Operation; Maintenance - Makita UB401MP Original Instruction Manual

Installing the flat nozzle or
extension nozzle
Optional accessory
1. Remove the front nozzle by turning it as shown in
the figure.
► Fig.9: 1. Front nozzle
2.
Attach the adapter pipe to the attachment, and
then turn it to lock it into place.
► Fig.10: 1. Adapter pipe 2. Attachment
3. Attach the flat nozzle or extension nozzle to the
adapter pipe, and then turn it to lock it into place.
► Fig.11: 1. Flat nozzle 2. Extension nozzle
3. Adapter pipe
NOTICE:
The grooves on the deep side of the
flat nozzle or extension nozzle are not available.
Be sure to use the grooves shown in the figure to
attach the flat nozzle or extension nozzle.

OPERATION

WARNING:
Follow the warnings and precau-
tions in the chapter "SAFETY WARNINGS" and
the instruction manual of the power unit.
WARNING:
Adjust the hanger position and
shoulder harness to your comfortable position
before operating.
CAUTION:
Do not place the machine on the
ground while it is switched on. Sand or dust may
enter from suction inlet and cause a malfunction or
personal injury.
Hold the machine firmly with both hands and perform
the blowing operation by moving it around slowly. When
blowing around building, big stone or vehicle, direct the
nozzle away from them. When performing an operation
in a corner, start from the corner and then move to wide
area.
Adjust the air speed with the switch trigger or throttle
lever of the power unit according to the environment or
conditions of your usage.
► Fig.12

MAINTENANCE

WARNING:
taining the equipment, switch off the motor and
remove the battery cartridge, or stop the engine
and remove the spark plug cap. Otherwise, the fans
may move and result in serious injury.
WARNING:
the equipment, always put it down. Assembling or
adjusting the equipment in an upright position may
result in serious injury.
WARNING:
tions in the chapter "SAFETY WARNINGS" and
the instruction manual of the power unit.
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 machine
Clean the machine by wiping off dust with a dry cloth or
one dipped in soapy water and wrung out.
► Fig.13
Remove dust or dirt from the suction inlet at the rear of
the attachment.
► Fig.14: 1. Suction inlet
Overall inspection
Check for damaged parts. Ask our authorized service
center to replace them if necessary.
Lubricating moving parts
NOTICE:
Follow the instruction of the fre-
quency and amount of grease supplied. Otherwise
insufficient lubrication may damage moving parts.
Drive axle:
Apply grease (Makita grease N No.2 or equivalent)
every 30 hours of operation.
► Fig.15
NOTE: Genuine Makita grease may be purchased
from your local Makita dealer.
Storage
When storing the attachment separated from the power
unit, put the cap onto the end of the pipe.
► Fig.16
10 ENGLISH
Before inspecting or main-
When inspecting or maintaining
Follow the warnings and precau-