Maintenance Instructions; First Aid - Makita EH5000W Instruction Manual
Petrol hedge trimmer
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- Instruction manual (132 pages) ,
- Technical information (26 pages) ,
- Owner's and safety manual (44 pages)
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Method of operation
- Always use two hands to grip each handle during operation.
- Use the hedge trimmer only in a good light and visibility. During cold seasons
beware of slippery or wet areas, ice and snow (risk of slipping). Always ensure a
safe footing.
- Never work on unstable surfaces or steep terrain.
- Never stand on a ladder and run the hedge trimmer.
- Never climb up onto trees to perform cutting operation with the hedge trimmer.
- To reduce the risk of stumbling and loss of control, do not walk backward while
operating the machine.
- Always stop the engine before cleaning or servicing the unit or replacing parts.
- Do not operate the machine with a damaged or excessively worn cutting device.
Maintenance instructions
- Be kind to the environment. Operate the hedge trimmer with as little noise and
pollution as possible. In particular check the correct adjustment of the carburetor.
- Clean the hedge trimmer at regular intervals and check that all screws and nuts
are securely tightened.
- Never service or store the hedge trimmer in the vicinity of open flames, sparks,
etc. (11).
- Empty the fuel tank before storing the hedge trimmer.
- Never store the hedge trimmer in the vicinity of naked flames to avoid fires.
- Store the hedge trimmer in well ventilated and high or locked location out of reach
of children.
- Do not attempt to repair the machine unless you are qualified to do so.
Observe and follow all relevant accident prevention instructions issued by the trade associations safety board and by insurance
companies.
Do not perform any modifications to the hedge trimmer as this will risk your safety.
The performance of maintenance or repair work by the user is limited to those activities as described in this instruction manual. All other works
are to be done by Authorized Service Agents.
Use only genuine spare parts and accessories supplied by MAKITA authorized or factory service centers.
Use of non-approved accessories and tools means increased risk of accidents and injuries. MAKITA will not accept any liability for accidents or
damage caused by the use of any non-approved accessories.
First aid
In case of an accident make sure that a well-stocked first-aid kit according to DIN
13164, is available in the vicinity of the cutting operations.
Immediately replace any item taken from the first aid kit.
When asking for help, please give the following information:
- Place of accident
- What happened
- Number of injured persons
- Extend of injuries
- Your name
Packaging
The MAKITA hedge trimmer is delivered in a protective cardboard box to prevent
shipping damage. Cardboard is a basic raw material and is therefore consequently
reusable or suitable for recycling (waste paper recycling).
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