Makita DUR369A Manuel D'instructions page 22

Correct combination of the cutting
tool and the protector
CAUTION:
Always use the correct combi-
nation of cutting tool and the protector. A wrong
combination may not protect you from the cutting tool,
flying debris, and stones. It can also affect the bal-
ance of the tool and result in an injury.
Cutting tool
Cutter blade
(2-tooth, 3-tooth, 4-tooth
blades)
Nylon cutting head
Plastic blade
Installing the protector
WARNING:
Never use the tool without the
guard or with the guard improperly installed.
Failure to do so can cause serious personal injury.
NOTE: The type of the protector supplied as the stan-
dard accessory varies depending on the countries.
For cutter blade
Attach the protector to the clamp using bolts.
► Fig.19: 1. Clamp 2. Protector
For nylon cutting head / plastic blade
CAUTION:
Take care not to injure yourself on
the cutter for cutting the nylon cord.
Attach the protector to the clamp using bolts. After
that, install the protector extension. Insert the protector
extension to the protector and then snap the clips on.
Make sure that the tabs on the protector extension fit
into the slots on the protector.
► Fig.20: 1. Protector 2. Clip 3. Protector extension
4. Cutter 5. Slot 6. Tab
To remove the protector extension from the protec-
tor, unclasp the clips by inserting the hex wrench as
illustrated.
► Fig.21: 1. Hex wrench 2. Clip
Protector
Cutter blade
► Fig.22: 1. Nut 2. Cup 3. Clamp washer 4. Cutter
1.
case to lock the spindle. Rotate the spindle until the hex
wrench is fully inserted.
2.
so that the arrows on the cutter blade and protector are
pointing in the same direction.
► Fig.23: 1. Arrow
3.
blade and then tighten the nut securely by the box
wrench.
► Fig.24: 1. Box wrench 2. Hex wrench 3. Loosen
4.
To remove the cutter blade, follow the installation proce-
dures in reverse.
Nylon cutting head
There are two types of nylon cutting head; the bump &
feed type and the manual feed type.
Bump & feed type
► Fig.25: 1. Nylon cutting head 2. Spindle 3. Hex
1.
case to lock the spindle. Rotate the spindle until the hex
wrench is fully inserted.
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Installing the cutting tool
CAUTION:
Always use the supplied wrenches
to remove or to install the cutting tool.
CAUTION:
Be sure to remove the hex wrench
inserted into the tool head after installing the
cutting tool.
NOTE: The type of the cutting tool(s) supplied as the
standard accessory varies depending on the countries. The
cutting tool is not included in some countries.
NOTE: Turn the tool upside down so that you can
replace the cutting tool easily.
CAUTION:
When handling a cutter blade,
always wear gloves and put the blade cover on
the blade.
CAUTION:
The cutter blade must be well pol-
ished, and free of cracks or breakage. If the cutter
blade hits a stone during operation, stop the tool and
check the cutter blade immediately.
CAUTION:
Always use the cutter blade
with the diameter described in the section for
specifications.
blade 5. Spindle 6. Receive washer 7. Hex
wrench
Insert the hex wrench through the hole in the gear
Mount the cutter blade onto the receive washer
Put the clamp washer and cup onto the cutter
4. Tighten
NOTE: Tightening torque : 20 - 30 N•m
Remove the hex wrench from the gear case.
NOTICE:
Be sure to use genuine Makita nylon
cutting head.
wrench 4. Loosen 5. Tighten
Insert the hex wrench through the hole in the gear