Installing nylon cutting head
Optional accessory
CAUTION: If the nylon cutting head acciden-
tally impacts a rock or hard object during oper-
ation, stop the tool and inspect for any damage.
If the nylon cutting head is damaged, replace it
immediately. Use of a damaged cutting tool could
CAUTION:
after installation.
NOTICE: Be sure to use genuine Makita nylon
cutting head.
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5
1
2
3
4
1. Nylon cutting head 2. Metal guard 3. Spindle
Hex wrench 5. Tighten 6. Loosen
1. Turn the tool upside down so that you can replace
the cutting tool easily.
2. Insert the hex wrench through the hole on the
motor housing and rotate the spindle until the spindle is
locked.
3. Place the nylon cutting head onto the threaded
spindle directly and tighten it by turning in the tightening
Remove the hex wrench.
To remove the nylon cutting head, turn it in the opposite
direction while locking the spindle with the hex wrench.
Installing plastic blade
Optional accessory
CAUTION: If the plastic blade accidentally
impacts a rock or hard object during operation,
stop the tool and inspect for any damage. If the
plastic blade is damaged, replace it immediately.
Use of a damaged cutting tool could result in serious
CAUTION:
after installation.
NOTICE: Be sure to use genuine Makita plastic
blade.
1
2
3
4
5
1. Plastic blade 2. Metal guard 3. Hex wrench
Tighten 5. Loosen
1. Turn the tool upside down so that you can replace
the cutting tool easily.
2. Insert the hex wrench through the hole on the
motor housing and rotate the spindle until the spindle is
locked.
3. Place the plastic blade onto the threaded spindle
directly and tighten it by turning in the tightening direc-
Remove the hex wrench.
To remove the plastic blade, turn it in the opposite direc-
tion while locking the spindle with the hex wrench.