Makita BBC231U Instruction Manual

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9carefully checked to determine that it will operateproperly and perform its intended function. Check foralignment of moving parts, binding of moving parts,breakage of parts, mounting, and any other conditionthat may affect its operation. A guard or other part thatis damaged should be properly repaired or replacedby our authorized service center unless indicatedelsewhere in this manual.4. Switch on the motor only when hands and feet areaway from the cutting tool.5. Before starting make sure that the cutting tool has nocontact with hard objects such as branches, stonesetc. as the cutting tool will revolve when starting.Method of operation1. Only use the tool in good light and visibility. During thewinter season beware of slippery or wet areas, ice andsnow (risk of slipping). Always ensure a safe footing.2. Take care against injury to feet and hands from thecutting tool.3. Never cut above waist height.4. Never stand on a ladder and run the tool.5. Never climb up into trees to perform cutting operationwith the tool.6. Never work on unstable surfaces.7. Remove sand, stones, nails etc. found within theworking range. Foreign particles may damage thecutting tool and can cause dangerous kick-backs.8. Should the cutting tool hit stones or other hard objects,immediately switch off the motor and inspect thecutting tool.9. Inspect the cutting blade at short regular intervals fordamage (detection of hairline cracks by means oftapping-noise test).10. Before commencing cutting, the cutting tool must havereached full working speed.11. Operate the tool only with the shoulder harnessattached which is to be suitably adjusted beforeputting the tool into operation. It is essential to adjustthe shoulder harness according to the user size toprevent fatigue occurring during use.12. During operation always hold the tool with both hands.Never hold the tool with one hand during use. Alwaysensure a safe footing.13. The cutting tool has to be equipped with the guard.Never run the tool with damaged guards or withoutguards in place!14. All protective equipment such as guards and theshoulder harness supplied with the tool must be usedduring operation.15. Never hit weeds or similar materials with the cuttingtool to cut them away.16. Except in case of emergency, never drop or cast thetool to the ground or this may severely damage thetool.17. Never drag the tool on the ground when moving fromplace to place, the tool may become damaged ifmoved in this manner.18. Always remove the battery cartridge from the tool:- whenever leaving the tool unattended;- before clearing a blockage;- before checking, cleaning or working on the tool;- whenever the tool starts vibrating abnormally.19. Always ensure that the ventilation openings are keptclear of debris.Kickback (blade thrust)1. When operating the tool, uncontrolled kickback (bladethrust) may occur. (Fig. 4)2. This is particularly the case when attempting to cutwithin a blade segment between 12 and 2 o’clock.3. Never apply the tool within a segment between 12 and2 o’clock.4. Never apply this segment of the cutter blade to solids,such as bushes and trees, etc., having a diameter inexcess of 3 cm or the cutter blade will be deflected atgreat force with the risk of injuries.Kickback preventionTo avoid kickbacks, observe the following:1. Operation within a blade segment between 12 and2 o’clock presents positive hazards, especially whenusing metal cutting tools. (Fig. 5)2. Cutting operations within a blade segment between 11and 12 o’clock, and between 2 and 5 o’clock, mustonly be performed by trained and experiencedoperators, and then only at their own risk.3. Easy cutting with almost no kickback is possible withina blade segment between 9 and 11 o’clock.Cutting Tools1. Employ only the correct cutting tool for the job in hand.2. To cut thick materials, such as weed, high grass,bushes, shrubs, underwood, thicket etc. (max. 2 cmdia. thickness), perform the cutting work by swingingthe tool evenly in half-circles from right to left (similarto using a scythe).Maintenance instructions1. The condition of the cutting tool, protective devicesand shoulder harness must be checked beforecommencing work.2. Particular attention is to be paid to the cutting bladeswhich must be correctly sharpened.3. Turn off the motor and remove the battery cartridgebefore carrying out maintenance, replacing the cuttingtool and cleaning the tool.4. Check for loose fasteners and damaged parts such ascracks in the cutting tool.5. Follow instructions for lubricating the tool.6. When not in use store the equipment in a dry locationthat is locked up or out of children’s reach.7. Use only the manufacturer’s recommendedreplacement parts and accessories.8. Inspect and maintain the tool regularly, especiallybefore/after use. Have the tool repaired only by ourauthorized service center.9. Keep handles dry, clean and free from oil and grease.SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.WARNING:DO NOT let comfort or familiarity with product (gainedfrom repeated use) replace strict adherence to safetyrules for the subject product. MISUSE or failure tofollow the safety rules stated in this instructionmanual may cause serious personal injury.