Makita 197726-4 Instruction Manual

612. If the blades come into contact with stones or other solid objects,stop the motor immediately and check the blades for damageafter removing the spark plug or the battery cartridge. Replacethe blades if damaged.13. If thick branches get jammed in the blades, immediately switchoff the motor, put the hedge trimmer down and then remove theobstruction after removing the spark plug or the battery cartridge.Check the blades for damage before using the equipment again.14. Never touch or approach the blades while they are moving.Blades can cut your finger easily. When handling the blades oradjusting the blade angle, stop the motor and remove the sparkplug cap or the battery cartridge.15. Accelerating the motor with the blades blocked increases theload and will damage the motor and/or clutch.16. Check the cutting blades frequently during operation for cracksor blunt edges. Before the inspection, switch off the motor andwait until the blades stop completely. Replace damaged or dullblades immediately, even if they have only superficial cracks.17. If the equipment gets heavy impact or fall, check the conditionbefore continuing work. Check the fuel system for fuel leakageand the controls and safety devices for malfunction. If there isany damage or doubt, ask our authorized service center for theinspection and repair.18. Do not touch the gear case. The gear case becomes hot duringoperation.19. Take a rest to prevent loss of control caused by fatigue. We rec-ommend to take a 10 to 20-minute rest every hour.20. When you leave the equipment, even if it is a short time, alwaysswitch off the engine or remove the battery cartridge. The equip-ment unattended with the engine running may be used by unau-thorized person and cause serious accident.21. Before cutting, pull the throttle lever fully to achieve the maxi-mum speed.22. Follow the instruction manual of the power unit for proper use ofthe control lever and switch.23. During or after operation, do not put the hot equipment onto drygrass or combustible materials.Transport1. Before transporting the equipment, switch off the motor andremove the spark plug cap or battery cartridge. Always fit theblade cover during transportation.2. When carrying the equipment, carry it in a horizontal position byholding the shaft. Keep the hot muffler away from your body.3. When transporting the equipment in a vehicle, properly secureit to avoid turnover. Otherwise fuel spillage and damage to theequipment and other baggage may result.Maintenance1. Before doing any maintenance or repair work or cleaning theequipment, always switch off the motor and remove the sparkplug cap or the battery cartridge. Wait until the motor gets cold.2. To reduce the risk of fire, never service the equipment in thevicinity of fire.3. Always wear protective gloves when handling the blades.4. Always clean dust and dirt off the equipment. Never use gas-oline, benzine, thinner, alcohol or the like for the purpose.Discoloration, deformation or cracks of the plastic componentsmay result.5. After each use, tighten all screws and nuts, except for the carbu-retor adjustment screws.6. Keep the cutting tool sharp. If the cutting blades have becomeblunt and cutting performance is poor, ask our authorized servicecenter to sharpen the blades.7. Never repair bent or broken blades by straightening or welding.It may cause parts of the blades to come off and result in seriousinjury. Contact our authorized service center for Makita genuineblades to replace them.8. Do not attempt any maintenance or repair not described in thisbooklet or the instruction manual of the power unit. Ask ourauthorized service center for such work.9. Always use Makita genuine spare parts and accessories only.Using parts or accessories supplied by a third party may resultin the equipment breakdown, property damage and/or seriousinjury.10. Request our authorized service center to inspect and maintainthe hedge trimmer at regular interval.Storage1. Before storing the equipment, perform full cleaning and mainte-nance. Fit the blade cover.2. Store the equipment in a dry and high or locked location out ofreach of children.3. Do not prop the equipment against something, such as a wall.Otherwise the hedge trimmer may fall suddenly and cause aninjury.First aid1. Always have a first-aid kit close by. Immediately replace any itemtaken from the first aid kit.2. When asking for help, give the following information:— Place of the accident— What happened— Number of injured persons— Nature of the injury— Your namePARTS DESCRIPTION► Fig.31 Blades 2 Gear case 3 Cap 4 Blade coverASSEMBLYWARNING: Before assembling or adjusting the equipment,switch off the motor and remove the spark plug cap or the bat-tery cartridge. Otherwise blades or other parts may move andresult in serious injury.WARNING: Before handling or working around blades,wear protective gloves and put the blade cover onto blades.Otherwise the blades can cut bare hands severely.WARNING: When assembling or adjusting the equipment,always put it down. Assembling or adjusting the equipment inan upright position may result in serious injury.WARNING: Follow the warnings and precautions in thechapter “Safety precautions” and the instruction manual of thepower unit.WARNING: Before operating the equipment, make surethat the lock lever is tightened.Mounting the attachment to a power unitTo mount the attachment to a power unit, follow the steps below.1. Make sure that the lock lever is not tightened.2. Align the pin with the arrow mark.3. Insert the shaft into the drive shaft of the power unit until theposition line and the release button pops up.4. Tighten the lock lever firmly as shown.To remove the attachment, loosen the lock lever by turning the locklever opposite direction, and press the lock button and withdraw theshaft.► Fig.4: 1. Lock lever 2. Pin 3. Arrow mark 4. Position line5. Release buttonNOTICE: Do not tighten the lock lever without the shaft of theattachment inserted. Otherwise the lock lever may tighten theentrance of the drive shaft too much and damage it.OPERATIONWARNING: If the blades move at idle, adjust the idle speedof the engine down. Otherwise you cannot stop the blades withthrottle off and it may cause serious injury.WARNING: Follow the warnings and precautions in thechapter “IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS” and theinstruction manual of the power unit.Horizontal cutWhen trimming hedges horizontally, follow the steps below.1. Pull the throttle lever fully.2. Apply the blades to the hedge with an angle of 15° to 30°.3. Trim the hedge with a right to left swinging movement.► Fig.5ENGLISH