2Thank 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 .........................................................................2Safety instructions .........................................................3Technical data................................................................7Designation of parts.......................................................8Mounting of handle ........................................................9Mounting of protector...................................................10Mounting of metal blade or nylon cutting head ............ 11Before start of operation ..............................................13Correct handling of machine........................................15Points in operation and how to stop ............................15Resharpening the cutting tool ......................................17Servicing instructions...................................................19Storage ........................................................................23Take 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!Fuel (Gasoline)First AidYou will note the following symbols when reading the instructions manual.SYMBOLSWear sturdy boots with nonslip soles.Steeltoed safety boots are recommended!English (Original instructions)