Use and Care Manual
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Indicator Mode Stroke speed
High 4,400/min
Medium 3,600/min
Low 2,000/min
Reverse button for debris removal
WARNING:
If the entangled branches or debris can-
not be removed by the reverse function, switch off the tool
and remove the battery cartridge, and then remove the entan-
gled branches or debris using tools such as pliers. Failure to
This tool has a reverse button to change the direction
branches and debris entangled in the tool.
To r ev er se th e s h ear bl a des m ove m ent , t ap th e r ev er se bu t ton w hen
the shear blades have stopped, then press the switch lever and pull
the switch trigger while pressing the lock-off lever. The power lamp
starts blinking, and the shear blades move in reverse direction.
When entangled branches and debris are removed,
the tool returns to the regular movement and the power
lamp stops blinking and lights up.
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1. Reverse button
NOTE:
If the entangled branches or debris cannot be removed,
NOTE:
blades are still moving, the tool comes to stop and to
Electric brake
This tool is equipped with an electric brake. If the tool
released, have the tool serviced at a Makita service center.
ASSEMBLY
CAUTION: Always be sure that the tool is
switched off and the battery cartridge is removed
before carrying out any work on the tool.
CAUTION: When replacing the shear blades,
always wear gloves so that your hands do not
directly contact the blades.
NOTICE: When replacing the shear blades, do
not wipe off grease from the gear and crank.
Installing or removing the shear blades
CAUTION: Attach the blade cover before
removing or installing the shear blades.
You can install 500 mm (19-3/4"), 600 mm (23-5/8"), or
1. Place the tool upside down, and then remove 6
screws.
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1. Screw
2. Remove the cover and the plate.
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2
1. Cover 2. Plate
NOTE: