Makita DUR189 Manuel D'instructions page 14

Installing nylon cutting head
Optional accessory
CAUTION:
If the nylon cutting head acciden-
tally impacts a rock or hard object during oper-
ation, stop the tool and inspect for any damage.
If the nylon cutting head is damaged, replace it
immediately. Use of a damaged cutting tool could
result in serious personal injury.
CAUTION:
Be sure to remove the hex wrench
after installation.
NOTICE:
Be sure to use genuine Makita nylon
cutting head.
► Fig.20: 1. Nylon cutting head 2. Metal guard
3. Spindle 4. Hex wrench 5. Tighten
6. Loosen
1. Turn the tool upside down so that you can replace
the cutting tool easily.
2. Insert the hex wrench through the hole on the
motor housing and rotate the spindle until the spindle is
locked.
3. Place the nylon cutting head onto the threaded
spindle directly and tighten it by turning in the tightening
direction as shown in the figure.
4. Remove the hex wrench.
To remove the nylon cutting head, turn it in the opposite
direction while locking the spindle with the hex wrench.
Installing plastic blade
Optional accessory
CAUTION:
If the plastic blade accidentally
impacts a rock or hard object during operation,
stop the tool and inspect for any damage. If the
plastic blade is damaged, replace it immediately.
Use of a damaged cutting tool could result in serious
personal injury.
CAUTION:
Be sure to remove the hex wrench
after installation.
NOTICE:
Be sure to use genuine Makita plastic
blade.
► Fig.21: 1. Plastic blade 2. Metal guard 3. Hex
wrench 4. Tighten 5. Loosen
1.
Turn the tool upside down so that you can replace
the cutting tool easily.
2. Insert the hex wrench through the hole on the
motor housing and rotate the spindle until the spindle is
locked.
3. Place the plastic blade onto the threaded spindle
directly and tighten it by turning in the tightening direc-
tion as shown in the figure.
4. Remove the hex wrench.
To remove the plastic blade, turn it in the opposite direc-
tion while locking the spindle with the hex wrench.
Hex wrench storage
CAUTION:
Be careful not to leave the hex
wrench inserted in the tool head. It may cause
injury and/or damage to the tool.
When not in use, store the hex wrench as shown in the
figure to keep it from being lost.
► Fig.22: 1. Hex wrench
OPERATION
Correct handling of tool
WARNING:
right-hand side. Correct positioning of the tool allows
for maximum control and will reduce the risk of seri-
ous personal injury caused by kickback.
WARNING:
control of the tool at all times. Do not allow the tool
to be deflected toward you or anyone in the work
vicinity. Failure to keep control of the tool could result
in serious injury to the bystander and the operator.
WARNING:
(50 ft) distance between operators when two or more oper-
ators work in one area. Also, arrange a person to observe
the distance between operators. If someone or an animal
enter the working area, immediately stop the operation.
► Fig.23
Attachment of shoulder harness
CAUTION:
Always use the shoulder harness
attached. Before operation, adjust the shoulder har-
ness according to the user size to prevent fatigue.
Connect the clasp of the shoulder harness to the hanger
part of the housing. Put the shoulder harness on. Be
sure that the buckles are locked completely in place.
► Fig.24: 1. Clasp 2. Hanger
Detachment
The buckle is provided with a means of quick release.
Simply squeeze the sides of the buckle to release the tool.
► Fig.25: 1. Buckle
MAINTENANCE
WARNING:
switched off and battery cartridge is removed before
attempting to perform inspection or maintenance on the
tool. Failure to switch off and remove the battery cartridge
may result in serious personal injury from accidental start-up.
NOTICE:
Never use gasoline, benzine, thinner, alcohol
or the like. Discoloration, deformation or cracks may result.
14 ENGLISH
Always position the tool on your
Be extremely careful to maintain
To avoid accident, leave more than 15m
Always be sure that the tool is