Makita EBH341U Original Instruction Manual

Makita EBH341U Original Instruction Manual

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Petrol Brushcutter
EBH341U/EBH341L
ORIGINAL INSTRUCTION MANUAL
EBH341U
Important:
Read this instruction manual carefully before putting the Petrol Brushcutter into operation and strictly observe
the safety regulations!
Preserve instruction manual carefully!
EBH341L

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  • Page 1 Petrol Brushcutter EBH341U/EBH341L ORIGINAL INSTRUCTION MANUAL EBH341U EBH341L Important: Read this instruction manual carefully before putting the Petrol Brushcutter into operation and strictly observe the safety regulations! Preserve instruction manual carefully!
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    English (Original instructions) Thank you very much for purchasing the MAKITA Petrol Brushcutter. We are Table of Contents Page pleased to recommend to you the MAKITA Petrol Brushcutter which is the Symbols .................2 result of a long development programme and many years of knowledge and Safety instructions ............3...
  • Page 3: Safety Instructions

    SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS General Instructions – Read this instruction manual to become familiar with handling of the equipment. Users insufficiently informed will risk danger to themselves as well as others due to improper handling. – It is recommended only to lend the equipment to people who have proven to be experienced.
  • Page 4 Start the brushcutter only in accordance with the instructions. – Do not use any other methods for starting the engine! – Use the brushcutter and the tools only for such applications as specified. – Only start the engine, after the entire assembly is done. Operation of the device is only permitted after all the appropriate accessories are attached! –...
  • Page 5 Method of operation – Only use in good light and visibility. During the winter season beware of slippery or wet areas, ice and snow (risk of slipping). Always ensure a safe footing. – Never cut above waist height. – Never stand on a ladder. –...
  • Page 6: Ec Declaration Of Conformity

    Authorized Service Agent. Use only genuine spare parts and accessories released and supplied by MAKITA. Use of non-approved accessories and tools means increased risk of accidents. MAKITA will not accept any liability for accidents or damage caused by the use of non-approved cutting tools and fixing devices of cutting tools, or accessories.
  • Page 7: Technical Data

    TECHNICAL DATA EBH341U, EBH341L EBH341U EBH341L Model Bike handle Loop handle Dimensions: length x width x height (without cutting blade) 1,810 x 620 x 500 1,810 x 330 x 275 Mass (without plastic guard and cutting blade) Volume (fuel tank) 0.65...
  • Page 8: Designation Of Parts

    DESIGNATION OF PARTS EBH341U ⑤ ⑨ ④ ⑫ ⑪ ⑤ ⑦ ⑯ ⑫ ④ ⑩ ⑨ ⑩ ⑬ ⑦ ⑪ ⑮ ⑰ ⑬ ⑭ ⑮ EBH341L ⑭ ⑱ DESIGNATION OF PARTS Fuel Tank Rewind Starter Air Cleaner I-O Switch (on/off)
  • Page 9: Mounting Of Handle

    MOUNTING OF HANDLE CAUTION: Before doing any work on the Petrol Brushcutter, always stop the engine and pull the spark plug connector off the spark plug. Always wear protective gloves! CAUTION: Start the Petrol Brushcutter only after having assembled it completely.
  • Page 10: Mounting Of Protector

    MOUNTING OF PROTECTOR To meet the applicable safety provisions, only the tool/protector combinations as indicated in the table must be used. Be sure to use genuine MAKITA cutter blades or nylon cutting head. Protector for metal blades Metal blade – The cutter blade must be well polished, free of cracks or breakage.
  • Page 11: Mounting Of Cutter Blade Or Nylon Cutting Head

    MOUNTING OF CUTTER BLADE OR NYLON CUTTING HEAD Turn the machine upside down, and you can replace the cutter blade or nylon cutting head easily. – Insert the hex wrench through the hole in the gear case and rotate the receiver washer (4) until it is locked with the hex wrench.
  • Page 12: Before Start Of Operation

    BEFORE START OF OPERATION Inspection and refill of engine oil – Perform the following procedure, with the engine cooled down. – While keeping the engine level, remove the oil gauge, and confirm that the oil is filled within the upper and lower limit marks. When the oil is in short in such a way that the oil gauge touches the oil only by its tip, in particular with the oil gauge remaining inserted in the crankcase without screwing-in (Fig.
  • Page 13 REFUELING Handling of fuel It is necessary to handle fuel with utmost care. Fuel may contain substances similar to solvents. Refueling must be performed in a sufficiently ventilated room or in the open air. Never inhale fuel vapor, and keep fuel away from you. If you touch fuel repeatedly or for a long time, the skin becomes dry, which may cause skin disease or allergy.
  • Page 14: Correct Handling Of Machine

    CORRECT HANDLING OF MACHINE Attachment of shoulder strap – Adjust the strap length so that the cutter blade will be Buckle kept parallel with the ground. For EBH341U NOTE: Be careful not to trap clothing, etc., in the buckle. EBH341U Detachment For EBH341L –...
  • Page 15 1) Release the throttle lever (2) fully, and when the engine rpm has lowered, set the I-O switch to STOP the engine will now stop. STOP STOP 2) Be aware that the cutting head may not stop immediately and allow it to slow down fully. STOP EBH341L EBH341U...
  • Page 16: Resharpening The Cutting Tool

    Operation of Throttle Lever With the throttle lever main unit held by hand (with the lock-off lever pushed), pull the throttle lever and the engine rotation will be increased. Release the throttle lever, and the engine will run idle again. Release the hand from the throttle lever main unit, and the lock-off lever will return automatically so that the throttle lever will not be pulled by mistake.
  • Page 17 Replacing the nylon cord Pull up 1. Put off cover from housing, pressing two cover locking tabs located Cover oppositely on side of the housing. Locking Housing Window 2. Take off tap knob and spool from the housing. Spool Tab knob 3.
  • Page 18: Servicing Instructions

    7. Put in the cutting lines through the slot of eyelets. 8. Put the cover onto the housing, aligning the tabs on cover and the windows on housing. Make sure the cover is secured exactly to the housing. Outer edge of cover locking tab and outer surface of the housing should be on Cover Locking Tab same circumference.
  • Page 19 In replacement, perform the following procedure. Fuel tank cap 1) Confirm that the tank cap is tightened securely. 2) Detach the oil gauge. Keep the oil gauge free from dust or dirt. Oil gauge 3) Place waste or paper near the oil refill port. Waste or paper 4) Detach the oil gauge, and drain oil, tilting the main unit toward the oil refill port.
  • Page 20: Checking The Spark Plug

    (0.028” - 0.032”) SUPPLY OF GREASE TO GEAR CASE – Supply grease (Shell Alvania 2 or equivalent) to the gear case through the Gear case grease hole every 30 hours. (Genuine MAKITA grease may be purchased from your MAKITA dealer.) Grease hole...
  • Page 21 CLEANING OF FUEL FILTER Fuel filter (1) WARNING: INFLAMMABLES STRICTLY PROHIBITED House clamp Interval of Cleaning and Inspection: Monthly (every 50 operating hours) Fuel pipe Suction head in the fuel tank – The fuel filter (1) of the suction head is used to filler the fuel required by the carburetor.
  • Page 22: Storage

    STORAGE WARNING: When draining the fuel, be sure to stop the engine and confirm that the engine cools down. Just after stopping the engine, it may still hot with possibility of burns, inflammability and fire. ATTENTION: When the machine is kept out of operation for a long time, drain up all fuel from the fuel tank and carburetor, and keep it at a dry and clean place.
  • Page 23 Operating time Before After Daily Shutdown/ Corres- 200h Item operation lubrication (10h) rest ponding P Inspect/clean Engine oil Replace Tightening parts Inspect (bolt, nut) Clean/inspect — Fuel tank Drain fuel Throttle lever Check function — Stop switch Check function Cutting blade Inspect Low-speed rotation Inspect/adjust...
  • Page 24: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING Before making a request for repairs, check a trouble for yourself. If any abnormality is found, control your machine according to the description of this manual. Never tamper or dismount any part contrary to the description. For repairs, contact Authorized Service Agent or local dealership. State of abnormality Probable cause (malfunction) Remedy...
  • Page 28 Makita Corporation Anjo, Aichi, Japan www.makita.com 884891E221...

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