Makita UM600D Instruction Manual

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18 ENGLISHNOTICE: Do not cut down dead trees or similarhard objects. Doing so may damage the tool.NOTICE: Do not trim the grass or weeds whileusing the shear blades. The blades may becometangled in the grass or weeds.Hold the tool with one hand, pull the switch trigger whilepressing the lock-off button, and then move it forward.► Fig.45For basic operation, tilt the blades toward the trimmingdirection and move it calmly and slowly at the speedrate of 3 to 4 seconds per meter.► Fig.46To tie a string at the desired height and to trim along ithelp you to cut a hedge top evenly.► Fig.47If the chip receiver is attached to the blades, it gathersdiscarded leaves and makes clean-up afterward mucheasier.To cut a hedge side evenly, cut from the bottom to top.► Fig.48When trimming to make a round shape (trimming box-wood or rhododendron, etc.), trim from the root to thetop for a beautiful finish.► Fig.49MAINTENANCECAUTION: Always be sure that the tool isswitched off and the battery cartridge is removedbefore attempting to perform inspection ormaintenance.To maintain product SAFETY and RELIABILITY,repairs, any other maintenance or adjustment shouldbe performed by Makita Authorized or Factory ServiceCenters, always using Makita replacement parts.Cleaning the toolClean the tool by wiping off dust with a dry cloth or onedipped in soapy water and wrung out.NOTICE: Never use gasoline, benzine, thinner,alcohol or the like. Discoloration, deformation orcracks may result.Blade maintenanceBefore the operation or once per hour during operation,apply low-viscosity oil (machine oil, or spray-type lubri-cating oil) to the blades.► Fig.50► Fig.51After operation, remove dust from both sides of theblades with a wired brush, wipe it off with a cloth andthen apply low-viscosity oil (machine oil, or spray-typelubricating oil) to the blades.► Fig.52► Fig.53NOTICE: Do not wash the blades in water. Doingso may cause rust or damage to the tool.NOTICE: Dirt and corrosion cause excessiveblade friction and shorten the operating time perbattery charge.StorageThe hook hole in the tool bottom is convenient for hang-ing the tool from a nail or screw on the wall.Attach the blade cover to the shear blades so that theblades are not exposed. Store the tool out of the reachof children. Store the tool in a place not exposed tomoisture or rain.► Fig.54: 1. Hole► Fig.55: 1. HoleOPTIONALACCESSORIESCAUTION: These accessories or attachmentsare recommended for use with your Makita toolspecified in this manual. The use of any otheraccessories or attachments might present a risk ofinjury to persons. Only use accessory or attachmentfor its stated purpose.If you need any assistance for more details regard-ing these accessories, ask your local Makita ServiceCenter.• Shear blade assembly (for grass shear use)• Shear blade cover (for grass shear use)• Grass receiver (for grass shear use)• Long handle attachment (for grass shear use)• Shear blade assembly (for hedge trimmer use)• Shear blade cover (for hedge trimmer use)• Chip receiver (for hedge trimmer use)• Storage case• Makita genuine battery and chargerNOTE: Some items in the list may be included in thetool package as standard accessories. They maydiffer from country to country.