Makita EM2500L, Instruction Manual

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Run the engine for approximately one minute at a moderate speed before applying full throttle. –
Note: – If the starter handle is pulled repeatedly when the choke lever remains at “ ” position, the engine will not start easily due to excessive
fuel intake.
– In case of excessive fuel intake, remove the spark plug and pull the starter handle slowly to remove excess fuel. Also, dry the electrode
section of the spark plug.
Caution during operation:
If the throttle lever is opened fully in a no-load operation, the engine rotation is increased to 10,000 min -1 or more. Never operate the engine at a
higher speed than required and at an approximate speed of 6,000 – 8,000 min
-1
.
Starting the warm engine
Same as above, except without moving the choke lever (choke lever remains in the position “ – ”).
STOPPING
Release the throttle lever (2) fully, and when the engine rpm has lowered, –
push the Start-Stop Switch (1) to “STOP” position to stop the engine.
Be aware that the cutting head may not stop immediately, and always allow it
–
to slow down and stop fully by itself.
(1)
(2)
STOP
CAUTION: The cutting tools mentioned below must only be resharpened by an
authorized facility. Manual resharpening will result in imbalances of
the cutting tool causing vibrations and damage to the equipment.
cutter blade (star blade (4 teeth)) –
An expert resharpening and balancing service is provided by Authorized
Service Center.
NOTE: To increase the service life of the cutter blade (star blade) it may be
turned over once, until both cutting edges have become blunt.
RESHARPENING THE CUTTING TOOL