Makita UH303DST manual

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    Battery-Powered Hedge TLimmer Equipped with Electric Brake 300 mm (11=3/4") MODEL UH303D 300 mm (11-3/4") MODEL UH303DST With Battery & Charger Effective cutting blade length 300 mm (1 1-314") INSTRUCTION MANUAL Strokes per min. 1,200 Dimensions (L x W x HI 669 mm x 140 mm x 137 mm (26-318" x 5-1/2" x 5-318") Net w[...]

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    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (For Hedge Trimmers) . WARNING: WHEN USING ELECTRIC TOOLS, BASIC SAFETY PRECAUTIONS SHOULD ALWAYS BE FOLLOWED TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, AND PERSONAL INJURY, INCLUDING THE FOLLOWING: READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS. 1. Avoid Dangerous Environment - Don't use hedge trimmers in damp or wet 2. Don't Use I[...]

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    extension cords periodically and replace if damaged. Keep handles dry, clean, and free from oil and grease. 14. Check Damaged Parts - Before further use of the hedge trimmer, a guard or other part that is damaged should be carefully checked to determine that it will operate properly and perform its intended function. Check for align- ment of moving[...]

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    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR BATTERY & CHARGER I. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS - This manual contains important safety and operating instructions for battery charger. 2. Before using battery charger, read all instructions and cautionary markings on (1) battery charger, (2) battery, and (3) product using battery. 3. CAUTION - To reduce risk of i[...]

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    ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES FOR BATTERY 1. Always charge the Makita battery 122 immediately after purchase. 2. Always recharge the Makita battery 122 after use. 3. Be sure to charge the Makita battery 122 for approx. one week every six months, when not using it for long periods. If left uncharged, it may become unchargeable. 4. Use only the Makita char[...]

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    ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES FOR CHARGER 1. The Makita charger Model DC122 is specifically designed to charge only the Makita battery 121 or 122. Do not attempt to charge any other battery with this charger. 2. Handle the charger carefully. Do not drop or strike it. 3. Never carry the charger by cord or yank it to disconnect from receptacle. 4. Keep cor[...]

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    Charging Connect the battery to the charger using the adaptor cord. Then plug the charger into the power source. The charging light will illuminate and charging will begin. When the charg- ing light goes out at a certain time, the charging is complete. Unplug the charger. (Note: Refer to the table below for the charging time.) DC122 122 Approx. 1 h[...]

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    Switch action To prevent the trigger from being acciden- tally pulled, a lock-off lever is provided. To start the tool, slide the lock-off lever in the direction of the arrow and pull the trigger. Release the trigger to stop. - Lock-off lever Switch trigger CAUTION: Before connecting the battery to the tool, always check to see that the switch trig[...]

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    Carrying the battery Hook the battery to your waist belt. If the adaptor cord is too long for your work, use the band provided to hold it when you coil it shorter. Operation Do not attempt to cut branches thicker than 8 mm (5/16") diameter with this trimmer. These should first the cut with shears down to the hedge trimming level. Hold the tool[...]

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    To cut a hedge side evenly, it helps to cut from the bottom upwards. Trim boxwood or rhododendron from the base toward the top for a nice appearance and good job. CAUTION: 0 Keep hands away from blades. Be careful not to accidentally contact a metal fence or other hard objects while trim- *When not in use, be sure to cover the blades with the blade[...]

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    MAINTENANCE CAUTION : Always be sure that the tool is switched off and the battery is disconnected from the tool before attempting to perform inspection or maintenance. Blade maintenance After use, clean off the blades (both sides) with a stiff brush. Then wipe the blades with a cloth and coat them with light machine oil. CAUTION: Dirt and corrosio[...]

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    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. The accessories or attachments should be used only in the proper and intended manner. Charger Model DC122 Blade 0 Battery 122 0 Exte[...]

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    Dec -19-'94 US 300 mm (11-3/4") Model UH303D BATTERY-POWERED HEDGE TRIMMER Note: The switch and other part configurations may differ from country to country. 13[...]

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    MODEL UH303D ';"OM GfD DESCRIPTION Dec.-19-'94 US 'LLM AtD DESCRIPTION MACHINE ~ 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 2 1 1 1 1 1 1 Name Plate Housing Set (With Item 201 Shaft Helical Gear 52 Plate Crank Urethan Sleeve 4 Guard Hex NutM4-10 Gear 14-34 Flat Washer 6 Shaft Motor ID C 12 V 1 sponge Sea1 MACHINE ~ 15 16 17 [...]

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    Recycling the battery The only way to dispose of a Makita battery is to recycle it. The law prohibits any other method of disposal. To recycle the battery: 1) Remove belt from the battery 2) Ship or take battery to your nearest Makita Factory Service Center or Distributor that sells Makita lead batteries. (Call your nearest Makita Service Center or[...]