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Use only replacement parts that are identical to original equipment parts when servicing the unit: these
parts are available from your dealer, The use o f any other accessory or attachment inay create
a
potential hazard, injury !o the user and damage to the machine.
Clean the machine completely. especially the fuel tank cap, its surroundings, and the air cleaner.
When refueling, be sure to
stop
the engine and confirm that it has cooled down Never refuel ,v!:&n the
engine is running or hot. When gasoline spills, be sure to completely wipe it away
a n d
prq)?!i'l 'Tispc?se
r7f
those materials. Move at leas?
10 it.
i3m) away from the fueling source and
site
before star!inc;
::-IS
e?yirie
Stay away from other workers or bystanders
(50 ft., 1 5 m ) .
W h e n approaching an operator o f the machine, carefully call his attention and confirm that tihe i?ysra!or
stops t h e engine. Be careful-noi to startle or distract
t h e
operator causing an unsafe siiuatim.
Never touch the nylon cutting headicutter blade while the engine
I S
running.
If it
is necessdi-y
;r,
&just the
protector or nylon cutting head!cutter blade,
be
sure to stop
t h e
engine and confirm
that r h e
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headicutter blade has stoppea rurning.
The engine should be turned off when the machine is moved between work areas.
Be careful not to
hit
the nylon cutting head/cutter blade against stones, or the ground. Unreasonably
rough operation
will
shorten the life o f the machine a s well
as
create an unsafe environment io!' you and
those around you.
Pay attention to loosening and overheating of parts.
I f
there is any abnormality
o f
the machine. stop
operation immediately and check the machine carefully.
If
necessary, have the machine serviced
by
a
qualified service facility. Never continue
to
operate a machine which may be malfunctioning
In startup or during operation o f
t h e
engine, never touch hot parts such as the muffler, the high-vo!tage
wire or the spark plug.
For a while after the engine has stopped,
t h e
muffler is still hot. Never place the machine near flammable
materials
(dry
grass. etc.), combustible gasses or combustible liquids.
Pay special attention when operating in the rain or shortly after t h e rain as the ground may be slippery.
I f
you slip or fall to the ground or into a hole, release
t h e
throttle lever immediately
Be careful not
to
drop
!he
machine ar
hit
it against obstacles.
Before proceeding to adjust or repair the machine.
b e
sure to stop t h e engine and detach the spark plug
cap from the spark plug.
Before storing
the
machine for a long time, drain all fuel from the fuel tank ana carburzior clear1
it1e
parts. move the machine to a safe place,
a n d
confirm that
t h e
engine has cooled down.
Make periodic inspections to assure safe and efficient operation,
If
you need professional inspection
of
your machine, please contact your nearest Makita Factory Service Center or authorized dealer.
Keep the machine well away from
fire
or sparks.
Warning: The cutter area
is
dangerous while the machine is coasting
to a
stop.
Don't try
to
tackle a big job
with
an undersized machine. Use
this machine only for trimming;
use a lawn
mower for large areas.
Wear a
dust
m a s k in
dusty
work conditions.
Wear hearing protection for extended periods
of use,
and any time the noise is uncomfortable.
Keep guards and protectors in place and
in working order.
Never operate
this machine while it
is turned upside-down or w h e n it is at an extreme angle.
CAUTION!
CAUTION!
CAUTION!
WHEN MIXING GASOLINE WITH TWO-CYCLE ENGINE OIL, USE ONLY GASOLINE WHICH CONTAINS NO
ETHANOL
OR
METHANOL
(TYPES OF
ALCOHOL), THIS WILL HELP TO AVOID POSSIBLE DAMAGE TO
ENGINE FUEL LINES A N D OTHER ENGINE PARTS.
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SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
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