ENGLISH: Original instructions INSTRUCTION MANUAL Cordless Pole Hedge Trimmer DUN461W Read before use.
SPECIFICATIONS Model: DUN461W Blade length 460 mm Strokes per minute 3,600 min-1 Cutting blade angle 135° (up 60°, down 75°) Overall length 1,889 - 2,511 mm Rated voltage D.C. 18 V Net weight • • • 3.0 - 3.3 kg Due to our continuing program of research and development, the specifications herein are subject to change without notice. Specifications may differ from country to country. The weight may differ depending on the attachment(s), including the battery cartridge.
Noise WARNING: Wear ear protection. WARNING: The noise emission during actual use of the power tool can differ from the declared value(s) depending on the ways in which the tool is used especially what kind of workpiece is processed.
Personal safety 1. Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a power tool. Do not use a power tool while you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury. 2. Use personal protective equipment. Always wear eye protection.
. 6. 7. Do not use a battery pack or tool that is damaged or modified. Damaged or modified batteries may exhibit unpredictable behaviour resulting in fire, explosion or risk of injury. Do not expose a battery pack or tool to fire or excessive temperature. Exposure to fire or temperature above 130 °C may cause explosion. Follow all charging instructions and do not charge the battery pack or tool outside the temperature range specified in the instructions.
Operation 1. Always use two hands to operate the tool. Using one hand could cause loss of control and result in serious personal injury. 2. While operating the tool, always ensure that the operating position is safe and secure. Overreaching with the tool, particularly from a ladder, is extremely dangerous. Do not work from anything wobbly or infirm. 3. Do not simultaneously wear multiple belt harnesses and/or shoulder harnesses when operating the tool. 4.
8. 9. 10. 11. Clean the tool and especially the shear blades after use, and before putting the tool into storage for extended periods. Lightly oil the shear blades and put on the blade cover. Do not dispose of the battery(ies) in a fire. The cell may explode. Check with local codes for possible special disposal instructions. Do not open or mutilate the battery(ies). Released electrolyte is corrosive and may cause damage to the eyes or skin. It may be toxic if swallowed.
PARTS DESCRIPTION 6 5 4 3 2 1 9 7 8 10 1 Head 2 Angle adjustment button 3 Lock-lever 4 Thumb nut 5 Front grip 6 Rear grip 7 Battery cartridge 8 Switch trigger 9 Lock-off button 10 Shear blades - - - - To install the battery cartridge, align the tongue on the battery cartridge with the groove in the housing and slip it into place. Insert it all the way until it locks in place with a little click.
Indicator lamps Lighted Off NOTICE: Do not pull the switch trigger forcibly Remaining capacity without pressing the lock-off button. The switch may break. Blinking 75% to 100% 50% to 75% 1 25% to 50% 0% to 25% Charge the battery. 2 The battery may have malfunctioned. ► 1. Lock-off button 2. Switch trigger To prevent the switch trigger from being accidentally pulled, a lock-off button is provided. To start the tool, press the lock-off button and pull the switch trigger.
Adjusting the pipe length ASSEMBLY CAUTION: Always be sure that the tool is switched off before adjusting the pipe length. CAUTION: Always be sure that the tool is switched off and the battery cartridge is removed before carrying out any work on the tool. CAUTION: When adjusting the pipe length, be sure to attach the blade cover before adjusting the pipe length. CAUTION: When adjusting the pipe length, be careful not to pinch your fingers. CAUTION: Make sure that the lock-lever is locked securely.
4. Adjust the crank so that the 2 small holes on the crank 7. are lined up on the alignment line as shown in the figure. Prepare the crank and new shear blades. 1 1 2 2 ► 1. Crank 2. Shear blades 5. Remove the blade cover, and then attach it to the new shear blades. 6. Apply a small amount of grease to the periphery of the crank. Attach the washer, gear, and the crank to the pin in order. 1 2 ► 1. Alignment line 2. Small hole 3 8.
10. Attach the shear blades to the tool, and then tighten 3 screws with the screwdriver. 2. Hook the claws of the chip receiver to the groove on the shear blades. 1 1 2 ► 1. Screw ► 1. Claw 2. Groove 11. Remove the screw inserted into the hole on the shear blades in step 9, and then tighten it to fix the shear blades. 3. Press the levers on the chip receiver, and then hook the claws on the other side to the groove on the shear blades.
Hold the tool with both hands by holding the front grip and the rear grip. NOTICE: Never try to remove the chip receiver by an excessive force with its claws locked in the grooves of the shear blades. OPERATION Operating the tool WARNING: Do not use the tool near any electrical power lines. Contacting with power lines or using the tool near power lines may cause serious injury or electric shock resulting in death. 2 WARNING: Keep hands away from shear blades.
To cut a hedge side evenly, cut from the bottom to top. Cleaning the tool Clean the tool by wiping off dust with a dry cloth or one dipped in soapy water and wrung out. 15 m NOTICE: Never use gasoline, benzine, thinner, alcohol or the like. Discoloration, deformation or cracks may result. Shear blade maintenance Before the operation or once per hour during operation, apply low-viscosity oil (machine oil, or spray-type lubricating oil) to the shear blades.
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 replacement parts for repairs. State of abnormality Probable cause (malfunction) Remedy Motor does not run. Battery cartridge is not installed. Install the battery cartridge. Battery problem (under voltage) Recharge the battery.
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