2Thank you very much for purchasing the MAKITA Outdoor Power Equipment.We are pleased to recommend to you the MAKITA product which is the result ofa 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 product.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...................................................10Mounting of metal blade or nylon cutting head ............12Before start of operation ..............................................13Correct handling of machine........................................15Points in operation and how to stop ............................16Resharpening the cutting tool ......................................19Servicing instructions...................................................22Storage ........................................................................25Read instruction manual and follow thewarnings and safety precautions!Take Particular care and attention!Forbidden!Keep distance!Flying object hazard!Kickback!No smoking!No open flame!Protective gloves must be worn!Wear sturdy boots with nonslip soles.Steeltoed safety boots are recommended!Keep the area of operation clear of allpersons and pets!Wear protective helmet, eye and earprotection!Top permissible tool speedFuel (Gasoline)Engine-manual startEmergency stopFirst AidON/STARTOFF/STOPTHROTTLE LOCK POSITION