Functional Description; Installing Or Removing Battery Cartridge; Battery Protection System - Makita RU01 Instruction Manual

FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION

WARNING:
Always be sure that the tool is switched off and
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battery cartridge is removed before adjusting or
checking function on the tool. Failure to switch
off and remove the battery cartridge may result in
serious personal injury from accidental start-up.

Installing or removing battery cartridge

CAUTION:
Hold the tool and the battery cartridge firmly
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when installing or removing battery cartridge.
Failure to hold the tool and the battery cartridge
firmly may cause them to slip off your hands and
result in damage to the tool and battery cartridge
and a personal injury.
Always switch off the tool before installing or
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removing the battery cartridge.
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To remove the battery cartridge, slide it from the tool
while sliding the button on the front of the cartridge.
To install the battery cartridge, align the tongue on the
battery cartridge with the groove in the housing and slip
it into place. Always insert it all the way until it locks in
place with a little click. If you can see the red indicator
on the upper side of the button, it is not locked
completely. Install it fully until the red indicator cannot
be seen. If not, it may accidentally fall out of the tool,
causing injury to you or someone around you.
NOTE:
Do not use force when installing the battery
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cartridge. If the cartridge does not slide in easily, it
is not being inserted correctly.

Battery protection system

The tool is equipped with a battery protection system.
This system automatically cuts off power to the motor to
extend battery life.
The tool will automatically stop during operation if the
tool and/or battery are placed under one of the following
conditions:
1. Red indicator
2. Button
3. Battery
cartridge
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Overloaded:
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The tool is operated in a manner that causes
it to draw an abnormally high current.
In this situation, release the switch trigger on
the tool and stop the application that caused
the tool to become overloaded. Then pull the
trigger switch again to restart.
If the tool does not start, the battery is
overheated. In this situation, let the battery
cool before pulling the switch trigger again.
Low battery voltage:
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The remaining battery capacity is too low
and the tool will not operate. If you pull the
switch trigger, the motor runs again but stops
soon. In this situation, remove and recharge
the battery.
Power switch action
WARNING:
Before inserting the battery cartridge in the
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tool, always check to see that the switch
trigger actuates properly and returns to the
"OFF" position when released. Do not pull the
switch trigger hard without pressing in the
lock-off button.
breakage. Operating a tool with a switch that does
not actuate properly can lead to loss of control and
serious personal injury.
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To prevent the switch trigger from being accidentally
pulled, a lock-off button is provided.
To start the tool, move the lock-off button forward and
pull the switch trigger. Release the switch trigger to stop.
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1. Lock-off button
2. Switch trigger
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