Instructions for periodic maintenance
To ensure long life, prevent damage and ensure the full functioning of the safety features the following maintenance must be
performed regularly. Guarantee claims can be recognized only if this work is performed regularly and properly. Failure to perform
the prescribed maintenance work can lead to accidents!
General
After each refuelling
Daily
Weekly
Quarterly
Shutting down
procedure
Service, spare parts and guarantee
Maintenance and repair
The maintenance and repair modern brushcutters and safety-related components and assemblies requires qualified technical
training and a workshop equipped with special tools and testing devices.
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.
Please contact your nearest service centre (list enclosed).
Spare parts
Reliable long-term operation, as well as the safety of your brushcutter, depend among other things on the quality of the spare parts
used. Use only original MAKITA parts, marked
Only original spare parts and accessories guarantee the highest quality in material, dimensions, functioning and safety.
Original spare parts and accessories can be obtained from your local dealer. He will also have the spare part lists to determine the
required spare part numbers, and will be constantly informed about the latest improvements and spare part innovations.
Please bear in mind that if parts other than original MAKITA spare parts are used, this will automatically invalidate the MAKITA product
guarantee.
We will furthermore not accept any liability damages arising from the use of non-MAKITA spare parts.
Engine assembly
Throttle lever
Safety lock button
STOP-switch
Air filter
Cutting tool
Idle speed
Spark plug
Muffler
Suction head
Fuel tank
Fuel tank
Carburetor
Visual inspection for damage, loose attachment
and fuel tank sealing
Functional check
Functional check
Functional check
Clean
Check for damage and sharpness
Check (cutting tool must not move)
Inspection, replace if necessary
Clean and tighten bolts
Replace
Clean
Empty
Run empty
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