Overdischarge Protection; Overload Protection - Makita DUH604S Instruction Manual

NOTE: Depending on the conditions of use and the ambient tem-
perature, the indication may differ slightly from the actual capacity.
Speed adjusting
You can adjust the tool speed by pressing the main
power button. Each time you press the main power
button, the level of speed changes.
► Fig.3: 1. Speed indicator 2. Main power button
Indicator
Tool / battery protection system
The tool is equipped with a tool/battery protection sys-
tem. This system automatically cuts off power to the
motor to extend tool and battery life. The tool will auto-
matically stop during operation if the tool or battery is
placed under one of the following conditions:
Status
On
Overload
Overheat
Over
discharge

Overload protection

If the tool is overloaded by entangled branches or other
debris, the indicators for "2" and "3" start blinking and
the tool automatically stops.
In this situation, turn the tool off and stop the application that caused
the tool to become overloaded. Then turn the tool on to restart.
NOTICE:
Depending on the usage conditions,
the tool is automatically turned off without any
indication if the tool is overloaded by entangled
branches or debris. In this case, switch off the tool
and remove the battery cartridge, and then remove
entangled branches or debris using tools such as
pliers. After removing the branches or debris, install
the battery cartridge and turn on the tool again.
Mode Stroke speed
High 4,400 min
Medium 3,600 min
Low 2,000 min
Indicator lamps
Off Blinking
Overheat protection for tool or
battery
There are two types of overheating; tool overheating
and battery overheating. When the tool overheating
occurs, all speed indicators blink. When the battery
overheating occurs, indicator for "1" blinks.
If the overheating occurs, the tool stops automatically.
Let the tool and/or battery cool down before turning the
tool on again.

Overdischarge protection

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When the battery capacity becomes low, the tool stops
automatically and indicator for "1" blinks.
If the tool does not operate even when the switches are
operated, remove the battery from the tool and charge
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the battery.
Power switch action
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WARNING:
equipped with lever which prevents the tool from
unintended starting. NEVER use the tool if it runs
when you simply pull the switch triggers without
pressing the lever. Return the tool to our autho-
rized service center for proper repairs BEFORE
further usage.
WARNING:
pose and function of the lever.
WARNING:
cartridge on the tool, always check to see that
the switch triggers and lever actuate properly
and return 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 per-
sonal injury.
CAUTION:
switch triggers when carrying. The tool may start
unintentionally and cause injury.
NOTICE:
Do not pull the switch trigger hard
without pressing the lever. This can cause switch
breakage.
Press the main power button to turn on the tool. The
power lamp lights up when the tool is turned on. To turn
off the tool, press and hold the main power button. The
power lamp goes off when the tool is turned off.
► Fig.4: 1. Power lamp 2. Main power button
NOTE: The tool is automatically turned off if the tool is
not operated for a certain period.
To prevent the switch trigger from being accidentally
pulled, the lever is provided. To start the tool, pull the
front switch trigger, and then pull the rear switch trigger
while pressing the lever. When you release either of the
switch triggers, the tool stops.
► Fig.5: 1. Lever 2. Rear switch trigger 3. Front switch
trigger
12 ENGLISH
For your safety, this tool is
NEVER tape down or defeat pur-
Before installing the battery
Never put your finger on the