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Cutting the grass near a tree, concrete block,
brick or garden stone
Fig.22
Hold the trimmer tilting at a level so that it does not
contact the ground surface and cut the grass using the
Nylon cord tip like knocking the ground. In this work,
smooth feeding out is needed because the Nylon cord
wears more quickly than usual.
NOTE:
•
Getting the trimmer too close to a tree, concrete
block, brick or garden stone or the like during
performing the edging work or such similar cutting
work may cause the Nylon cord to be cut off halfway
inside the spool cover. At this time, take the spool
out of the spool cover and then set the Nylon cord
again properly by referring to the section titled
"Installing or removing the Nylon cutting head" and
"Winding a new Nylon cord on the spool". Using the
tip of the Nylon cord during operation brings the best
result of operation and therefore it is recommended
to keep the tool more than 5 cm away from the tree,
concrete block, brick or garden stone or the like.
Start the trimmer before getting close to the grass to be
cut.
Cut the grass using the Nylon cord tip by moving the
trimmer from right to left and proceed slowly, keeping the
trimmer tilted at the angle of about 30
ﾟ
in relation to the
ground surface.
When cutting high grass, cut in layers always beginning
from the top with each cut length short.
Using the tool as an edger
Fig.23
Using the tool as an edger allows the operator to cut
along the edge of the concrete block, brick and the like.
Fig.24
For using the tool as an edger, hold the shaft of the
trimmer with one hand and turn the grip counter clockwise
to loosen the shaft. Rotate the shaft with the motor
housing 180
ﾟ
and tighten the grip clockwise until it locks.
NOTE:
•
Before rotating the shaft, it needs to be fully
shortened or extended.
•
After changing to the edger position, make sure
that the motor housing and shaft are locked.
Fig.25
To obtain a good result of finish cutting, move parallel to
the edge you are going to perform an edging work.
Cutting the grass in a tight place or on a slope
WARNING:
•
When cutting the grass on a slope, be careful of
stones, grass and other foreign objects thrown
from the cutting head area.
•
When cutting the grass on a slope, make sure that
you always keep a good and stable footing.
Fig.26
To ease the work in a tight place which restricts the
height, such as cutting the grass under an outdoor wood
deck and similars, push the lock button and then bend
down the cutting head so that the shaft is parallel to the
ground surface. Adjusting the cutting head angle
properly in this way helps you cut the grass on a slope
MAINTENANCE
WARNING:
•
Always be sure that the tool is switched off and
battery cartridge is removed before attempting
to perform inspection or maintenance on the
tool.
Failure to switch off and remove the battery
cartridge may result in serious personal injury from
accidental start-up.
NOTICE:
Never use gasoline, benzine, thinner, alcohol or
the like. Discoloration, deformation or cracks may
result.
To maintain product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs,
any other maintenance or adjustment should be
performed by Makita Authorized Service Centers,
always using Makita replacement parts.
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
CAUTION:
•
These accessories or attachments are
recommended for use with your Makita tool
specified in this manual. The use of any other
accessories or attachments might present a risk of
injury to persons. Only use accessory or attachment
for its stated purpose.
If you need any assistance for more details regarding
these accessories, ask your local Makita Service Center.
•
Nylon cutting head
•
Nylon cords
•
Shoulder strap
•
Goggles
•
Various type of Makita genuine batteries and
chargers
NOTE:
•
Some items in the list may be included in the tool
package as standard accessories. They may differ
from country to country.
