► Fig.12Gear case:CAUTION: Do not apply grease when the gear case is hot.Hot gear case can cause burn injury.Apply grease every 25 working hours.1. The grease hole locates under the bolt. Remove the bolt to lubricate.2. Add approx. 3 g (4 cc) of lubricant to the point A of the gearbox and 5 g(7 cc) of the lubricant to the point B respectively via the grease hole.3. Return the bolt after lubrication.► Fig.13: 1. Grease holeNOTE: After filling correct amount of grease, grease will come out abit from the base of the blade during the first operation.Drive axle:Apply grease every 25 working hours.► Fig.14Overall inspection• Tighten loose bolts, nuts and screws.• Check for damaged parts and blades. Ask our authorized servicecenter to replace them if necessary.StorageWARNING: Follow the warnings and precautions in thechapter “IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS” and theinstruction manual of the power unit.When storing the attachment, always remove it from the power unit.1. Turn the lock lever to the direction in the figure and pull out theattachment while pressing the release button.► Fig.15: 1. Lock lever 2. Release button 3. Attachment2. Attach the blade cover. Hold the cutter unit handle and fold theblade as shown while pulling the angle lock.► Fig.16: 1. Angle lock 2. Cutter unit handle3. Attach the cap onto the end of the shaft.► Fig.17MAINTENANCE INTERVAL- Before operation Daily (10h) 25 h If requiredWhole unit Visually inspect for dam -aged parts- - -All fixing screws and nuts Tighten - - -Blades Inspect for damage, crackand dull edge- - -Adjust the clearance - - -Gear case Supply grease - - -Drive axle Supply grease - - -Power unit Refer to the instruction manual of the power unitTROUBLE SHOOTINGState of abnormality Probable cause (malfunction) RemedyThe motor does not start. Refer to the instruction manual of the power unit. Refer to the instruction manual of the power unit.The motor stops soon after its start. Refer to the instruction manual of the power unit. Refer to the instruction manual of the power unit.The maximum speed is limited. Refer to the instruction manual of the power unit. Refer to the instruction manual of the power unit.The blades do not move.Stop the motor immediately!Inappropriate angle of cutter unit. Make sure the angle lock engages properly.The blades do not move.Stop the motor immediately!A twig is caught by the blades. Remove the foreign matter.The blades do not move.Stop the motor immediately!The drive system does not work properly. Ask our authorized service center to inspect and repair it.The unit vibrates abnormally.Stop the motor immediately!The drive system does not work properly. Ask our authorized service center to inspect and repair it.The blades do not stop.Stop the motor immediately!The power unit does not work properly. Refer to the instruction manual of the power unit.OPTIONAL ACCESSORIESCAUTION: These accessories or attachments are recom-mended for use with your Makita tool specified in this manual.The use of any other accessories or attachments might present arisk of injury to persons. Only use accessory or attachment for itsstated purpose.If you need any assistance for more details regarding these accesso-ries, ask your local Makita Service Center.• Blade set• Grease setNOTE: Some items in the list may be included in the tool packageas standard accessories. They may differ from country to country.8 ENGLISH