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TROUBLESHOOTING
Before asking for repairs, conduct your own inspection first. If you find a problem that is not explained in the manual,
do not attempt to dismantle the tool. Instead, ask Makita Authorized Service Centers, always using Makita replace
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ment parts for repairs.
State of abnormality
Probable cause (malfunction)
Remedy
Motor does not run.
Battery cartridge is not installed.
Install the battery cartridge.
Battery problem (under voltage)
Recharge the battery. If recharging is not effective,
replace battery.
The drive system does not work
correctly.
Ask your local authorized service center for repair.
Motor stops running after a little use. Rotation is in reverse.
Change the direction of rotation with the reversing
switch.
Battery's charge level is low.
Recharge the battery. If recharging is not effective,
replace battery.
Overheating.
Stop using of tool to allow it to cool down.
It does not reach maximum RPM.
Battery is installed improperly.
Install the battery cartridge as described in this
manual.
Battery power is dropping.
Recharge the battery. If recharging is not effective,
replace battery.
The drive system does not work
correctly.
Ask your local authorized service center for repair.
OPTIONAL
ACCESSORIES
CAUTION:
These accessories or attachments
are recommended for use with your Makita tool
specified in this manual.
The use of any other
accessories or attachments might present a risk of
injury to persons. Only use accessory or attachment
for its stated purpose.
If you need any assistance for more details regard
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ing these accessories, ask your local Makita Service
Center.
Refer to "Approved attachment" section for the applica
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ble models for this tool.
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Edger attachment
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String trimmer attachment
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Pole saw attachment
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Coffee harvester attachment
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Cultivator attachment
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Shaft extension attachment
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Makita genuine battery and charger
NOTE:
Some items in the list may be included in the
tool package as standard accessories. They may
differ from country to country.
MAKITA LIMITED ONE YEAR
WARRANTY
Warranty Policy
Every Makita tool is thoroughly inspected and tested before
leaving the factory. It is warranted to be free of defects from
workmanship and materials for the period of ONE YEAR
from the date of original purchase. Should any trouble
develop during this one year period, return the COMPLETE
tool, freight prepaid, to one of Makita’s Factory or Authorized
Service Centers. If inspection shows the trouble is caused
by defective workmanship or material, Makita will repair (or
at our option, replace) without charge.
This Warranty does not apply where:
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repairs have been made or attempted by others:
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repairs are required because of normal wear and tear:
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the tool has been abused, misused or improperly
maintained:
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alterations have been made to the tool.
IN NO EVENT SHALL MAKITA BE LIABLE FOR ANY
INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL
DAMAGES FROM THE SALE OR USE OF THE
PRODUCT. THIS DISCLAIMER APPLIES BOTH
DURING AND AFTER THE TERM OF THIS WARRANTY.
MAKITA DISCLAIMS LIABILITY FOR ANY IMPLIED
WARRANTIES, INCLUDING IMPLIED WARRANTIES
OF "MERCHANTABILITY" AND "FITNESS FOR A
SPECIFIC PURPOSE," AFTER THE ONE YEAR TERM
OF THIS WARRANTY.
This Warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you
may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation
of incidental or consequential damages, so the above
limitation or exclusion may not apply to you. Some states
do not allow limitation on how long an implied warranty
lasts, so the above limitation may not apply to you.
