Malfunction status
Motor does not run.
Motor stops running after a little use.
It does not reach maximum RPM.
Cutting tool does not rotate:
Stop the machine immediately!
Abnormal vibration:
Stop the machine immediately!
Cutting tool and motor cannot stop:
Remove the battery immediately!
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OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
CAUTION:
• These accessories or attachments are recommended
for use with your Makita tool specified in this manual.
The use of any other accessories or attachments might
present a risk of injury to persons. Only use accessory
or attachment for its stated purpose.
If you need any assistance for more details regarding
these accessories, ask your local Makita Service Center.
• Nylon cutting head
• Nylon cord (cutting line)
• Shoulder harness
• Hex wrench
• Makita genuine battery and charger
NOTE:
• Some items in the list may be included in the tool
package as standard accessories. They may differ
from country to country.
Cause
Battery cartridge is not installed.
Battery problem (under voltage)
The drive system does not work
correctly.
Rotation is in reverse.
Battery's charge level is low.
Overheating.
Battery is installed improperly.
Battery power is dropping.
The drive system does not work
correctly.
Foreign object such as a branch is
jammed between the guard and the
nylon cutting head.
The drive system does not work
correctly.
One end of the nylon cord has been
broken.
The drive system does not work
correctly.
Electric or electronic malfunction.
Action
Install the battery cartridge.
Recharge the battery. If recharging is
not effective, replace battery.
Ask your local authorized service
center for repair.
Change the direction of ratation with
the reversing switch.
Recharge the battery. If recharging is
not effective, replace battery.
Stop using of tool to allow it to cool
down.
Install the battery cartridge as
described in this manual.
Recharge the battery. If recharging is
not effective, replace battery.
Ask your local authorized service
center for repair.
Remove the foreign object.
Ask your local authorized service
center for repair.
Bump the nylon cutting head against
the ground while it is rotating to cause
the cord to feed.
Ask your local authorized service
center for repair.
Remove the battery and ask your local
authorized service center for repair.
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