3Thank you very much for purchasing the MAKITA Petrol Brushcutter. We arepleased to recommend to you the MAKITA Petrol Brushcutter which is theresult of a long development programme and many years of knowledge andexperience.Please read this booklet which refers in detail to the various points that willdemonstrate its outstanding performance. This will assist you to obtain the bestpossible result from your MAKITA Petrol Brushcutter.Table of Contents PageSymbols .........................................................................3Safety instructions .........................................................4Technical data................................................................8Designation of parts.....................................................10Mounting of handle ...................................................... 11Mounting of protector...................................................12Mounting of cutter blade or nylon cutting head............13Before start of operation ..............................................14Correct handling of machine........................................16Points in operation and how to stop ............................16Resharpening the cutting tool ......................................18Servicing instructions...................................................20Storage ........................................................................23EnglishTake Particular care and attention!Read instruction manual and followthe warnings and safety precautions!Forbidden!No smoking!No open flame!Protective gloves must be worn!Keep the area of operation clear of allpersons and pets!Wear protective helmet, eye and earprotection!Engine-manual startTop permissible tool speedEmergency stopON/STARTOFF/STOPFlying object hazard!Keep distance!Kickback!RecyclingFuel (Gasoline)First AidYou will note the following symbols when reading the instructions manual.SYMBOLSWear sturdy boots with nonslip soles.Steeltoed safety boots are recommended!