Tabla de contenido
Publicidad
Idiomas disponibles
Idiomas disponibles
•
When pulling the starter knob, hold the power unit firmly against
the ground by your left hand. Never step on the drive shaft of the
power unit.
•
Follow the instruction manual of the power unit for starting the
engine.
•
If the nylon cutting head rotates at idle, stop the engine and
adjust the idle speed down.
Operation
•
In the event of an emergency, switch off the engine immediately.
•
If you feel any unusual condition (e.g. noise, vibration) during
operation, switch off the engine. Do not use the equipment until
the cause is recognized and solved.
•
The cutting attachment continues to move for a short period after
releasing the throttle trigger or switch off the engine. Don't rush to
contact it.
•
With the engine running only at idle, attach the shoulder harness.
•
During operation, use the shoulder harness. Keep the equipment
on your right side firmly.
•
Hold the front handle with the left hand and the rear grip with the
right hand, no matter you are right-hander or left-hander. Wrap
your fingers and thumbs around the handles.
•
Never attempt to operate the equipment with one hand. Loss
of control may result in serious or fatal injury. To reduce the
risk of injury, keep your hands and feet away from the cutting
attachment.
•
Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
Watch for hidden obstacles such as tree stumps, roots and
ditches to avoid stumbling.
•
If the equipment gets heavy impact or fall, check the condition
before continuing work. Check the fuel system for fuel leakage
and the controls and safety devices for malfunction. If there is
any damage or doubt, ask Makita authorized service center for
the inspection and repair.
•
Take a rest to prevent loss of control caused by fatigue. We
recommend to take a 10 to 20-minute rest every hour.
•
When you leave the equipment, even if it is a short time, always
switch off the engine. The equipment unattended with the engine
running may be used by unauthorized person and cause serious
accident.
•
Follow the instruction manual of the power unit for proper use of
the control lever and switch.
•
During or after operation, do not put the hot equipment onto dry
grass or combustible materials.
•
Never attach cutting blades. Blade contact may result in serious
injury.
•
If grass or branches get caught between the cutting tool and
guard, always stop the motor and remove the spark plug cap or
the battery cartridge before cleaning. Otherwise unintentional
blade rotation may cause serious injury.
•
Check the cutting attachment frequently during operation for
cracks or damages. Before the inspection, switch off the engine
and wait until the cutting attachment stops completely. Replace
damaged cutting attachment immediately, even if it has only
superficial cracks.
Vibration
•
People with poor circulation who are exposed to excessive
vibration may experience injury to blood vessels or the nervous
system. Vibration may cause the following symptoms to occur in
the fingers, hands or wrists: "Falling asleep" (numbness), tingling,
pain, stabbing sensation, alteration of skin color or of the skin. If
any of these symptoms occur, see a physician!
•
To reduce the risk of "white finger disease", keep your hands
warm during operation and well maintain the equipment and
accessories.
Transport
•
Before transporting the equipment, switch off the engine and
remove the spark plug cap.
•
When transporting the equipment, carry it in a horizontal position
by holding the shaft. Keep the hot muffler away from your body.
•
When transporting the equipment in a vehicle, properly secure
it to avoid turnover. Otherwise fuel spillage and damage to the
equipment and other baggage may result.
Maintenance
•
Have your equipment serviced by our authorized service center,
always using only genuine replacement parts. Incorrect repair
and poor maintenance can shorten the life of the equipment and
increase the risk of accidents.
•
Before doing any maintenance or repair work or cleaning the
equipment, always switch off the engine and remove the spark
plug. Wait until the engine gets cold.
•
To reduce the risk of fire, never service the equipment in the
vicinity of fire.
•
Always clean dust and dirt off the equipment. Never use gasoline,
benzine, thinner, alcohol or the like for the purpose. Discoloration,
deformation or cracks of the plastic components may result.
•
After each use, tighten all screws and nuts, except for the
carburetor adjustment screws.
•
Do not attempt any maintenance or repair not described in this
booklet or the instruction manual of the power unit. Ask Makita
authorized service center for such work.
•
Always use Makita genuine spare parts and accessories only.
Using parts or accessories supplied by a third party may result
in the equipment breakdown, property damage and/or serious
injury.
•
Request Makita authorized service center to inspect and maintain
the equipment at regular interval.
Storage
•
Before storing the equipment, perform full cleaning and
maintenance. Remove the spark plug. Drain the fuel after the
engine gets cold.
•
Store the equipment in a dry and high or locked location out of
reach of children.
•
Do not prop the equipment against something, such as a wall.
Otherwise it may fall suddenly and cause an injury.
First aid
•
Always have a first-aid kit close by. Immediately replace
any item taken from the first aid kit.
•
When asking for help, give the following information:
-
Place of the accident
-
What happened
-
Number of injured persons
-
Nature of the injury
-
Your name
4
Publicidad
Capítulos
Tabla de contenido
Solución de problemas
