Thank you very much for selecting the MAKITA brushcutter. We are pleased to beable to offer you the MAKITA brushcutter which is the result of a long developmentprogramme and many years of knowledge and experience.Please read, understand and follow this booklet which refers in detail to the variouspoints that will demonstrate its outstanding performance. This will assist you toobtain the best possible result from your MAKITA brushcutter.Table of Contents PageSymbols .........................................................................2Safety instructions .........................................................3Technical data ...............................................................7Designation of parts.......................................................8Assembly of engine and shaft .......................................9Mounting of handle ........................................................9Mounting of protector...................................................10Mounting of cutter blade or nylon cutting head............12Fuels/refuelling ............................................................13Correct handling of machine........................................14Putting into operation...................................................15Resharpening the cutting tool ......................................16Maintenance schedule.................................................20Storage ........................................................................21You will note the following symbols when reading the instruction manual.Read instruction manual and follow thewarnings and safety precautions!Keep the area of operation clear of allpersons and petsTake particular care and attention Wear protective helmet, eye and earprotectionForbidden Top permissible tool speedKeep distance Fuel and oil mixtureFlying object hazard Engine-Manual startNo smoking Emergency stopNo open flame First AidProtective gloves must be worn ON/STARTWear sturdy boots with non-slipsoles. Steel toed safety boots arerecommended.OFF/STOPKickbackSYMBOLSEnglish (Original instructions)2