If you tap the reverse button while the tool's head
•
is still rotating, the tool comes to stop and to be
ready for reverse rotation.
Nylon cutting head (optional accessory)
NOTICE:
The bump feed will not operate properly if the
•
head is not rotating.
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The nylon cutting head is a dual string trimmer head
provided with a bump & feed mechanism.
To cause the nylon cord to feed out, the cutting head
should be bumped against the ground while rotating.
NOTE:
If the nylon cord does not feed out while bumping the
head, rewind/replace the nylon cord by following the
procedures described under "Maintenance" .
ASSEMBLY
WARNING:
Always be sure that the tool is switched off and
•
battery cartridge is removed before carrying out
any work on the tool. Failure to switch off and
remove the battery cartridge may result in serious
personal injury from accidental start-up.
Never start the tool unless it is completely
•
assembled. Operation of the tool in a partially
assembled state may result in serious personal
injury from accidental start-up.
Installing the grip
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1
3
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Fit the grip onto the pipe and tighten it with two hex bolts.
Make sure that the grip is located further than the hanger.
1. Most effective
cutting area
1. Grip
2. Hex bolt
3. Cover
4. Clamp
5. Hanger
5
Installing the guard
WARNING:
Never use the tool without the guard illustrated
•
in place. Failure to do so can cause serious
personal injury.
CAUTION:
Take care not to injure yourself on the cutter for
•
cutting the nylon cord.
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Align the clamp on the pipe with the protector. And
tighten them with bolts.
Installing nylon cutting head
CAUTION:
If the nylon cutting head accidentally impacts a
•
rock or hard object during operation, stop the
tool and inspect for any damage. If the nylon
cutting
head
immediately. Use of a damaged cutting tool could
result in serious personal injury.
NOTICE:
Be sure to use genuine Makita nylon cutting head.
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Turn the tool upside down so that you can replace the
nylon cutting head easily.
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Insert the hex wrench through the hole on the motor
housing and rotate the receive washer until it is locked
with the hex wrench. Place the nylon cutting head onto
the threaded spindle directly and tighten it by turning it
clockwise. Remove the hex wrench.
To
remove
the
counterclockwise while holding the receive washer with
the hex wrench.
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1. Cutter
2. Clamp
2
3. Bolt
is
damaged,
replace
1. Nylon cutting
1
head
2. Metal guard
2
3. Receive washer
4. Hex wrench
3
nylon
cutting
head,
it
turn
it