Makita EM408MP Original Instruction Manual page 4

Avoid using the machine in bad weather
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conditions especially when there is a
risk of lightning.
5. Follow your national and local regulation
for use of outdoor power machines.
Intended use of machine
This machine is only intended for cutting
grass, weeds, bushes and undergrowth.
Never use the machine for any other purpose
such as edging or hedge cutting. Use for unin-
tended purpose may result in serious injury.
Personal protective equipment
Always wear heavy, long pants, sturdy
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boots, gloves, and a long-sleeve shirt.
Do not wear loose clothing, jewelry,
short pants, sandals, or go barefoot.
Secure hair so it is above shoulder level.
2. Always wear a helmet where there is a
risk of falling objects.
3. Always wear protective goggles to pro-
tect your eyes from injury when using
the machine. The goggles must comply
with ANSI Z87.1 in the USA, EN 166 in
Europe, or AS/NZS 1336 in Australia/New
Zealand. In Australia/New Zealand, it is
legally required to wear a face shield to
protect your face, too.
It is an employer's responsibility to
enforce the use of appropriate safety
protective equipments by the tool opera-
tors and by other persons in the immedi-
ate working area.
4. Wear ear protection, such as ear muffs.
Exposure to noise can cause hearing loss.
5. Always wear sturdy shoes with a non-
slip sole. This protects your feet against
injuries and ensures a good footing.
6. Wear a dust mask as necessary.
Preparation before use
1. Before use, always check the machine is
safe for operation:
Check for fuel leaks.
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— Make sure all fasteners are in place
and secure.
Replace damaged parts.
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— Make sure the cutting tool is prop-
erly installed and securely fastened.
Make sure the cutting tool guard is
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properly attached in the position as
described in this manual.
— Check the throttle trigger, lock-off
lever and other control switch for
smooth action and proper function.
— Clean the handles for proper control
of the machine.
Make sure the handles are installed
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as described in this manual.
Failure to follow those instructions may
cause serious injury.
2. Use a sharp blade. Discard blades that
are bent, warped, cracked, broken,
chipped or damaged in any way. A dull
blade is more likely to snag and kickback.
Always use all required parts for fixing
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the blade properly. Improper fixing parts
can cause the blade to fly off and seriously
injure the operator and/or bystanders.
Electrical and battery safety
Do not expose the machine, battery, or char-
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ger to rain or wet conditions. Water entering
the tool will increase the risk of electric shock.
2. Do not charge battery in rain, or in wet locations.
3. Do not replace the battery in the rain.
Refueling
Stop the engine before refueling. Keep
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away from open flames and sparks.
Never smoke during refueling. Otherwise
fire and/or explosion may result.
2. Refuel outdoors. Refueling in a closed
room can cause explosion of fuel vapor.
Avoid contact with fuel or engine oil. Do not
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inhale fuel vapor. If fuel or oil spills, wipe it
off from the machine and/or ground immedi-
ately. If fuel spills on your clothes, change it
immediately to prevent it from catching fire.
4. After refueling, carefully tighten the fuel
tank cap and check for fuel leak. Move at
least 3 m (10 feet) away from the fueling
source and site before starting engine.
5. Only transport and store fuel in
approved containers. Keep children
away from the stored fuel.
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