Makita DUR369LPT2, Instruction Manual

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Power tool use and care

1. 

Do not force the power tool. Use the correct 

power tool for your application.

 The correct 

power tool will do the job better and safer at the 

rate for which it was designed.

2. 

Do not use the power tool if the switch does 

not turn it on and off.

 Any power tool that cannot 

be controlled with the switch is dangerous and 

must be repaired.

3. 

Disconnect the plug from the power source 

and/or remove the battery pack, if detachable, 

from the power tool before making any adjust-

ments, changing accessories, or storing power 

tools.

 Such preventive safety measures reduce 

the risk of starting the power tool accidentally.

4. 

Store idle power tools out of the reach of chil-

dren and do not allow persons unfamiliar with 

the power tool or these instructions to operate 

the power tool.

 Power tools are dangerous in the 

hands of untrained users.

5. 

Maintain power tools and accessories. Check 

for misalignment or binding of moving parts, 

breakage of parts and any other condition that 

may affect the power tool’s operation. If dam

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aged, have the power tool repaired before use.

Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained 

power tools.

6. 

Keep cutting tools sharp and clean.

 Properly 

maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges 

are less likely to bind and are easier to control.

7. 

Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits 

etc. in accordance with these instructions, tak-

ing into account the working conditions and 

the work to be performed.

 Use of the power tool 

for operations different from those intended could 

result in a hazardous situation.

8. 

Keep handles and grasping surfaces dry, 

clean and free from oil and grease.

 Slippery 

handles and grasping surfaces do not allow for 

safe handling and control of the tool in unexpected 

situations.

9. 

When using the tool, do not wear cloth work 

gloves which may be entangled.

 The entangle-

ment of cloth work gloves in the moving parts may 

result in personal injury.

Battery tool use and care

1. 

Recharge only with the charger specified by 

the manufacturer.

 A charger that is suitable for 

one type of battery pack may create a risk of fire 

when used with another battery pack.

2. 

Use power tools only with specifically desig

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nated battery packs.

 Use of any other battery 

packs may create a risk of injury and fire.

3. 

When battery pack is not in use, keep it away 

from other metal objects, like paper clips, 

coins, keys, nails, screws or other small metal 

objects, that can make a connection from one 

terminal to another.

 Shorting the battery termi-

nals together may cause burns or a fire.

4. 

Under abusive conditions, liquid may be 

ejected from the battery; avoid contact. If con-

tact accidentally occurs, flush with water. If 

liquid contacts eyes, additionally seek medical 

help.

 Liquid ejected from the battery may cause 

irritation or burns.

5. 

Do not use a battery pack or tool that is dam-

aged or modified.

 Damaged or modified batteries 

may exhibit unpredictable behaviour resulting in 

fire, explosion or risk of injury.

6. 

Do not expose a battery pack or tool to fire or 

excessive temperature.

 Exposure to fire or tem

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perature above 130 °C may cause explosion.

7. 

Follow all charging instructions and do not 

charge the battery pack or tool outside the 

temperature range specified in the instruc

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tions.

 Charging improperly or at temperatures 

outside the specified range may damage the 

battery and increase the risk of fire.

Service

1. 

Have your power tool serviced by a qualified 

repair person using only identical replacement 

parts.

 This will ensure that the safety of the power 

tool is maintained.

2. 

Never service damaged battery packs.

 Service 

of battery packs should only be performed by the 

manufacturer or authorized service providers.

3. 

Follow instruction for lubricating and chang-

ing accessories.

Important safety instructions for the tool

WARNING:

Read all safety warnings and 

all instructions.

 Failure to follow the warnings and 

instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or 

serious injury.

Save all warnings and instruc-

tions for future reference.

Intended use

1. 

This tool is only intended for cutting grass, 

weeds, bushes and undergrowth. It should not 

be used for any other purpose such as edging 

or hedge cutting as this may cause injury.

General instructions

1. 

Never allow people unfamiliar with these 

instructions, people (including children) with 

reduced physical, sensory or mental capabil-

ities, or lack of experience and knowledge to 

use the tool. Children should be supervised to 

ensure that they do not play with the tool.

2. 

Before starting the tool, read this instruction 

manual to become familiar with the handling of 

the tool.

3. 

Do not lend the tool to a person with insuffi

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cient experience or knowledge regarding han-

dling of brushcutters and string trimmers.

4. 

When lending the tool, always attach this 

instruction manual.

5. 

Handle the tool with the utmost care and 

attention.

6. 

Never use the tool after consuming alcohol or 

drugs, or if feeling tired or ill.

7. 

Never attempt to modify the tool.

8. 

Follow the regulations about handling of 

brushcutters and string trimmers in your 

country.