Makita DUH481 Instruction Manual

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8Indication lampFig.5Running the tool allows the indication lamp to show thebattery cartridge capacity status.When the tool is also overloaded and has stoppedduring operation, the lamp lights up in red.Refer to the following table for the status and action tobe taken for the indication lamp.Note 1: The time at which the indication lamp lights up varies by the temperaturearound the work area and the battery cartridge conditions.Indication lampThe lamp blinks in red.The lamp lights up in red.(Note 1)The lamp lights up in red.(Note 1)StatusThis indicates the appropriatetime to replace the batterycartridge when the batterypower becomes low.This function works when thebattery power is almost usedup. At this time, tool stopsimmediately.Autostop due to overload.Action to be takenRecharge the battery cartridgeas soon as possible.Recharge the battery cartridge.Turn off the tool.010970OPERATIONCAUTION:• Be careful not to accidentally contact a metalfence or other hard objects while trimming. Theblade will break and may cause serious injury.• Overreaching with a hedge trimmer, particularlyfrom a ladder, is extremely dangerous. Do notwork from anything wobbly or infirm.Fig.6Do not attempt to cut branches thicker than 10 mmdiameter with this trimmer. These should first be cut withshears down to the hedge trimming level.CAUTION:• Do not cut off dead trees or similar hard objects.Failure to do so may damage the tool.Fig.7Hold the trimmer with both hands and pull the switchtrigger A or B and then move it in front of your body.Fig.8As a basic operation, tilt the blades towards thetrimming direction and move it calmly and slowly at thespeed rate of 3 - 4 seconds per meter.Fig.9To cut a hedge top evenly, it helps to tie a string at thedesired hedge height and to trim along it, using it as areference line.Fig.10Attaching the chip receiver (optional accessory) on thetool when trimming the hedge straight can avoid cut offleaves’ being thrown away.Fig.11To cut a hedge side evenly, it helps to cut from thebottom upwards.Fig.12Trim boxwood or rhododendron from the base towardthe top for a nice appearance and good job.Installing or removing chip receiver(optional accessory)CAUTION:• Always be sure that the tool is switched off andunplugged before installing or removing chipreceiver.NOTE:• When replacing the chip receiver, always weargloves so that hands and face does not directlycontact the blade. Failure to do so may causepersonal injury.RAMIRENT