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Switch the motor off and disconnect from power when
the tool is not being used, left unattended, being
cleaned, being moved from one place to another or
when the extension cord is entangled or damaged.
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Do not operate the tool near people, especially children
or pets. Turn it off if they get too close. Maintain a safe
distance of at least 5 m from other people when using
the tool.
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Never direct the blower tube towards bystanders or
pets. Never blow debris in the direction of bystanders
or pets. The operator is responsible for accidents or
hazards occurring to other people or their property.
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Do not handle the plug or the tool with wet hands and
do not use the tool in the rain.
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Use only outdoor rated extension leads that are so
marked. Keep the extension cord away from heat, oil
and sharp edges.
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Ensure that the extension lead is secured in a manner
that prevents it from disconnecting from the plug whilst
in use.
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Keep all the air intakes and the blower tube free of dust,
lint, hair and other material that may cause a reduction
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Keep a balanced and stable stance while using the
tool.
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Do not switch on the tool in enclosed or poorly ventilated
sive substance such as liquids, gases and powders.
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Do not get distracted and always concentrate on what
you are doing. Use common sense. Never operate the
alcohol or other drugs.
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Do not operate this tool with long loose hair or loose
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Do not allow the tool to pick up any burning or smolder-
ing materials like ashes, cigarette butts etc.
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plastics, china etc.
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Do not use in mulching operation without the collection
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Do not use the tool in either the mulcher or the blower
mode on gravel surfaces.
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Only operate the tool during broad daylight or with
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When the tool is not in use, store it in a dry place and
out of reach of children.
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After use, disconnect the tool from the power supply and
inspect for wear and damage. If you have the slightest
doubts, contact an authorized service centre.
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Only use the tool according to the instructions given in
this manual.
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Check regularly that screws are tight.
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Use only spare parts and accessories recommended by
the manufacture.
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Do not try to repair the tool or access internal parts.
Contact authorized service centers only.
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It is recommended that the tool should be used with a
Residual Current Device (RCD) with a tripping current
of no more than 30 mA.
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ASSEMBLY
UNPACKING
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Carefully remove the product and any accessories from
the box.
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Inspect the product carefully to make sure no breakage
or damage occurred during shipping.
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Do not discard the packing material until you have care-
fully inspected and satisfactorily operated the product.
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If any parts are damaged or missing, please call your
Makita service centre for assistance.
The tool is supplied with some components not as-
sembled. To assemble them, proceed as follows:
WARNING:
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is in the OFF position, it is unplugged, and the impellers
have stopped before attaching or removing tubes.
ASSEMBLE AS A BLOWER (Fig. 3)
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Slide blower tube forward until the notched areas on the
blower housing click into the slots on the tube.
ASSEMBLE AS A MULCHER (optional accessory)
(Fig. 2)
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Slide the front and rear mulcher tubes together until
locked. (See Fig. 2.)
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Pull the lock button forward to disengage the gate. Hold
the gate open. (See Fig. 2.1.)
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Insert the "wedged" end clip of the mulcher tube into
the rear clip. (See Fig. 2.2.) Push the "hooked" end clip
of the mulcher tube into the front clip. (See Fig. 2.3.)
Press the lock button back to engage the mulcher tube.
(See Fig. 2.4.)
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To remove mulcher tubes, follow the steps above in
reverse.
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Insert the bag adaptor into the blower outlet. Lock the
bag adaptor with the lock button. To remove the bag,
simply press lock button and remove bag. (See Fig. 4.)
NOTE:
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It may be necessary to remove the blower tube or
mulcher tubes to clear a blocked tube or impeller.
INSTALLING BAG WITH SHOULDER STRAP
(Fig. 4)
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pull the strap to shorten.
OPERATION
CONNECTING THE POWER CORD (Fig. 5)
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Secure the extension cord to the motor housing using
the cord retainer. This prevents accidental removal of
the electrical cord.
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Connect the female end of the extension cord with the
plug of the unit.
STARTING/STOPPING THE BLOWER/MULCHER
(Fig. 6)
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To turn on, slide the power/speed slide switch. '1'
indicates the tool runs at slow speed, and '2' at high
speed.
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To turn off, slide the switch to '0'.
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