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- Page 1 Instruction Manual Original Instruction Manual EK6100 EK6101 Important: Read this instruction manual carefully before putting the Power Cut into operation and strictly observe the safety regulations! Keep this instruction manual!
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Extract from spare parts list ........26-27 EU Conformity Declaration ..........27 Packing Your MAKITA Power Cut is packed in a cardboard box to pr e- vent shipping damage. Cardboard is a basic raw material and is consequently reuseable or suitable for recycling (waste paper recycling). -
Page 3: Delivery Inventory
Delivery inventory 1. Power Cut 2. Cutting disc (not in the general scope of delivery. Country-speciÞ c) 3. Screwdriver (for carburetor adjustment) 4. Offset screwdriver 5. Universal wrench 13/19 In case one of the parts listed should not be included in the delivery inventory, please consult your sales agent. -
Page 4: Safety Precautions
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Note: The illustrations in the safety precautions are not identical The helmet visor (B) protects the face from dust and material with the product! grains. In order to prevent injuries to eyes and face, always wear protective goggles (C) or visor when using the Power Intended use Cut. -
Page 5: Protective Equipment
Always wear safety shoes or boots (G) with steel toes, non-skid soles, and leg protectors when working with the Power Cut. Safety shoes equipped with a protective layer provide protection against cuts and ensure a secure footing. Always wear a work suit (H) of tough material with sufÞ cient ß... -
Page 6: Cutting Discs
Cutoff discs The protection hood must always be on! Change discs only with the engine off! There are two basic types of cutoff discs: - For metal (hot cutting) - For masonry (cold cutting) NOTE: When using diamond cutoff discs, always make sure to observe the "direction of rotation"... -
Page 7: Kickback And Lock-In
Kickback and lock-in When working with the Power Cut there is a danger of kickback and lock-in. Kickback occurs when the top of the cutting disc is used for cutting (15). This causes the Power Cut to be thrown back toward the user with great force and out of control. -
Page 8: Synthetic Resin Cutting Discs
When using synthetic resin cutting discs, always ob- Cutting masonry and concrete serve the following: IMPORTANT! Always wear approved respiratory protection! CAUTION: Asbestos and other materials that can release toxic sub- Synthetic resin cutting discs can absorb moisture. This stances may be cut only after notifying the proper authorities moisture can cause the disc to become unbalanced at high and under their supervision or that of a person appointed speed. -
Page 9: Transport And Storage
In wet cutting, the disc is wetted at an equal rate on both sides by a trickle of water. MAKITA offers the right accessories for all wet cutting applications (see also "SPECIAL ACCESSORIES"). Remove foreign objects such as sand, stones and nails found within the working area. -
Page 10: Maintenance
All other work must be carried out by MAKITA Service. Use only original MAKITA spares and accessories. The use of non-MAKITA spares, accessories, or cutting discs increases the risk of accident. We cannot accept any respon- SERVICE... -
Page 11: Technical Data
1.42 1.42 SpeciÞ c consumption at max. load per ISO 8893 g/kWh Fuel tank capacity Mixture ratio (fuel/two-stroke oil) - when using MAKITA oil 50:1 50:1 - when using other oils (quality grade: JASO FC or ISO EGD) 50:1 50:1... -
Page 12: Denomination Of Components
Denomination of components IdentiÞ cation plate (9) Indicate when ordering spare parts EK6101 2013 123456 Serial number Makita Corporation, Anjo, Aichi, Japan Year of manufacture XXX.XXX.XXX Made in Germany Typ XXX Handle Air intake Air Þ lter cover Fuel pump (Primer) -
Page 13: Putting Into Operation
PUTTING INTO OPERATION CAUTION: Always turn off the engine and pull off the spark plug cap before doing any work on the Power Cut! Always wear protective gloves! CAUTION: Start the Power Cut only after complete assembly and inspection. For the the following work, use the assembly tools included with delivery: 1. -
Page 14: Fuels / Refuelling
The engine has been designed for will pollute the environment and clog the exhaust use of MAKITA high-performance two-stroke engine oil and a channel in the cylinder as well as the mufß er. In ad- mixture ratio of only 50:1 to protect the environment. - Page 15 Refuelling IMPORTANT: FOLLOW THE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS! Be careful and cautious when handling fuels. The engine must be turned off and cooled down! Carefully clean the area around the fuel-tank Þ ller neck to keep dirt from getting in the tank. Place the Power Cut on an even surface.
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Page 16: Starting The Engine
Move the protective hood (1) into the proper position for the work you intend to do (see illustration). The protective hood (1) can be moved between the stops in both directions. Note: A water supply line (from a pressurized water tank or other source) is connected by the water set on the protective hood. -
Page 17: Adjusting The Carburetor
2600 rpm, but the running-in process of a new engine may require slight readjustment of the idling speed. Adjustments to the adjusting screws (L) and (H) may only be made by an authorised MAKITA service centre. For correct adjustment of the idling speed the following steps must be carried out: Start the engine and run it until it is warm (about 3 - 5 minutes). -
Page 18: Changing The V-Belt
MAKITA service center. IMPORTANT: SERVICE If the cutting wheel breaks during cutting, the Power Cut must be repaired by a MAKITA service centre before being used again! Changing the V-belt Loosen bolts (1) and remove belt cover (2). Move the V-belt pulley into the position shown. -
Page 19: Cleaning The Protection Hood
Cleaning the protection hood Over time, the inside of the protective hood can become caked with material residue (especially from wet cutting), which if allowed to accumulate can hinder the free rotation of the cut- ting disc. For this reason the hood must be cleaned out from time to time. -
Page 20: Replacing The Spark Plug
Replacing the spark plug CAUTION: Do not touch the spark plug or plug cap if the engine is running (high voltage). Switch off the engine before starting any maintenance work. A hot engine can cause burns. Wear protective gloves! The spark plug (Order No. 965 603 021) must be replaced in case of damage to the insulator, electrode erosion (burn) or if the electrodes are very dirty or oily. -
Page 21: Replacing The Starter Cable
Replacing the starter cable Unscrew four screws (1). Remove fan housing (2). Insert a small screwdriver through the ventilation slit on the back of the fan housing (2) near the holder (15). Bend the air guide tab (4a) slightly to the side and carefully remove the air guide (3) from the fan housing. -
Page 22: Replacing The Return Spring
Replacing the return spring pack/Replacing the starter spring Remove the fan housing (see “Replacing the starter cable”). Remove the air guide from the fan housing (see “Replacing the starter cable”). Detension the return spring on the cable drum and remove the cable drum (see “Replacing the starter cable”). -
Page 23: Instructions For Periodic Maintenance
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. - Page 24 Please bear in mind that if parts other than original MAKITA spare parts are used, this will automatically invalidate the MAKITA product guarantee.
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Page 25: Troubleshooting
SPECIAL ACCESSORIES Pressurized water tank Diamond cutting discs To keep down dust and for better cutting-disc cooling, MAKITA MAKITA diamond cutting discs meet the highest demands offers several options for wetting the disc during operation. in working safety, ease of operation, and economical cut- ting performance. -
Page 26: Extract From Spare Parts List
Extract from the spare parts list EK6100 Use only original MAKITA parts. For repairs and EK6101 replacement of other parts, see your MAKITA service centre. -
Page 27: Eu Conformity Declaration
) is 114 dB(A). The guaranteed noise level (L ) is 115 dB(A). The technical documentation is on Þ le at MAKITA International Europe Ltd., Michigan Drive, Tongwell, Milton Keynes, Bucks, MK15 8JD, England. Anjo, 20.8.2012 for MAKITA Corporation Tomoyasu Kato... - Page 28 This print product has been awarded the “Blue Angel”. To Þ nd your local distributor, please visit www.makita-outdoor.com MAKITA Corporation SpeciÞ cations subject to change without notice 3-11-8 Sumiyoshi-Cho Anjo, Aichi Form: 995 704 531 (2013-10 GB) 446-8502 Japan...