STORAGE

When the machine is in storage for a long time, drain fuel from the fuel tank and carburetor, as follows: Drain all fuel from the fuel tank. Dispose of properly and in accordance with all local laws.

Remove the spark plug and a few drops of oil into the spark plug hole. Then, pull the starter gently, so that oil covers the engine inside and tighten

the spark plug.

Drain fuel

Humidity

 

 

Clear dirt or dust from the cutter blade and outside of engine, wipe them with a oil-immersed cloth and keep the machine in a place as dry as possible.

Maintenance schedule

General

Engine assembly, screws and

Visual inspection for damage and tightness

 

nuts

Check for general condition and security

 

 

 

After each refuelling

Control lever

Functional check

 

I-O switch

Functional check

 

 

 

Daily

Air filter

To be cleaned

 

Cooling air duct

To be cleaned

 

Cutting tool

Check for damage and sharpness

 

Idling speed

Inspection (cutting tool must not move)

 

 

 

Weekly

Spark plug

Inspection, replace if necessary

 

Muffler

Check and if necessary clean the opening

 

 

 

Quarterly

Suction head

To be replaced

 

Fuel tank

To be cleaned

 

 

 

Shuting down procedure

Fuel tank

Empty fuel tank

 

Carburetor

Operate until engine runs out of fuel

 

 

 

Fault location

Fault

Engine not starting or with difficulty

Warm start problems

Engine starts but dies

Insufficient performance

System

Observation

Cause

 

 

 

Ignition system

Ignition spark O.K.

Fault in fuel supply or compression system, mechanical

 

 

defect

 

No ignition spark

I-O switch operated, wiring fault or short circuit, spark

 

 

plug or connector defective, ignition module faulty

Fuel supply

Fuel tank filled

Incorrect choke position, carburetor defective, fuel supply

 

 

line bent or blocked, fuel dirty.

Compression

No compression when

Cylinder bottom gasket defective, crankshaft seals

 

pulled over

damaged, cylinder or piston rings defective or improper

 

 

sealing of spark plug

Mechanical fault

Starter not engaging

Broken starter spring, broken parts inside of the engine

 

Tank filled ignition spark

Carburetor contaminated, must be cleaned

 

existing

 

Fuel supply

Tank filled

Incorrect idling adjustment, carburetor contaminated

 

 

Fuel tank vent defective, fuel supply line interrupted,

 

 

cable or I-O switch faulty

Several systems

Engine idling poor

Air filter contaminated, carburetor contaminated, muffler

may simultaneously

 

clogged, exhaust duct in the cylinder clogged

be affected

 

 

 

 

 

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Makita RBC2500 instruction manual Storage, Maintenance schedule, Fault location

RBC2500 specifications

The Makita RBC2510 and RBC2500 are robust string trimmers designed for landscapers and homeowners seeking reliable and efficient tools for garden maintenance. Both models embody Makita's commitment to quality, performance, and user-friendly features, making them popular choices in the outdoor power equipment market.

The RBC2510 features a powerful 25cc 2-stroke engine, delivering optimal cutting performance while maintaining a low weight for better maneuverability. Its lightweight design, weighing approximately 6.4 kg (14.1 lbs) without the cutting equipment, enhances user comfort during prolonged use. The RBC2500, with a similar engine configuration, boasts a 25.4cc power plant that provides ample torque, allowing it to tackle tougher grass and weeds with ease.

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