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Instructions for periodic maintenance
To ensure long life, prevent damage and ensure the full functioning of the safety features the following maintenance must be per-
formed regularly. Guarantee claims can be recognized only if this work is performed regularly and properly. Failure to perform the
prescribed maintenance work can lead to accidents!
Users of the Power Cut must not perform any maintenance work not described in this Instruction Manual. All such work must be
carried out by a MAKITA service centre.
Service, spare parts and guarantee
Maintenance and repair
The maintenance and repair of modern cutoff saws and their safety-related components requires qualiÞ ed technical training and a
workshop equipped with special tools and testing devices.
We therefore recommend that you consult a MAKITA service centre for all work not described in this instruction manual.
The MAKITA service centres have all the necessary equipment and skilled and experienced personnel, who can work out cost-effective
solutions and advise you in all matters.
To Þ nd your local distributor, please visit www.makita-outdoor.com
General Entire Power Cut Clean exterior, check for damage. In case of damage,
have repaired by a qualiÞ ed service centre immediately
Cutting disc Inspect regularly for damage and wear. 6
Clutch Have inspected at a service center.
Protection hood Clean 19
Before each start Cutting disc Inspect for damage and make sure the cutting wheel is 6
right for the job
Protective hood Adjust position 16
Combination switch, Functional check
Safety locking button, Functional check
Throttle lever Functional check 16
Tank cap Check for tightness
Every day Idle speed Check (cutting disc must not turn on idle) 17
Every week Starter housing Clean to ensure proper air cooling 12
Starter cable Check for damage 21
V-belt Inspect for damage and wear 18
Spark plug Check and replace if necessary 20
Mufß er Check tightness of mounting 12
Screws and nuts Check their condition and that they are Þ rmly secured.
Monthly Air Þ lter insert Check the air Þ lter insert, clean as needed,
replace after 500 operating hours 19
Every 3 months Suction head Replace 20
Fuel tank Clean
Annually Entire Power Cut Check at an authorized service centre
Storage Entire Power Cut Clean exterior, check for damage. In case of damage,
have repaired by a qualiÞ ed service centre immediately
Cutting disc Remove and clean 13
Fuel tank Empty and clean
Carburetor Run empty
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