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Makita BBC231U Instruction Manual
Summary of BBC231U
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1 english ( o rigina l in st ruct ions) instruction manual important: read before using. Cordless brushcutter / cordless string trimmer bbc231u bbc300l bc231ud bc300ld 010751.
Page 2: Specifications
2 english (original instructions) specifications model bbc231u / bc231ud type of handle bike handle high 0 - 7,300 min -1 no load speed low 0 - 5,300 min -1 overall length 1,880 mm cutting blade diameter 230 mm net weight 7.1 kg rated voltage d.C. 36 v standard battery cartridge and charger always k...
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3 the times when the tool is switched off and when it is running idle in addition to the trigger time). End008-3 symbols the following show the symbols used for the equipment. Be sure that you understand their meaning before use. ･ take particular care and attention. ･ read instruction manual. ･ dan...
Page 4: Important Safety
4 the technical documentation is kept by our authorised representative in europe who is: makita international europe ltd. Michigan drive, tongwell, milton keynes, bucks mk15 8jd, england the conformity assessment procedure required by directive 2000/14/ec was in accordance with annex viii. Notified ...
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5 6. Warning: use of this product can create dust containing chemicals which may cause respiratory or other illnesses. Some examples of these chemicals are compounds found in pesticides, insecticides, fertilizers and herbicides. Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on how often you do th...
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6 remove the battery cartridge and inspect the cutting attachment. 13. Check the cutting attachment frequently during operation for cracks or damages. Before the inspection, remove the battery cartridge and wait until the cutting attachment stops completely. Replace damaged cutting attachment immedi...
Page 7: Save These Instructions.
7 6. Do not attempt any maintenance or repair not described in the instruction manual. Ask our authorized service center for such work. 7. Always use our genuine spare parts and accessories only. Using parts or accessories supplied by a third party may result in the tool breakdown, property damage a...
Page 8: Parts Description
8 parts description bbc231u / bc231ud bbc300l / bc300ld 1 2 3 4 5 9 7 8 1 2 6 4 6 7 8 9 10 3 5 11 12 10 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 12 battery cartridge indication lamp switch trigger hanger (suspension point) grip guard (cutting attachment guard) gear case cutting tool shoulder harness buckle barrier guar...
Page 9: Functional Description
9 functional description warning: • always be sure that the tool is switched off and battery cartridge is removed before adjusting or checking the functions on the tool. Failure to switch off and remove the battery cartridge may result in serious personal injury from accidental start-up. Installing ...
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10 should be depressed. To remove weeds and debris that are jammed in the rotating head the tool can be reversed by depressing the "b" side of the switch. In the reverse position the tool will only operate for a short period of time and automatically shut off. Warning: • always be sure that the tool...
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11 status blinking lighting on - lighting on - battery power has been nearly used up. Battery protector is shutting off the power - battery power has been used up. - - action to be taken replace the battery with fully charged one. Replace the battery with fully charged one. Rest the equipment for a ...
Page 12: Assembly
12 indicator lamps lighted off blinking e f remaining capacity 70% to 100% 45% to 70% 20% to 45% 0% to 20% charge the battery. The battery may have malfunctioned. 011713 • when only the lowermost indicator lamp (next to the "e") blinks, or when none of the indicator lamps light, the battery capacity...
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13 installing the guard 1 2 013140 1 2 3 010768 warning: • never use the tool without the guard illustrated in place. Failure to do so can cause serious personal injury. Caution: • while installing the guard extension be careful not to contact the sharp nylon cord cutter provided on the guard extens...
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14 installing the cutter blade warning: • the outside diameter of the cutter blade must be 230 mm. Never use any blade exceeding 230 mm in outside diameter. Caution: • the cutter blade must be well polished, free of cracks or breakage. Polish or replace the cutter blade every three hours of operatio...
Page 15: Operation
15 operation correct handling of tool (bbc231u,bc231ud) correct posture warning: • always position the tool on your right-hand side so that the shaft of the left handle is always in front of your body. Correct positioning of the tool allows for maximum control and will reduce the risk of serious per...
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16 correct handling of tool (bbc300l,bc300ld) correct posture warning: • always position the tool on your right-hand side so that the barrier is always in front of your body. Correct positioning of the tool allows for maximum control and will reduce the risk of serious personal injury caused by kick...
Page 17: Maintenance
17 maintenance warning: • always be sure that the tool is switched off and battery cartridge is removed before attempting to perform inspection or maintenance on the tool. Failure to switch off and remove the battery cartridge may result in serious personal injury from accidental start-up. Notice: n...
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18 1 2 3 010776 align the protrusion on the underside of the cover with the slots of the eyelets. Then push cover firmly onto the housing to secure it. Make sure the latches fully spread in the cover. To maintain product safety and reliability, repairs, any other maintenance or adjustment should be ...
Page 19: Trouble Shooting
19 trouble shooting 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 replacement parts for repairs. Malfunction status mot...
Page 20: Optional Accessories
20 optional 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. Only use accessory or attachment for its stated purpose. If you need ...
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24 makita corporation anjo, aichi, japan www.Makita.Com 884944g226.