Makita DBC340 Instruction Manual

20Service, spare parts and guaranteeMaintenance and repairThe maintenance and repair modern brushcutters and safety-related components and assemblies requires qualified technical trainingand 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-effectivesolutions and advise you in all matters.To find your local distributor, please visit www.makita-outdoor.comSpare partsReliable long-term operation, as well as the safety of your brushcutter, depend among other things on the quality of the spare partsused. Use only original MAKITA parts, markedOnly original spare parts and accessories guarantee the highest quality in material, dimensions, function and safety.Original spare parts and accessories can be obtained from your local dealer. He will also have the spare part lists to determine therequired 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 MAKITAproduct guarantee.GuaranteeMAKITA guarantees the highest quality and will therefore reimburse all costs for repair by replacement of damaged parts resultingfrom material or production faults occurring within the guarantee period after purchase. Please note that in some countries particularguarantee conditions may exist. If you have any questions, please contact your salesman, who is responsible for the guarantee ofthe product.Please note that we cannot accept any responsibility for damage caused by:ï Disregard of the instruction manual.ï Non-performance of the required maintenance and cleaning.ï Exceeding of the maximum admissible speed due to incorrect carburetor adjustment.ï Incorrect carburetor adjustment.ï Normal wear and tear.ï Obvious overloading due to permanent exceeding of the upper performance limits.ï Use of force, improper use, misuse or accidents.ï Overheating due to dirt in the coolant-air intake system including air filter.ï Work on the brushcutter by unskilled persons or inappropriate repairs.ï Use of unsuitable spare parts or parts which are not original MAKITA parts, insofar as they have caused the damage.ï Use of unsuitable or old oil.ï Damage related to conditions arising from lease or rent contracts.ï Damages caused by disregarding loose outer bolted connections.Cleaning, servicing and adjustment work is not covered by the guarantee. All repairs covered by the guarantee must be performedby a MAKITA service centre.