User manual MAKITA BBC300L

[. . . ] ENGLISH (Original instructions) INSTRUCTION MANUAL Cordless Brushcutter / Cordless String Trimmer BBC231U BBC300L 010751 IMPORTANT: Read Before Using. 1 ENGLISH (Original instructions) SPECIFICATIONS Model Type of handle No load speed Overall length Cutting blade diameter Cutting diameter with nylon cutting head Net weight Rated voltage Standard battery cartridge(s) Warning: Use only the battery cartridge(s) described. · Specifications and battery cartridge may differ from country to country. · Weight, with battery cartridge, according to EPTA-Procedure 01/2003 END008-1 BBC231U Bike handle High Low 0 - 7, 300 min-1 0 - 5, 300 min-1 1, 880 mm 230 mm 7. 1 kg D. C. 36 V BL3626 BBC300L Loop handle 0 - 6, 600 min-1 0 - 4, 900 min-1 1, 850 mm 300 mm 5. 9 kg · Due to our continuing program of research and development, the specifications herein are subject to change without notice. Symbols The following show the symbols used for the equipment. [. . . ] If the cartridge does not slide in easily, it is not being inserted correctly. To prevent the switch trigger from being accidentally pulled, a lock-off button is provided. To start the tool, press in the lock-off button and pull the switch trigger. The tool speed is increased by increasing pressure on the switch trigger. Release the switch trigger to stop. Reversing Switch for Debris Removal 1. A position depressed for normal operation 3. B position depressed for weed and debris removal 1. A position depressed for normal operation 3. B position depressed for weed and debris removal A B BBC231U 011251 1 Power switch action · 1 B WARNING: Before inserting the battery cartridge in the tool, always check to see that the switch trigger actuates properly and returns to the "OFF" position when released. Do not pull the switch trigger hard without pressing in the lock-off button. Operating a tool with a switch that does not actuate properly can lead to loss of control and serious personal injury. A BBC300L 011255 This tool has a reversing switch which is only provided to change the direction of rotation so that it can be used to remove weeds and debris entangled in the tool. To operated the tool normally the "A" side of the switch should be depressed. To remove weeds and debris that are jammed in the rotating head the tool can be reversed by depressing the "B" side of the switch. In the reverse position the tool will 8 only operate for a short period of time and automatically shut off. WARNING: Always be sure that the tool is switched off and battery cartridge is removed before removing weeds or debris entangled in the tool that could not be removed when operated in the reverse mode. Failure to switch off and remove the battery cartridge may result in serious personal injury from accidental start-up. NOTICE: · Always check the direction of rotation before operation. · Use the reversing switch only after the tool comes to a complete stop. Changing the direction of rotation before the tool stops may damage it. · Speed change 1. Speed change switch lever BBC231U 011250 1 1. Speed change switch lever 1 2 BBC300L 011253 1 Two speed ranges can be preselected with the speed change switch. Flipping the speed change switch lever to the "1" position will set the tool to the low speed range and the "2" position will set the tool to the high speed range. 9 Battery/motor protection system The battery cartridge and tool are provided with protection devices that will automatically reduce or cut off power to the tool when overload situations develop that may cause damage to the tool or battery cartridge. If the tool becomes overloaded but not locked up a protector is provided to reduce the revolutions to protect the motor. [. . . ] Stop using of tool to allow it to cool down. Install the battery cartridge as described in this manual. If recharging is not effective, replace battery. Ask your local authorized service center for repair. [. . . ]