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Battery-Powered Hedge TLimmer
Equipped with Electric Brake
300 mm (11=3/4") MODEL UH303D
300 mm (11-3/4") MODEL UH303DST
With Battery & Charger
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
SPECIFICATIONS
Effective cutting blade length Strokes per min. Dimensions (L x W x HI Net weight
669 mm x 140 mm x 137 mm
300 mm (1 1-314") 1,200 1,3 kg (2,9 Ibs)
(26-318" x 5-1/2" x 5-318")
Battery 122 Model DC122 Charger
Voltage Input output Charging time
12v A.C. 11 5V 60Hz
D.C. 12V Approx. 1 Hr.
* Note: Specification
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (For Hedge Trimmers) . WARNING: WHEN USING ELECTRIC TOOLS, BASIC SAFETY PRECAUTIONS SHOULD ALWAYS BE FOLLOWED TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, AND PERSONAL INJURY, INCLUDING THE FOLLOWING: READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS. 1. Avoid Dangerous Environment - Don't use hedge trimmers in damp or wet locations. 2. Don't Use In Rain. 3. Keep Children Away - All visitors should be kept at a distance from work area. 4. Dress Properly - Don't wear loose clothing
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extension cords periodically and replace if damaged. Keep handles dry, clean, and free from oil and grease. 14. Check Damaged Parts - Before further use of the hedge trimmer, a guard or other part that is damaged should be carefully checked to determine that it will operate properly and perform its intended function. Check for align- ment of moving parts, binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, mount- ing, and any other condition that may affect its operation. A guard or other part th
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR BATTERY & CHARGER I. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS - This manual contains important safety and operating instructions for battery charger. 2. Before using battery charger, read all instructions and cautionary markings on (1) battery charger, (2) battery, and (3) product using battery. 3. CAUTION - To reduce risk of injury, charge only MAKITA battery 121 or 122. Other types of batteries may burst causing personal injury and damage. Non-rechargeable batteries ca
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ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES FOR BATTERY 1. Always charge the Makita battery 122 immediately after purchase. 2. Always recharge the Makita battery 122 after use. 3. Be sure to charge the Makita battery 122 for approx. one week every six it for long periods. If left uncharged, it may become months, when not using unchargeable. 4. Use only the Makita charger Model DC122 or DC121 specified to charge the Makita battery 122. 5. Do not charge inside a box or container of any kind. 6. Do not short
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ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES FOR CHARGER 1. The Makita charger Model DC122 is specifically designed to charge only the Makita battery 121 or 122. Do not attempt to charge any other battery with this charger. 2. Handle the charger carefully. Do not drop or strike it. 3. Never carry the charger by cord or yank it to disconnect from receptacle. 4. Keep cord from heat, oil, chemicals, and sharp edges. 5. Use only a power source of the same voltage as indicated on the nameplate of the charger when
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Charging Connect the battery to the charger using the adaptor cord. Then plug the charger into the power source. The charging light will illuminate and charging will begin. When the charg- ing light goes out at a certain time, the charging is complete. Unplug the charger. (Note: Refer to the table below for the charging time.) DC122 DC121 122 Approx. 1 hour Approx. 2 hours I 121 I Approx. 2 hours I Approx. 4 hours I Battery-, Ou ti et I CAUTION: Always charge the Makita battery 122 im
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Switch action To prevent the trigger from being acciden- tally pulled, a lock-off lever is provided. To start the tool, slide the lock-off lever in the direction of the arrow and pull the trigger. Release the trigger to stop. - Lock-off lever Switch trigger CAUTION: Before connecting the battery to the tool, always check to see that the switch trigger actuates properly and returns to the "OFF" position when released. 0 Do not switch on the tool when someone is nearby or when the blade
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Carrying the battery Hook the battery to your waist belt. If the adaptor cord is too long for your work, use the band provided to hold it when you coil it shorter. Operation Do not attempt to cut branches thicker than 8 mm (5/16") diameter with this trimmer. These should first the cut with shears down to the hedge trimming level. Hold the tool firmly with both hands. Switch on the tool without the blades n making any contact. Move the tool in front of your body while cutting. To c
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To cut a hedge side evenly, it helps to cut from the bottom upwards. Trim boxwood or rhododendron from the base toward the top for a nice appearance and good job. CAUTION: 0 Keep hands away from blades. Be careful not to accidentally contact a metal fence or other hard objects while trim- ming. The blade will break and may cause serious injury. *When not in use, be sure to cover the blades with the blade guard (blade cover). Ex- posed blades may cause serious injury if someone trips ov
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MAINTENANCE CAUTION : Always be sure that the tool is switched off and the battery is disconnected from the tool before attempting to perform inspection or maintenance. Blade maintenance After use, clean off the blades (both sides) with a stiff brush. Then wipe the blades with a cloth and coat them with light machine oil. CAUTION: Dirt and corrosion cause excessive blade friction and shorten the operating time per battery charge. Storage Do not clean the tool, charger and/or batter
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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. The accessories or attachments should be used only in the proper and intended manner. Charger 0 Battery 122 Model DC122 Blade 0 Extension cord 12
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Dec -19-'94 US 300 mm (11-3/4") BATTERY-POWERED HEDGE TRIMMER Model UH303D Note: The switch and other part configurations may differ from country to country. 13
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MODEL UH303D Dec.-19-'94 US ';"OM GfD DESCRIPTION 'LLM AtD DESCRIPTION MACHINE MACHINE ~ ~ 1 1 Name Plate 15 1 Switch 2 1 Housing Set (With Item 201 16 1 Switch Lever 3 1 sponge Sea1 17 1 Lock Off Lever 4 1 18 1 Shaft Compression Spring 3 5 1 Helical Gear 52 19 1 Inlet 6 1 Plate 20 1 tiouslng Set lwlth Item 21 7 1 Crank 21 5 Tapping Screw 4x20 8 2 Urethan Sleeve 4 22 1 Makita Label 9 1 Guard 23 1 Grip Set IWith Item 241 10 1 Hex NutM4-10 24 2 Pan Head Screw M5xl8 IWith Washed 11
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Recycling the battery The only way to dispose of a Makita battery is to recycle it. The law prohibits any other of disposal. method To recycle the battery: 1) Remove belt from the battery 2) Ship or take battery to your nearest Makita Factory Service Center or Distributor that sells Makita lead batteries. (Call your nearest Makita Service Center or Distributor to determine the location that provides Makita lead battery recycling. See your local Yellow pages under ”Tools - Electric”. P
