2Thank you very much for purchasing the MAKITA Brush Cutter. We arepleased to recommend to you the MAKITA Brush Cutter which is the resultof a long development programme and many years of knowledge andexperience.Please read this booklet which refers in detail to the various points that willdemonstrate its outstanding performance. This will assist you to obtainthe best possible result from your MAKITA Brush Cutter.Table of Contents PageSymbols............................................................................. 2Safety instructions .......................................................... 3-6Technical data ................................................................... 7Designation of parts ........................................................... 8Mounting of handle ............................................................ 9Assembly of throttle wire and ignition wire ....................... 10Mounting of protector ....................................................... 11Mounting of cutter blade or nylon cutting head................. 12Fuels/Refuelling ............................................................... 13Correct handling of machine ............................................ 14Putting into operation .................................................. 14-15Idle adjustment ................................................................ 15Resharpening the cutting tool .......................................... 16Nylon cutting head ........................................................... 16Servicing instructions .................................................. 17-18Storage ............................................................................ 19SYMBOLSYou will note the following symbols when reading the instruction manual.Read instruction Manual Wear protective helmet, eye and earprotectionWARNING / DANGER / CAUTION Top permissible tool speedForbidden Fuel and oil mixtureKeep distance Engine-Manual startFlying object hazard Emergency stopNo smoking First AidNo open flame RecyclingProtective gloves must be worn ON/STARTKickback OFF/STOPKeep the area of operation clear of allpersons and pets CE markEnglish