Cleaning The Tool; Maintenance - Makita CRU03 Instruction Manual

NOTICE:
The bump feed will not operate prop-
erly if the nylon cutting head is not rotating.
NOTE: If the nylon cord does not feed out while
tapping the head, rewind/replace the nylon cord
by following the procedures in the section for the

maintenance.

Emergency detachment
CAUTION:
In case of emergency detachment,
pay extra attention to the position of the rotating
cutting tool.
In case of emergency, unlock the buckle on the waist
belt and take off the shoulder harness of the portable
power pack which is connected to the tool.
► 1. Buckle
MAINTENANCE
WARNING:
Always be sure that the tool
is switched off and the portable power pack is
disconnected from the tool before attempting to
perform inspection or maintenance on the tool.
Failure to switch off and disconnect the portable
power pack may result in serious personal injury from
accidental start-up.
NOTICE:
Never use gasoline, benzine, thinner,
alcohol or the like. Discoloration, deformation or
cracks may result.
To maintain product SAFETY and RELIABILITY,
repairs, any other maintenance or adjustment should
be performed by Makita Authorized or Factory Service
Centers, always using Makita replacement parts.

Cleaning the tool

Clean the tool by wiping off dust, dirt, or cut off grass
with a dry cloth or one dipped in soapy water and wrung
out. To avoid overheating of the tool, be sure to remove
the cut off grass or debris adhered to the vent of the
tool.
Replacing the nylon cord
WARNING:
diameter specified in this instruction manual.
Never use heavier line, metal wire, rope or the
like. Failure to do so may cause damage to the tool
and result in serious personal injury.
WARNING:
head from the tool when replacing the nylon cord.
WARNING:
nylon cutting head is secured to the housing
properly as described below. Failure to properly
secure the cover may cause the nylon cutting head to
fly apart resulting in serious personal injury.
Replace the nylon cord if it is not fed any more. The
method of replacing the nylon cord varies depending on
the type of the nylon cutting head.
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Use only the nylon cord with
Always remove the nylon cutting
Make sure that the cover of the