Maintenance; Cleaning The Tool - Makita DUR369APT2 Instruction Manual

CAUTION:
If the cutting tool accidentally
impacts a rock or hard object during operation,
stop the tool and inspect for any damage. If the
cutting tool is damaged, replace it immediately.
Use of a damaged cutting tool may result in serious
personal injury.
CAUTION:
Remove the blade cover from the
cutter blade when cutting the grass.
Correct positioning and handling allow optimum control
and reduce the risk of injury caused by kickback.
DUR369A
► Fig.39
DUR369L
► Fig.40
When using a nylon cutting head (bump & feed
type)
The nylon cutting head is a dual string trimmer head
provided with a bump & feed mechanism.
To feed out the nylon cord, tap the cutting head against
the ground while rotating.
► Fig.41: 1. Most effective cutting area
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.

MAINTENANCE
WARNING:
Always be sure that the tool is
switched off and battery cartridge is removed
before attempting to perform inspection or main-
tenance on the tool. Failure to switch off and remove
the battery cartridge 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 in this instruction manual.
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.
95-M10L
► Fig.42
B&F ECO 4L
► Fig.43
UN-74L, UN-72L
► Fig.44
Manual feed type
When the nylon cord gets short, pull it out from the
eyelet and feed it from the another eyelet.
► Fig.45
Replacing the plastic blade
Replace the plastic blade if it is worn out or broken.
► Fig.46
When installing the plastic blade, align the direction of
the arrow on the blade with that of the protector.
► Fig.47: 1. Arrow on the protector 2. Arrow on the
blade
24 ENGLISH
Use only the nylon cord with
Always remove the nylon cutting
Make sure that the cover of the