Overheat Protection; Overdischarge Protection; Indicator Lamp - Makita UM603D Betriebsanleitung

Overheat protection

When the tool or battery is overheated, the tool stops
automatically and the lamp blinks. In this case, let the
tool and battery cool before turning the tool on again.

Overdischarge protection

When the battery capacity is not enough, the tool stops
automatically. If you turn the tool on, the motor runs
again but stops soon. In this case, remove the battery
from the tool and charge the battery.
Switch action
WARNING:
Before installing the battery car-
tridge into the tool, always check to see that the
switch trigger actuates properly and returns to
the "OFF" position when released.
WARNING:
For your safety, this tool is
equipped with the lock-off button which prevents
the tool from unintended starting. Never use the
tool if it starts when you pull the switch trigger
without pressing the lock-off button. Ask your local
Makita Service Center for repairs.
WARNING:
Never disable the lock function or
tape down the lock-off button.
NOTICE:
Do not pull the switch trigger forcibly
without pressing the lock-off button. The switch
may break.
► Fig.2: 1. Switch trigger 2. Lock-off button
To start the tool, depress the lock-off button and pull the
switch trigger. Release the switch trigger to stop. The
lock-off button can be pressed from either the right or
left side.

Indicator lamp

The indicator lamp blinks or lights up when the remain-
ing battery capacity is low or empty. The indicator lamp
also lights up when the tool becomes overloaded.
► Fig.3: 1. Indicator lamp
Lamp status and action to be taken
Indicator lamp
The lamp blinks The remaining
red. battery capacity
is low.
The lamp lights up The tool has
red. * stopped because
the remaining
battery capacity is
empty.
The tool has
stopped due to
overload.
* The time at which the indicator lamp lights up varies depending
on the temperature around the work area and the battery car-
tridge conditions.
Status Action to be taken
Charge the battery.
Charge the battery.
Turn off the tool.
Adjusting the shearing height (for
grass shear)
CAUTION:
When changing the shearing
height, be sure to attach the blade cover and be
careful not to trap fingers between the tool and
grass receiver.
The shearing height can be set to three levels (15 mm,
20 mm, and 25 mm) by changing the fixed position of
the grass receiver. The shearing height without the
grass receiver is about 10 mm.
1.
Slide the grass receiver toward the front of the
tool.
► Fig.4: 1. Grass receiver
2. Change the fixed position of the grass receiver by
moving it in the direction of the arrow.
► Fig.5
NOTE: The shearing height value is a guideline. The
actual shearing height may vary depending on the
condition of the lawn or the ground.
NOTE: Try a test shearing in a less conspicuous
place to get your desired height.
ASSEMBLY
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 replacing the shear blades,
always wear gloves and attach the blade cover so
that your hands and face do not directly contact
the blades.
NOTICE:
When replacing the shear blades, do
not wipe off grease from the gear and crank.
Installing or removing the blade
cover
CAUTION:
Be careful not to touch the blades
when installing or removing the blade cover.
To remove the blade cover, pull it slightly, and then slide
it sideways. To install the blade cover, perform the steps
in reverse.
► Fig.6
Installing or removing the grass
receiver
CAUTION:
When installing or removing the
grass receiver, be sure to attach the blade cover
and be careful not to trap your fingers between
the tool and grass receiver.
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