Makita EBH340R, Instruction Manual

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Start the brush cutter only in accordance with the instructions.

Do not use any other methods for starting the engine!

– Use the brush cutter and the tools supplied only for applications

specified.

– Start the brush cutter engine only after the entire tool has been

assembled.  Operation of the tool is permitted only after all the
appropriate accessories are attached!

– Before starting, make sure that the cutter blade will not contact

any objects such as branches, stones, etc.

– The engine is to be stopped immediately if there are any engine

problems.

– Should the cutter blade hit stones or any other objects immedi-

ately stop the engine and inspect the cutter blade.

– Inspect the cutter blade at frequent regular intervals for damage

(detect hairline cracks by means of a tapping-noise test).

– A familiar ringing sound should be heard.

– Operate the brush cutter only with the shoulder strap attached.

It should be properly adjusted before putting the brush cutter
into operation.  It is essential to adjust the shoulder strap to the
user’s size to prevent fatigue occurring during use or loss of
control of the tool.  Never hold the tool with one hand during
use.

– During operation always hold the brush cutter with both hands.

Always ensure a safe, well-balanced footing.

– Operate the brush cutter in such a manner as to avoid inhalation

of the exhaust gases.  Never run the engine in enclosed rooms
(risk of suffocation and gas poisoning).  Carbon monoxide is an
odorless gas.  Always ensure there is adequate ventilation.

– Stop the engine when resting and when leaving the brush

cutter unattended.  Place it in a sale location to prevent danger
to others, setting fire to combustible materials, or damage to the
machine.

– Never lay down the hot brush cutter onto dry grass or onto any

combustible materials.

– The cutter blade must be used with its appropriate guard.

Never run the tool without this guard!

– All protective parts and guards supplied with the machine must

be used during operation.

– Never operate the engine with a faulty exhaust muffler.

– Stop the engine during transport.

– During transport over long distances the tool protection included

with the equipment must always be used.

– Put the brush cutter in upright position and fix it during care or

truck transportation to avoid damage.

– When transporting the brush cutter, ensure that the fuel tank is

completely empty, to avoid fuel leakage.

Refuelling

– To reduce the risk of fire and bum injury, handle fuel with care it

is highly flammable, Stop the engine during refuelling, keep well
away from open flame and do not smoke.

– Avoid skin contact with petroleum products.  Do not inhale fuel

vapor.  Always wear protective gloves during refuelling.
Change and clean protective clothing at regular intervals.

– Take care not to spill either fuel or oil.  Always wipe unit dry

before starting engine.  Allow wet cloths to dry before dispos-
ing in proper, covered container to prevent spontaneous
combustion.

– Avoid any fuel contact with your clothing.  Change your clothing

immediately if fuel has spilled on it (danger hazard).

– Inspect the fuel cap at regular intervals making sure that stays

securely fastened.

– Carefully tighten the locking screw of the fuel tank.  Change

locations to start the engine (at least 10ft. or 3 meters away
from the place of refueling).

– Never refuel in closed rooms.  Fuel vapors accumulate at

ground level (risk of explosions).

– Only transport and store fuel in approved containers.  Make

sure stored fuel is not accessible to children.

– Do not attempt to refuel a hot or a running engine.

– When mixing gasoline with two-stroke engine oil, use only

gasoline which contains no ethanol or methanol (types of
alcohol).  This will help to prevent damage to fuel lines and other
engine parts.

• Resting

• Transport

• Refuelling

• Maintenance

• Tool  Repiacement

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