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Petrol String Trimmer ER2650LH INSTRUCTION MANUAL Original Instruction Manual ER2650LH Important: Read this instruction manual carefully before putting the Petrol String Trimmer into operation and strictly observe the safety regulations! Preserve instruction manual carefully!
Thank you very much for purchasing the MAKITA Outdoor Power Equipment. Table of Contents Page We are pleased to recommend to you the MAKITA product which is the result of Symbols .................2 a long development program and many years of knowledge and experience.
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.
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– Start the Petrol String Trimmer only in accordance with the instructions. – Do not use any other methods for starting the engine! – Use the Petrol String Trimmer 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! –...
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 attachments and fixing devices of cutting attachments, or accessories.
Engine Oil (automobile 4-stroke engine oil) For European countries only EC Declaration of Conformity We Makita Corporation as the responsible manufacturer declare that the following Makita machine(s): Designation of Machine: Petrol String Trimmer Model No./ Type: ER2650LH Specifications: see “TECHNICAL DATA” table...
DESIGNATION OF PARTS ER2650LH DESIGNATION OF PARTS Fuel tank Rewind starter Air cleaner I-O switch (on/off) Spark plug Exhaust muffler Clutch case Rear grip Lock-off lever Handle Throttle lever Control cable Shaft Protector (Cutting attachment guard) Nylon cutting head Fuel filler cap...
Bolts MOUNTING OF NYLON CUTTING HEAD WARNING: Never use cutting blades. Be sure to use genuine MAKITA nylon cutting head. – If the nylon cutting head hits against a stone during operation, stop the engine and check the nylon cutting head immediately.
BEFORE START OF OPERATION Inspection and refill of engine oil – Perform the following procedure, with the engine cooled down. – Set the engine level, remove oil cap (Fig. 1), and check to see whether or not there is oil in the range between the upper limit and lower limit marks of the oil pipe (Fig.
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Note • Do not replace oil with the engine in a tilted position. • Filling with oil while engine is tilted leads to overfilling which causes oil contamination and/or white smoke. Point 2 in Replacement of oil: “If oil spills out” –...
POINTS IN OPERATION AND HOW TO STOP Observe the applicable accident prevention regulations! STARTING Move at least 3 m away from the place of refueling. Place the unit on the ground taking care that the cutting attachment does not come into contact with the ground or any other objects.
At times, such as winter, when starting the engine CLOSE is difficult Operate choke lever with the following procedure when starting engine. • After implementing startup steps 1) to 3), set choke lever to the CLOSE position. • Implement startup step 4) and start engine.
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Replacing the nylon cord Cover WARNING: Make sure that the cover of the nylon cutting head is secured to the housing properly as described below. Failure to properly secure the cover may cause the nylon cutting head to fly apart resulting in serious personal injury.
SERVICING INSTRUCTIONS CAUTION: Before doing any work on the equipment, always stop the engine and pull the plug cap off the spark plug (see “checking the spark plug”). Always wear protective gloves! To ensure a long service life and to avoid any damage to the equipment, the following servicing operations should be performed at regular intervals.
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5) Set the engine level, and gradually fill up to upper limit mark with new oil. External mark (upper limit) 6) After filling, tightly secure oil cap, so that it will not loosen and cause leaks. If oil cap is not tightly secured, it may leak. External mark Internal stepped (lower limit)
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CHECKING THE SPARK PLUG – Only use the supplied universal wrench to remove or to install the spark plug. – The gap between the two electrodes of the spark plug should be 0.7 - 0.8 mm (0.028” - 0.032”). If the gap is too wide or too narrow, adjust it. If the spark plug is clogged or contaminated, clean it thoroughly or replace it.
STORAGE WARNING: When draining the fuel, be sure to stop the engine and make sure that the engine cools down. Just after stopping the engine, it may still be 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.
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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 attachment Inspect Low-speed rotation Inspect/adjust...
A twig is caught between the cutting Remove the foreign matter. attachment and the protector. The drive system does not work properly. Ask Makita authorized service center to Stop engine immediately! inspect and repair it. The unit vibrates abnormally. The cutting attachment is broken.
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