECIFICATIONS Model: DUR184L Type of handle Loop handle No load speed 5,000 / 6,000 min Overall length 1,534 - 1,634 mm Nylon cord diameter 2.0 - 2.4 mm Applicable cutting tool and Nylon cutting head (P/N 300 mm cutting diameter...
12. Never operate the tool when tired, feeling ill or Makita, Jan-Baptist Vinkstraat 2, 3070, Belgium under the influence of alcohol or drugs. With nylon cutting head 13. The tool should be switched off immediately if The conformity assessment procedure required by it shows any signs of unusual operation.
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Starting up the tool Dress Properly. The clothing worn should be functional and appropriate, i.e. it should be Make sure that there are no children or other tight-fitting but not cause hindrance. Do not people within a working range of 15 meters wear either jewelry or clothing which could (50 ft), also pay attention to any animals in the become entangled with high grass.
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10. Should the cutting tool hit stones or other hard WARNING: DO NOT let comfort or familiarity objects, immediately switch off the motor and with product (gained from repeated use) replace inspect the cutting tool. strict adherence to safety rules for the subject Before commencing cutting, the cutting tool product.
Charge the battery cartridge with room tem- causing fires, personal injury and damage. It will perature at 10 °C - 40 °C (50 °F - 104 °F). Let also void the Makita warranty for the Makita tool and a hot battery cartridge cool down before charger. charging it.
Tool / battery protection system FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION The tool is equipped with a tool/battery protection system. This system automatically cuts off power to the motor to extend tool and battery life. The tool will WARNING: automatically stop during operation if the tool or battery Always be sure that the tool is is placed under one of the following conditions.
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Indicating the remaining battery capacity Only for battery cartridges with "B" at the end of the model number ► 1 . Main power button To prevent the switch trigger from being accidentally pulled, a lock-off lever is provided. To start the tool, grasp the rear handle (the lock-off lever is released by the grasp) and then pull the switch trig- ger.
The nylon cutting head is a dual string trimmer head Reverse button for debris removal provided with a bump & feed mechanism. To feed out the nylon cord, tap the cutting head against WARNING: the ground while rotating. Switch off the tool and remove the battery cartridge before you remove entan- NOTE: If the nylon cord does not feed out while gled weeds or debris which the reverse rotation...
Installing the grip Fit the grip onto the pipe and tighten it with the bolt and the knob. ► 1 . Protector 2. Projection 3. Groove Align the projections on the protector holder with its counter parts of the motor housing. ► 1 . Grip 2. Bolt 3. Knob Make sure that the grip is located in the straight area of the shaft shown in the figure.
CAUTION: Make sure to remove the hex wrench after installation. NOTICE: Be sure to use genuine Makita nylon To reduce the risk damaging the objects in front of the cutting head. cutting head, insert the wire guard so that it controls the cutting range of the mowing line. Turn the tool upside down so that you can replace the cutting tool easily.
MAINTENANCE WARNING: Always be sure that the tool is switched off and battery cartridge is removed before attempting to perform inspection or main- tenance on the tool. Failure to switch off and remove the battery cartridge may result in serious personal injury from accidental start-up. NOTICE: Never use gasoline, benzine, thinner, alcohol or the like.
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Wind all but about 100 mm (4”) of the cords, leav- be performed by Makita Authorized or Factory Service ing the ends temporarily hooked through a notch on the Centers, always using Makita replacement parts. side of the spool. Mount the spool on the cover so that the grooves and protrusions on the spool match up with those on the cover.
CAUTION: These accessories or attachments are recommended for use with your Makita tool specified 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.