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Replacing the plastic blade
Replace the plastic blade if it is worn out or broken.
When installing the plastic blade, align the direction of
the arrow on the blade with that of the protector.
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2
►1. Arrow on the protector 2. Arrow on the blade
TROUBLESHOOTING
Beforeaskingforrepairs,conductyourowninspectionrst.Ifyoundaproblemthatisnotexplainedinthemanual,
do not attempt to dismantle the tool. Instead, ask Makita Authorized Service Centers, always using Makita replace-
ment parts for repairs.
State of abnormality Probable cause (malfunction) Remedy
Motor does not run. Battery cartridge is not installed. Install the battery cartridge.
Battery problem (under voltage) Rechargethebattery.Ifrechargingisnoteective,
replace battery.
The drive system does not work
correctly.
Ask your local authorized service center for repair.
Motor stops running after a little use. Battery's charge level is low. Rechargethebattery.Ifrechargingisnoteective,
replace battery.
Overheating. Stop using of tool to allow it to cool down.
It does not reach maximum RPM. Battery is installed improperly. Install the battery cartridge as described in this
manual.
Battery power is dropping. Rechargethebattery.Ifrechargingisnoteective,
replace battery.
The drive system does not work
correctly.
Ask your local authorized service center for repair.
Cutting tool does not rotate:
stop the machine immediately!
Foreignobjectsuchasabranchis
jammedbetweentheguardandthe
cutting tool.
Removetheforeignobject.
The drive system does not work
correctly.
Ask your local authorized service center for repair.
Abnormal vibration:
stop the machine immediately!
One end of the nylon cord has been
broken.
Tap the nylon cutting head against the ground while
it is rotating to cause the cord to feed.
The drive system does not work
correctly.
Ask your local authorized service center for repair.
Cutting tool and motor cannot stop:
Remove the battery immediately!
Electric or electronic malfunction. Remove the battery and ask your local authorized
service center for repair.