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INSTRUCTION MANUAL Cordless Edger UE001G Read before use. Read before use.
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See the section "Installing or removing battery cartridge" for how to remove or install the battery. • See the chapter "ASSEMBLY" for the appropriate details of precautions before installation of the appliance. SPECIFICATIONS Model: UE001G No load speed 0 - 4,800 min (without attachment) Overall length (without battery cartridge) 1,860 mm...
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hearing protection used for appropriate conditions Only for EU countries Ni-MH will reduce personal injuries. Li-ion Due to the presence of hazardous com- ponents in the equipment, waste electrical While edging, always wear safety helmet, eye and electronic equipment, accumulators and ear protection, protective gloves, sub- and batteries may have a negative impact stantial foot wear, and long trousers to protect on the environment and human health.
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— after striking a foreign object: inspect the 28. Do not leave the tool unattended outdoors in blade(s) for damage and make repairs the rain. before restarting and operating the edger; 29. When wet leaves or dirt adhere to the suc- tion mouth (ventilation window) due to rain, —...
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accessories, or storing machine. Such preven- 20. Do not replace the battery with wet hands. tive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the 21. After removing the battery from the tool or machine accidentally. charger, be sure to attach the battery cover to Recharge only with the charger specified by the battery and store it in a dry place.
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Follow your local regulations relating to causing fires, personal injury and damage. It will disposal of battery. also void the Makita warranty for the Makita tool and 12. Use the batteries only with the products charger. specified by Makita. Installing the batteries to...
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FUNCTIONAL CAUTION: Always install the battery cartridge fully until the red indicator cannot be seen. If not, DESCRIPTION it may accidentally fall out of the tool, causing injury to you or someone around you. CAUTION: Do not install the battery cartridge WARNING: Always be sure that the tool is forcibly. If the cartridge does not slide in easily, it is switched off and the battery cartridge is removed not being inserted correctly.
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Overheat protection NOTE: Depending on the conditions of use and the ambient temperature, the indication may differ slightly If the tool or battery cartridge is overheated, the tool from the actual capacity. stops automatically. When the tool is overheated, the NOTE: The first (far left) indicator lamp will blink when indicator lamp lights up in red. When the battery car- the battery protection system works.
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Tool speed is increased by increasing the pressure on the tool serviced at Makita Authorized Service the switch trigger. Center. Release the switch trigger to stop.
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Remove the cap from the gear case. Hex wrench storage CAUTION: Be careful not to leave the hex wrench inserted in the tool head. It may cause injury and/or damage to the tool. When not in use, store the hex wrench as illustrated to keep it from being lost. Fig.10 ► 1 .
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Ttighten the bolt (long) with a hex wrench to fix the shaft. Fig.13 ► 1 . Hex wrench 2. Receive washer 3. Blade 4. Clamp 5. Nut (with spring washer) NOTE: The cutter blade-fastening nut (with spring washer) wears out in course of time. If there appears any wear or deformation on the nut, replace it. OPERATION WARNING: Follow the warnings and precautions...
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Direct impact to the battery repairs, any other maintenance or adjustment should cartridge may cause battery malfunction and result in injury and/or fire. If the battery guard is deformed be performed by Makita Authorized or Factory Service Centers, always using Makita replacement parts. or damaged, contact your authorized service center for repairs.
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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. Battery cartridge is not installed. Install the battery cartridge.