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1.
Wire guard
NOTE:
Do not expand the wire guard outward too
much. Otherwise it may break.
When wire guard is not in use, lift it for the idle position.
Installing nylon cutting head
Optional accessory
CAUTION:
If the nylon cutting head acciden-
tally impacts a rock or hard object during oper-
ation, stop the tool and inspect for any damage.
If the nylon cutting head is damaged, replace it
immediately.
Use of a damaged cutting tool could
result in serious personal injury.
CAUTION:
Make sure to remove the hex
wrench after installation.
NOTICE:
Be sure to use genuine Makita nylon
cutting head.
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1.
Nylon cutting head
2.
Metal guard
3.
Spindle
4.
Hex wrench
1.
Turn the tool upside down so that you can replace
the cutting tool easily.
2.
Insert the hex wrench through the hole on the
motor housing and rotate the spindle until the spindle is
locked.
3.
Place the nylon cutting head onto the
threaded spindle directly and tighten it by turning it
counterclockwise.
4.
Remove the hex wrench.
To remove the nylon cutting head, turn it clockwise
while holding the receive washer with the hex wrench.
Adjusting the handle/hanger
position
Adjust the handle and hanger position to obtain confort
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able handling of the tool.
Loosen the hex socket head bolts on the handle. Move
the handle to a comfortable working position and then
tighten the bolts.
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1.
Hex socket head bolt
2.
Handle
Loosen the hex socket head bolt on the hanger. Move
the hanger to a comfortable working position and then
tighten the bolt.
