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TROUBLESHOOTING
Before asking for repairs, conduct your own inspection first. If you find a problem that is not explained in the manual,
do not attempt to dismantle the tool. Instead, ask Makita Authorized Service Centers, always using Makita replace-
ment parts for repairs.
State of abnormality
Probable cause (malfunction)
Remedy
Motor does not run.
Battery cartridge is not installed.
Install the battery cartridge.
Battery problem (under voltage)
Recharge the battery. If recharging is not effective,
replace battery.
The drive system does not work
correctly.
Ask your local authorized service center for repair.
Motor stops running after a little use. Battery's charge level is low.
Recharge the battery. If recharging is not effective,
replace battery.
Overheating.
Stop using of tool to allow it to cool down.
It does not reach maximum RPM.
Battery is installed improperly.
Install the battery cartridge as described in this
manual.
Battery power is dropping.
Recharge the battery. If recharging is not effective,
replace battery.
The drive system does not work
correctly.
Ask your local authorized service center for repair.
Cutting tool does not rotate:
stop the machine immediately!
Foreign object such as a branch is
jammed between the protector and the
cutting tool.
Remove the foreign object.
The drive system does not work
correctly.
Ask your local authorized service center for repair.
Abnormal vibration:
stop the machine immediately!
One end of the nylon cord has been
broken.
Tap the nylon cutting head against the ground while
it is rotating to cause the cord to feed.
Plastic blade(s) is broken.
Replace broken plastic blade(s) with new one(s).
The drive system does not work
correctly.
Ask your local authorized service center for repair.
Cutting tool and motor cannot stop:
Remove the battery immediately!
Electric or electronic malfunction.
Remove the battery and ask your local authorized
service center for repair.
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
WARNING:
Do not mount a metal blade on
this tool and only use the recommended accesso-
ries or attachments indicated in this manual.
The
use of a metal blade or any other accessory or attach-
ment may result in serious personal injury.
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 regard-
ing these accessories, ask your local Makita Service
Center.
•
Nylon cutting head
•
Nylon cord (cutting line)
•
Plastic blade
•
Makita genuine battery and charger
NOTE:
Some items in the list may be included in the
tool package as standard accessories. They may
differ from country to country.
