Makita XRU02Z Instruction Manual - Page 8

To prevent the switch trigger from being accidentally pulled, a lock-off button is provided. To start the tool, move the lock-off button forward and pull the switch trigger. Release the switch trigger to stop. Indication lamp 1. Indication lamp 1 012441 Running the tool allows the indication lamp to show the battery cartridge capacity status. When the tool is also overloaded and has stopped during operation, the lamp lights up in red. Refer to the following table for the status and action to be taken for the indication lamp. Indication lamp Status Action to be taken The lamp blinks in red. This indicates the appropriate time to replace the battery cartridge when the battery power becomes low. Recharge the battery cartridge as soon as possible. This function works when the The lamp lights up in red. battery power is almost used (Note 1) up. At this time, tool stops immediately. Recharge the battery cartridge. The lamp lights up in red. (Note 1) Autostop due to overload. Turn off the tool. 012443 Note 1: The time at which the indication lamp lights up varies by the temperature around the work area and the battery cartridge conditions. Adjusting the shaft length WARNING: • Before adjusting the shaft length, release the switch trigger and remove the battery cartridge from the string trimmer. Failure to release the trigger and removing the battery cartridge may cause a personal injury. 1. Shaft 2. Grip 1 2 012396 To adjust the length of the shaft, turn the grip counterclockwise until the shaft is unlocked and pull out or push in to the desired length. 8