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Switch action
WARNING:
For your safety, this tool is
equipped with switch lever which prevents the
tool from unintended starting. NEVER use the tool
if it runs when you simply pull the switch trigger
without pressing the switch lever. Return the tool
to our authorized service center for proper repairs
BEFORE further usage.
WARNING:
NEVER tape down or defeat pur-
pose and function of switch lever.
WARNING:
Before installing the battery car-
tridge on the tool, always check to see that the
switch trigger and switch lever actuate properly
and return to the "OFF" position when released.
Operating a tool with a switch that does not actuate
properly can lead to loss of control and serious per-
sonal injury.
CAUTION:
Never put your finger on the
switch when carrying.
The tool may start uninten-
tionally and cause injury.
To start the tool, hold the front handle while pressing the
switch lever and pull the switch trigger. To stop the tool,
release either the switch trigger or the switch lever.
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Front handle
2.
Switch lever
3.
Switch trigger
Indication lamp
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Indication lamp
The indication lamp blinks or lights up when the battery
becomes low or the tool is overloaded. Refer to the
following table for the status and action to be taken.
Indication lamp
Status
Action to be taken
The lamp blinks
in red.
The remaining
battery is low.
Recharge the
battery, or replace
the battery with a
charged one.
The lamp lights up
in red.
The remaining
battery is empty.
Recharge the
battery, or replace
the battery with a
charged one.
The tool has
stopped due to
overload.
Turn off the tool,
and remove the
cause of overload.
The tool has
stopped due to
overheat.
Turn off the tool,
and cool down the
tool and battery.
NOTE:
The time at which the indication lamp blinks or
lights up varies by the temperature around the work
area and the battery cartridge conditions.
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 load conditions.
•
Electric brake
This tool is equipped with an electric brake. If the
tool consistently fails to quickly stop the shear
blades after releasing the switch trigger, have the
tool serviced at Makita Authorized Service Center.
•
Accidental re-start preventive function
Even if you install the battery cartridge while pull-
ing the switch trigger, the tool does not start. To
start the tool, first release the switch trigger, and
then pull the switch trigger.
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 so that your hands do not
directly contact the blades.
NOTICE:
When replacing the shear blades, do
not wipe off grease from the gear and crank.
