11 ENGLISHTROUBLESHOOTINGBefore asking for repairs, conduct your own inspection first. If you find a problem that is not explained in the manual,do not attempt to dismantle the tool. Instead, ask Makita Authorized Service Centers, always using Makita replace-ment parts for repairs.State of abnormality Probable cause (malfunction) RemedyMotor does not run. Battery cartridge is not installed. Install the battery cartridge.Battery problem (under voltage) Recharge the battery. If recharging is not effective,replace battery.The drive system does not workcorrectly.Ask your local authorized service center for repair.Motor stops running after a little use. Rotation is in reverse. Change the direction of rotation with the reversingswitch.Battery's charge level is low. Recharge the battery. If recharging is not effective,replace battery.Overheating. Stop using of tool to allow it to cool down.It does not reach maximum RPM. Battery is installed improperly. Install the battery cartridge as described in thismanual.Battery power is dropping. Recharge the battery. If recharging is not effective,replace battery.The drive system does not workcorrectly.Ask your local authorized service center for repair.OPTIONALACCESSORIESCAUTION: These accessories or attachmentsare recommended for use with your Makita toolspecified in this manual. The use of any otheraccessories or attachments might present a risk ofinjury to persons. Only use accessory or attachmentfor its stated purpose.If you need any assistance for more details regard-ing these accessories, ask your local Makita ServiceCenter.Refer to "Approved attachment" section for the applica-ble models for this tool.• String trimmer attachment• Pole saw attachment• Coffee harvester attachment• Cultivator attachment• Shaft extension attachment• Makita genuine battery and chargerNOTE: Some items in the list may be included in thetool package as standard accessories. They maydiffer from country to country.MAKITA LIMITED ONE YEARWARRANTYWarranty PolicyEvery Makita tool is thoroughly inspected and tested beforeleaving the factory. It is warranted to be free of defects fromworkmanship and materials for the period of ONE YEARfrom the date of original purchase. Should any troubledevelop during this one year period, return the COMPLETEtool, freight prepaid, to one of Makita’s Factory orAuthorized Service Centers. If inspection shows the troubleis caused by defective workmanship or material, Makita willrepair (or at our option, replace) without charge.This Warranty does not apply where:• repairs have been made or attempted by others:• repairs are required because of normal wear and tear:• the tool has been abused, misused or improperlymaintained:• alterations have been made to the tool.IN NO EVENT SHALL MAKITA BE LIABLE FOR ANYINDIRECT, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIALDAMAGES FROM THE SALE OR USE OF THEPRODUCT. THIS DISCLAIMER APPLIES BOTH DURINGAND AFTER THE TERM OF THIS WARRANTY.MAKITA DISCLAIMS LIABILITY FOR ANY IMPLIEDWARRANTIES, INCLUDING IMPLIED WARRANTIESOF "MERCHANTABILITY" AND "FITNESS FOR ASPECIFIC PURPOSE," AFTER THE ONE YEAR TERMOF THIS WARRANTY.This Warranty gives you specific legal rights, and youmay also have other rights which vary from state to state.Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitationof incidental or consequential damages, so the abovelimitation or exclusion may not apply to you. Some statesdo not allow limitation on how long an implied warrantylasts, so the above limitation may not apply to you.