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Makita DRT50 User Manual

Makita DRT50
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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Cordless Trimmer
DRT50
ENGLISH: Original instructions
Read before use.

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Makita DRT50 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Motor TypeBrushless
Voltage18V
No Load Speed10, 000 - 30, 000 RPM
Collet Capacity1/4", 3/8"
TypeCordless
Weight2.1 kg (with battery)
Net Weight2.1 kg (with battery)

Summary

SPECIFICATIONS

Symbols

Shows symbols and explains their meanings for safe operation.

Intended use

Defines the tool's purpose for woodworking applications.

Noise

Details the A-weighted noise level and uncertainty.

Vibration

Specifies vibration emission values for different work modes.

EC Declaration of Conformity

Provides the conformity declaration for European countries.

SAFETY WARNINGS

General power tool safety warnings

Crucial safety guidelines for operating any power tool safely.

Work area safety

Guidelines for maintaining a safe working environment to prevent accidents.

Electrical Safety

Essential precautions related to electrical connections and shock prevention.

Personal Safety

Measures to protect the operator's well-being during tool use.

Power tool use and care

Instructions on proper operation, handling, and maintenance of power tools.

Service

Guidance on professional servicing and repair of the power tool.

Cordless trimmer safety warnings

Specific safety instructions for using cordless trimmers.

Important safety instructions for battery cartridge

Critical safety guidelines for handling and charging battery cartridges.

Tips for maintaining maximum battery life

Recommendations for optimizing battery performance and longevity.

FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION

Installing or removing battery cartridge

Step-by-step guide for attaching and detaching the battery.

Indicating the remaining battery capacity

Explains how to check the battery charge level using indicator lamps.

Overheat protection

Describes the tool's automatic shutdown due to overheating.

Overdischarge protection

Explains the tool's shutdown when the battery capacity is low.

Switch action

Details how to turn the tool on, off, and put it into standby mode.

Lighting up the front lamp

Instructions for operating the front lamp for illumination.

Speed adjusting dial

How to control the tool's rotation speed using the dial.

Electronic function

Features like constant speed control and soft start.

Adjusting cutting depth

Procedure for setting the desired cutting depth.

Adjusting cutting depth with the plunge base

Steps to set the cutting depth when using the plunge base accessory.

ASSEMBLY

Installing or removing trimmer bit

Procedure for securely fitting and removing trimmer bits.

Installing or removing the trimmer base

How to attach and detach the standard trimmer base.

Installing or removing the tilt base

Steps for installing and removing the optional tilt base.

Installing or removing the offset base

Instructions for installing and removing the optional offset base.

Installing or removing the plunge base

Procedure for attaching and detaching the optional plunge base.

Installing or removing the dust nozzle on the plunge base

How to install and remove the dust nozzle for the plunge base.

Installing or removing the parallel ruler on the plunge base

Steps to attach and detach the parallel ruler accessory.

OPERATION

Using the tool with the trimmer base

Guidance on operating the tool with the standard trimmer base.

Using the straight guide

How to use the straight guide for precise cuts.

Using the straight guide for circular work

Using the straight guide accessory for cutting circles.

Using the templet guide

How to use the templet guide for repetitive pattern cuts.

Using the trimmer guide

Using the trimmer guide for curved edge trimming.

Using the tool with the offset base

Operating the tool with the offset base for tight areas.

Using the trimmer base with the offset base plate and grip

Combining trimmer base with offset plate and grip for stability.

Using the tool with the plunge base

Operating the tool with the plunge base.

Using the straight guide

How to use the straight guide with the plunge base.

Using the templet guide

Operating the tool with the templet guide.

Using the parallel ruler

How to use the parallel ruler for straight cuts.

Changing knob type grip to bar type grip

Procedure for swapping grip types on the tool.

MAINTENANCE

OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES

Lists recommended accessories and attachments for the tool.

Trimmer bits

Details specifications and types of trimmer bits available.

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