The shoulder harness features a means of quick
release. Simply squeeze the sides of the buckle to
release the shoulder harness.
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Fig.27
► 1. Buckle
MAINTENANCE
WARNING:
Before inspecting or maintaining
the equipment, switch off the motor and remove
the battery cartridge. Otherwise, the fans may move
and result in serious injury.
WARNING:
When inspecting or maintaining
the equipment, always put it down. Assembling or
adjusting the equipment in an upright position may
result in serious injury.
WARNING:
Follow the warnings and precau-
tions in the chapter "SAFETY WARNINGS" and
the instruction manual of the power unit.
NOTICE:
Never use gasoline, benzine, thinner,
alcohol or the like. Discoloration, deformation or
cracks may result.
To maintain product SAFETY and RELIABILITY,
repairs, any other maintenance or adjustment should
be performed by Makita Authorized or Factory Service
Centers, always using Makita replacement parts.
Cleaning the machine
Clean the machine by wiping off dust with a dry cloth or
one dipped in soapy water and wrung out.
Fig.28
Remove dust or dirt from the suction inlet at the rear of
the attachment.
Fig.29
► 1. Suction inlet
Overall inspection
Check for damaged parts. Ask our authorized service
center to replace them if necessary.
Lubricating moving parts
NOTICE:
Follow the instruction of the frequency
and amount of grease supplied. Otherwise insuffi-
cient lubrication may damage moving parts.
Drive axle:
Apply grease (Makita grease N No.2 or equivalent)
every 30 hours of operation.
Fig.30
NOTE: Genuine Makita grease may be purchased
from your local Makita dealer.
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