Makita EBH340U instruction manual Starting up the brush cutter

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When using the Brush Cutter, always wear sturdy shoes

(6) with a non-slip sole. This protects against injuries and ensures a good footing.

Starting up the brush cutter

Please make sure that there are no children or other people within a working range of 15 meters (50ft), also pay attention to any animals in the working vicinity.

Before use always check that the Brush Cutter is safe for operation:

Check the security of the cutting tool, the control lever for easy action and check for proper functioning of the control lever lock.

Rotation of the cutting tool during idling speed is not allowed. Check with your dealer for adjustment if in doubt. Check for clean and dry handles and test the function of the start/stop switch.

Start the Brush Cutter only in accordance with the instructions.

Do not use any other methods for starting the engine!

Use the Brush Cutter and the tools only for such applications as specified.

Only start the Brush Cutter engine, after the entire assembly is done. Operation of the device is only permitted after all the appropriate accessories are attached!

Before starting make sure that the cutting tool has no contact with hard objects such as branches, stones etc. as the cutting tool will revolve when starting.

The engine is to be switched off immediately in case of any engine problems.

Should the cutting tool hit stones or other hard objects, immediately switch off the engine and inspect the cutting tool.

Inspect the cutting tool at short regular intervals for damage (detection of hairline cracks by means of tapping-noise test).

Operate the Brush Cutter only with the shoulder strap attached which is to be suitably adjusted before putting the Brush Cutter into operation. It is essential to adjust the shoulder strap according to the user￿s size to prevent fatigue occurring during use. Never hold the cutter with one hand during use.

– During operation always hold the B rush Cutter with both hands.

Always ensure a safe footing.

Operate the Brush Cutter in such a manner as to avoid inhalation of the exhaust gases. Never run the engine in enclosed rooms (risk of gas poisoning). Carbon monoxide is an odorless gas.

Switch off the engine when resting and when leaving the Brush Cutter unattended, and place it in a safe location to prevent danger to others or damage to the machine.

Never put the hot Brush Cutter onto dry grass or onto any combustible materials.

The cutting tool has to be equipped with it’s appropriate guard.

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￿Resting

￿Transport

￿Refuelling

￿Maintenance

￿Tool Replacement

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Contents EBH340U Assembly of engine and shaft Table of ContentsSymbols General Instructions Safety InstructionsIntended use of the machine Personal protective equipmentStarting up the brush cutter Meters RefuellingCutting Tools Method of operationKickback When asking for help, please give the following information Maintenance instructionsNever straighten or weld damaged cutting tools First AidEBH340U Technical DataDesignation of Parts Assembly of Engine and Shaft Mounting of Handle Mounting of Control Cable Connection of Switch CordMounting of Protector Mounting of cutter blade Mounting of Cutter BladeBefore Start of Operation Point 1 in Replacement of Oil Oil GaugeInspection and Refill of Engine Oil If oil adheres around this tip, refill new oilHandling of Fuel Point 2 in Replacement of Oil If oil spills outStorage Period of Fuel FuelStarting Points in Operation and HOW to StopCorrect Handling of Machine Startup after warm-up operation Stopping Adjustment of LOW-SPEED Rotation IdlingResharpening the Cutting Tool Servicing Instructions Replacement of Engine OILPoints on OIL Points in Handling Air Cleaner Element Cleaning of AIR CleanerChecking the Spark Plug Supply of Grease to Gear CaseReplacement of Fuel Pipe Cleaning of Fuel FilterCleaning of Parts Replacement of Gaskets and PackingsStorage Fault location Before After Daily Troubleshooting Immediately Stop engineRun engine at idling Set choke lever To CloseMemo Memo 885002-5