Maintenance; Lubricating Moving Parts; Drive Axle - Makita PF400MP Original Instruction

MAINTENANCE

WARNING:
Before inspecting or maintaining
the equipment, switch off the motor and remove
the battery cartridge. Otherwise, the machine may
start unintentionally and result in serious injury.
WARNING:
When inspecting or maintaining
the equipment, always put it down. Assembling or
adjusting the equipment in an upright position may
result in serious injury.
WARNING:
Follow the warnings and precau-
tions in the chapter "SAFETY WARNINGS" and
the instruction manual of the power unit.
CAUTION:
Wear gloves when performing the
inspection or maintenance.
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 water inlet
Loosen the screw of the water inlet, and then remove
the plate by turning it. Clean the inside of the water inlet
with running water. Remove the debris adhered to the
plate. After the cleaning, attach the plate and tighten
the screw.
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2
Fig.16
► 1. Screw 2. Plate 3. Impeller
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Inspection
CAUTION:
Do not use the machine if you find
any abnormality with the impeller. Failure to do so
may result in damage to the pump attachment and
cause an injury.
• Overall inspection
Check for damaged parts. Ask our authorized
service center to replace them if necessary.
• Inspection for impeller
Check the impeller for chipping, deformation,
wear, or any other abnormality.

Lubricating moving parts

NOTICE:
Follow the instruction of the frequency
and amount of grease supplied. Otherwise insuffi-
cient lubrication may damage moving parts.

Drive axle:

Apply grease (Makita grease N No.2 or equivalent)
every 30 hours of operation.
Fig.17
NOTE: Genuine Makita grease may be purchased
from your local Makita dealer.
Storage
When storing the attachment, remove the hose. When
storing the attachment separated from the power unit,
put the cap onto the end of the pipe.
Fig.18
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