Makita EN420MP Instruction Manual

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3. During operation, never stand on an unstable or slippery surfaceor a steep slope. During the cold season, beware of ice andsnow and always ensure secure footing.4. During operation, keep bystanders or animals at least 15 m awayfrom the ground trimmer. Stop the motor as soon as someoneapproaches.5. Before operation, examine the work area for wire fences, stones,or other solid objects. They can damage the blades.Putting into operation1. Before assembling or adjusting the equipment, switch off themotor and remove the spark plug cap or the battery cartridge.2. Before assembling the blades or adjusting the cutting angle,wear protective gloves.3. Before starting the motor, inspect the equipment for damages,loose screws/nuts or improper assembly. Replace if the bladesare cracked, bent, or damaged. Check all control levers andswitches for easy action. Clean and dry the handles.4. Never attempt to start the motor if the equipment is damaged ornot fully assembled. Otherwise serious injury may result.5. Before starting the motor, carefully check that the blade is nottouching the ground, your body, and other objects. Starting themotor with the blade contacting with foreign object can causeserious accident.6. Adjust the shoulder harness and hand grip to suit the operator’sbody size.Operation1. In the event of an emergency, switch off the motor immediately.2. If you feel any unusual condition (e.g. noise, vibration) duringoperation, switch off the motor. Do not use the ground trimmeruntil the cause is recognized and solved.3. The blades continue to move for a short period after releasingthe throttle trigger or switch off the motor. Don’t rush to contactthe blades.4. With the engine running only at idle, attach the shoulder harness.5. During operation, use the shoulder harness. Keep the groundtrimmer on your right side firmly.► Fig.26. Hold the front handle with the left hand and the rear grip with theright hand, no matter you are right-hander or left-hander. Wrapyour fingers and thumbs around the handles.7. Never attempt to operate the equipment with one hand. Loss ofcontrol may result in serious or fatal injury. To reduce the risk ofcut injuries, keep your hands and feet away from the blades.8. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.Watch for hidden obstacles such as tree stumps, roots andditches to avoid stumbling. Clear fallen branches and otherobjects away.9. Never work on a ladder or tree to avoid loss of control.10. Do not hold the machine above shoulder height.11. During operation, never hit the blades against hard obstaclessuch stones and metals. Take particular care when cuttinghedges next to or against wire fences. When working close to theground, make sure that no sand, grit or stones get between theblades.12. If the blades come into contact with stones or other solid objects,stop the motor immediately and check the blades for damageafter removing the spark plug or the battery cartridge. Replacethe blades if damaged.13. If thick branches get jammed in the blades, immediately switchoff the motor, put the ground trimmer down and then remove theobstruction after removing the spark plug or the battery cartridge.Check the blades for damage before using the equipment again.14. Never touch or approach the blades while they are moving.Blades can cut your finger easily. When handling the blades oradjusting the blade angle, stop the motor and remove the sparkplug cap or the battery cartridge.15. Accelerating the motor with the blades blocked increases theload and will damage the motor and/or clutch.16. Check the cutting blades frequently during operation for cracksor blunt edges. Before the inspection, switch off the motor andwait until the blades stop completely. Replace damaged or dullblades immediately, even if they have only superficial cracks.17. If the equipment gets heavy impact or fall, check the conditionbefore continuing work. Check the fuel system for fuel leakageand the controls and safety devices for malfunction. If there isany damage or doubt, ask our authorized service center for theinspection and repair.18. Do not touch the gear case. The gear case becomes hot duringoperation.19. Take a rest to prevent loss of control caused by fatigue. We rec -ommend to take a 10 to 20-minute rest every hour.20. When you leave the equipment, even if it is a short time, alwaysswitch off the engine or remove the battery cartridge. The equip -ment unattended with the engine running may be used by unau -thorized person and cause serious accident.21. Before cutting, pull the throttle lever fully to achieve the maxi -mum speed.22. Follow the instruction manual of the power unit for proper use ofthe control lever and switch.23. During or after operation, do not put the hot equipment onto drygrass or combustible materials.Transport1. Before transporting the equipment, switch off the motor andremove the spark plug cap or battery cartridge. Always fit theblade cover during transportation.2. When carrying the equipment, carry it in a horizontal position byholding the shaft. Keep the hot muffler away from your body.3. When transporting the equipment in a vehicle, properly secureit to avoid turnover. Otherwise fuel spillage and damage to theequipment and other baggage may result.Maintenance1. Before doing any maintenance or repair work or cleaning theequipment, always switch off the motor and remove the sparkplug cap or the battery cartridge. Wait until the motor gets cold.2. To reduce the risk of fire, never service the equipment in thevicinity of fire.3. Always wear protective gloves when handling the blades.4. Always clean dust and dirt off the equipment. Never use gas -oline, benzine, thinner, alcohol or the like for the purpose.Discoloration, deformation or cracks of the plastic componentsmay result.5. After each use, tighten all screws and nuts, except for the carbu -retor adjustment screws.6. Keep the cutting tool sharp. If the cutting blades have becomeblunt and cutting performance is poor, ask our authorized servicecenter to sharpen the blades.7. Never repair bent or broken blades by straightening or welding.It may cause parts of the blades to come off and result in seriousinjury. Contact our authorized service center for Makita genuineblades to replace them.8. Do not attempt any maintenance or repair not described in thisbooklet or the instruction manual of the power unit. Ask ourauthorized service center for such work.9. Always use Makita genuine spare parts and accessories only.Using parts or accessories supplied by a third party may resultin the equipment breakdown, property damage and/or seriousinjury.10. Request our authorized service center to inspect and maintainthe ground trimmer at regular interval.Storage1. Before storing the equipment, perform full cleaning and mainte -nance. Fit the blade cover.2. Store the equipment in a dry and high or locked location out ofreach of children.3. Do not prop the equipment against something, such as a wall.Otherwise the ground trimmer may fall suddenly and cause aninjury.First aid1. Always have a first-aid kit close by. Immediately replace any itemtaken from the first aid kit.2. When asking for help, give the following information:— Place of the accident— What happened— Number of injured persons— Nature of the injury— Your namePARTS DESCRIPTION► Fig.3: 1. Blade 2. Gear case 3. Cutter unit handle 4. Angle lock5. Cap 6. Blade cover6 ENGLISH

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