2Thank you very mush for purchasing the MAKITA petrol brushcutter. We arepleased to recommend to you the MAKITA petrol brushcutter which is the resultof a long development program and many years of knowledge and experience.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 PageYou will note the following symbols when reading the instructions manual.SYMBOLSEnglish (Original instructions)Symbols .........................................................................2Safety instructions .........................................................3Technical data................................................................7Designation of parts.......................................................8Mounting of handle ........................................................9Mounting of protector.....................................................9Mounting of cutter blade/nylon cutting head ................10Fuels/refuelling ............................................................ 11Correct handling of machine........................................12Points in operation and how to stop ............................13Resharpening the cutting tool ......................................14Servicing instructions...................................................16Storage ........................................................................18Read instruction manual Wear eye and ear protectionTake particular are and attention Wear protective helmet, eye and earprotectionForbidden Do not use metal bladesKeep distance Top permissible tool speedFlying object hazard Fuel and oil mixtureNo smoking Engine-manual startNo open flame Emergency stopProtective gloves must be worn First AidKickback STARTKeep the area of operation clear of allpersons and petsWear sturdy boots with non-slipsoles. Steel toed safety boots arerecommended.