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Makita DUR368A Instruction Manual

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DUR368A
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  • Page 1 INSTRUCTION MANUAL Cordless Grass Trimmer DUR368A DUR368L Read before use.

  • Page 2: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS Model: DUR368A DUR368L Handle type Bike handle Loop handle No load speed Cutter blade / Nylon cutting 3: 6,500 min (at each rotation speed level) head / Plastic blade 2: 5,300 min 1: 3,500 min Overall length 1,758 mm...

  • Page 3: General Power Tool Safety Warnings

    Personal safety SAFETY WARNINGS 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 General power tool safety warnings under the influence of drugs, alcohol or med- ication.

  • Page 4: Intended Use

    Power tool use and care Do not use a battery pack or tool that is dam- aged or modified. Damaged or modified batteries Do not force the power tool. Use the correct may exhibit unpredictable behaviour resulting in power tool for your application. The correct fire, explosion or risk of injury. power tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed.

  • Page 5: Personal Protective Equipment

    Personal protective equipment Electrical and battery safety Do not expose the tool to rain or wet condi- tions. Water entering the tool will increase the risk of electric shock. Do not use the tool if the switch does not turn it on and off. Any tool that cannot be con- trolled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.

  • Page 6: Cutting Tools

    Operation 19. Hold the tool by insulated gripping surfaces only, because the cutter blade may contact In the event of an emergency, switch off the hidden wiring. Cutter blades contacting a "live" tool immediately. wire may make exposed metal parts of the tool If you feel any unusual condition (e.g. noise, "live" and could give the operator an electric vibration) during operation, switch off the shock.

  • Page 7: First Aid

    Transport Before transporting the tool, turn it off and remove the battery cartridge. Attach the cover to the cutting blade. When transporting the tool, carry it in a hori- zontal position by holding the shaft. When transporting the tool in a vehicle, prop- erly secure it to avoid turnover.
  • Page 8 MISUSE or failure to follow the safety causing fires, personal injury and damage. It will rules stated in this instruction manual may cause also void the Makita warranty for the Makita tool and serious personal injury. charger. Tips for maintaining maximum...

  • Page 9: Parts Description

    PARTS DESCRIPTION DUR368L DUR368A Speed indicator ADT indicator Power lamp Main power button (ADT = Automatic Torque Drive Technology) Reverse button Battery cartridge Lock-off lever Switch trigger Hanger Handle Barrier (country specific) Protector (for nylon cutting head / plastic blade) Protector (for cutter Shoulder harness blade) NOTE: The protector supplied as the standard accessory varies depending on the countries. 9 ENGLISH...

  • Page 10: Functional Description

    FUNCTIONAL Status Speed indicator Blinking DESCRIPTION Overload WARNING: Always be sure that the tool is switched off and the battery cartridge is removed before adjusting or checking function on the tool. Overheat Failure to switch off and remove the battery cartridge may result in serious personal injury from accidental start-up. Installing or removing battery Over cartridge discharge CAUTION:...

  • Page 11: Main Power Switch

    Tap the main power button to turn on the tool. The tool speed increases by increasing pressure on the To turn off the tool, press and hold the main power but- switch trigger. Release the switch trigger to stop. ton until the power lamp and speed indicator go off. DUR368A ► 1 . Speed indicator 2. Main power button 3. Power ► 1 . Lock-off lever 2. Switch trigger lamp NOTE: The tool will automatically turned off if it is left without any operations for a certain period of time.
  • Page 12 DUR368L 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 off. ► 1 .

  • Page 13: Installing The Handle

    Installing the handle For DUR368A 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 . Reverse button 2. Power lamp NOTE: During the reverse rotation, the tool operates only for a short period of time and then automatically stops.
  • Page 14 For DUR368L Hex wrench storage Attach the upper and lower clamps on the damper. Put the handle on the upper clamp and fix it with CAUTION: Be careful not to leave the hex hex socket head bolts as illustrated. 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.

  • Page 15: Cutter Blade

    For nylon cutting head / plastic blade Cutting tool Protector Cutter blade CAUTION: Take care not to injure yourself on (3-tooth, 4-tooth, and 8-tooth the cutter for cutting the nylon cord. blades) Attach the protector to the clamp using bolts. Nylon cutting head Plastic blade ► 1 .

  • Page 16: Nylon Cutting Head

    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. ► 1 . Nut 2. Clamp washer 3. Cutter blade 4. Receive washer 5. Spindle 6. Hex wrench Insert the hex wrench through the hole in the tool ► 1 .

  • Page 17: Operation

    Wear the shoulder harness on your left shoulder. working position. Clasp the hook on the shoulder strap to tool's hanger. The shoulder harness features a means of quick release. DUR368A Simply squeeze the sides of the buckle to release the tool from the shoulder harness. DUR368A ► 1 . Hook 2. Hanger ► 1 . Buckle...
  • Page 18 Remove the blade cover from the the hanger to a comfortable working position and then cutter blade when cutting the grass. tighten the bolt. Correct positioning and handling allow optimum control DUR368A and reduce the risk of injury caused by kickback. DUR368A ► 1 . Hanger 2. Hex socket head bolt 18 ENGLISH...

  • Page 19: Maintenance

    NOTICE: Never use gasoline, benzine, thinner, alcohol or the like. Discoloration, deformation or cracks may result. 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. 19 ENGLISH...
  • Page 20 95-M10L 100 mm 80 mm 20 ENGLISH...
  • Page 21 B&F ECO 4L 100 mm 80 mm 21 ENGLISH...
  • Page 22 For Ultra Auto 4 100 mm 80 mm 22 ENGLISH...
  • Page 23 UN-74N 100 mm 80 mm 23 ENGLISH...
  • Page 24 Manual feed type When the nylon cord gets short, pull it out from the eyelet and feed it from the another eyelet. 0.75 m 1 mm 150 mm 24 ENGLISH...

  • Page 25: Troubleshooting

    Replace the blade if it is worn out or broken. ► 1 . Arrow on the protector 2. Arrow on the blade TROUBLESHOOTING Before asking for repairs, conduct your own inspection first. If you find 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.

  • Page 26: Optional Accessories

    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. If you need any assistance for more details regard- ing these accessories, ask your local Makita Service Center.
  • Page 28 Makita Corporation 3-11-8, Sumiyoshi-cho, Anjo, Aichi 446-8502 Japan 885716-929 www.makita.com 20190206...

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