Working With The Tool - Makita DUA300 Instruction Manual

Attaching the shoulder harness
CAUTION:
When you use the tool in combi-
nation of the backpack-type power supply such
as portable power pack, do not use the shoulder
harness included in the tool package, but use the
hanging band recommended by Makita.
If you put on the shoulder harness included in the tool pack-
age and the shoulder harness of the backpack-type power
supply at the same time, removing the tool or backpack-type
power supply is difficult in case of an emergency, and it may
cause an accident or injury. For the recommended hanging
band, ask Makita Authorized Service Centers.
CAUTION:
Always use the shoulder harness
attached to the tool. Before operation, adjust the shoul-
der harness according to the user size to prevent fatigue.
CAUTION:
Before operation, make sure that
the shoulder harness is properly attached to the
hanger on the tool.
CAUTION:
Before operation, make sure that the
buckle of the shoulder harness is fastened firmly.
CAUTION:
Always use the shoulder harness dedi-
cated to this tool. Do not use other shoulder harnesses.
1. Put on the shoulder harness and fasten the
buckle.
► 1 . Buckle
NOTE: When removing the shoulder harness, unlock
the buckle and remove the shoulder harness.
2. Adjust the shoulder harness to a comfortable
working position.
3.
hanger.
1
► 1 . Hook 2. Hanger
The shoulder harness features a means of quick
release. Simply squeeze the sides of the buckle to
release the shoulder harness.
1
► 1 . Buckle

Working with the tool

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CAUTION:
from the saw chain when the motor is operating.
CAUTION:
hands when the motor is running.
CAUTION:
footing and balance at all times.
CAUTION:
be careful not to lose your balance due to the
weight of the tool head.
CAUTION:
a cut branch falls towards the operator.
CAUTION:
for cutting. Otherwise, dangerous kickback may
occur, and it may result in personal injury.
NOTICE:
NOTICE:
NOTICE:
damage the tool.
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Clasp the hook on the shoulder harness to tool's
2
Keep all parts of the body away
Hold the tool firmly with both
Do not overreach. Keep proper
When cutting through branches,
Always keep escape route in case
Never use the tip of the guide bar
Never toss or drop the tool.
Do not cover the vents of the tool.
Do not force the tool. Otherwise, it may