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Page 1: ...f injury user must read and understand the instruction manual before using the Hedge Trimmer Manufacturer reserves the right to change specifications without notice Specifications may differ from country to country Do only hand over the Hedge Trimmer together with this manual ...

Page 2: ...in the instruction manual before operation Table of Contents Page Symbols 2 Safety instructions 3 6 Specification 6 Name of major parts 7 Fuels Refuelling 8 9 Precautions before starting 9 10 Starting the machine 10 Stopping the machine 10 Operation of the machine 11 Maintenance instuctions 12 14 Storage 15 Maintenance schedule 15 Fault location 15 SYMBOLS It is very important to understand the fo...

Page 3: ... Never use the Hedge Trimmer after consumption of alcohol or drugs or if feeling tired or ill 2 Intended use of the machine The Hedge Trimmer is only designed for the purpose of trimming bushes and hedges and must not be used for any other purpose Do Not abuse the Trimmer Personal protective equipment The blade cover must be fitted when transporting the machine The clothing worn should be function...

Page 4: ...mmer unattended Place it in a safe location to prevent danger to others setting fire to combustible materials or damage to the machine Never lay down the hot Hedge Trimmer onto dry grass or onto any combustible materials Never operate the engine with a faulty exhaust muffler Stop the engine during transport 7 Secure the tool properly before transporting in vehicle to avoid fuel leakage When transp...

Page 5: ...ing and loss of control do not walk backward while operating the machine Maintenance instructions Always stop the engine before cleaning or servicing the unit or replacing parts MAINTAIN TOOL WITH CARE Keep cutting edges sharp and clean for best and safest performance Follow instructions for lubricating and proper maintenance Be kind to the environment Operate the Hedge Trimmer with as little nois...

Page 6: ...blade speed mls Idling speed llmin Packaging The MAKITA Hedge Trimmer is delivered in a protective cardboard 4 4 4 5 0 4 20 0 450 620 0 61 1 8 3 000 box to prevent shipping damage Cardboard is a basic raw material and is therefore consequently reusable or suitable for recycling waste paper recycling Clutch engagement speed llmin SPECIFICATION 4 000 Carburetor type type WALBRO WYL Ignition system t...

Page 7: ...PARTS NAME OF MAJOR PARTS EH450 NAME OF MAJOR PARTS EH620 1 2 3 4 5 6 Blade 7 Throttle lever Front handle 8 Rear handle Recoil starter 9 Muffler Fuel tank cap 10 Gearbox Carburetor 11 Blade cover STOP Switch ON OFF 7 ...

Page 8: ...rotect the environment In addition a long service life and a reliable operation with a minumum emission of exhaust gases i s guaranteed It i s absolutely essential to observe a mixture ratio of 50 l MAKITA 2 stroke engine oil otherwise the reliable function o f the Hedge Trimmer cannot be guaranteed 2 6 OZ 6 4OZ The correct mixture ratio Mix 50 parts gasoline with 1 part MAKITA 2 stroke engine oil...

Page 9: ...t the Hedge Trimmer is safe for operation Check the cutting device is not damaged the control lever for easy action and check for proper function of the STOP switch Rotation of the cutting device during idling speed i s not allowed Check with your dealer for adjustment if in doubt Check for clean and dry handles and test function of the STOP switch Start the Hedge Trimmer only in accordance with t...

Page 10: ...he engine could pull you off balance or swing the cutting blade into an obstruction or your body 8 Slowly pull the starter grip until resistance i s felt and continue with smart pull until initial ignition are heard 9 Depress the choke lever 3 to the position I I and pull the starter rope again until the engine starts 10 As soon as the engine starts immidiately tap and release the throttle thus re...

Page 11: ...s and fingers encircling the handles When you release the throttle it takes a few moments before the cutting blades stop The Hedge Trimmer must not be used for cutting with fast idle The cutting speed cannot be adjusted with the throttle control in fast idle position When cutting a hedge the machine should be held so that the blades form a 15 30 angle with the cutting line If the Hedge Trimmer is ...

Page 12: ...edge ground too much at a time or ground many times will lose its hardened layer It becomes rounded and dull very quickly in use Blade adjustment The blades will wear with long use When you find that trimming i s not as good as when the blades were new adjust them as follows 1 Turn nut Q loose 2 Screw Q in with the driver lightlytill it stops turning and then screw it back one quarter to a half tu...

Page 13: ...leaner cover NOTE If there is excessive dust or dirt adhering to the air cleaner clean it every day A clogged air cleaner may make it difficult or impossible to start the engine or increase the engine rotation speed which could cause damage Checking the spark plug Every 8 hours Daily Only use the supplied universal wrench to remove or to install the spark plug The gap between the two electrodes of...

Page 14: ...ce fuel lines Every 200 hours yearly Overhaul engine Every 200 hours yearly Replace packings and gaskets with new ones Every time engine is reassembled Any maintenance or adjustment work that has not been included and described in this manual i sonly to be performed by Authorized Service Agent Daily checkup and maintenance To ensure a long service life and to avoid any damage to the equipment the ...

Page 15: ...ews and nuts Incorrect choke position carburetor defective suction head gas line filter dirty fuel supply line bent or interrupted Cylinder bottom gasket defective crankshaft seals damaged cvlinder or Diston rinas defective Warm start problems Engine starts but dies immediately Functional check Functional check Functional check Mechanical Starter not engaging fault Broken starter spring broken par...

Page 16: ...ntengines are warranted fortwo years I f any emission relatedpart on your engine is defective the part will be repaired or replaced by Makita U S A Inc OWNER S WARRANTY RESPONSIBILITIES As the utilityand lawnand garden equipment engine owner you are responsible for the performance of the required maintenance listed in your owner s manual Makita U S A Inc recommends that you retain all receipts cov...

Page 17: ...the work i s performed at an authorized warranty station There will also be no charge for any diagnostic labor performed at an authorized warranty station which leads to the determination that a warranted emission related part i s defective Any warranted part which i s not scheduled for replacement as required maintenance or which i s scheduled only for regular inspection to the effect of repair o...

Page 18: ...duled inspection and maintenance services performed at the intervals specified in the 1995 and later Owner s Manual and to retain records of these services as having been performed These records should be transferred to each subsequent owner of the engine Makita U S A Inc cannot deny a claim solely because there are no records of scheduled maintenance however a warranty claim may be denied if the ...

Page 19: ...e appropriate location where the required warranty services are to be performed A list o f the Factory Service Center locations and phone numbers are provided belowfor your convenience 14930 Northam Street L a Mirada CA 90638 5753 41850 Christy Street Fremont CA 94538 5107 714 522 8088 510 657 9881 1421N Clovis Ave Ste 112 Fresno CA 93727 7674 Clairemont Mesa Blvd San Diego CA 92111 209 252 5166 6...

Page 20: ...d by MAKITA will at no cost to you make the necessary diagnosis repair or replacement necessary to ensure that the engine complies with applicable U S EPA regulations EMISSION COMPONENT DEFECT WARRANTY PERIOD The warranty period for this engine begins on the date of sale to the initial purchaser and continues for a period of 2 years PARTS COVERED Listed below are the parts covered by the Emission ...

Page 21: ...ngine of equipment etc Diagnosis and inspection charges that do not result in warranty eligibleservice being performed Any non authorizedreplacement part or malfunction of authorized parts due to use of non authorizedparts OWNER SWARRANTY RESPONSIBILIT1ES As the engine owner you are responsible for the performance of the required mainfenance listed in your owner smanual MAKITA recommends that you ...

Page 22: ...TORY SERVICE CENTER OR SERVICE CENTER AUTHORIZED BY MAKITA THE USE OF PARTS THAT ARE NOT EQUIVALENT IN PERFORMANCE AND DURABILITY TO AUTHORIZED PARTS MAY IMPAIR THE EFFECTIVENESS OF THE EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM AND MAY HAVE A BEARING ON THE OUTCOME OF WARRANTY CLAIM If other than the parts authorized by MAKITA are used for maintenance replacements or for the repair of components affecting emission ...

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Page 24: ...e Exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the state of California to cause cancer birth defects or other Areproductive harm Makita Corporation 3 11 8 Sumiyoshi cho Anjo Aichi 446 8502 Japan 5199501700 99 5 ...

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