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17 ENGLISH

TROUBLESHOOTING

Before asking for repairs, conduct your own inspection first. If you find a problem that is not explained in the manual, 

do not attempt to dismantle the tool. Instead, ask Makita Authorized Service Centers, always using Makita replace-

ment parts for repairs.

State of abnormality

Probable cause (malfunction)

Remedy

Motor does not run.

Battery cartridge is not installed.

Install the battery cartridge.

Battery problem (under voltage)

Recharge the battery. If recharging is not effective, 

replace battery.

The drive system does not work 

correctly.

Ask your local authorized service center for repair.

Motor stops running after a little use. Battery's charge level is low.

Recharge the battery. If recharging is not effective, 

replace battery.

Overheating.

Stop using of tool to allow it to cool down.

Tool does not reach maximum RPM.

Battery is installed improperly.

Install the battery cartridge as described in this 

manual.

Battery power is dropping.

Recharge the battery. If recharging is not effective, 

replace battery.

The drive system does not work 

correctly.

Ask your local authorized service center for repair.

Shear blades do not move: 

 stop the machine immediately!

Foreign objects are caught between the 

shear blades.

Switch off the tool and remove the battery cartridge, 

and then remove the foreign objects using tools 

such as pliers.

The drive system does not work 

correctly.

Ask your local authorized service center for repair.

Abnormal vibration: 

 stop the machine immediately!

Shear blades are broken, bent or worn. Replace the shear blades.
The drive system does not work 

correctly.

Ask your local authorized service center for repair.

Shear blades and motor cannot stop: 

 Remove the battery immediately!

Electric malfunction.

Remove the battery and ask your local authorized 

service center for repair.

OPTIONAL 

ACCESSORIES

CAUTION:

 

These accessories or attachments 

are recommended for use with your Makita tool 

specified in this manual.

 The use of any other 

accessories or attachments might present a risk of 

injury to persons. Only use accessory or attachment 

for its stated purpose.

If you need any assistance for more details regard-

ing these accessories, ask your local Makita Service 

Center.
• 

Shear blade assembly

• 

Shear blade cover

• 

Chip receiver

• 

Grease vessel

• 

Makita genuine battery and charger

NOTE:

 Some items in the list may be included in the 

tool package as standard accessories. They may 

differ from country to country.

Summary of Contents for DUH506Z

Page 1: ...INSTRUCTION MANUAL Cordless Hedge Trimmer DUH506 DUH606 ENGLISH Original instructions Read before use...

Page 2: ...ence Before using the cord connected power source read instruction and cautionary markings on them Symbols The followings show the symbols which may be used for the equipment Be sure that you understa...

Page 3: ...e WARNING The vibration emission during actual use of the power tool can differ from the declared value s depending on the ways in which the tool is used especially what kind of workpiece is processed...

Page 4: ...ces are provided for the connection of dust extraction and collection facilities ensure these are connected and properly used Use of dust collection can reduce dust related hazards 8 Do not let famili...

Page 5: ...rting or storing the hedge trim mer always fit 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 servici...

Page 6: ...dispose of the battery ies in a fire The cell may explode Check with local codes for possible special disposal instructions 6 Do not open or mutilate the battery ies Released electrolyte is corrosive...

Page 7: ...top tool operation and charge the battery cartridge when you notice less tool power 2 Never recharge a fully charged battery car tridge Overcharging shortens the battery service life 3 Charge the batt...

Page 8: ...o restart Overheat protection When the tool or battery is overheated the tool stops automatically In this case let the tool and battery cool before turning the tool on again Overdischarge protection W...

Page 9: ...itions Electronic function The tool is equipped with the electronic functions for easy operation Constant speed control The speed control function provides the constant rotation speed regardless of lo...

Page 10: ...ed screwdriver so that 2 holes are perpendicular to the shear blades 1 2 Fig 7 1 Crank 2 Hole 4 Remove 2 bolts the felt pad and the sleeves and then remove the shear blades 3 1 2 4 Fig 8 1 Felt pad 2...

Page 11: ...n attach the shear blades to the tool 1 Fig 12 1 Shear blades NOTICE Apply a small amount of grease to the inner periphery of the hole of the shear blades NOTICE Be careful not to lose the sleeves 9 S...

Page 12: ...When installing or removing the chip receiver always wear gloves so that your hands do not directly contact the shear blades NOTICE The blade cover cannot be installed if the chip receiver is install...

Page 13: ...nd cause an injury CAUTION Be careful not to allow the shear blades to contact the ground The tool may recoil and cause an injury CAUTION Overreaching with a hedge trimmer particularly from a ladder i...

Page 14: ...hape trimming box wood or rhododendron etc trim from the root to the top for a beautiful finish Fig 28 MAINTENANCE CAUTION Always be sure that the tool is switched off and the battery cartridge is rem...

Page 15: ...ssive blade friction and shorten the operating time per battery charge Storage The hook hole in the tool bottom is convenient for hang ing the tool from a nail or screw on the wall Attach the blade co...

Page 16: ...d the lower blade from 2 directions with the file 7 Return the tool to normal position and then remove the burrs from the shear blades with the dress ing stone Grease lubrication Interval of lubricati...

Page 17: ...epair Shear blades do not move stop the machine immediately Foreign objects are caught between the shear blades Switch off the tool and remove the battery cartridge and then remove the foreign objects...

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