Thank you very much for purchasing your MAKITA STRING TRIMMER ’BRUSH CUTTER We are prclud of
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and very confidentin recommending our MAKITA STRING TRIMMER / BRUSH CUTTER as d result of our extensive development and substantial knowledge and experience
Please read and understand this booklet thoroughly before operating yoiii MAKITA STRING TRIMMER BRUSH CUTTER In order to take advantage of its outstaridincj
SAFETY RULES AND PRECAUTIONS
Proper >afety precautions must be observed Like all power quiprnent this unit must be handled carefully DO NOT EXPOSE YOURSELF OR OTHERS TO DANGER Follow these general rules Do not perniit others to use this machine unless they are thoroughly responsible and have read and understood the machine manual 2nd are trained in its operation
1Always weal safety goggles for eye protection conforming to the ANSI 287 1 Safety Standard Dress aopropriarely do not wear loose clothing or jewelry that could become caught in moving parts of the unit Safe, siurdy nonskid footwear should always be worn Long hair should be tied back It is recommended that legs and feet be covered to protect them from flying debris during operation
2Inspect the entire machine for loose parts (nuts, bolts screws etc ) and any damage Repair or replace as necessary before using the machine
3DO NOT U S E any attachment with this power head other than one recommended by MAKITA Serious iqurv to the user or bystanders or damage to the engi~ecould result
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1Keep the handles free of oil and fuel
5Always use the proper handle and shoulder strap when cutting G Do not s m o e while mixing fuel or filling tank
7 Do not mix fuel in an enclosed room or near open flames Assure adequate ventilation
8 Ai??iaysmix and store the fuel in a properly marked coitainer ‘hat is approved by local codes and crdinances for such usage
‘J V s v e r remove the fuel tank cap while the engine is riirriir’cj
3kever start or run the engine inside a closed room
11 Never attempt to make engine adjustments while the uzii is running and strapped to the operator Always make engine adjustments with the unit resting on a flat clear surface
12Do not use the unit if it is damaged or poorly adjusted Never remove the machine’sguard
13Inspect the area to be cut and remove all debris that could become entangled in the nylon cutting headicutter blade. Also remove any objects that the unit may throw during cutting.
14. Keep children away. Onlookers should be kept at a safe distance from the work area, at least 50 ft.( 15m)
15.Never leave the machine unattended.
16.Do not use this unit for any jobs other than those for which it is intended as described in the manual.
17.Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. Do not run the unit while standing on a ladder or any other unstable footing location.
18.Keep hands and feet away from the nylon cutting headcutter blade while the unit is in use.
19Do not use this type of machine for sweeping away debris
20Do not use the unit when you are tired or under the influence of medication, drugs or alcohol
21Do not use a damaged cutting head /cutter blade If a stone or any other obstacle is hit, stop t h e engine and check thenylon cutting head /cutter blade A broken or unbalanced nylon cutting headkutter blade must never be used. Follow instructions for changing accessories
22Do not store in a closed area where fuel vapors can reach an open flame from hot water heaters, furnaces, etc. Store in a locked, well ventilated area only
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