Makita DUN500W User Manual

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5. Do not use a battery pack or tool that is dam-
aged or modied.Damagedormodiedbatteries
mayexhibitunpredictablebehaviourresultingin
re,explosionorriskofinjury.
6. Do not expose a battery pack or tool to re or
excessive temperature.Exposuretoreortem-
peratureabove130°Cmaycauseexplosion.
7. Follow all charging instructions and do not
charge the battery pack or tool outside the
temperature range specied in the instruc-
tions.Chargingimproperlyorattemperatures
outsidethespeciedrangemaydamagethe
batteryandincreasetheriskofre.
Service
1. Have your power tool serviced by a qualied
repair person using only identical replacement
parts.Thiswillensurethatthesafetyofthepower
tool is maintained.
2. Never service damaged battery packs. Service
ofbatterypacksshouldonlybeperformedbythe
manufacturer or authorized service providers.
3. Follow instruction for lubricating and chang-
ing accessories.
Cordless Pole Hedge Trimmer
Safety Warnings
1. Keep all parts of the body away from the blade.
Do not remove cut material or hold material
to be cut when blades are moving. Blades
continuetomoveaftertheswitchisturnedo󰀨.A
moment of inattention while operating the hedge
trimmermayresultinseriouspersonalinjury.
2. Carry the hedge trimmer by the handle with the
blade stopped and taking care not to operate
any power switch.Propercarryingofthehedge
trimmer will decrease the risk of inadvertent start-
ingandresultantpersonalinjuryfromtheblades.
3. When transporting or storing the hedge trim-
mer, always t the blade cover. Proper handling
of the hedge trimmer will decrease the risk of
personalinjuryfromtheblades.
4. When clearing jammed material or servicing
the unit, make sure all power switches are o󰀨
and the battery pack is removed or discon-
nected. Unexpected actuation of the hedge trim-
merwhileclearingjammedmaterialorservicing
mayresultinseriouspersonalinjury.
5.
Hold the hedge trimmer by insulated gripping
surfaces only, because the blade may contact
hidden wiring.Bladescontactinga"live"wiremay
make exposed metal parts of the hedge trimmer
"live" and could give the operator an electric shock.
6. Keep all power cords and cables away from
cutting area.Powercordsorcablesmaybehid-
deninhedgesorbushesandcanbeaccidentally
cutbytheblade.
7.
Do not use the hedge trimmer in bad weather con-
ditions, especially when there is a risk of lightning.
Thisdecreasestheriskofbeingstruckbylightning.
8. To reduce the risk of electrocution, never use
the pole hedge trimmer near any electrical
power lines. Contact with or use near power lines
maycauseseriousinjuryorelectricshockresult-
ing in death.
9. Always use two hands when operating the pole
hedge trimmer. Hold the pole hedge trimmer with
both hands to avoid loss of control.
10. Always use head protection when operating
the pole hedge trimmer overhead. Falling debris
canresultinseriouspersonalinjury.
Additional Safety Instructions
Preparation
1. THIS HEDGE TRIMMER CAN CAUSE SERIOUS
INJURIES. Read the instructions carefully
for the correct handling, preparation, main-
tenance, starting and stopping of the tool.
Become familiar with all controls and the
proper use of the tool.
2. Check the hedges and bushes for foreign
objects, such as wire fences or hidden wiring
before operating the tool.
3. The tool must not be used by children or
young persons under 18 years of age. Young
personsover16yearsofagemaybeexempted
fromthisrestrictioniftheyareundergoingtraining
under the supervision of an expert.
4. In the event of an emergency, switch o󰀨
the tool and remove the battery cartridge
immediately.
5.
DANGER - Keep hands away from blade. Contact
withbladewillresultinseriouspersonalinjury.
6. Only use with handle and guard properly
assembled to the tool. The use of the tool
withouttheproperguardorhandleprovidedmay
resultinseriouspersonalinjury.
7. First-time users should have an experienced
user show them how to use the tool.
8. Before operation, examine the work area for
wire fences, stones, or other solid objects.
They can damage the blades.
9. Use the tool only if you are in good physical
condition.Ifyouaretired,yourattentionwillbe
reduced.Beespeciallycarefulattheendofa
workingday.Performallworkcalmlyandcarefully.
The user is responsible for all damages to third
parties.
10. Before starting work, check to make sure that
the tool is in good and safe working order.
Ensure guards are tted properly. The tool
must not be used unless fully assembled.
11. Avoid dangerous environment. Don't use the
tool in damp or wet locations or expose it to
rain. Water entering the tool will increase the
risk of electric shock.
Personal protective equipment
1. Work gloves of stout leather are part of the
basic equipment of the tool and must always
be worn when working with it. Also wear
sturdy shoes with anti-skid soles.
2. Wear ear protection such as ear mu󰀨s to pre-
vent hearing loss.
3. Wear protective goggles, safety helmet and
protective gloves to protect yourself from
ying debris or falling objects.
4. When touching blades or adjusting the blade
angle, wear protective gloves. Blades can cut
barehandsseverely.

Makita DUN500W Specifications

General

Brand	Makita
Model	DUN500W
Category	Trimmer
Language	English