Makita XAU02 Users guide

INSTRUCTION MANUAL
MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES

Cordless Telescopic Pole Saw
Sierra de Extensión Telescópica
Inalámbrica

XAU02

IMPORTANT: Read Before Using.
IMPORTANTE: Lea antes de usar.

ENGLISH (Original instructions)

SPECIFICATIONS

Model: XAU02

Overall length (without guide bar) 2,530 - 3,760 mm

Rated voltage D.C. 36 V

Net weight 7.8 - 8.4 kg (17.2 - 18.5 lbs)

Standard guide bar length 250 mm

Recommended guide bar
length

Applicable saw chain type
(refer to the table below)

Standard sprocket Number of teeth 6

Chain speed 0 - 20 m/s

Chain oil tank volume 160 cm

with 90PX 250 mm

with 91PX 250 mm

Pitch 3/8″

• Due to our continuing program of research and development, the specications herein are subject to change

without notice.

• Specications may di󰀨er from country to country.

• The weight may di󰀨er depending on the attachment(s), including the battery cartridge. The lightest and heavi­est combination, according to EPTA-Procedure 01/2014, are shown in the table.

Applicable battery cartridge and charger

Battery cartridge BL1820B / BL1830 / BL1830B / BL1840B / BL1850B / BL1860B

Charger DC18RC / DC18RD / DC18RE / DC18SD / DC18SE / DC18SF /

• Some of the battery cartridges and chargers listed above may not be available depending on your region of
residence.

WARNING: Only use the battery cartridges and chargers listed above. Use of any other battery cartridges

and chargers may cause injury and/or re.

(99-1/2″ - 148″)

(10″)

(10″)

(10″)

90PX
91PX

(0 - 1,200 m/min)

(0 - 3,940 ft/min)

3

(5.4  oz)

DC18SH

Recommended battery adapter

Battery adapter PDC01

• 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.

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Saw chain, guide bar, and sprocket combination

Saw chain type 90PX

Number of drive links 40

Guide bar Guide bar length 250 mm

Cutting length 240 mm

Pitch 3/8″

Gauge 1.1 mm

Type Sprocket nose bar

Sprocket Number of teeth 6

Pitch 3/8″

Saw chain type 91PX

Number of drive links 40

Guide bar Guide bar length 250 mm

Cutting length 240 mm

Pitch 3/8″

Gauge 1.3 mm

Type Sprocket nose bar

Sprocket Number of teeth 6

Pitch 3/8″

(10″)

(9-1/2″)

(0.043″)

(10″)

(9-1/2″)

(0.050″)

WARNING: Use appropriate combination of the guide bar and saw chain. Otherwise personal injury may

result.

SAFETY WARNINGS

Important safety instructions

WARNING: Do not operate near electrical

power lines. The unit has not been designed to
provide protection from electric shock in the
event of contact with overhead electric lines,
Consult local regulations for safe distances from
overhead electric power lines and ensure that the
operating position is safe and secure before oper­ating the saw chain pole pruner.

WARNING: When using electric gardening

appliances, basic safety precautions should

always be followed to reduce the risk of re,

electric shock, and personal injury, including the
following:

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS.

1. Avoid Dangerous Environment - Do not use
appliances 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 - Do not wear loose clothing or

jewelry. They can be caught in moving parts. Use

of rubber gloves and substantial footwear is rec­ommended when working outdoors. Wear protec­tive hair covering to contain long hair.

5. Use Safety Glasses – Always use face or dust

mask if operation is dusty.

6. Use Right Appliance - Do not use appliance for

any job except that for which it is intended.

7. Avoid Unintentional Starting - Do not carry

appliance with nger on switch. Be sure switch is
o󰀨 before inserting battery pack.

8.

Do not grasp the exposed cutting blades or cutting
edges when picking up or holding the appliance.

9. Do not Force Appliance - It will do the job better

and with less likelihood of a risk of injury at the

rate for which it was designed.

10. Do not Overreach - Keep proper footing and

balance at all times.

11.

Stay Alert - Watch what you are doing. Use common

sense. Do not operate appliance when you are tired.

12. Store Idle Appliances Indoors - When not in use,

appliances should be stored indoors in dry, and

high or locked-up place out of reach of children.

13. Maintain Appliance With Care - Keep cutting

edge sharp and clean for best performance and

to reduce the risk of injury. Follow instructions for

lubricating and changing accessories. Keep han­dles dry, clean, and free from oil and grease.

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14. Check Damaged Parts - Before further use of the
appliance, 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 alignment of moving parts,
binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, mount­ing, and any other condition that may a󰀨ect its

operation. A guard or other part that is damaged
should be properly repaired or replaced by an
authorized service center unless indicated else­where in this manual.

15. Keep all parts of the body away from the saw

chain. Do not remove cut material or hold
material to be cut when blades are moving.

Make sure the switch is o󰀨 when clearing

jammed material. Saw chain continues to move

after the switch is turned o󰀨. A moment of inatten­tion while operating the extended-reach pruner
may result in serious personal injury.

16.

Carry the pole pruner by the handle with the saw
chain stopped. When transporting or storing

the pole pruner, always t the saw chain device

cover. Proper handling of the pole pruner will

reduce possible personal injury from the saw chain.

17.

Hold the pole pruner by insulated gripping sur-

faces only, because the saw chain may contact
hidden wiring. A saw chain contacting a ″live″ wire

may make exposed metal parts of the pole pruner
″live″ and could give the operator an electric shock.

18. Do not use the pole pruner in bad weather

conditions, especially when there is a risk of
lightning. This decreases the risk of being struck

by lightning.

19. To reduce the risk of electrocution, never use
near any electrical power lines. Contact with or

use near power lines may cause serious injury or
electric shock resulting in death.

20. Always use two hands when operating the pole
pruner. Hold the pole pruner with both hands
to avoid loss of control.

21. Always use head protection when operating
the pole pruner overhead. Falling debris can

result in serious personal injury.

22.

When replacing batteries, all batteries should
be replaced at the same time in case the tool
employs more than one battery. Mixing fresh and

discharged batteries could increase internal cell
pressure and rupture the discharge battery(ies).

23.

Remove or disconnect battery before servicing,
cleaning or removing material from the appli­ance. Such preventive safety measures reduce the

risk of starting the appliance accidentally.

24. Use only the battery(ies) listed in

“SPECIFICATIONS”. Use of any other batteries

may create a risk of re.

25. Exercise care in handling batteries in order not
to short the battery with conducting materials
such as rings, bracelets, and keys. The battery

or conductor may overheat and cause burns.

26. A battery operated appliance with integral

batteries or a separate battery pack must be

recharged only with the specied charger for

the battery. A charger that may be suitable for one

type of battery may create a risk of re when used

with another battery.

27. Remove adjusting keys or wrenches before

turning the appliance on. A wrench or a key that

is left attached to a rotating part of the appliance

may result in personal injury.

28. When 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 termi-

nals together may cause sparks, burns, or a re.

29. Under abusive conditions, liquid may be
ejected from the battery; avoid contact. If con-

tact accidentally occurs, ush with water. If

liquid contacts eyes, additionally seek medical
help. Liquid ejected from the battery may cause

irritation or burns.

30. Use only accessories that are recom-
mended by the manufacturer for your model.
Accessories that may be suitable for one appli-

ance may create a risk of injury when used on

another appliance.

31. Appliance service must be performed only by
qualied repair personnel. Service or mainte-

nance performed by unqualied personnel may
result in a risk of injury.

32. When servicing an appliance, use only identi­cal replacement parts. Follow instructions in
the Maintenance section of this manual. Use of

unauthorized parts or failure to follow Maintenance
instructions may create a risk of shock or injury.

33. This appliance is not intended for use by per­sons (including children) with reduced phys­ical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of
experience and knowledge. Children should be
supervised to ensure that they do not play with
the appliance.

34. Do not operate appliances in explosive atmo-

spheres, such as in the presence of ammable

liquids, gases, or dust. Appliances create sparks

which may ignite the dust or fumes.

General precautions

1. Before starting the tool, read this instruction
manual to become familiar with the handling of
the tool.

2. Do not lend the tool to a person with insu󰀩-
cient experience or knowledge regarding han­dling of the tool.

3. When lending the tool, always attach this
instruction manual.

4. Do not allow children or young persons under
18 years old to use the tool. Keep them away
from the tool.

5. Handle the tool with the utmost care and
attention.

6. Never use the tool after consuming alcohol or
drugs, or if feeling tired or ill.

7. Never attempt to modify the tool.

8. Do not use the tool in bad weather conditions,
especially when there is a risk of lightning.

This decreases the risk of being struck by

lightning.

9. National regulations may restrict of the use of

the tool. Follow the regulations about handling
of the tool in your country.

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Personal protective equipment

1. Wear safety helmet, protective goggles and
protective gloves to protect yourself from

ying debris or falling objects.

2. Wear ear protection such as ear mu󰀨s to pre-
vent hearing loss.

3. Wear proper clothing and shoes for safe
operation, such as a work overall and sturdy,
non-slip shoes. Do not wear loose clothing or
jewelry. Loose clothes, jewelry or long hair can be

caught in moving parts.

4. When handling the saw chain or adjusting the
chain tension, wear protective gloves. Saw

chain can cut bare hands severely.

Work area safety

1. Keep the tool at least 15 m (50 ft) away from
electric lines and communication cables
(including any branches contacting them).
Touching or approaching high-voltage lines
with the tool can result in death or serious
injury. Watch power lines and electrical
fences around the work area before starting
operation.

2. Operate the tool under good visibility and day­light conditions only. Do not operate the tool in
darkness or fog.

3. During operation, never stand on an unstable
or slippery surface or a steep slope. During
the cold season, beware of ice and snow and
always ensure secure footing.

4. During operation, keep bystanders or animals
at least 15 m (50 ft) away from the tool. Stop
the tool as soon as someone approaches.

5. When working with two or more people, keep
a distance of at least 15 m (50 ft) or more
between each other, and put a supervisor.

6. Before operation, examine the work area for
wire fences, walls, or other solid objects. They

can damage the saw chain.

Preparation

1. Before assembling or adjusting the tool,

switch o󰀨 the tool and remove the battery

cartridge.

2. Before handling the saw chain or adjusting the
chain tension, wear protective gloves.

3. Before starting the tool, inspect the tool for
damages, loose screws/nuts or improper
assembly. Sharpen blunt saw chain. If the saw
chain is bent or damaged, replace it. Check all
control levers and switches for easy action.
Clean and dry the grips.

4. Never attempt to start the tool if the tool is
damaged or not fully assembled. Otherwise

serious injury may result.

5. Adjust the shoulder harness to suit the opera­tor’s body size.

6. Adjust the chain tension properly. Rell the

chain oil, if necessary.

Starting the tool

1. Wear the personal protective equipments
before starting the tool.

2. Before starting the tool, make sure that there
is no person or animal in the work area.

3. When installing the battery cartridge, keep
the saw chain and guide bar clear of your
body and other object, including the ground.

The saw chain may move when starting and may

cause serious injury or damage to the saw chain

and/or property.

4. Place the tool on rm ground. Maintain good

balance and secure footing.

Operation

1. In the event of an emergency, switch o󰀨 the

tool immediately.

2. If you notice any unusual condition (e.g. noise,

vibration) during operation, switch o󰀨 the tool.

Do not use the tool until the cause is recog­nized and solved.

3. The saw chain continues to move for a short

period after switching o󰀨 the tool. Don’t rush

to contact the saw chain.

4. During operation, use the shoulder harness.

Keep the tool on your right side rmly.

5. Hold the front grip with your left hand and the
rear grip with your right hand, no matter you
are right-hander or left-hander. Wrap your

ngers and thumbs around the grips.

6. Hold the tool by insulated gripping surfaces
only, because the saw chain may contact hid­den wiring. A saw chain contacting a “live” wire

may make exposed metal parts of the extend­ed-reach pruner “live” and could give the operator

an electric shock.

7. Never attempt to operate the tool with one
hand. Loss of control may result in serious or
fatal injury. To reduce the risk of injury, keep
your hands and feet away from the saw chain.

8. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and
balance at all times. Watch for hidden obsta­cles such as tree stumps, roots and ditches
to avoid stumbling. Clear fallen branches and
other objects away.

9.

Never work on a ladder or tree to avoid loss of control.

10. If the tool gets heavy impact or fall, check the
condition before continuing work. If there is
any damage or doubt, ask Makita authorized
service center for the inspection and repair.

11. Do not touch the head of the tool. The head of
the tool becomes hot during operation.

12. Take a rest to prevent loss of control caused

by fatigue. We recommend to take a 10 to

20-minute rest every hour.

13. When you leave the tool, even if it is a short

time, always switch o󰀨 the tool and remove the

battery cartridge. The running and unattended

tool may be used by unauthorized person and

cause serious accident.

14. When operating the tool, do not raise your
right hand above your shoulder height.

15. During operation, never hit the saw chain
against hard obstacles such stones and nails.
Take particular care when cutting branches
next to walls, wire fences or the like.

16. If branches get caught in the tool, always stop
the tool and remove the battery cartridge.

Otherwise unintentional start may cause serious

injury.

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17. If the saw chain becomes clogged, always

switch o󰀨 the tool and remove the battery

cartridge before cleaning.

18. Accelerating the tool with the saw chain
blocked increases the load and will damage
the tool.

19. Before cutting limbs, keep an escape area
away from the falling limb. First, clear
obstructs such as limbs and branches from
the work area. Move all tools and goods from
the escape area to another safe place.

20. Before cutting branches and limbs, check
the falling direction of them, considering the
condition of branches and limbs, adjoining
trees, wind direction, etc. Pay full attention to
the falling direction, and the rebound of the
branch, which hit the ground.

21. Never hold the tool at an angle of more than
60°. Otherwise falling objects can hit the oper­ator and cause serious injury. Never stand
underneath the limb being cut.

22. Pay attention to broken or bent branches. They

may bounce back in cutting, causing unexpected
injury.

23. Before cutting limbs that you intend to cut,
remove branches and leaves around them.

Otherwise the saw chain may be caught by them.

24. To prevent the saw chain from being caught in
the kerf, do not release the lever before pulling
the saw chain out of the kerf.

25. If the saw chain is bound in the kerf, immedi­ately stop the tool, carefully move the branch
to open the kerf and release the saw chain.

26. Avoid kickback (rotational reactive force
towards the operator). To prevent kickback,
never use the guide bar nose or perform a
penetrating cut. Always beware of the position
of the guide bar nose.

27. Check the chain tension frequently. When
checking or adjusting the chain tension,

switch o󰀨 the tool and remove the battery

cartridge. If the tension is loose, tighten it.

Transport

1. Before transporting the tool, switch o󰀨 the tool
and remove the battery cartridge. Always t

the guide bar cover during transportation.

2. When transporting the tool, carry it in a hori­zontal position by holding the grip.

Maintenance

1. Have your equipment serviced by our autho­rized service center, always using only genu­ine replacement parts. Incorrect repair and poor

maintenance can shorten the life of the tool and

increase the risk of accidents.

2. Before doing any maintenance or repair work

or cleaning the tool, always switch o󰀨 the tool

and remove the battery cartridge. Wait until the
tool cools down.

3. Always wear protective gloves when handling
the saw chain.

4. After each use, tighten all screws and nuts,
except for adjustment screws.

5. Keep the saw chain sharp. If the saw chain
has become blunt and cutting performance is
poor, ask Makita authorized service center to
sharpen it or replace it with new one.

6. Do not attempt any maintenance or repair
not described in this instruction manual. Ask
Makita authorized service center for such
work.

7. Always use Makita genuine spare parts and
accessories only. Using parts or accessories

supplied by a third party may result in the tool

breakdown, property damage and/or serious
injury.

Battery tool use and care

1. Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the

switch is in the o󰀨-position before connecting

to battery pack, picking up or carrying the
machine. Carrying the machine with your nger

on the switch or energizing machine that have the

switch on invites accidents.

2. Disconnect the battery pack from the machine

before making any adjustments, changing
accessories, or storing machine. Such preven-

tive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the

machine accidentally.

3. Recharge only with the charger specied by
the manufacturer. A charger that is suitable for

one type of battery pack may create a risk of re
when used with another battery pack.

4. Use machines only with specically desig-

nated battery packs. Use of any other battery

packs may create a risk of injury and re.

5. When 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 termi-

nals together may cause burns or a re.

6. Under abusive conditions, liquid may be
ejected from the battery; avoid contact. If con-

tact accidentally occurs, ush with water. If

liquid contacts eyes, seek medical help. Liquid

ejected from the battery may cause irritation or

burns.

7. Do not use a battery pack or machine that is

damaged or modied. Damaged or modied

batteries may exhibit unpredictable behaviour

resulting in re, explosion or risk of injury.

8. Do not expose a battery pack or machine to

re or excessive temperature. Exposure to re

or temperature above 130°C (265°F) may cause
explosion.

9. Follow all charging instructions and do not
charge the battery pack or machine outside of
the temperature range specied in the instruc­tions. Charging improperly or at temperatures

outside of the specied range may damage the
battery and increase the risk of re.

10. Have servicing performed by a qualied repair
person using only identical replacement parts.
This will ensure that the safety of the product is
maintained.

11. Do not modify or attempt to repair the machine

or the battery pack except as indicated in the
instructions for use and care.

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Electrical and battery safety

1. Do not dispose of the battery(ies) in a re.

The cell may explode. Check with local codes for

possible special disposal instructions.

2.

Do not open or mutilate the battery(ies). Released
electrolyte is corrosive and may cause damage to

the eyes or skin. It may be toxic if swallowed.

3. Do not charge battery in rain, or in wet
locations.

4. Do not charge the battery outdoors.

5. Do not handle charger, including charger plug,
and charger terminals with wet hands.

6. Avoid dangerous environment. Don't use the
tool in dump or wet locations or expose it to
rain. Water entering the tool will increase the risk

of electric shock.

Storage

1. Before storing the tool, perform full cleaning
and maintenance. Fit the guide bar cover.
Remove the battery cartridge. Drain the chain
oil after the tool cools down.

2. Store the tool in a dry and high or locked loca­tion out of reach of children.

3. Do not prop the tool against something, such
as a wall. Otherwise it may fall suddenly and

cause an injury.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.

Symbols

The followings show the symbols used for tool.

volts

direct current

meter per second

feet per minute

parts number of applicable saw chain and
guide bar

Direction of chain travel

Chain oil tank

Hot surfaces - Burns to ngers or hands.

Important safety 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 or tamper with the battery
cartridge. It may result in a re, excessive heat,

or explosion.

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 con-

ductive material.

(2) Avoid storing battery cartridge in a con-

tainer 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

ow, overheating, possible burns and even a

breakdown.

6. Do not store and use 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 re.

8. Do not nail, cut, crush, throw, drop the battery
cartridge, or hit against a hard object to the
battery cartridge. Such conduct may result in a

re, excessive heat, or explosion.

9. Do not use a damaged battery.

10. The contained lithium-ion batteries are subject

to the Dangerous Goods Legislation require­ments.

For commercial transports e.g. by third parties,
forwarding agents, special requirement on pack-

aging and labeling must be observed.

For preparation of the item being shipped, consult­ing an expert for hazardous material is required.

Please also observe possibly more detailed
national regulations.

Tape or mask o󰀨 open contacts and pack up the

battery in such a manner that it cannot move

around in the packaging.

11. When disposing the battery cartridge, remove
it from the tool and dispose of it in a safe
place. Follow your local regulations relating to
disposal of battery.

12. Use the batteries only with the products

specied by Makita. Installing the batteries to

non-compliant products may result in a re, exces­sive heat, explosion, or leak of electrolyte.

13. If the tool is not used for a long period of time,
the battery must be removed from the tool.

14. During and after use, the battery cartridge may
take on heat which can cause burns or low
temperature burns. Pay attention to the han­dling of hot battery cartridges.

15. Do not touch the terminal of the tool imme­diately after use as it may get hot enough to
cause burns.

16. Do not allow chips, dust, or soil stuck into the
terminals, holes, and grooves of the battery
cartridge. It may result in poor performance or

breakdown of the tool or battery cartridge.

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17. Unless the tool supports the use near
high-voltage electrical power lines, do not use
the battery cartridge near high-voltage electri­cal power lines. It may result in a malfunction or

breakdown of the tool or battery cartridge.

18. Keep the battery away from children.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.

CAUTION: Only use genuine Makita batteries.

Use of non-genuine Makita batteries, or batteries that

have been altered, may result in the battery bursting

causing res, personal injury and damage. It will
also void the Makita warranty for the Makita tool and

charger.

PARTS DESCRIPTION

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.

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 hot battery cartridge cool down before
charging it.

4. When not using the battery cartridge, remove
it from the tool or the charger.

5. Charge the battery cartridge if you do not use
it for a long period (more than six months).

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12

10

9

15

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16

1 Main power lamp 2 Mode indicator 3 Main power switch

4 Hanger 5 Lock-o󰀨 lever 6 Battery cartridge

7 Switch trigger 8 Rear grip 9 Saw chain

10 Guide bar 11 Oil tank cap 12 Lock ring

13 Retaining nut 14 Chain adjusting screw 15 Guide bar cover

16 Front grip - - - -

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FUNCTIONAL
DESCRIPTION

CAUTION: Always be sure that the tool is

switched o󰀨 and the battery cartridge is removed

before adjusting or checking function on the tool.

Installing or removing battery
cartridge

CAUTION: Always switch o󰀨 the tool before

installing or removing of the battery cartridge.

CAUTION: Hold the tool and the battery car-

tridge rmly when installing or removing battery

cartridge. Failure to hold the tool and the battery
cartridge rmly may cause them to slip o󰀨 your hands

and result in damage to the tool and battery cartridge

and a personal injury.

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1
2

Indicating the remaining battery capacity

Only for battery cartridges with the indicator

1

2

► 1. Indicator lamps 2. Check button

Press the check button on the battery cartridge to indi-

cate the remaining battery capacity. The indicator lamps
light up for a few seconds.

Indicator lamps Remaining

Lighted O󰀨 Blinking

capacity

75% to 100%

50% to 75%

25% to 50%

0% to 25%

► 1. Red indicator 2. Button 3. Battery cartridge

To remove the battery cartridge, slide it from the tool
while sliding 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. Insert it all the way until it locks in place
with a little click. If you can see the red indicator on the
upper side of the button, it is not locked completely.

CAUTION: Always install the battery cartridge

fully until the red indicator cannot be seen. If not,

it may accidentally fall out of the tool, causing injury to

you or someone around you.

CAUTION: Do not install the battery cartridge

forcibly. If the cartridge does not slide in easily, it is

not being inserted correctly.

malfunctioned.

NOTE: Depending on the conditions of use and the

ambient temperature, the indication may di󰀨er slightly

from the actual capacity.

NOTE: The rst (far left) indicator lamp will blink when
the battery protection system works.

Tool / battery protection system

The tool is equipped with a tool/battery protection sys-

tem. This system automatically cuts o󰀨 power to the
motor to extend tool and battery life. The tool will auto-

matically stop during operation if the tool or battery is
placed under one of the following conditions:

Overload protection

When the battery is operated in a manner that causes

it to draw an abnormally high current, the tool automati-

cally stops and the main power lamp blinks in green. In
this situation, turn the tool o󰀨 and stop the application

that caused the tool to become overloaded. Then turn
the tool on to restart.

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Charge the

battery.

The battery

may have

Overheat protection

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When the tool or battery is overheated, the tool stops

automatically and the main power lamp lights up in red.
In this case, let the tool and battery cool before turning
the tool on again.

NOTE: In high temperature environment, the over-

heat protection likely to work and the tool stops

automatically.

Overdischarge protection

When the battery capacity is not enough, the tool stops
automatically and the main power lamp blinks in red. In

this case, remove the battery from the tool and charge
the battery.

Main power switch

WARNING: Always turn o󰀨 the main power

switch when not in use.

To turn on the tool, press the main power switch until

the main power lamp lights up in green. To turn o󰀨,

press the main power switch again.

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NOTE: You can use the tool in the Torque Boost
mode up to 60 seconds. Depending on the usage
conditions, this mode shifts to the normal mode in
less than 60 seconds.

NOTE: If the mode indicator blinks in green when

you press the main power switch for a few seconds,
the Torque Boost mode is not available. In this case,
follow the steps below.

• The Torque Boost mode is not available right

after the cutting operation. Wait for more than 10

seconds, and then press the main power switch
for a few seconds again.

• If you use the Torque Boost mode several times,
the use of the Torque Boost mode is restricted to
protect the battery. If the Torque Boost mode is
not available after waiting for more than 10 sec­onds, replace the battery cartridge with a fully
charged one, or recharge the battery cartridge.

NOTE: If the main power lamp lights up in red or

blinks in red or green, refer to the instructions for tool/

battery protection system.

Switch action

WARNING: For your safety, this tool is

equipped with lock-o󰀨 lever which prevents the

tool from unintended starting. NEVER use the tool
if it runs when you simply pull the switch trigger

without pressing the lock-o󰀨 lever. Return the

tool to our authorized service center for proper
repairs BEFORE further usage.

WARNING: NEVER tape down or defeat pur-

pose and function of lock-o󰀨 lever.

► 1. Main power lamp 2. Mode indicator 3. Main

power switch

NOTE: The main power lamp blinks in green when

you turn on the main power switch while holding down

the lock-o󰀨 lever and pulling the switch trigger. In this
case, release the switch trigger and the lock-o󰀨 lever,

and then turn on the main power switch.

NOTE: This tool employs the auto power-o󰀨 function.

To avoid unintentional start up, the main power switch
will automatically shut down when the switch trigger
is not pulled for a certain period after the main power
switch is turned on.

You can use the tool in the Torque Boost mode for

cutting thick branches or hard branches. To use the tool
in the Torque Boost mode, when the tool is turned o󰀨,

press the main power switch for a few seconds until the
mode indicator lights up in green.

CAUTION: Before installing the battery car-

tridge into the tool, always check to see that the
switch trigger actuates properly and returns to
the "OFF" position when released.

NOTICE: Do not pull the switch trigger hard with-

out pressing the lock-o󰀨 lever. This can cause

switch breakage.

To prevent the switch trigger from being accidentally

pulled, a lock-o󰀨 lever is provided. To start the tool,
depress the lock-o󰀨 lever and pull the switch trigger.

The tool speed increases by increasing pressure on the
switch trigger. Release the switch trigger to stop.

2

1

► 1. Switch trigger 2. Lock-o󰀨 lever

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Adjusting the pipe length

To extend or shorten the pipe, loosen the lock ring by turning the
lock ring counterclockwise, then adjust the length of the pipe,
and then tighten the ring by turning the lock ring clockwise.

1

2

2. Loosen 3 bolts, and then remove 1 bolt using the

hex wrench.

1

► 1. Lock ring 2. Pipe

Electronic function

The tool is equipped with the electronic functions for easy operation.

• Constant speed control
The speed control function provides the constant
rotation speed regardless of load conditions.

• Electric brake
This tool is equipped with an electric brake. If the tool
consistently fails to quickly stop after the switch trigger is
released, have the tool serviced at a Makita service center.

ASSEMBLY

CAUTION: Always be sure that the tool is

switched o󰀨 and the battery cartridge is removed

before carrying out any work on the tool.

CAUTION: Do not touch the saw chain with

bare hands. Always wear gloves when handling
the saw chain.

Assembling the tool

1. Remove 2 caps from the pipe, and 1 cap from the

head of the tool.

2

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► 1. Bolt

3. Insert the pipe into the tool body all the way, and

then align the hole on the pipe with the hole on the tool
body.

1

2

► 1. Hole 2. Pipe

► 1. Cap 2. Pipe 3. Head of tool

1

3

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4. Tighten 3 bolts using the hex wrench.

1

► 1. Bolt

7. Insert the pipe into the head of the tool all the way,

and then align the hole on the pipe with the hole on the
head of the tool.

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5. Loosen 2 bolts, and then remove 1 bolt.

1

► 1. Bolt

6. Loosen the lock ring by turning the lock ring coun-

terclockwise, then extend the pipe approximately 10
cm (3-15/16″) or more, and then tighten the lock ring by
turning the lock ring clockwise.

1 2

3

2

► 1. Hole 2. Pipe

8. Tighten 2 bolts using the hex wrench.

1

► 1. Bolt

Removing or installing saw chain

CAUTION: The saw chain and the guide bar

are still hot just after the operation. Let them cool
down enough before carrying out any work on
the tool.

CAUTION: Carry out the procedure of install-

ing or removing saw chain in a clean place free
from sawdust and the like.

► 1. Lock ring 2. 10 cm (3-15/16″) or more 3. Pipe

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To remove the saw chain, perform the following steps:

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1

1

Loosen the chain adjusting screw, then the retaining nut.

1.

5. Tighten the retaining nut to secure the sprocket

cover, then loosen it a bit for tension adjustment.

► 1. Chain adjusting screw 2. Retaining nut

2. Remove the sprocket cover, and then remove the

saw chain and guide bar from the tool body.
To install the saw chain, perform the following steps:

Check the direction of the saw chain. Match the direc-

1.

tion of the saw chain with that of the mark on the tool body.

2.

Fit one end of the saw chain on the top of the guide

bar. Fit the other end of the saw chain around the sprocket.
Make sure that the saw chain is properly tted on the
sprocket and properly tted in the groove of the guide bar.

3. Attach the guide bar to the tool body, aligning the

hole on the guide bar with the pin on the tool body.

2

1

► 1. Sprocket 2. Hole

4.

Insert the protrusion on the sprocket cover to the

tool body, and then close the cover so that the bolt and
pin on the tool body meet their counterparts on the cover.

► 1. Retaining nut

Adjusting saw chain tension

CAUTION: Do not tighten the saw chain too

much. Excessively high tension of saw chain may

cause breakage of saw chain and wear of the guide

bar.

CAUTION: A chain which is too loose can

jump o󰀨 the bar and it may cause an injury

accident.

The saw chain may become loose after many hours

of use. From time to time check the saw chain tension

before use.

1. Loosen the retaining nut a bit to loosen the

sprocket cover lightly.

► 1. Retaining nut

2

1

3

4

► 1. Protrusion 2. Sprocket cover 3. Bolt 4. Pin

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2. Lift up the guide bar tip slightly and adjust the

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chain tension. Turn the chain adjusting screw counter­clockwise to tighten, turn it clockwise to loosen.

Tighten the saw chain until the lower side of the saw

chain ts in the guide bar rail as illustrated.

1

2

3

► 1. Guide bar 2. Saw chain 3. Chain adjusting screw

3. Keep holding the guide bar lightly and attach the

sprocket cover.
Make sure that the saw chain does not loose at the

lower side.

4. Tighten the retaining nut to secure the sprocket

cover.

OPERATION

Lubrication

NOTICE: When lling the chain oil for the rst

time, or relling the tank after it has been com-

pletely emptied, add oil up to the bottom edge of

the ller neck. The oil delivery may otherwise be

impaired.

NOTICE: Use the saw chain oil exclusively for

Makita chain saws or equivalent oil available in
the market.

NOTICE: Never use oil including dust and parti-

cles or volatile oil.

NOTICE: When pruning trees, use botanical oil.

Mineral oil may harm trees.

NOTICE: Before the cutting operation, make sure

that the oil tank cap is tightened securely.

Saw chain is automatically lubricated when the tool is in

operation. Check the amount of remaining oil in the oil
tank periodically.

► 1. Retaining nut

1

► 1. Oil tank

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To rell the tank, place the tool on a at surface, then

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push the button on the oil tank cap so that the button on
the other side stands up, and then remove the oil tank

cap by turning it.

The proper amount of oil is 160 ml (5.4  oz). After rell­ing the tank, make sure that the oil tank cap is tightened

securely.

1

► 1. Oil tank cap 2. Tighten 3. Loosen

NOTE: If it is di󰀩cult to remove the oil tank cap,

insert the box wrench into the slot of the oil tank
cap, and then remove the oil tank cap by turning it
counterclockwise.

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After relling, hold the tool away from the tree. Start it

and wait until lubrication on saw chain is adequate.

Attaching the shoulder harness

CAUTION: When you use the tool in combi-

nation of the backpack-type power supply such
as portable power pack, do not use the shoulder
harness included in the tool package, but use the
hanging band recommended by Makita.

If you put on the shoulder harness included in the

tool package and the shoulder harness of the back­pack-type power supply at the same time, removing
the tool or backpack-type power supply is di󰀩cult in

case of an emergency, and it may cause an accident

or injury. For the recommended hanging band, ask
Makita Authorized Service Centers.

CAUTION: Always use the shoulder harness

attached to the tool. Before operation, adjust the
shoulder harness according to the user size to
prevent fatigue.

CAUTION: Before operation, make sure that

the shoulder harness is properly attached to the
hanger on the tool.

CAUTION: Before operation, make sure that

the buckle of the shoulder harness is fastened

rmly.

CAUTION: Always use the shoulder harness

dedicated to this tool. Do not use other shoulder
harnesses.

1. Put on the shoulder harness and fasten the

buckle.

► 1. Slot 2. Box wrench

2

1

► 1. Buckle

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