MAKITA DCU605 (01) PDF MANUAL

MAKITA DCU605 (01) PDF SUMMARY:

How do I load objects safely?

When loading objects, be sure to follow the instructions and load limits in the PDF manual. Since the larger the load, the more difficult it is to operate the machine, keep the load within the range that does not affect the operation. Firmly secure the objects with ropes. Load the objects within the carrier, bucket, or flat bucket. If the objects protrude from the carrier, bucket, or flat bucket, there is a risk of accidents due to the objects falling or contact obstacles such as walls. Be sure that loaded objects are below eye level. If the load is too high, it is dangerous because the view is obscured. Also, there is a risk of overturning and injury because the load is likely to be unbalanced. Load the objects on the carrier, bucket, or flat bucket evenly. If the objects are loaded unevenly, there is a risk of overturning and injury because the load is likely to be unbalanced. Before loading the objects or operating the machine, make sure that the handle of the dump unit is fully pulled down and completely locked. Be sure to load heavy objects first to keep balance. Do not extend the front and side rails on steep slopes. Extend the side rails when lightweight objects are loaded. When extending the front and side rails, do not extend them over the extension limit. Be sure to extend the side rails so that the right and left sides are the same length, and load objects evenly. Load and unload objects on flat ground. Never load or unload objects on slope. When lifting and tilting the carrier or bucket, hold the handles and frame firmly, and work in a stable posture. When loading liquids, be careful not to spill them. Spilling them may cause slipping and cause an injury.

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What should I check before operating the machine?

Perform the inspections referring to the section for maintenance. Make sure that there are no people around the machine.

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How do I operate the machine?

Stand behind the machine and hold the handles with both hands firmly. Do not operate the machine while riding on the machine. Do not allow others to ride on the machine. When operating the machine in reverse and walking backward, watch behind you and watch your step, and be careful not to slip or trip. Do not use the machine when visibility is poor because there is a risk of striking obstacles. When operating the machine on rough ground or going over the level difference of the road, decrease speed and exercise caution. When using the machine, avoid soft ground to prevent overturn due to the shoulder of the road collapsing. Do not operate the machine on upward slopes greater than 12°. If you find an abnormality, stop the machine on flat ground. Before inspecting the machine, lock the brake lever, and then turn the power off. Before operating the machine, make sure that the handle of the dump unit is fully pulled down and completely locked. If the lock is incomplete, there is a risk of accident or injury as the carrier or bucket may be tilted and the objects fall when going downhill.

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What precautions should I take when operating near walls?

When operating the machine near walls, be careful not to get your hands caught between the handle and the wall.

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What should I do in bad weather conditions?

Do not use the machine in bad weather conditions, especially when there is a risk of lightning. This decreases the risk of being struck by lightning.

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What should I avoid touching during or after use?

Do not touch the metal parts during use or after use as they may get hot enough to cause burns due to sunlight.

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What am I supposed to avoid?

Be careful not to entangle the cords with the load or obstacles. If there are people or obstacles in the direction of travel, avoid them in advance. Do not scoop objects directly with the carrier or bucket because it may damage the machine and cause an accident.

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What should I do when crossing a wooden bridge?

When crossing a wooden bridge, etc., make sure that the sum of the weight of product, load capacity, and operator’s weight does not exceed the weight limit of the bridge, and cross the bridge carefully at a constant speed.

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What am I supposed to wear?

Wear the gloves when operating the machine in low temperature environments. Touching the metal parts with bare hands may cause your hands to stick.

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What precautions should I take when using the machine on various terrains?

When you use the machine on muddy ground, wet slope, or slippery place, pay attention to your footing. Do not submerge the machine into a puddle.

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What am I not supposed to do on slopes?

Do not cross on slopes. Stop before the downhill, and be sure to decrease speed and exercise caution.

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What do I do if the speed is too fast when traveling downhill?

If the speed is too fast when traveling downhill, the beep sound is emitted. In this case, slow down using the brake.

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What should I be careful of when on slopes?

Exercise caution when starting or stopping the machine on slopes. As the loads become less stable on slopes, firmly secure the loads with ropes. As the machine becomes unstable depending on the condition of the road, keep the load to a minimum. As the view is obscured on slopes, keep the height of the load to a minimum.

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Where should I not stop the machine?

Never stop the machine on slopes. Stop the machine on flat ground, and lock the brake lever, and then turn the power off.

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Can I change the direction or speed mode on steep slopes?

Do not change the direction or speed mode on steep slopes.

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What do I do if I release the switch trigger on upward slopes?

Do not release the switch trigger on upward slopes. The machine may go in reverse and cause an accident.

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What should I check before operating on slopes?

Make sure that the remaining battery capacity is enough before operating on slopes. If the remaining battery capacity is not enough, charge the battery or replace it with a charged one.

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Where should I place my foot when starting the machine on slopes?

When starting the machine on slopes, do not place your foot behind the rear wheel since the machine moves back a few centimeters.

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How to install the dump unit?

1. Take out the dump unit and the handle from the box.
2. Insert the pipes of the handle into the dump unit as shown in the figure, and then tighten 4 bolts securely. NOTE: When tightening the bolts, lift the handle slightly.
3. Make sure that the dump unit is locked by pulling down the handle.
4. Remove the cord cover located in the lower right corner on the rear of the machine.
5. Place the dump unit on the base unit by holding the dump unit with two people as shown in the figure.
6. Temporarily tighten 2 bolts at the rear of the machine. Tighten the rest of 4 bolts securely, and then tighten 2 bolts at the rear of the machine securely.
7. Attach the cord cover.

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How to remove the dump unit?

To remove the dump unit, perform the installation procedure in reverse.

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How to install the bucket?

1. Take out the bucket, stays, and front pipe from the box.
2. Insert the front pipe between the upper frame and lower frame of the dump unit.
3. Place the stay on the dump unit, and then temporarily tighten the bolts with the front pipe together. Install the other stay to the dump unit in the same way.
4. Place the bucket on the front pipe and left and right stays. Place the rubber washer on the hole of the bucket and insert the bolt from the top. Attach the flat washer and spring washer in order to the bolt, and then tighten the nut from the bottom. Tighten the rest of the bolts and nuts in the same way.
5. Securely tighten 4 bolts which were temporarily tightened in step 3.

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How to remove the bucket?

To remove the bucket, perform the installation procedure in reverse.

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How do I install the carrier?

1. Take out the carrier from the box, and attach the side rails and front rail to the base frame.
2. Tighten 6 thumb nuts together with springs and washers to fix the rails.
3. Place the carrier on the dump unit. Insert the bolt from the top. Attach the flat washer and spring washer in order to the bolt, and then tighten the nut from the bottom. Tighten the rest of the bolts and nuts in the same way.

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How do I remove the carrier?

To remove the carrier, perform the installation procedure in reverse.

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How do I install the flat bucket?

1. Take out the flat bucket and holding frames from the box.
2. Assemble the holding frames by tightening 12 bolts.
3. Remove the cord cover located in the lower right corner on the rear of the machine.
4. Place the holding frames on the base unit, and then temporarily tighten 2 bolts at the rear of the machine. Tighten the rest of 4 bolts securely, and then tighten 2 bolts at the rear of the machine securely.
5. Attach the cord cover.
6. Hold the long sides of the flat bucket with two people as shown in the figure, and mount the flat bucket to the holding frames.

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How do I remove the flat bucket?

To remove the flat bucket, perform the installation procedure in reverse.

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How do I install the battery cartridge?

1. Pull up the lock lever, and then open the cover of the battery box.
2. Align the tongue on the battery cartridge with the slot on the battery box, and then slide the cartridge until it locks in place with a little click.
3. Insert the lock key in the place shown in the figure as far as it will go, and turn it clockwise.

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How do I remove the battery cartridge?

1. Pull up the lock lever, and then open the cover of the battery box.
2. Pull out the battery cartridge from the battery box while sliding the button on the front of the cartridge.
3. Turn the lock key counterclockwise, and pull it out.
4. Close the cover of the battery box.

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What should I do if the battery cartridge gets wet?

If the battery cartridge gets wet, drain the water inside and then wipe it with a dry cloth. Dry the battery cartridge completely in a dry place before use.

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What does it mean when the main power lamp blinks in green?

When the machine/battery is operated in a manner that causes it to draw an abnormally high current, the machine automatically stops and the main power lamp blinks in green. In this situation, turn the machine off and stop the application that caused the machine to become overloaded such as reducing the loaded objects. Then turn the machine on to restart.

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What does it mean when the machine is overheated?

When the machine is overheated, the machine stops automatically and the main power lamp lights up in red. In this case, let the machine and battery cool before turning the machine on again.

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What does it mean when the battery capacity is not enough?

When the battery capacity is not enough, the main power lamp and the corresponding battery indicator blink in red. In this case, switch the battery cartridges, or change the battery cartridges to fully charged ones, or remove the battery cartridges from the machine and charge them.

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What is the procedure for checking the battery level on the battery box?

1. Press the check button to indicate the remaining battery capacities.
2. The battery indicators correspond to each battery.

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What do the battery indicator statuses mean?

Here is a table explaining the meaning of each battery indicator:

Battery indicator status	Remaining battery capacity
On	50% – 100%
Blinking	20% – 50%
Off	0% – 20%
	Empty
	Battery not installed

NOTE: If you continue to pull the switch trigger even if you hear the short beep sound, the machine stops automatically. After the machine stops automatically, the beep sound continues and the support brake is enabled. To cancel the beep sound and release the support brake, release the switch trigger and pull the brake lever. Do not push the machine forcibly without releasing the support brake.

NOTE: You can check the remaining battery capacity even if the lock key is not inserted.

NOTE: The battery indicators for remaining battery capacity is just for a reference. The actual battery capacity may differ depending on the usage conditions.

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What is the procedure for checking the battery level on the battery cartridge?

Only for battery cartridges with the indicator Press the check button on the battery cartridge to indicate the remaining battery capacity. The indicator lamps light up for a few seconds.

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What do the indicator lamps mean when checking the battery level on the battery cartridge?

Indicator lamps	Remaining capacity
Lighted	75% to 100%
Lighted	50% to 75%
Lighted	25% to 50%
Lighted	0% to 25%
Blinking	Charge the battery
Off	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.

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

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How to switch the battery cartridge?

The machine uses 2 battery cartridges for operation at a time. Up to 4 battery cartridges can be installed to the machine. Before operating the machine, select the battery cartridges used for operation by turning the battery selection switch.

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What happens if the battery cartridge is in the following condition?

If the battery cartridge is in the following condition, the machine does not work even if you switch the battery with the battery selection switch.

• The remaining capacity of at least one of the battery cartridges is empty.
• At least one of the battery cartridges is overheated.

In this case, remove the empty or overheated battery cartridge, or replace the battery cartridge with a charged one.

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How to use the control panel?

• To turn on the machine, lock the brake lever and release the switch trigger, and then press the power button. The main power lamp lights up in green. To turn off the machine, lock the brake lever, and then press the power button.
• Press the forward/reverse button to switch between the forward mode and reverse mode. Press the speed button to switch between low speed, medium speed, and high speed. When the power is turned on, the forward mode and low speed are set.
• When you press the beep button, the beep sound is emitted.
• Press the lamp button on the battery box to light up the front lamps and rear lamp. To turn off the lamps, press the lamp button again.

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How to use the forward/reverse and speed button?

Press the forward/reverse button to switch between the forward mode and reverse mode. Press the speed button to switch between low speed, medium speed, and high speed. When the power is turned on, the forward mode and low speed are set.

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How to use the beep button?

When you press the beep button, the beep sound is emitted.

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How to light up the lamps?

Press the lamp button on the battery box to light up the front lamps and rear lamp. To turn off the lamps, press the lamp button again.

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How to use the switch trigger and brake lever?

To start the machine, pull the switch trigger. Using the switch trigger, the speed can be adjusted within the set speed range. To stop the machine, release the switch trigger and pull the brake lever. To lock the brake lever, pull and hold the brake lever, then pull the lock lever, and then release the brake lever while pulling the lock lever. To release the lock, pull the brake lever.

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How to adjust the width of the carrier?

Loosen 6 thumb nuts, and then slide the side rails and front rail. Tighten the thumb nuts to fix the side rails and front rail.

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How to adjust the handle height?

The handle height can be adjusted in 7 levels. To adjust the handle height, loosen 2 knobs, then adjust the handle height by aligning the hole on the handle with the protrusion on the rear frame, and then tighten 2 knobs securely. Adjust the height of the other handle in the same way.

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How do I use the rear wheel lock?

You can fix the direction of the rear wheels using the rear wheel lock.

1. Slightly move the machine forward so that the rear wheels face the direction shown in the figure.
2. Rotate the rear wheel lock toward the rear.
3. Lock the other rear wheel in the same way.
4. Move the rear wheel back and forth or left and right slightly to make sure it is locked.

To release the rear wheel lock, rotate the rear wheel lock 90° as shown in the figure.

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How to use the level?

Using the level, you can check if the ground is level.

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How do I start the machine?

Make sure that the brake lever is locked. Install the battery cartridges, and insert the lock key and turn it clockwise. Select the battery cartridges with the battery selection switch. Press the power button on the control panel to turn the power on. Pull the brake lever to release the lock of the brake lever.

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How do I load objects?

ACAUTION: Before loading objects on the machine, make sure that the machine is turned off and the brake lever is locked. ACAUTION: Before loading objects on the machine, make sure that the dump unit is locked. CAUTION: Be sure to load objects within the carrier, bucket, or flat bucket. If objects are sticking out of the carrier, bucket, or flat bucket, they may fall or collapse if they touch obstacles. ACAUTION: Be sure to load objects so that they are below eye level. If the load is too high, it is dangerous because the view is obscured. Also, there is a risk of overturning and injury because the load is likely to be unbalanced. ACAUTION: Do not load the objects beyond the height of the bucket or flat bucket. Loading the objects beyond the height of the bucket or flat bucket may cause the load to fall or collapse. When loading objects on the carrier, secure the objects with ropes and tie them down to the rope hooks of the carrier.

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How do I dump objects?

1. Stop the machine, and then lock the brake lever. NOTICE: It is recommended to chock the front wheels to stabilize the machine.
2. Rotate the lock lever of dump unit toward the front of machine to unlock the dump unit.
3. Stand at the side of the machine, then hold the handle of the machine with one hand, and then hold the handle of the dump unit with the other hand.
4. Tilt the carrier or bucket by lifting up the handle of the dump unit.
5. Return the carrier or bucket, and then lock the dump unit by pulling down the handle of the dump unit.

ACAUTION: After dumping loads, be sure to lock the dump unit by returning the dump unit to its original position.

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How to drain liquid?

To drain the liquid inside of the flat bucket, loosen and remove the cap of the flat bucket. Tighten the cap after the draining.

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What kind of inspections should be made before operation?

Perform the following inspections before operating the machine:

• Check that the bolts, nuts, and knobs are tightened firmly.
• Check that the brake is working properly. If you feel the brake is not working sufficiently, perform the cleaning of the brake. If no improvement can be found, ask Makita Authorized Service Centers for repair.
• Check that the dump unit is locked when the handle of the dump unit is fully pulled down.
• Check that the tires of front and rear wheels are not damaged, and the air in the tires is sufficient.
• Check that the front lamps, rear lamp, and reflector are clean. Clean them if necessary.
• Check that the scrapers are in the correct position. If the scraper is facing upward, adjust the orientation of the scraper by loosing the bolts. When tightening the bolts, do not push the scraper toward the front of the machine.

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How do I refill the tire with air?

Check that the air in the tire for the front and rear wheels is not missing. If the air in the tire is insufficient, refill the tire with air using an inflator. The air pressure is as follows:

• Tire for front wheel: 280 kPa (40 PSI)
• Tire for rear wheel: 525 kPa (75 PSI)

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What is the procedure for replacing the tire of the front wheel?

When installing the gray tire, install it so that the valve faces outward.

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How do I replace the tire of rear wheel?

Replace the tire using the diagram in the PDF as a guide.

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What should I do before storing the machine?

Lock the brake lever, and remove the battery cartridges and lock key. Store the machine in a safe place out of the reach of children.

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What should I do if the machine cannot be moved when the batteries run out or a malfunction of machine has occurred?

You can move the machine manually by pulling the neutral change lever outward to disable the support brake.

1. Lock the brake lever.

2. Unload all of the objects from the machine.

3. If the machine is on a slope, unlock the brake lever, and orient the machine so that the brake lever is on the upper side of the slope and the machine is parallel to the slope. Lock the brake lever.

4. Make sure that the machine does not move, and pull out the neutral change lever outward.

5. Unlock the brake lever and move the machine manually to a safe place. Since the support brake is disabled, move the machine carefully with the brake lever so that the speed does not increase.

6. After moving the machine to a safe place, lock the brake lever.

7. Return the neutral change lever to its original position. Make sure that the neutral change lever is fully returned as shown in the figure.