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Thank you very much for your patronage
in
purchasing MAKITA STRING TRIMMER. We are proud
of and much confident in recommending our MAKITA STRING TRIMMER as the result of our long
develop men
t
and ample know ledge a nd ex per ien ce.
This booklet refers to the essence which you should learn
in
order to demonstrate its outstanding
performance.
We wish that you
will
have sufficient knowledge from this booklet before operating MAKITA STRING
TRIMMER and make the best use of
it
for ever.
SAFETY RULES AND PRECAUTIONS
Proper safety precautions must be observed. Like all power equipment this unit must be handled
carefully. DO NOT EXPOSE YOURSELF
OR
OTHERS TO DANGER. Follow these sample rules.
1. Always wear safety goggles for eye protection. Dress properly, do not wear loose clothing or jewelry
that could become caught
in
moving parts of the
unit.
Safe, sturdy, nonskid footwear should always
be worn. Long hair should be tied back.
2. Inspect the entire machine for loose parts (nuts, bolts, screws, etc.) and any damage. Repair or
replace as necessary.
3. DO NOT USE any attachment
with
this power head other than those manufactured by the
manufacturer of the engine. Serious injury to the user or damage to the engine could result.
4.
Keep the handles free of oil and fuel.
5. Always use the proper handle and hanging band when cutting.
6.
Do not smoke while mixing fuel or filling tank.
7.
Do not mix fuel
in
an enclosed room or near open flames. Assure adequate ventilation.
8. Always mix and store the fuel
in
a properly marked container that is approved for such usage.
9.
Never remove the fuel tank cap while the engine is running.
10. Never start or run the engine inside a closed room or building. Fumes from the exhaust contain
11. Never attempt to make engine adjustments while the unit is running and strapped to the operator.
12. Do not use the unit if
it
is damaged or poorly adjusted.
13. Inspect the area to be cut and remove all debris that could become entangled
in
the nylon cutting
14. Keep children away. Onlookers should be kept at a safe distance from the work area, at least
30
feet.
15. Do not use this unit for any job other than those for which
it
is intended as described
in
this manual.
16. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. Do not run
unit
while standing
17.
Keep hands and feet clear of the nylon cutting head while unit is in use.
18. Do not run the
unit
at
high
speed when not cutting. During operation, be sure to keep the engine
rotation at
6,000
-
8,000
rpm (rated rotation:
7,000
rpm). If the rotation goes below this limit,
grass may sometimes become caught
in
the nylon cutting head, which results
in
wear of the clutch.
19.
Do not use the unit when you are tired or under the influence of medications, drugs or alcohol.
20.
Use only nylon cutting heads without any damage. In particular, whenever
it
hits at a stone or
any other obstacle stop the engine and check the nylon cutting head. A broken, or unbalanced
nylon cutting head must never be used. Follow instructions for changing accessories.
21. Do not store
in
a closed area where fuel vapors can reach an open flame from hot water heaters,
furnaces, etc. Store
in
a locked, well ventilated area only.
22. Use only replacement parts that are identical to original equipment parts when servicing the
unit.
These parts are available from your dealer. The use of any other accessory or attachment may
create a potential hazard, injury to the user and damage to the tool.
23. Clean the machine completely, especially, the fuel tank cap, its surroundings, and the air cleaner.
dangerous carbon monoxide.
Always make engine adjustments
with
the
unit
resting on a flat, clear surface.
head. Also remove any objects that the
unit
may sling during cutting.
on a ladder or any other unstable footing location.
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