Makita DCU180 Instruction Manual

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21 ENGLISHLoading objectsCAUTION: Before loading objects on themachine, make sure that the power is off and thebrake lever is locked.CAUTION: If the rear wheels are installed,make sure that the rear wheel brake is lockedbefore loading objects on the machine.CAUTION: Before loading objects on themachine, make sure that the carrier or bucket islocked.CAUTION: Be sure to load objects within thecarrier or bucket. If objects are sticking out of thecarrier or bucket, they may fall or collapse if theytouch obstacles.► Fig.44CAUTION: Be sure to load objects so thatthey are below eye level. If the load is too high, it isdangerous because the view is obscured. Also, thereis a risk of overturning and injury because the load islikely to be unbalanced.► Fig.45When loading objects on the carrier, secure the objectswith ropes and tie them down to the rope hooks.► Fig.46Dumping objectsCAUTION: Lift the carrier or bucket on flatand stable ground. Operation on unstable groundmy cause an accident or injury.You can dump the objects by lifting and tilting the carrieror bucket.1. Stop the machine, and then lock the brakes.NOTICE: It is recommended to block the frontwheel to stabilize the machine.2. Release the lock lever.3. Stand at the side of the machine, hold the handlewith one hand, and then lift and tilt the carrier or bucketby pushing up the carrier frame with the other hand.► Fig.47CAUTION: Hold the handle and carrier framefirmly, and work in a stable posture.CAUTION: Keep the load to a minimum. If theload is large, do not try to lift the carrier. Reducethe load, and then lift the carrier.CAUTION: After dumping the objects, be sureto lock the carrier or bucket.MAINTENANCECAUTION: Always be sure to park themachine on flat ground and lock the brake leverbefore storage or attempting to perform inspec-tions or maintenance.CAUTION: If the rear wheels are installed,make sure that the rear wheel brake is lockedbefore storage, inspections, or maintenance.CAUTION: Always be sure that the lockkey and battery cartridge are removed fromthe machine before storage, inspections, ormaintenance.CAUTION: Always remove the lock key whenthe machine is not in use. Store the lock key in asafe place out of reach of children.Periodic checks• Check that the bolts and nuts are tightened firmly.► Fig.48• Check that the carrier is locked when the locklever is fully pulled down.► Fig.49: 1. Carrier lock 2. Lock lever• Check that the brake lever works properly.► Fig.50: 1. Brake leverWARNING: If the brake lever reaches the han-dle when you fully pull the lever, the brake is notworking properly. Adjust the brake, or ask yourlocal Makita Service Center for repairs.• Check to see if the front wheel is not damaged orflat. Check that the air in the tire for the front wheelis sufficient.Cleaning the machineNOTICE: Never use gasoline, benzine, thinner,alcohol or the like. Discoloration, deformation orcracks may result.NOTICE: Pour the water below the carrier orbucket when cleaning the machine with runningwater. Do not use the high pressure washer forcleaning.Remove mud, dirt, and the like from the machine. Cleanthe machine with running water. After the cleaning, wipethe machine with a dry cloth.StorageRemove the lock key. Store the machine in a safe placeout of the reach of children.When storing the machine, the handles can be turnedtoward the front. Remove the short hexagonal boltsand shoulder bolts using the wrench included in thepackage. Turn the handles toward the outside, and thenrotate the handles to the front. Tighten the shoulderbolts and short hexagonal bolts to fix the handles.► Fig.51: 1. Shoulder bolt 2. Short hexagonal bolt