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TROUBLE SHOOTING
Beforeaskingforrepairs,conductyourowninspectionrst.Ifyoundaproblemthatisnotexplainedinthemanual,
do not attempt to dismantle the tool. Instead, ask Makita Authorized Service Centers, always using Makita replace-
ment parts for repairs.
Malfunction status
Motor does not run.
Cause
Battery cartridge is not installed.
Battery problem (under voltage)
Rotation is in reverse.
Overheating.
Battery power is dropping.
Electric or electronic malfunction.
Action
Install the battery cartridge.
Remove the foreign object.
Motor stops running after
a little use.
It does not reach maximum
RPM.
Cutting tool does not rotate:
stop the machine immediately!
Abnormal vibration:
stop the machine immediately!
Cutting tool and motor cannot
stop:
Remove the battery
immediately!
The drive system does not work
correctly.
One end of the nylon cord has
been broken.
The drive system does not work
correctly.
Foreign object such as a branch
is jammed between the guard and
the nylon cutting head.
The drive system does
not work correctly.
Battery is installed improperly.
Battery's charge level is low.
The drive system does not work
correctly.
Recharge the battery. If recharging
is not effective, replace battery.
Ask your local authorized service
center for repair.
Ask your local authorized service
center for repair.
Ask your local authorized service
center for repair.
Ask your local authorized service
center for repair.
Remove the battery and ask your
local authorized service center for
repair.
Bump the nylon cutting head
against the ground while it is
rotating to cause the cord to feed.
Recharge the battery. If recharging
is not effective, replace battery.
Install the battery cartridge as
described in this manual.
Stop using of tool to allow it to cool
down.
Recharge the battery. If recharging
is not effective, replace battery.
Change the direction of ratation
with the reversing switch.
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