User manual MAKITA EBH341R ANNEXE 574

[. . . ] Warning Read this instruction manual carefully before putting the Brush Cutter into operation and strictly observe the safety regulations!Thank you very much for selecting the MAKITA Brush Cutter. We are pleased to be able to you the MAKITA Brush Cutter which is the result of a long development programme and many years of knowledge and experience. Please read, understand and follow this booklet which refers in detail to the various points that will demonstrate its outstanding performance. [. . . ] ⭠For this brush cutter , we recommend the cutting attachments on the right. ­ Never attempt to cut a tree, a log, wood or other hard materials. [Tightening torque: 28 ­ 48 N m] NOTE : Always wear gloves when handling the cutter blade. Mounting of nylon cutting head ­ The blade cap, bolt cover and nut are not necessary for mounting the nylon cutting head. the nylon cutting head should go on top of the grass cover. ­ Insert the allen wrench through the hole in the gear case and rotate the blade holder until it is locked with the alln wrench. ­ Then screw the nylon cutting head onto the shaft by turning it counter-clockwise. Nut Bolt cover Blade cap Blade Grass cover Blade holder Protector plate Protector ­ Perform the following procedure, with the engine cooled down. ­ While keeping the engine level, remove the oil gauge, and confirm that the oil is filled within the upper and lower limit marks. When the oil is in short in such a way that the oil gauge touches the oil only by its tip, in particular with the oil gauge remaining inserted in the crankcase without screwing-in (Fig. ­ For reference, the oil refill time is about 15 h (refill frequency: 15 times). ­ If the oil changes in color or mixes with dirt, replace it with new one. (For the interval and method of replacement , refer to P. 17) Recommended oil: SAE 10W-30 oil of API Classification, Class SF or higher (4-stroke engine for automobile) Oil volume: Approx. 1 L Note: If the engine is not kept upright, oil may go into around the engine, and may be refilled excessively. If the oil is filled above the limit, the oil may be contaminated or may catch fire with white. Point 1 in Replacement of Oil "Oil Gauge" ­ Remove dust or dirt near the oil refill port, and detach the oil gauge. ­ Keep the detached oil gauge free of sand or dust. Otherwise, any sand or dust adhering to the oil gauge may cause irregular oil circulation or wear on the engine parts, which will result in troubles. ­ As an example to keep the oil gauge clean, it is recommended to insert the oil gauge on its knob side into the engine cover, as shown in Fig. Upper limit of oil level (Lower part of oil refill port threaded part) If oil adheres around this tip refill new oil. (1) Keep the engine level, and detach the oil gauge. [. . . ] 3) Push the primer pump until fuel is drained from there, and drain fuel coming into the fuel tank. ­ Remove the spark plug, and drip several drops of engine oil through the spark plug hole. ­ Gently pull the starter handle so that engine oil will spread over the engine, and attach the spark plug. ⭠Attach the cover to the cutter blade. [. . . ]