Assembly And Adjustment - Makita KR400MP Manual De Empleo Y De Seguridad

• Before starting the motor, make sure that there is no person or
animal in the work area.
• When starting the engine or inserting a battery cartridge, keep
the rotating parts clear of your body and other object, including
the ground. They may rotate when starting and may cause injury
or damage to the equipment and/or property.
• Place the equipment on firm ground. Maintain good balance and
secure footing.
• 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
motor.
• If the blades rotate at idle, stop the engine and adjust the idle
speed down.
Operation
• In the event of an emergency, switch off the motor immediately.
• If you feel any unusual condition (e.g. noise, vibration) during
operation, switch off the motor. Do not use the equipment until
the cause is recognized and solved.
• The blades continue to move for a short period after releasing the
throttle trigger or switching off the motor. 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 blades.
• 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 or remove the battery cartridge. 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.
• If blades catch weeds or the like, switch off the motor and remove
the spark plug cap or battery cartridge, and then remove the
obstructions.
• Keep your hands and feet clear of the blades. Contacting
blades can result in serious injury. When handling the
blades, stop the motor and remove the spark plug cap or
battery cartridge.
• Do not touch the gear case. The gear case becomes hot during
operation.
Transport
• Before transporting the equipment, switch off the motor and
remove the spark plug cap or battery cartridge.
• 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
• Before doing any maintenance or repair work or cleaning the
equipment, always switch off the motor and remove the spark
plug cap or battery cartridge. Wait until the motor gets cold.
• To reduce the risk of fire, never service the equipment in the
vicinity of fire.
• Always wear protective gloves when handling the blades.
• 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.
• Never repair bent or broken blades by straightening or welding.
It may cause parts of the blades to come off and result in serious
injury. Contact Makita authorized service center for Makita
genuine blades to replace them.
• 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 cap or the battery cartridge.
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

Assembly and adjustment

WARNING:
• Before assembling or adjusting the cultivator, make sure that the
motor is switched off and remove the spark plug cap or battery
cartridge. Otherwise blades or other parts may rotate and result
in serious injury.
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