Makita LXRM01 Instruction Manual

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ENGLISH (Original instructions)

Makita LXRM01 Overview

Controls (Fig. 1-5)

LCD display (Fig. 6)

Symbols

The following show the symbols used for the equipment.
Be sure that you understand their meaning before use.

............... Read instruction manual.

............... Always recycle batteries

IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING:

When using Makita LXRM01, basic precautions should
always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric
shock, and personal injury, including the following:

GENERAL SAFETY RULES

1. Before using Makita LXRM01, read all instructions and
cautionary markings.

2. Clean only with dry cloth.

3. Do not block any ventilation opening. Install in
accordance with the manufacturer’s instruction.

4. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators,
heat register, stoves, or other apparatus (including
amplifiers) that produce heat.

5. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the
manufacturer.

6. Avoid using this unit in metal dust surrounding, as it
will affect the quality of the speaker.

7. Do not soak the unit into water. It can only tolerate in
the environment under 90% of humidity.

8. Recharge only with the charger specified by the
manufacturer. A charger that is suitable for one type of
battery pack may create a risk of fire when used with
another battery pack.

9. Use power tools only with specifically designated
battery packs. Use of any other battery packs may
create a risk of injury and fire.

10. When (the) battery pack is not in use, keep it away
from other metal objects like paper clips, coins, keys,
nails, screws, or other small metal objects that can
make a connection from one terminal to another.
Shorting the battery terminals together may cause
burns or fire.

11. Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected from
the battery; avoid contact. If contact accidentally
occurs, flush with water.
If liquid contacts eyes, additionally seek for medical
help. Liquid ejected from the battery may cause
irritation or burns.

SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

FOR BATTERY CARTRIDGE

1. Before using battery cartridge, read all instructions
and cautionary markings on (1) battery charger,
(2) battery, and (3) product using battery.

2. Do not disassemble battery cartridge.

3. If operating time has become excessively shorter, stop
operating immediately. It may result in a risk of
overheating, possible burns and even an explosion.

4. If electrolyte gets into your eyes, rinse them out with
clear water and seek medical attention right away. It
may result in loss of your eyesight.

5. Do not short the battery cartridge:
(1) Do not touch the terminals with any conductive

material.

(2) Avoid storing battery cartridge in a container with

other metal objects such as nails, coins, etc.

(3) Do not expose battery cartridge to water or rain.

A battery short can cause a large current flow,
overheating, possible burns and even a
breakdown.

6. Do not store the tool and battery cartridge in locations
where the temperature may reach or exceed 50°C
(122°F).

7. Do not incinerate the battery cartridge even if it is
severely damaged or is completely worn out. The
battery cartridge can explode in a fire.

8. Be careful not to drop or strike battery.

9. Do not use dropped or struck battery. (Do not use a
damaged battery.)

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Tips for maintaining maximum battery life

1. Charge the battery cartridge before completely
discharged. Always stop tool operation and charge the
battery cartridge when you notice less tool power.

1. Flash light button

2. Flash light

3. FM Antenna

4. Speaker

5. Radio power button

6. Preset buttons

7. Radio station tuning Up/Down
button

8. Volume Up/Down button

9. LCD display

10. Main battery compartment

11. Red indicator

12. Button

13. Battery cartridge

A. AM icon
B. FM icon

C. Preset numbers
D. Volume level

E. Battery indicator
F. Radio station frequency

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2. Never recharge a fully charged battery cartridge.
Overcharging shortens the battery service life.

3. Charge the battery cartridge with room temperature at
10°C-40°C (50°F-104°F). Let a heated battery
cartridge cool down before charging it.

4. Charge the battery cartridge once in every six months
if you do not use it for a long period of time.

Installing or removing the slide battery
cartridge (Fig. 5)

WARNING:

Recharge only with the charger specified for the battery.
Use of any other batteries may create a risk of fire.

• Always switch off the tool before installing or removing

of the battery cartridge.

• To remove the battery cartridge, slide it from the tool

while pressing the button on the front of the cartridge.

• To install the battery cartridge, align the tongue on the

battery cartridge with the groove in the housing and slip

it into place.
Always insert it all the way until it locks in place with a
click. If you can see the red indicator on the upper side of
the button, it is not locked completely. Install it fully until
the red indicator cannot be seen. If not, it may accidentally
fall out of the tool, causing injury to you or to someone
around you.

Battery life indication

There is a battery icon [ ] on the LCD indicating the
battery life.

( ): battery life is more than 30%

( ): battery life is less than 30%

( ): battery life is less than 10%

( ): battery is almost dying out. You should charge the

battery immediately

Operating the radio

WARNING:

Avoid using this unit in metal dust surrounding, as it will
affect the quality of the speaker.

WARNING:

Do not soak the unit into water. It can only tolerate in the
environment under 90% of humidity.

This unit equips with three tuning methods- Scan tuning,
Manual tuning and Memory presets recall.

Scan tuning

1. Press the Radio power button [ ] to turn on the

radio.

2. Select the desired waveband (i.e. AM/FM) by brief

pressing the Power button [ ].

Note:

Make sure the antenna has been extended for the best
FM reception. For AM band, rotate the radio horizontally
to get the best signal.

Important:

Try to avoid operating the radio next to computer screen
and other equipment which will cause interference to the
radio.

3. Press and hold the Radio Station Tuning Up/Down
button [ ] over 0.5 seconds. The frequency will
stop at the next available station.

4. Press the Volume Up/Down button [ ] to get the
optimal sound level. LCD display will show sound level
changes (0-40 steps).

5. To turn off the radio, press and hold the Power button
[ ] until OFF is shown on the LCD display.

Manual tuning

1. Press the Radio power button [ ] to turn on the
radio.

2. Select the desired waveband (i.e. AM/FM) by brief
pressing the Power button [ ].

Note:

Make sure the antenna has been extended for the best
FM reception. For AM (MW) band, rotate the radio to get
the best signal.

3. Press the Tuning Up/Down Control [ ] until the
desired frequency shown on the display.

4. Press the Volume Up/Down button [ ] to get the
optimal sound level.

5. To turn off the radio, press and hold the Radio power
button [ ] until OFF is shown on the LCD display.

Storing stations in presets memories

There are 3 memory presets for each waveband.

1. Press the Radio power button [ ] to turn on the
radio.

2. Tune to desired station using the steps previously
described.

3. Press and hold the desired Preset button (approx.
3 sec) until the preset number stop flashing on the
display. The preset number will appear in the display
and the station will be stored under chosen preset
button.

4. Repeat this procedure for the remaining presets.

Note:

Stations stored in preset memories can be overwritten by
following above procedures.

Recall stations from preset memories

1. Press the Radio power button [ ] to turn on the
radio.

2. Select the desired waveband.

3. Press the desired Preset button, the preset number
and station frequency will appear in the display.

System reset

If your radio fails to work properly, or some digits on the
display are missing or incomplete, carry out the following
procedure.

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Note:
To reset the system, you must put the radio in OFF
mode.

1. Press the Radio power button [ ] to turn off the
radio.

2. Press and hold both the preset button 3 [ ] and the
Radio power button [ ] for approximately
5 seconds. When the LCD shows a display of all the
icons, all the preset memories are back to factory
default.

Using flash light (Fig. 7)

WARNING:

To reduce the risk of injury, do not look directly into the
light when the work light is on.

WARNING:

To reduce the risk of injury, DO NOT operate work light
without bezel assembly in place.

Using and adjusting the pivot head

Press the flash light button [ ] to switch on/off the
flashlight when the radio is either on or off.

Note:

The pivot head can pivot to a range of 150 degrees and
can be adjusted in 6 stages. Pivot head to desired
position. Allow the detent to snap into place.

Important:

Do not forcibly pivot the head.

LCD back light

Press any control buttons, LCD display will illuminate for
approx. 10 seconds.

Specifications

Maintenance

To maintain product safety and reliability, repairs,
maintenance or adjustment should be carried out by a
Makita Authorized Service Center.

Model LXRM01

Power source D.C.14.4 V/18 V

LED 1.4 W x 3

Tuning Frequency Range

AM: 520-1,710 kHz

FM: 87.5-108 MHz

Speaker ø51 mm 8  3 W

Output Power (18 V) 3.0 W

Only Radio Only Light Radio/Light

Operating time

(with radio output power 100 mW)

BL1415 11 hours 3.5 hours 2.5 hours
BL1430 25 hours 8.5 hours 6 hours
BL1815 11 hours 3.5 hours 2.5 hours
BL1830 25 hours 8.5 hours 6 hours

Dimension

(With Battery BL1430)

263 mm x 75 mm x 196 mm (10-3/8” x 2-15/16” x 7-3/4”)

Net weight

0.95 kg (2.1 lbs) (with battery BL1415)

1.14 kg (2.5 lbs) (with battery BL1430)

1.01 kg (2.2 lbs) (with battery BL1815)

1.23 kg (2.7 lbs) (with battery BL1830)