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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
performed 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!
General
Engine assembly
Visual inspection for damage, loose attachment
and fuel tank sealing
After each refuelling
Throttle lever
Functional check
Safety lock button
Functional check
STOP-switch
Functional check
Daily
Air filter
Clean
Cutting tool
Check for damage and sharpness
Idle speed
Check (cutting tool must not move)
Weekly
Spark plug
Inspection, replace if necessary
Muffler
Clean and tighten bolts
Quarterly
Suction head
Replace
Fuel tank
Clean
Shutting down
Fuel tank
Empty
procedure
Carburetor
Run empty
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Service, spare parts and guarantee
Maintenance and repair
The maintenance and repair modern brushcutters and safety-related components and assemblies requires qualified 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.
Please contact your nearest service centre (list enclosed).
Spare parts
Reliable long-term operation, as well as the safety of your brushcutter, depend among other things on the quality of the spare parts
used. Use only original MAKITA parts, marked
Only original spare parts and accessories guarantee the highest quality in material, dimensions, functioning and safety.
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.