The Makita XUX02SM1X5 18V LXT® Couple Shaft Power Head Kit is a game - changer for all your trimming and cutting needs. It offers zero emissions and low noise, making it an eco - friendly and quiet option. Powered by a single Makita 18V LXT® Battery, you get great performance and long run - time without the mess of gas and while staying within the 18V LXT® battery system.
The power head has a lever - style lock system, enabling quick and tool - free attachment installation and replacement. The kit comes with three useful attachments. The 13' String Trimmer Couple Shaft Attachment (EM409MP) has a rapid - loading bump and feed trimmer head. You can load the line in seconds with just three simple steps: align, feed, and twist. The 10' Pole Saw Couple Shaft Attachment (EY402MP) provides a 7 - foot fixed length, perfect for reaching hard - to - reach branches. The 20' Articulating Hedge Trimmer Couple Shaft Attachment (EN402MP) has 13 angle settings and a 135° working range, allowing efficient trimming of both overhead and low - lying hedges.
Inside the kit, you'll also find a 18V LXT® Lithium - Ion 4.0Ah Battery (BL1840B) and an 18V LXT® Lithium - Ion Charger (DC18SD). The Makita - built brushless motor can reach up to 9,700 RPM. It's electronically controlled to optimize battery energy, giving you up to 50% longer run - time per charge compared to non - brushless tools. It runs cooler and more efficiently, ensuring a longer lifespan.
This tool features Makita Extreme Protection Technology (XPT™). XPT™ is a protective seal inside the tool that channels water and dust away from key components, improving its performance in harsh conditions. It's part of Makita's large 18V LXT® System, which uses 18V lithium - ion slide - style batteries with fast charge times. Makita's Star Protection Computer Controls™ communicate between the tool and battery in real - time, protecting against overloading, over - discharging, and overheating.
**What's Included**:
- (1) 18V LXT® Brushless Power Head (XUX02Z)
- (1) 13' String Trimmer Couple Shaft Attachment (EM409MP)
- (1) 10' Pole Saw Couple Shaft Attachment (EY402MP)
- (1) 20' Articulating Hedge Trimmer Couple Shaft Attachment (EN402MP)
- (1) 18V LXT® Lithium - Ion 4.0Ah Battery (BL1840B)
- (1) 18V LXT® Lithium - Ion Charger (DC18SD)
**Features**:
- No gas, emissions, oil mixing, or pull starts
- Lever - style lock for quick attachment changes
- High/Low speed button for power and run - time control
- Variable speed trigger for precise cutting
- String trimmer with easy - load head
- Pole saw for hard - to - reach areas
- Hedge trimmer with multiple angles and dual - action blades
- Compatible with other Makita couple shaft attachments (sold separately)
- XPT™ for dust and water resistance
- Star Protection for tool and battery safety
- 3 - year limited warranty on tool, battery, and charger
- Use only genuine Makita batteries and chargers
Using the Makita 18V LXT Brushless Power Head Kit is a breeze. First, charge the 18V LXT® Lithium - Ion 4.0Ah Battery using the included charger. It won't take long as these batteries have fast charge times. Once charged, insert the battery into the power head.
To attach the tools, use the lever - style lock system. It's quick and doesn't require any tools. For the string trimmer, if you need to load the line, just follow the three - step process: align, feed, and twist. When using the pole saw, it gives you a 7 - foot fixed length, so stand at a proper distance to reach those hard - to - reach branches safely. And for the hedge trimmer, adjust the 13 angle settings according to the height and position of the hedges you're trimming.
You have a high/low speed button to manage power and run - time. If you need more power, use the high - speed setting. For longer run - time, switch to the low - speed setting. The variable speed trigger allows you to control the cutting speed as per your needs.
Now, for some important notes. Only use genuine Makita batteries and chargers. This helps keep the Star Protection Computer Controls™ working properly, which protects the tool and battery from overloading, over - discharging, and overheating. Don't expose the tool to extremely wet or dusty conditions for long periods. But if you do use it in harsh conditions, thanks to the XPT™ technology, it can handle some water and dust. Just make sure to clean it after use.
To maintain your kit, regularly check the attachments for any signs of wear or damage. Keep the motor and other moving parts clean. After each use, remove the battery and store it in a cool, dry place. With proper use and maintenance, this kit will serve you well for a long time and is covered by a 3 - year limited warranty.
