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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 disassemble the machine. Instead, ask Makita Authorized Service Centers, always using Makita
replacement parts for repairs.
State of abnormality
Probable cause (malfunction)
Remedy
Machine does not start.
Battery cartridge is not installed.
Install charged battery cartridge.
Battery problem (under voltage)
Recharge the battery cartridge. If recharging is not
effective, replace battery cartridge.
Motor stops running after a little use.
Battery's charge level is low.
Recharge the battery cartridge. If recharging is not
effective, replace battery cartridge.
Working depth is too deep.
Set the working depth shallower.
Cut grass is clogged in the machine.
Remove the clogged grass from the machine.
Motor does not reach maximum
RPM.
Battery cartridge is installed improperly. Install the battery cartridge as described in this
manual.
Battery power is dropping.
Recharge the battery cartridge. If recharging is not
effective, replace battery cartridge.
The drive system does not work
correctly.
Ask your local authorized service center for repair.
Scarifier blades do not rotate:
stop the machine immediately!
Foreign object such as branch is stuck
in the scarifier blades.
Remove the foreign object.
The drive system does not work
correctly.
Ask your local authorized service center for repair.
Abnormal vibration:
stop the machine immediately!
Scarifier blades are imbalanced, exces
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sively or unevenly worn.
Replace the scarifier blades.
OPTIONAL
ACCESSORIES
CAUTION:
These accessories or attachments
are recommended for use with your Makita
machine specified in this manual.
The use of any
other accessories or attachments might present a risk
of injury to persons. Only use accessory or attach
-
ment for its stated purpose.
If you need any assistance for more details regard
-
ing these accessories, ask your local Makita Service
Center.
•
Scarifier blades
•
Makita genuine battery and charger
NOTE:
Some items in the list may be included in the
product package as standard accessories. They may
differ from country to country.
MAKITA LIMITED WARRANTY
Please refer to the annexed warranty sheet for the
most current warranty terms applicable to this product.
If annexed warranty sheet is not available, refer to the
warranty details set forth at below website for your
respective country.
United States of America: www.makitatools.com
Canada: www.makita.ca
Other countries: www.makita.com
