ENGLISH (Original instructions) SPECIFICATIONS Model BUM166 BUM168 Effective cutting width 160 mm Stroke per minute (min 1,250 Rated voltage D.C. 14.4 V D.C. 18 V Battery cartridge BL1415 BL1430 BL1815 BL1830 335 mm x 176 mm 350 mm x 176 mm...
The motor is to be switched off immediately in Starting up the equipment case that the equipment shows any problem or Make sure that there are no children or other abnormal sign. people nearby, also pay attention to any animals in Switch off and remove the battery cartridge when the working vicinity.
whenever leaving the equipment unattended; Save all warnings and before clearing a blockage; instructions for future reference. before checking, cleaning or working on the equipment; The term "power tool" in the warnings refers to your after striking a foreign object; mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated whenever the equipment starts vibrating (cordless) power tool.
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will reduce personal injuries. and the work to be performed. Use of the power 12. Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the tool for operations different from those intended switch is in the off-position before connecting could result in a hazardous situation. to power source and/or battery pack, picking Battery tool use and care up or carrying the tool.
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from the cutter blades. 19. Store the hedge trimmer with the cover on, in a dry Do not use the hedge trimmer in the rain or in wet room. Keep it out of reach of children. Never store or very damp conditions. The electric motor is not the trimmer outdoors.
Tips for maintaining maximum battery life FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION Charge battery cartridge before completely discharged. CAUTION: Always stop tool operation and charge the Always be sure that the tool is switched off and the • battery cartridge when you notice less tool battery cartridge is removed before adjusting or power.
Lithium-ion batteries with a star marking are equipped CAUTION: with a protection system. This system automatically cuts Before inserting the battery cartridge into the tool, • off power to the tool to extend battery life. always check to see that the switch trigger actuates The tool will automatically stop during operation if the tool properly and returns to the "OFF"...
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To remove the blade cover, take the above installation Adjusting the shearing height procedure in reverse. 1. Change lever Installing or removing base frame 2. Protrusion on base frame CAUTION: 3. Base frame Before installing or removing base frame, be sure •...
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accessory shear blades. 1. Crank 2. Undercover 1. Blade cover 3. Shear blades 012537 To install the grass shear blade, prepare the crank, 012533 Remove the base frame and place the tool upside down. undercover and new grass shear blade. 1.
1. Base plate 1. Groove in the 2. Hole in the base undercover plate of shear 2. Locking lever blades 3. Oval holes that are overlapped 012541 012544 Overlap the oval hole in the upper blade with that in the At this time, make sure that the locking lever fits in the lower one.
If you need any assistance for more details regarding Shear blade maintenance these accessories, ask your local Makita Service Center. Grass shear blade assembly • 1. Brush Grass shear blade cover •...
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aforementioned section titled "Installing or removing grass shear blades". For installing the hedge shear blades, refer to the section below titled "Installing or removing hedge shear blades". Hedge shear blade assembly (for Hedge Trimmer) • 2-way change set consisting of the following two •...
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groove in the tool housing. Then make sure that the base 1. Recessed part of plate of the shear blades is set in place. crank 2. Crank 1. Screws 3. Apply grease 4. Pins 012540 Fit the crank with its recessed part facing downward onto the pins.
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CAUTION: 1. Screws Never use the tool without installing the undercover • on it. Remove the blade cover and then turn on the tool to check it for proper movement. NOTE: When the shear blades do not operate properly, • there is a poor fit between the blades and crank.
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Overreaching with a hedge trimmer, particularly • 1. String from a ladder, is extremely dangerous. Do not work from anything wobbly or infirm. 013055 To cut a hedge top evenly, it helps to tie a string at the desired hedge height and to trim along it, using it as a reference line.
Installing or removing chip receiver (optional accessory) CAUTION: Always be sure that the tool is switched off and the • battery cartridge is removed before installing or removing chip receiver. NOTE: When replacing the chip receiver, always wear • gloves so that hands and face does not directly contact the blade.