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Makita RPT250 Instruction Manual page 4

Pole hedge trimmer

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Starting the Pole Hedge Trimmer
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At all times allow
a
15-meter diameter safely zone around the working area.
Make sure that all persons (in particular children) and/or animals remain outside
this zone. In general, avoid using the hedge trimmer whenever people (in
particular children) are nearby.
safe
operational condition.
should have
a
smooth and easy action. Make
sure
that the lock-off lever
functions properly. Check that the handles
are
clean and dry and test the STOP
switch to ensure that it i s functioning properly.
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Before starting the Pole Hedge Trimmer, always make
sure
that the machine
is
in
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Check the operation
o f
the throttle lever safety mechanism.
The
lack-off lever
Always start the pole hedge trimmer in accordance with the directions provided in
this instruction manual.
Follow the instructions below to start the pole hedge trimmer
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Start the pole hedge trimmer only after the machine has been completely
assembled and
all accessory
parts have been attached.
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Before starting the engine, make sure that cutter blades are not obstructed by
any foreign objects such as stones, branches, etc.
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Stop the engine immediately
if
engine problems occur.
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When operating the pole hedge trimmer, always maintain
a
firm grip on both
handles. Wrap your fingers tightly around each handle, cradling the handle
between thumb and forefinger. To keep the
pole
hedge trimmer under control at
all times, avoid changing your grip during operation. Make sure that the control
handles
are
in good condition and free
of
moisture, mud, oil
or
grease.
Always ensure secure and well-balanced footing
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Only
use
the pole hedge trimmer outdoors.
-Always stop the engine immediately and discontinue operation
if
engine trouble
occurs
or
if
the machine starts making unusual noise.
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Exhaust fumes are poisonous. Never operate the machine in an enclosed room
or
tunnel without ventilation [risk of suffocation and gas poisoning). Note that
carbon monoxide is an odorless gas. Always make sure that areas where the
engine is operated are adequately ventilated.
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Stop the engine when resting, or when the pole hedge trimmer
is
left
unattended. Place the machine in a safe location and make sure that no
combustible material i s nearby.
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Never place a hot hedge trimmer onto
dry
grass or combustible material.
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To reduce the risk of fire, keep the engine and muffler
free
of
debris,
leaves
or
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Never operate the engine
if
the muffler is malfunctioning.
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Turn off the engine before transportation.
-Always stop the engine in the following circumstances. When:
excessive lubricant.
Resting
Transporting the machine
Cleaning the machine
Refueling the machine
Performing maintenance on the machine
Fixing
a
problem with the machine
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When transporting the machine in a vehicle, always securely
attach the
pole
hedge trimmer to avoid leakage
of
residual fuel.
-Always empty the fuel tank before transporting the pole hedge trimmer in a
vehicle.
-When unloading the machine from
a
vehicle, take extra care not tadrop the pole
hedge trimmer to the ground,
as
this may seriously damage the fuel tank.
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Except in
an
emergency, never drop the pole hedge trimmer
as
this may
seriously damage the machine.
-When transporting the pole hedge trimmer, always lift the machine completely off
of the ground. Never drag
the
engine across the ground as this may damage the
fuel tank and possibly cause a fire.
of
the pole hedge trimmer during transportation and storage.
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Always use the cutter cover provided to protect and secure the cutting section
Resting
Transporting the machine
Cleaning the machine
Refueling
the
machine
Performing maintenance
on
the
machine
Fixing a problem with
the machine
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