Makita XCS03 Instruction Manual
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES
Cordless Threaded Rod Cutter
Cortadora Inalámbrica de Varilla
XCS03
IMPORTANT: Read Before Using.
IMPORTANTE: Lea antes de usar.
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ENGLISH (Original instructions)
SPECIFICATIONS
Model: XCS03
Cutting capacities Mild steel W3/8, W5/16, W1/4, 3/8-16UNC, 5/16-18UNC, 1/4-20UNC, M10,
M8, M6
Stainless steel W3/8, 5/16-18UNC, M8, M6
Overall length 199 mm (7-7/8″)
Rated voltage D.C. 18 V
D.C. 14.4 V
Net weight 2.8 - 3.2 kg (6.2 - 7.0 lbs)
•
Due to our continuing program of research and development, the specications herein are subject to change without notice.
• Specications may differ from country to country.
• The weight may differ depending on the attachment(s), including the battery cartridge. The lightest and heavi-
est combination, according to EPTA-Procedure 01/2014, are shown in the table.
Applicable battery cartridge and charger
Battery cartridge D.C.14.4 V Model BL1430B
D.C.18 V Model
BL1815N / BL1820B / BL1830 / BL1830B / BL1840B / BL1850B / BL1860B
Charger DC18RC / DC18RD / DC18RE / DC18SD / DC18SE / DC18SF
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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.
Intended use
The tool is intended for cutting threaded rods.
SAFETY WARNINGS
General power tool safety warnings
WARNING:
Read all safety warnings, instruc-
tions, illustrations and specications provided with this
power tool. Failure to follow all instructions listed below
may result in electric shock, re and/or serious injury.
Save all warnings and instructions for future reference.
The term "power tool" in the warnings refers to your
mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated
(cordless) power tool.
Work area safety
1. Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or
dark areas invite accidents.
2. Do not operate power tools in explosive atmo-
spheres, such as in the presence of ammable
liquids, gases or dust. Power tools create sparks
which may ignite the dust or fumes.
3. Keep children and bystanders away while
operating a power tool. Distractions can cause
you to lose control.
Electrical Safety
1. Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never
modify the plug in any way. Do not use any
adapter plugs with earthed (grounded) power
tools. Unmodied plugs and matching outlets will
reduce risk of electric shock.
2. Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded
surfaces, such as pipes, radiators, ranges and
refrigerators. There is an increased risk of elec-
tric shock if your body is earthed or grounded.
3. Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. Water entering a power tool will increase
the risk of electric shock.
4. Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for
carrying, pulling or unplugging the power tool.
Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges
or moving parts. Damaged or entangled cords
increase the risk of electric shock.
5. When operating a power tool outdoors, use an
extension cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of
a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of
electric shock.
6. If operating a power tool in a damp location is
unavoidable, use a ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) protected supply. Use of a GFCI
reduces the risk of electric shock.
7. Power tools can produce electromagnetic
elds (EMF) that are not harmful to the user.
However, users of pacemakers and other similar
medical devices should contact the maker of their
device and/or doctor for advice before operating
this power tool.
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Personal Safety
1. Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use
common sense when operating a power tool.
Do not use a power tool while you are tired or
under the inuence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment of inattention while operating
power tools may result in serious personal injury.
2. Use personal protective equipment. Always
wear eye protection. Protective equipment such
as dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or
hearing protection used for appropriate conditions
will reduce personal injuries.
3. Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the
switch is in the off-position before connecting
to power source and/or battery pack, picking
up or carrying the tool. Carrying power tools with
your nger on the switch or energising power tools
that have the switch on invites accidents.
4. Remove any adjusting key or wrench before
turning the power tool on. A wrench or a key left
attached to a rotating part of the power tool may
result in personal injury.
5. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and
balance at all times. This enables better control
of the power tool in unexpected situations.
6. Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or
jewellery. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves
away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewel-
lery or long hair can be caught in moving parts.
7. If devices are provided for the connection of
dust extraction and collection facilities, ensure
these are connected and properly used. Use of
dust collection can reduce dust-related hazards.
8.
Do not let familiarity gained from frequent use
of tools allow you to become complacent and
ignore tool safety principles. A careless action can
cause severe injury within a fraction of a second.
9. Always wear protective goggles to protect
your eyes from injury when using power tools.
The goggles must comply with ANSI Z87.1 in
the USA.
It is an employer's responsibility to enforce
the use of appropriate safety protective equipments by the tool operators and by other persons in the immediate working area.
Power tool use and care
1. Do not force the power tool. Use the correct
power tool for your application. The correct
power tool will do the job better and safer at the
rate for which it was designed.
2. Do not use the power tool if the switch does
not turn it on and off. Any power tool that cannot
be controlled with the switch is dangerous and
must be repaired.
3. Disconnect the plug from the power source
and/or remove the battery pack, if detachable,
from the power tool before making any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing power
tools. Such preventive safety measures reduce
the risk of starting the power tool accidentally.
4. Store idle power tools out of the reach of children and do not allow persons unfamiliar with
the power tool or these instructions to operate
the power tool. Power tools are dangerous in the
hands of untrained users.
5. Maintain power tools and accessories. Check
for misalignment or binding of moving parts,
breakage of parts and any other condition that
may affect the power tool’s operation. If damaged, have the power tool repaired before use.
Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained
power tools.
6. Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly
maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges
are less likely to bind and are easier to control.
7. Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits
etc. in accordance with these instructions, taking into account the working conditions and
the work to be performed. Use of the power tool
for operations different from those intended could
result in a hazardous situation.
8. Keep handles and grasping surfaces dry,
clean and free from oil and grease. Slippery
handles and grasping surfaces do not allow for
safe handling and control of the tool in unexpected
situations.
9. When using the tool, do not wear cloth work
gloves which may be entangled. The entangle-
ment of cloth work gloves in the moving parts may
result in personal injury.
Battery tool use and care
1. Recharge only with the charger specied 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.
2. Use power tools only with specically desig-
nated battery packs. Use of any other battery
packs may create a risk of injury and re.
3. 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.
4. 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.
5. Do not use a battery pack or tool that is dam-
aged or modied. Damaged or modied batteries
may exhibit unpredictable behaviour resulting in
re, explosion or risk of injury.
6. Do not expose a battery pack or tool to re or
excessive temperature. Exposure to re or temperature above 130 °C may cause explosion.
7. Follow all charging instructions and do not
charge the battery pack or tool outside the
temperature range specied in the instructions. Charging improperly or at temperatures
outside the specied range may damage the
battery and increase the risk of re.
Service
1. Have your power tool serviced by a qualied
repair person using only identical replacement
parts. This will ensure that the safety of the power
tool is maintained.
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2. Never service damaged battery packs. Service
of battery packs should only be performed by the
manufacturer or authorized service providers.
3. Follow instruction for lubricating and chang-
ing accessories.
4. Do not modify or attempt to repair the appliance or the battery pack except as indicated in
the instructions for use and care.
Cordless threaded rod cutter safety
warnings
1. Hold the tool rmly.
2. Secure the workpiece rmly.
3. Keep your face and hands away from moving
parts. During cutting, the fraction of the threaded
rod may y off.
4. Always wear gloves when handling threaded
rods. Edges and chips of the workpiece are sharp.
5. Do not put the tool on the chips of the workpiece. Otherwise it can cause damage and
trouble on the tool.
6. Always be sure you have a rm footing. Be
sure no one is below when using the tool in
high locations.
7. Do not touch the cutting edge or the workpiece
immediately after operation; they may be
extremely hot and could burn your skin.
8. Avoid cutting electrical wires. It can cause
serious accident by electric shock.
9. Always hold the threaded rod during and after
cutting to prevent the cut threaded rod from
falling off. A cut threaded rod may cause serious
personal injury if fallen off from a high location.
10. Keep a safe distance between your body and
the moving parts. Do not operate the tool if
the working area is too narrow to keep a safe
distance.
11. Never leave the tool on a high location or a
potentially unstable surface.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
WARNING: DO NOT let comfort or familiarity
with product (gained from repeated use) replace
strict adherence to safety rules for the subject
product.
MISUSE or failure to follow the safety rules stated
in this instruction manual may cause serious
personal injury.
Symbols
The followings show the symbols used for tool.
volts
direct current
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 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 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 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. Be careful not to drop or strike battery.
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 packaging 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 off open contacts and pack up the
battery in such a manner that it cannot move
around in the packaging.
11. Follow your local regulations relating to dis-
posal of battery.
12. Use the batteries only with the products
specied by Makita. Installing the batteries to
non-compliant products may result in a re, excessive heat, explosion, or leak of electrolyte.
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.
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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. Charge the battery cartridge if you do not use
it for a long period (more than six months).
PARTS DESCRIPTION
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6
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2
3
4
4
1 Stationary mount 2 Movable mount 3 Cutting die 4 Bolt
5 Hook 6 Shoulder strap base
(for optional accessory)
7 Hex Wrench 8 Lamp (inside)
9 Front face 10 Switch trigger 11 Reversing switch lever 12 Rod guide
13 Guide scale 14 Clamping screw 15 Cover - -
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FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION
CAUTION: Always be sure that the tool is
switched off and the battery cartridge is removed
before adjusting or checking function on the tool.
Installing or removing battery cartridge
CAUTION: Always switch off the tool before
installing or removing of the battery cartridge.
CAUTION:
Hold the tool and the battery cartridge
rmly when installing or removing battery cartridge.
Failure to hold the tool and the battery cartridge rmly may
cause them to slip off your hands and result in damage to
the tool and battery cartridge and a personal injury.
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2
3
► 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.
Tool / battery protection system
The tool is equipped with a tool/battery protection system. This system automatically cuts off power to the
motor to extend tool and battery life. The tool will automatically stop during operation if the tool or battery is
placed under one of the following conditions.
Overload protection
When the tool is operated in a manner that causes it to
draw an abnormally high current, the tool automatically
stops without any indication. In this situation, turn the
tool off and stop the application that caused the tool to
become overloaded. Then turn the tool on to restart.
NOTE: Overload protection activates when you try to
cut the following kinds of threaded rods.
— A threaded rod which is larger than the cutting
dice size.
— A threaded rod which is harder than the cutting
capacity of the cutting dice.
Overheat protection
When the tool is overheated, the tool automatically
stops and the LED light will blink. Let the tool cool down
before turning the tool on again.
Overdischarge protection
When the battery capacity becomes low, the tool stops
automatically. If the product does not operate even
when the switches are operated, remove the batteries
from the tool and charge the batteries.
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 indicate the remaining battery capacity. The indicator lamps
light up for a few seconds.
Indicator lamps Remaining
capacity
Lighted Off Blinking
75% to 100%
50% to 75%
25% to 50%
0% to 25%
Charge the
battery.
The battery
may have
malfunctioned.
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NOTE: Depending on the conditions of use and the
ambient temperature, the indication may differ slightly
from the actual capacity.
Switch action
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.
To start the cutting operation, continue to pull the switch
trigger. The cutting die on the movable mount will
overlap with the die on the stationary mount and then
returns. If you release the switch trigger before complet-
ing the cut, the cutting dice will stop.
1
► 1. Switch trigger
1
2
3
► 1. Stationary mount 2. Cutting die 3. Movable mount
NOTICE: Do not operate the tool at no-load
unnecessarily.
Auto-stop function
When you continue to pull the switch trigger, the jaw of
the dice once closes and returns to fully opened posi-
tion then stops. Release the trigger and pull it again to
begin the next cutting sequence.
Reversing switch lever
WARNING: When not operating the tool,
always set the reversing switch lever to the lock
position.
CAUTION: Always make sure the position of
the reversing switch lever before operating.
NOTICE: Do not move the reversing switch lever
when the switch trigger is being pulled. This may
cause a damage to the tool.
To start the cutting operation, set the reversing switch
lever to cutting position.
To reverse the cutting sequence, set the reversing
switch lever to the reversing position. When you continue to pull the switch trigger, the jaw of the cutting dice
opens and stops at fully opened position.
To lock the switch trigger, set the reversing switch lever
to the lock position. The switch trigger cannot be pulled
in this position.
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► 1. Reversing switch lever 2. Cutting position 3. Lock
position 4. Reversing position
NOTICE: When the reversing switch lever is
in the reversing position, run the tool only as
needed. To prevent the damage to the tool, the tool
will automatically stops when it is run in the reversing
position continuously.
NOTE: After cutting, if you release the switch trigger
while the jaw of the cutting dice is opening and then
set the reversing switch lever to the reversing posi-
tion, the jaw will once close and then open when you
pull the switch trigger again.
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LED light
CAUTION: Do not look in the light or see the
source of light directly.
Pull the switch trigger to light up the lamp. The lamp
keeps on lighting while the switch trigger is being pulled.
The lamp goes out approximately 15 seconds after
releasing the switch trigger.
1
► 1. Lamp (inside)
NOTE: Use a dry cloth to wipe the dirt off the lens of
the lamp. Be careful not to scratch the lens of lamp, or
it may lower the illumination.
NOTE: When the tool is overheated, the lamp will
blink. Let the tool cool down in this case.
Guide scale
Use the guide scale if you wish to cut threaded rods in
the same length. Insert the guide scale into the hole as
shown in the gure.
1
2
► 1. Guide scale 2. Clamping screw
Align the value of your desired length on the guide scale
with the cutting line. Then tighten the clamping screw.
2
1
3
► 1. Guide scale 2. Cutting line 3. Clamping screw
CAUTION: Do not hold the guide scale to
carry or handle the tool. The tool may fall off and
cause personal injury and/or damage to the tool.
Rod guide
For a precise cutting, set the rod guide in position
depending on the diameter of the threaded rod to be
cut.
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► 1. Rod guide (Position 1) 2. Rod guide (Position 2)
There are two rod guide positions.
Position Size of threaded rod
1 W3/8, 3/8-16UNC, M10
2 W5/16, W1/4, 5/16-18UNC, 1/4-20UNC,
M8, M6
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Hook
CAUTION: Never hook the tool on a windy
location or a potentially unstable surface.
CAUTION: Do not use the hook when it is
deformed or damaged.
CAUTION: When not operating the tool,
always fold the hook.
The hook is convenient for hanging the tool temporarily.
1
► 1. Hook
CAUTION: Do not hang the hook from the
waist belt. It may result in personal injuries and/or
damage to the tool if dropped.
Hex wrench storage
When not in use, store the hex wrench as shown in the
gure to keep it from being lost.
1
► 1. Hex wrench
Shoulder strap
Optional accessory
Shoulder strap is useful for carrying the tool.
1
2
3
2
► 1. Shoulder strap 2. Belt end 3. Buckle
CAUTION: Always wear the shoulder strap
crossed over your body and adjusted in proper
length.
CAUTION: Do not use the shoulder strap if it
is damaged.
CAUTION: Leave an sufcient length between
the buckle and belt end to prevent the belt end
from slipping through the buckle.
ASSEMBLY
CAUTION: Always be sure that the tool is
switched off and the battery cartridge is removed
before carrying out any work on the tool.
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