Makita DC18RD User Manual

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Capacity indicator status Remaining
battery
capacity
On
Off
Blinking
50% to 100%
20% to 50%
0% to 20%
Charge the
battery
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 remain-
ing 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.
NOTE: Depending on the conditions of use and the
ambient temperature, the indication may differ slightly
from the actual capacity.
Main power switch
WARNING: Always turn off the main power
switch when not in use.
To stand by the chain saw, press the main power switch
until the main power lamp lights up. To turn off, press
the main power switch again.
1
►1. Main power switch
NOTE: The main power lamp brinks if the switch
trigger is pulled under unoperatable conditions. The
lamp blinks if you
• turn on the main power switch while holding
down the lock-off lever and the switch trigger;
• pull the switch trigger while the chain brake is
applied;
• release the chain brake while holding down the
lock-off lever and pulling the switch trigger.
NOTE: This chain saw employs the auto power-off
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.
Switch action
WARNING: For your safety, this tool is
equipped with lock-off 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-off 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-off lever.
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-off lever. This can cause
switch breakage.

Makita DC18RD Specifications

General

Type	Indoor battery charger
Product type	Battery charger
Product color	Black, Blue
Battery voltage	18 V
Battery capacity	- Ah
Charging voltage	14.4 - 18 V
USB port current	1.5 A
Battery technology	-
Recharge indicator	Yes
Brand compatibility	Makita
Battery recharge time	0.37 h
Maximum charging time	0.75 h
Battery capacity (max)	5 Ah
Battery capacity (min)	3 Ah
Power protection features	Over current, Over voltage, Overheating
Number of batteries supported	2
Compatible battery technologies	Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion)
Quantity per pack	1 pc(s)

Weight and Dimensions

Weight	2245 g