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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 Instruction Manual. All such work must be
carried out by a MAKITA service centre.
Service, spare parts and guarantee
Maintenance and repair
The maintenance and repair of modern cutoff saws and their safety-related components requires quali
Þ
ed technical training and a
workshop equipped with special tools and testing devices.
We therefore recommend that you consult a MAKITA service centre for all work not described in this instruction manual.
The MAKITA service centres have all the necessary equipment and skilled and experienced personnel, who can work out cost-effective
solutions and advise you in all matters.
To
Þ
nd your local distributor, please visit www.makita-outdoor.com
Spare parts
Reliable long-term operation, as well as the safety of your Power Cut, depend among other things on the quality of the spare parts
used. Use only original MAKITA parts, marked
Only original parts are from the same production line as the original unit and therefore ensure the highest possible quality of materi-
als, dimensions, functioning and safety.
Only original spare parts and accessories guarantee the highest quality in material, dimensions and function.
Original spare parts and accessories can be obtained from your local dealer. He will also have the spare part lists to determine the
required spare part numbers, and will be constantly informed about the latest improvements and spare part innovations.
Please bear in mind that if parts other than original MAKITA spare parts are used, this will automatically invalidate the MAKITA
product guarantee.
We will furthermore not accept any liability damages arising from the use of non-MAKITA spare parts.
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General
Entire Power Cut
Clean exterior, check for damage. In case of damage,
have repaired by a quali
Þ
ed service centre immediately
Cutting disc
Inspect regularly for damage and wear.
6
Clutch
Have inspected at a service center.
Protection hood
Clean, Check position (impact plate)
16
Before each start
Cutting disc
Inspect for damage and make sure the cutting wheel is
6
right for the job
V-belt
Check V-belt tension
14
Protective hood
Adjust position
Combination switch,
Functional check
Safety locking button,
Functional check
Throttle lever
Functional check
17
Tank cap
Check for tightness
Every day
Air
Þ
lter
Clean (if necessary more frequently); pre-
Þ
lter (foam)
maintenance as described above under
Cleaning /
changing the air
Þ
lter
20-21
Idle speed
Check (cutting disc must not turn on idle)
18
Every week
Starter housing
Clean to ensure proper air cooling
12
Starter cable
Check for damage
23
V-belt
Check V-belt tension, inspect for damage and wear
14, 19
Air
Þ
lter insert
Clean, replace after 100 operating hours
21
Spark plug
Check and replace if necessary
22
Muf
ß
er
Check tightness of mounting
12
Spark arrester screen
Clen and replace if necessary
26
Screws and nuts
Check their condition and that they are
Þ
rmly secured.
Every 3 months
Suction
head
Replace
22
Fuel
tank
Clean
Annually
Entire Power Cut
Check at an authorized service centre
Storage
Entire Power Cut
Clean exterior, check for damage. In case of damage,
have repaired by a quali
Þ
ed service centre immediately
Cutting disc
Remove and clean
13
Fuel tank
Empty and clean
Carburetor
Run
empty
