Blower Operation1. While operating the blower, adjust the throttle trigger / throttlelever so that the wind force is appropriate for the work location andconditions.2. Adjusting engine speed.For tube throttle model: Engine speed increases by pulling thethrottle trigger. To decrease the engine speed, loosen the throttletrigger.The cruise control function allows the operator to maintain a constantengine speed without pulling the trigger lever. To increase the enginespeed, turn the stop control lever to high speed. To decrease theengine speed, turn the stop control lever to low speed.21► 1. Throttle trigger 2. Stop control leverFor hip throttle model: To increase the engine speed, turn the throt-tle lever to high speed. To decrease the engine speed, turn the throt-tle lever to low speed.1► 1. Throttle leverTransporting the blowerCAUTION: When transporting the blower, be sure to stopthe engine.NOTICE: Do not sit or stand on the blower or put a heavyobject on it. It may damage the machine.NOTICE: Maintain the blower in an upright position whenevertransporting or storing. Transporting or storing in a position thatis not upright may cause oil to spill inside the blower engine. Thismay result in oil leaks and white smoke from burning oil, and the aircleaner may become dirty with oil.NOTICE: Do not drag the blower when transporting. Otherwisethe blower housing may be damaged.MAINTENANCECAUTION: Before inspection and maintenance, stop theengine and allow it to cool down. Remove the spark plug andplug cap. Otherwise the operator may suffer burn or serious injurydue to an accidental start-up.CAUTION: After inspection and maintenance, make surethat all parts are assembled.Replacing engine oilCAUTION: The engine main unit and engine oil still remainhot just after the engine is stopped. When replacing engine oil,make sure that the engine main unit and engine oil are suffi-ciently cooled down. Otherwise, there may remain a risk of scald.Allow sufficient time after stopping engine for the engine oil to returnto the oil tank to ensure accurate reading of the oil level indicator.CAUTION: If the oil filled above the limit, it may becomedirty or may catch fire with white smoke.NOTICE: Never discard replaced engine oil in garbage,ground or sewage. Disposal of oil is regulated by law. In disposal,always follow the relevant laws and regulations. For any pointsremaining unknown, contact Authorized Service Agent.NOTICE: Oil will deteriorate even when it is kept unused.Perform inspection and replacement at regular intervals (replacewith new oil every 6 months).Deteriorated engine oil shortens the life of the sliding and rotatingparts to a great extent. Be sure to check the period and quantity ofreplacement.Interval of replacementAfter first 20 operating hours, followed by every 50 operating hoursRecommended oil• Makita genuine 4-stroke engine oil or• API grade SF class or higher, SAE 10W-30 oil (automobile4-stroke engine oil)Oil replacement procedureChange the oil as follows:145632► 1. Drainage hole 2. Oil drain bolt 3. Gasket (aluminum washer)4. Oil cap 5. Oil cap gasket 6. Oil port1. Put the blower down on a level surface.2. Put a waste oil container under the drainage hole to catch the oilas it drains out. The container should have a capacity of at least 220ml to catch all of the oil.12 ENGLISH