Makita DUC150Z Instruction Manual

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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Cordless Pruning Saw
DUC101
DUC150
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  • Page 1 INSTRUCTION MANUAL Cordless Pruning Saw DUC101 DUC150 Read before use.
  • Page 2: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS Model: DUC101 DUC150 Overall length 357 mm 408 mm (without guide bar and battery) Rated voltage D.C. 18 V Net weight 1.1 kg 1.6 - 2.0 kg 1.7 - 2.0 kg Standard guide bar length 100 mm 150 mm Recommended guide bar length 100 mm 150 mm...
  • Page 3: Intended Use

    Symbols SAFETY WARNINGS The followings show the symbols which may be used General power tool safety warnings for the equipment. Be sure that you understand their meaning before use. WARNING Read all safety warnings, instruc- Read instruction manual. tions, illustrations and specifications provided with this power tool.
  • Page 4 Personal safety Power tool use and care Do not force the power tool. Use the correct Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a power tool. power tool for your application. The correct power tool will do the job better and safer at the Do not use a power tool while you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or med- rate for which it was designed.
  • Page 5 Do not use a battery pack or tool that is dam- Carry the pruner saw with the pruner saw aged or modified. Damaged or modified batteries switched off and away from your body. When may exhibit unpredictable behaviour resulting in transporting or storing the pruner saw, always fit the guide bar cover.
  • Page 6: Additional Safety Instructions

    Electrical and battery safety • Do not overreach and do not cut above shoulder height. This helps prevent unin- Avoid dangerous environment. Don't use the tended tip contact and enables better control tool in damp or wet locations or expose it to rain.
  • Page 7 Avoid storing battery cartridge in a con- causing fires, personal injury and damage. It will tainer with other metal objects such as also void the Makita warranty for the Makita tool and nails, coins, etc. charger. Do not expose battery cartridge to water or rain.
  • Page 8: Parts Description

    PARTS DESCRIPTION Fig.2 Auxiliary handle Safety cover Saw chain Guide bar Oil tank cap Guide bar cover Lock-off lever Sprocket cover Rear handle Switch trigger Lever Battery cartridge FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION CAUTION: Always be sure that the tool is switched off and the battery cartridge is removed before adjusting or checking function on the tool.
  • Page 9 Tool / battery protection system CAUTION: Always install the battery cartridge fully until the red indicator cannot be seen. If not, it may accidentally fall out of the tool, causing injury to The tool is equipped with a tool/battery protection sys- tem. This system automatically cuts off power to the you or someone around you. motor to extend tool and battery life. The tool will auto- CAUTION: Do not install the battery cartridge matically stop during operation if the tool or battery is...
  • Page 10: Removing The Saw Chain

    Turn the lever counterclockwise until the sprocket Checking the run-down brake cover comes off. CAUTION: If the saw chain does not stop within a few seconds in this test, stop using the tool and consult our authorized service center. Run the tool, and then release the switch trigger com- pletely.
  • Page 11 Turn the lever counterclockwise until the sprocket Remove the guide bar from the tool body. cover comes off. Check the direction of the saw chain. Match the direction of the saw chain with that of the mark on the tool body. Fig.9 ► 1 .
  • Page 12: Adjusting Saw Chain Tension

    10. Place the sprocket cover so that the bolt and pin Adjusting saw chain tension on the tool body meet their counterparts on the sprocket cover. CAUTION: A chain which is too loose can jump off the bar and it may cause an injury or accident.
  • Page 13: Operation

    The oil delivery may otherwise be impaired. NOTICE: Use the saw chain oil exclusively for Fig.21 Makita tools or equivalent oil available in the ► 1 . Oil tank cap 2. Tighten 3. Loosen market. NOTICE: Never use oil including dust and parti- Fill the oil tank with the oil.
  • Page 14: Working With The Tool

    Wipe away any spilt chain oil carefully. Before starting the tool, bring the root of guide bar and the support part of tool body in contact with the branch NOTE: If it is difficult to remove the oil tank cap, insert to be cut as shown in the figure. While contacting the the tip of slotted screwdriver into the slot of the oil branch with the tool and guide bar, start the tool and tank cap, and then remove the oil tank cap by turning saw the branch by moving the tool down along the...
  • Page 15: Maintenance

    NOTICE: 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. Fig.28 Sharpening the saw chain — The sharpening angle of 30° must be the same on all cutters. Different cutter angles cause the chain...
  • Page 16: Cleaning The Guide Bar

    — Sharpen the shortest cutter first. Then the length Cleaning the guide bar of this shortest cutter becomes the standard for all other cutters on the saw chain. Chips and sawdust will build up in the guide bar groove. — Guide the file as shown in the figure. They may clog the bar groove and impair the oil flow. Clean out the chips and sawdust every time when you sharpen or replace the saw chain.
  • Page 17: Replacing The Sprocket

    Cleaning the oil discharge hole Replacing the sprocket Small dust or particles may be built up in the oil dis- CAUTION: A worn sprocket will damage a charge hole during operation. These dust or particles new saw chain. Have the sprocket replaced in this may impair the oil to flow and cause an insufficient case.
  • Page 18: Instructions For Periodic Maintenance

    Screws and Inspection. nuts 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. Malfunction status Cause Action The tool does not start. Battery cartridge is not installed.
  • Page 19: Optional Accessories

    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 20 Makita Corporation 3-11-8, Sumiyoshi-cho, Anjo, Aichi 446-8502 Japan 885A43-920 20230522 www.makita.com...

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