The battery adapter(s) listed above may not be available depending on your region of residence. • Before using the battery adapter, read instruction and cautionary markings on the battery adapter. Noise Model DUR190U Cutting tool Sound pressure level (L Sound power level (L...
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Vibration Model DUR190U Cutting tool Left hand Right hand Applicable standard (m/s Uncertainty K (m/s Uncertainty K (m/s (m/s 4-tooth blade ISO22867 (ISO11806-1) Nylon cutting head ISO22867 (ISO11806-1) Plastic blade ISO22867 (ISO11806-1) Model DUR190L Cutting tool Left hand Right hand...
Work area safety Symbols Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents. The followings show the symbols used for the equipment. Do not operate power tools in explosive atmo- Be sure that you understand their meaning before use. spheres, such as in the presence of flammable Take particular care and attention.
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Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly balance at all times. This enables better control maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges of the power tool in unexpected situations. are less likely to bind and are easier to control. Dress properly.
Wear proper clothing and shoes for safe Important safety instructions for the operation, such as a work overall and sturdy, tool non-slip shoes. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Loose clothes, jewelry or long hair can be caught in moving parts. WARNING: Read all safety warnings and When touching the cutting blade, wear protec- all instructions.
Putting into operation When you leave the tool, even if it is a short time, always remove the battery cartridge. The Before assembling or adjusting the tool, unattended tool with the battery cartridge installed remove the battery cartridge. may be used by unauthorized person and cause Before handling the cutter blade, wear protec- serious accident.
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Only use the cutting tool that are marked with a speed equal or higher than the speed marked on the tool. Always keep your hands, face, and clothes away from the cutting tool when it is rotating. Failure to do so may cause personal injury. Always use the cutting attachment guard prop- erly suited for the cutting attachment used.
— Your name causing fires, personal injury and damage. It will Important safety instructions for also void the Makita warranty for the Makita tool and charger. battery cartridge Tips for maintaining maximum Before using battery cartridge, read all instruc-...
FUNCTIONAL Caution lamp Status Color Blinking DESCRIPTION Overload Overheat WARNING: Always be sure that the tool is switched off and the battery cartridge is removed Over discharge before adjusting or checking function on the tool. Failure to switch off and remove the battery cartridge Overload protection may result in serious personal injury from accidental start-up. If the tool gets into one of the following situation, the tool automatically stops and the caution lamp starts Installing or removing battery...
To start the tool, grasp the handle (the lock-off lever is Indicator lamps Remaining released by the grasp) and then pull the switch trigger. capacity To stop the tool, release the switch trigger. DUR190U and DUR191U Lighted Blinking 75% to 100% 50% to 75% 25% to 50% 0% to 25% Charge the battery.
Installing the handle the switch trigger while depressing the lock-off lever when the cutting tool is stopped. The speed indicators For DUR190U and DUR191U only and ADT indicator start blinking, and the cutting tool Insert the shaft of the handle into the grip. Align rotates in reverse direction when you pull the switch the screw hole in the grip with the one in the shaft.
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Place handle between handle clamp and handle Mounting the attachment pipe holder. Adjust the handle to an angle that provides a comfortable working position and then secure with hex For DUR191U and DUR191L only socket head bolts. Mount the attachment pipe to the power unit. Turn the lever to the direction of the arrow shown in the figure.
Cutter blade To remove the pipe, turn the lever to the direction of the arrow shown in the figure and pull the pipe out while pressing down the lock lever. CAUTION: When handling a cutter blade, always wear gloves and put the blade cover on the blade. CAUTION: The cutter blade must be well pol- ished, and free of cracks or breakage.
Plastic blade Put the clamp washer and cup onto the cutter blade. NOTICE: Be sure to use genuine Makita plastic While holding down the spindle lock button, blade. tighten the nut securely by the box wrench. While holding down the spindle lock button, place the plastic blade onto the spindle and tighten it securely by hand.
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Adjust the handle and hanger position to obtain com- fortable handling of the tool. For DUR190U and DUR191U Adjust the handle/hanger position so that the tool comes within the range as shown below. ► 1 . Hex socket head bolt 2. Hanger For DUR190L and DUR191L Loosen the hex socket head bolts on the handle.
When not in use, store the hex wrench as shown in the figure to keep it from being lost. DUR190U and DUR191U ► 1 . Hex wrench For DUR190L and DUR191L only ► 1 . Hook 2. Hanger DUR190L and DUR191L ► 1 .
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Pull out the strip release the tool from the shoulder Correct positioning and handling allow optimum control harness. and reduce the risk of injury caused by kickback. DUR190L and DUR191L DUR190U and DUR191U ► 1 . Buckle DUR190L and DUR191L Simply squeeze the sides of the buckle to release the tool from the shoulder harness.
Discoloration, deformation or cracks may result. To maintain product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs, any other maintenance or adjustment should be performed by Makita Authorized or Factory Service Centers, always using Makita replacement parts. Replacing the nylon cord WARNING: Use only the nylon cord with diameter specified in this instruction manual.
► 1 . Arrow on the protector 2. Arrow on the blade TROUBLESHOOTING Before asking for repairs, conduct your own inspection first. If you find a problem that is not explained in the manual, do not attempt to dismantle the tool. Instead, ask Makita Authorized Service Centers, always using Makita replace- ment parts for repairs. State of abnormality Probable cause (malfunction) Remedy Motor does not run.
The use of any other accessory or attachment may result in serious personal injury. 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. Only use accessory or attachment for its stated purpose.