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tool is large.
To use the tool in the high-torque mode, press and hold
the reverse / high-torque button. The high-torque lamp
lights up. To return to the normal mode, press and hold
the reverse / high-torque button again.
► Fig.9: 1. High-torque lamp 2. Reverse / high-torque
button
Electric brake
This tool is equipped with an electric brake. If the tool
consistently fails to quickly stop after the switch trigger
is released, have the tool serviced at our service center.
CAUTION:
This brake system is not a substi-
tute for the protector. Never use the tool without
the protector. An unguarded cutting tool may result
in serious personal injury.
Electronic function
Constant speed control
The speed control function provides the constant rota-
tion speed regardless of load conditions.
Soft start feature
Soft start because of suppressed starting shock.
ASSEMBLY
WARNING:
Always be sure that the tool is
switched off and battery cartridge is removed
before carrying out any work on the tool. Failure to
switch off and remove the battery cartridge may result
in serious personal injury from accidental start-up.
WARNING:
Never start the tool unless it is
completely assembled. Operation of the tool in a
partially assembled state may result in serious per-
sonal injury from accidental start-up.
Installing the handle
1.
Attach the upper and lower clamps on the damper.
2.
Put the handle on the upper clamp and fix it with
hex socket head bolts as illustrated.
► Fig.10: 1. Hex socket head bolt 2. Handle 3. Upper
clamp 4. Damper 5. Lower clamp
Hex wrench storage
CAUTION:
Be careful not to leave the hex
wrench inserted in the tool head. It may cause
injury and/or damage to the tool.
When not in use, store the hex wrench as illustrated to
keep it from being lost.
► Fig.11: 1. Hex wrench
Installing the cutting tool
CAUTION:
Always use the supplied wrenches
to remove or to install the cutting tool.
CAUTION:
Be sure to remove the hex wrench
inserted into the tool head after installing the
cutting tool.
NOTE: The type of the cutting tool(s) supplied as
the standard accessory varies depending on the
countries. The cutting tool is not included in some
countries.
NOTE: Turn the tool upside down so that you can
replace the cutting tool easily.
Nylon cutting head
NOTICE:
Be sure to use genuine Makita nylon
cutting head.
1.
Insert the hex wrench through the hole in the gear
case to lock the spindle. Rotate the spindle until the hex
wrench is fully inserted. Remove the nut by turning it
clockwise with the box wrench.
► Fig.12: 1. Nut 2. Hex wrench
2.
Remove the spool holder by pressing the claws.
► Fig.13: 1. Spool holder 2. Claw
3.
Remove the spool from the spool holder by hold-
ing the nylon cord with your fingers and thumb, and
then hook both sides of the nylon cord to the notches of
the spool.
► Fig.14: 1. Spool 2. Spool holder 3. Notch
4.
Insert the hex wrench through the hole in the gear
case to lock the spindle. Attach the spool holder to the
spindle, and then tighten the nut by turning it counter-
clockwise with the box wrench.
► Fig.15: 1. Nut 2. Spool holder 3. Hex wrench
NOTE: The recommended tightening torque is 20 to
30 N•m.
5.
Attach the spool to the spool holder, and then set
both sides of the nylon cord to the eyelets of the spool
holder. Attach the spool cover to the spool holder.
► Fig.16: 1. Spool 2. Spool holder 3. Eyelet 4. Spool
cover
6.
Remove the hex wrench from the gear case.
Correct combination of the cutting
tool and the protector
CAUTION:
Always use the correct combi-
nation of cutting tool and the protector. A wrong
combination may not protect you from the cutting tool,
flying debris, and stones. It can also affect the bal-
ance of the tool and result in an injury.
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