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Instructions for periodic maintenance
To ensure long life, prevent damage and ensure the full functioning of the safety features the following maintenance must be per-
formed regularly. Guarantee claims can be recognized only if this work is performed regularly and properly. Failure to perform the
prescribed maintenance work can lead to accidents!
Users of the Power Cut must not perform any maintenance work not described in this Operator’s manual. All such work must be
carried out by a MAKITA service center.
Replacing/cleaning the spark arrester screen
CAUTION:
Do not use sharp or pointed objects for screen cleaning.
Damaged or misformed screen wires may result.
The spark arrester screen should be checked and cleaned
regularly.
Let cool the engine down for sure!
Unscrew and remove screw (
1
). Remove the spark
arrester screen (
2
).
Cleaning or replacing the spark arrester screen.
Reassembly the spark arrester screen and tighten the screw.
1
2
General
Entire Power Cut
Clean exterior, check for damage. In case of damage,
have repaired by a qualified service center immediately
Cutting disc
Inspect regularly for damage and wear.
8
Clutch
Have inspected at a service center.
Protection hood
Clean
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Before each start
Cutting disc
Inspect for damage and make sure the cutting wheel is
8
right for the job
Protective hood
Adjust position
18
Combination switch,
Functional check
Safety locking button,
Functional check
Throttle lever
Functional check
18
Tank cap
Check for tightness
Every day
Idle speed
Check (cutting disc must not turn on idle)
19
Every week
Starter housing
Clean to ensure proper air cooling
14
Starter cable
Check for damage
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V-belt
Inspect for damage and wear
20
Spark plug
Check and replace if necessary
22
Muffler
Check tightness of mounting
14
Spark arrester screen
Clean or replace if necessary
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Screws and nuts
Check their condition and that they are firmly secured.
Monthly
Air filter insert
Check the air filter insert, clean as needed,
replace after 500 operating hours
21
Every 3 months
Suction head
Replace
22
Fuel tank
Clean
Annually
Entire Power Cut
Check at an authorized service center
Storage
Entire Power Cut
Clean exterior, check for damage. In case of damage,
have repaired by a qualified service center immediately
Cutting disc
Remove and clean
15
Fuel tank
Empty and clean
Carburetor
Run empty
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