Makita DUR364L Instruction Manual page 13

Power switch action
WARNING:
• Before inserting the battery cartridge into the tool,
always check to see that the switch trigger
actuates properly and returns 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 personal injury.
Press and hold the main power button for some seconds
to turn on the tool.
To turn off the tool, press and hold the main power button
again. (Fig. 8)
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 trigger. To
stop the tool, release the switch trigger. (Fig. 9)
NOTE:
• The tool is automatically turned off after the tool is left
one minute without any operations.
Speed adjusting (Fig. 8)
You can adjust the tool speed by tapping the main power
button.
Each time you tap the main power button,
indicator lights up.
speed.
Reverse button for debris removal
WARNING:
• Switch off the tool and remove the battery cartridge
before you remove entangled weeds or debris
which the reverse rotation function can not
remove. Failure to switch off and remove the battery
cartridge may result in serious personal injury from
accidental start-up.
This tool has a reverse button to change the direction of
rotation. It is only for removing weeds and debris
entangled in the tool. (Fig. 10)
To reverse the rotation, tap the reverse button and pull the
trigger when the tool's head is stopped. The power lamp
starts blinking, and the tool's head rotates in reverse
direction when you pull the switch trigger.
To return to regular rotation, release the trigger and wait
until the tool's head stops.
NOTE:
• During the reverse rotation, the tool operates only for a
short period of time and then automatically stops.
• Once the tool is stopped, the rotation returns to regular
direction when you start the tool again.
• If you tap the reverse button while the tool's head is still
rotating, the tool comes to stop and to be ready for
reverse rotation.
Nylon cutting head (optional accessory)
NOTICE:
• The bump feed will not operate properly if the head is
not rotating. (Fig. 11)
The nylon cutting head is a dual string trimmer head
provided with a bump & feed mechanism.
indicator or
is for high speed and
To cause the nylon cord to feed out, the cutting head
should be bumped against the ground while rotating.
NOTE:
If the nylon cord does not feed out while bumping the
head, rewind/replace the nylon cord by following the
procedures described under "Maintenance".
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 grip (Fig. 12)
Fit the grip onto the pipe and tighten it with two hex bolts.
Make sure that the grip is located further than the hanger.
Installing the guard
WARNING:
for low
• Never use the tool without the guard illustrated in
place. Failure to do so can cause serious personal
injury.
CAUTION:
• Take care not to injure yourself on the cutter for cutting
the nylon cord. (Fig. 13 & 14)
(The shape of the guard may differ from country to
country.)
Align the clamp on the pipe with the protector. And tighten
them with bolts.
Installing nylon cutting head or plastic
blade (optional accessory)
CAUTION:
• If the nylon cutting head/plastic blade accidentally
impacts a rock or hard object during operation,
stop the tool and inspect for any damage. If the
nylon cutting head/plastic blade is damaged,
replace it immediately. Use of a damaged cutting tool
could result in serious personal injury.
NOTICE:
• Be sure to use genuine Makita nylon cutting head/
plastic blade.
Turn the tool upside down so that you can replace the
nylon cutting head easily.
Insert the hex wrench through the hole on the motor
housing and rotate the receive washer until it is locked
with the hex wrench. Place the nylon cutting head/plastic
blade onto the threaded spindle directly and tighten it by
turning it clockwise. Remove the hex wrench. (Fig. 15 &
16)
To remove the nylon cutting head/plastic blade, turn it
counterclockwise while holding the receive washer with
the hex wrench.
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