Makita UR101C Manual De Instrucciones página 5

18. Do not operate power tools in explosive atmo-
spheres, such as in the presence of flammable
liquids, gases or dust. Power tools create sparks
which may ignite the dust or fumes.
19. Take a rest to prevent loss of control caused
by fatigue. We recommend to take a 10 to
20-minute rest every hour.
20. Hold the power tool by insulated gripping
surfaces only, because the cutter blade may
contact hidden wiring. Cutter blades contacting
a "live" wire may make exposed metal parts of the
power tool "live" and could give the operator an
electric shock.
21. Do not use the tool on steep slopes.
22. The shoulder harness must be used during
operation, if supplied with the tool.
23. Do not touch the gear case during and imme-
diately after the operation. The gear case
becomes hot during operation and can cause burn
injury.
24. Do not start the tool when the cutting tool is
tangled with cut grass.
25. Before starting the tool, be sure that the cut-
ting tool is not touching the ground and other
obstacles such as a tree.
26. Always keep your hands, face, and clothes
away from the cutting tool when it is rotating.
Failure to do so may cause personal injury.
27. Only use the cutting tool that are marked with
a speed equal or higher than the speed marked
on the tool.
28. Do not use the tool when there is a risk of
lightning.
29. When you use the tool on muddy ground, wet
slope, or slippery place, pay attention to your
footing.
30. Avoid working in poor environment where
increased user fatigue is expected.
31. Do not use the tool in bad weather where visi-
bility is limited. Failure to do so may cause fall or
incorrect operation due to low visibility.
32. Do not submerge the tool into a puddle.
33. Do not leave the tool unattended outdoors in
the rain.
34. When wet leaves or dirt adhere to the suc-
tion mouth (ventilation window) due to rain,
remove them.
35. Do not use the tool in the snow.
Kickback (blade thrust)
Kickback (blade thrust) may occur when the spin-
ning blade contacts an object that it can not imme-
diately cut. It can be violent enough to cause the
unit and/or operator to be propelled in any direc-
tion, and possibly lose control of the unit, resulting
in a serious injury. Kickback can occur without
warning if the blade snags, stalls or binds and is
more likely to occur in areas where it is difficult to
see the material being cut.
Kickback occurs particularly when applying the
blade segment between 12 and 2 o'clock to hard
objects, bushes and trees with a diameter of 3 cm
or larger.
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To avoid kickback:
1. Apply the segment between 8 and 11 o'clock.
2. Swing the tool evenly in a half-circle from right
to left, like using a scythe. This allows the proper
segment of the blade to contact plants to be cut.
3. Never apply the segment between 12 and 2 o'clock.
Never apply the segment between 11 and 12
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o'clock and between 2 and 5 o'clock, unless
the operator is well trained and experienced
and does it at his/her own risk.
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5. Never use cutting blades close to hard objects,
such as fences, walls, tree trunks and stones.
Never use cutting blades vertically, for such
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operations as edging and trimming hedges.
7. Avoid using the tool in areas where it is diffi-
cult to see the object being cut.
Maintenance instructions
1. The condition of the cutting tool, protective devices
must be checked before commencing work.
2. Turn off the motor and disconnect the portable
power pack from the tool before carrying out
maintenance, replacing the cutting tool and
cleaning the tool.
3. Check for loose fasteners and damaged parts
such as cracks in the cutting tool.
4. Follow instructions for lubricating and chang-
ing accessories if applicable.
5. When not in use store the equipment in an
indoor dry location that is locked up or out of
children's reach.
6. Use only the manufacturer's recommended
replacement parts and accessories.
Inspect and maintain the tool regularly, espe-
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cially before/after use. Have the tool repaired
only by our authorized service center.
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