Maintenance; Cleaning The Tool - Makita EN422MP Instruction Manual

To cut a hedge side evenly, cut from the bottom to top.
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When trimming to make a round shape (trimming box-
wood or rhododendron, etc.), trim from the root to the
top for a beautiful finish.
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When shearing the grass, apply the shear blades to the
grass parallel to the ground, and shear the grass with a
right to left swinging movement.
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MAINTENANCE

WARNING:
the equipment, switch off the motor and remove
the battery cartridge. Otherwise, the machine may
start unintentionally and result in serious injury.
WARNING:
the equipment, always put it down. Assembling or
adjusting the equipment in an upright position may
result in serious injury.
WARNING:
tions in the chapter "SAFETY WARNINGS" and
the instruction manual of the power unit.
CAUTION:
Wear gloves when performing the
inspection or maintenance.
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 tool

Clean the tool by wiping off dust with a dry cloth or one
dipped in soapy water and wrung out.
NOTICE:
Never use gasoline, benzine, thinner,
alcohol or the like. Discoloration, deformation or
cracks may result.
Shear blade maintenance
Before the operation or once per hour during operation,
apply low-viscosity oil (machine oil, or spray-type lubri-
cating oil) to the shear blades.
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11 ENGLISH
Before inspecting or maintaining
When inspecting or maintaining
Follow the warnings and precau-