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Important: Read this instruction manual carefully before putting the Power Cut into operation and strictly observe the safety regulations! Keep this instruction manual! Instruction Manual Original Instruction Manual EK6100 EK6101[...]
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2 Thank you for purchasing a MAKIT A product! Congratulations on choosing a MAKIT A Power Cut cutof f saw! Like our chain saws, the MAKIT A Power Cuts feature spe- cially designed high-performance engines with outstanding power-to-weight ratios, for heavy-duty yet lightweight tools. Other advantages of the MAKIT A Power Cuts: • Sturdy constructio[...]
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3 Delivery inventory 1. Power Cut 2. Cutting disc (not in the general scope of delivery . Country-speci Þ c) 3. Screwdriver (for carburetor adjustment) 4. Offset screwdriver 5. Universal wrench 13/19 6. Instruction manual (not shown) Symbols Y ou will notice the following symbols on the Power Cut and in the Instruction Manual: In case one of the p[...]
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4 2 3 1 4 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Note: The illustrations in the safety precautions are not identical with the product! Intended use Power Cut Use the Power Cut cutoff saw outdoors only , for trimming and cutting suitable materials, using cutting discs rated for this machine. Improper use: Never use the cutoff saw cutting discs for grinding or sanding ([...]
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5 - Always wear safety shoes or boots (G) with steel toes, non-skid soles, and leg protectors when working with the Power Cut. Safety shoes equipped with a protective layer provide protection against cuts and ensure a secure footing. - Always wear a work suit (H) of tough material with suf Þ cient ß ame-retardant qualities whenever working with t[...]
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6 Cutoff discs - The protection hood must always be on! Change discs only with the engine off! - There are two basic types of cutoff discs: - For metal (hot cutting) - For masonry (cold cutting) NOTE: When using diamond cutoff discs, always make sure to observe the "direction of rotation" markings. Diamond discs should only be used for cu[...]
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7 Kickback and lock-in - When working with the Power Cut there is a danger of kickback and lock-in. - Kickback occurs when the top of the cutting disc is used for cutting (15). - This causes the Power Cut to be thrown back toward the user with great force and out of control. Risk of injury! T o prevent kickback, observe the following: - Never cut w[...]
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8 When using synthetic resin cutting discs, always ob- serve the following: CAUTION : - Synthetic resin cutting discs can absorb moisture. This moisture can cause the disc to become unbalanced at high speed. This imbalance can cause the disc to break. - Do not cool resin cutting discs with water or other ß uids. - Do not expose resin cutting discs[...]
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9 In wet cutting, the disc is wetted at an equal rate on both sides by a trickle of water . MAKITA offers the right accessories for all wet cutting applications (see also "SPECIAL ACCESSORIES"). - Remove foreign objects such as sand, stones and nails found within the working area. Caution: Watch out for electric wires and cables! The rapi[...]
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10 Maintenance - Before performing maintenance work switch off the Power Cut (27) and pull out the plug cap. - Always check the Power Cut before using it to make sure that it is in good working order . In particular, make sure that the cutting disc is properly mounted. Make sure that the cutting wheel is undamaged and suitable for the job it will b[...]
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11 T echnical data Displacement cm 3 60.7 60.7 Bore mm 47 47 Stroke mm 35 35 Max. power / operating speed kW/1/min 3.2 / 9.500 3.2 / 9.500 Max. torque Nm 3.9 3.9 Idling speed 1/min 2.600 2.600 Clutch engagement speed 1/min 3.900 3.900 Engine speed limitation 1/min 9.850 ± 150 9.850 ± 150 Max. spindle speed 1/min 5.100 4.400 Sound pressure level L[...]
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12 Denomination of components Serial number Y ear of manufacture Identi Þ cation plate (9) Indicate when ordering spare parts 1 2 3 4 56 8 9 10 11 12 20 21 23 24 25 7 15 13 14 17 16 22 18 19 EK6101 2013 123456 XXX.XXX.XXX Typ XXX Makita Corporation, Anjo, Aichi, Japan Made in Germany 1 Handle 2 Air Þ lter cover 3 Tubular handle 4 Protection hood [...]
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13 PUTTING INTO OPERA TION CAUTION: Always turn off the engine and pull off the spark plug cap before doing any work on the Power Cut! Always wear protective gloves! CAUTION: Start the Power Cut only after complete assembly and inspection. Sequence For the the following work, use the assembly tools included with delivery: 1. 13/19 AF combination wr[...]
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14 Fuel CAUTION: This saw is powered by mineral-oil products (gasoline and oil) . Be especially careful when handling gasoline. Avoid all ß ame or Þ re. Do not smoke (explosion hazard). Fuel mixture This tool is powered by a high-performance air-cooled two- stroke engine. It runs on a mixture of gasoline and two-stroke engine oil. The engine is d[...]
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15 Refuelling IMPORT ANT : FOLLOW THE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS! Be careful and cautious when handling fuels. The engine must be turned off and cooled down! Carefully clean the area around the fuel-tank Þ ller neck to keep dirt from getting in the tank. Place the Power Cut on an even surface. Unscrew the tank cap and Þ ll tank with fuel mixture. T ake c[...]
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16 3 4 5 6 2 1 2a Cold start (Choke) W arm start (ON) Engine off Combination switch in safety position (ignition current cut off, necessary for all maintenance, repair , and installation work) Cold starting: Grasp front handle Þ rmly with one hand and press the Power Cut against the ground. Place left toe in the rear handguard. Prime the fuel pump[...]
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17 Adjusting the carburetor NOTE: The grinding parts are equipped with an electronic ignition to limit the speed. At the factory the idling speed has been set to approx. 2600 rpm, but the running-in process of a new engine may require slight readjustment of the idling speed. Adjustments to the adjusting screws (L) and (H) may only be made by an aut[...]
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18 IMPORT ANT : Because many of the parts and assemblies not mentioned in this Instruction Manual are vital to the safety of the unit, and because all parts are subject to a certain amount of wear and tear , it is important for your own safety that you have the unit checked and maintained regularly by a MAKIT A service center . IMPORT ANT : If the [...]
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19 Cleaning the protection hood Over time, the inside of the protective hood can become caked with material residue (especially from wet cutting), which if allowed to accumulate can hinder the free rotation of the cut- ting disc. For this reason the hood must be cleaned out from time to time. T ake off the cutting wheel with spring washer and remov[...]
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20 Checking the ignition spark Insert the combination tool ( 2 ) between the ventilation hood and cylinder only as shown in the illustration. CAUTION! Do not insert the combination tool into the spark plug hole, but make contact only with the cylinder (otherwise you may damage the engine). Using insulated pliers, hold the spark plug ( 3 ) (unscrewe[...]
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21 12 11 7 8 5 3 14 12 10 6 9 2 13 4 1 15 16 Replacing the starter cable Unscrew four screws ( 1 ). Remove fan housing ( 2 ). Insert a small screwdriver through the ventilation slit on the back of the fan housing ( 2 ) near the holder ( 15 ). Bend the air guide tab ( 4a ) slightly to the side and carefully remove the air guide ( 3 ) from the fan ho[...]
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22 7 8 13 3 4 5 1 6 15 Replacing the return spring pack/Replacing the starter spring Remove the fan housing (see “Replacing the starter cable”). Remove the air guide from the fan housing (see “Replacing the starter cable”). Detension the return spring on the cable drum and remove the cable drum (see “Replacing the starter cable”). Note:[...]
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23 Instructions for periodic maintenance T o ensure long life, prevent damage and ensure the full functioning of the safety features the following maintenance must be per- formed regularly . Guarantee claims can be recognized only if this work is performed regularly and properly . Failure to perform the prescribed maintenance work can lead to accid[...]
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24 Spare parts Reliable long-term operation, as well as the safety of your Power Cut, depend among other things on the quality of the spare pa rts used. Use only original MAKIT A parts, marked Only original parts are from the same production line as the original unit and therefore ensure the highest possible quality of materi- als, dimensions, func[...]
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25 T roubleshooting Malfunction System Observation Cause Cutting disc does not start turning Clutch Engine runs Damage to clutch Cutting disc runs in idle Carburetor , Cutting disc runs Incorrect idle speed, clutch blocked clutch V -belt Belt has insuf Þ cient tension, V -belt is worn Engine does not start or Ignition system Ignition spark Malfunc[...]
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26 Extract from the spare parts list Use only original MAKIT A parts. For repairs and replacement of other parts, see your MAKIT A service centre. EK6100 EK6101 22 6 5 14 15 16 9 8 17 18 19[...]
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27 Extract from the spare parts list Use only original MAKIT A parts. For repairs and replacement of other parts, see your MAKIT A service centre. EK6100 EK6101 Pos. MAKIT A-No. Qty . Denomination Synthetic resin cutting disc 1 966 121 150 1 Cutting disc for steel, dia. 300/20 mm 966 141 150 1 Cutting disc for steel, dia. 350/20 mm 966 144 150 1 Cu[...]
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Form: 995 704 531 (2013-10 GB) Speci Þ cations subject to change without notice To Þ nd your local distributor , please visit www .makita-outdoor .com MAKIT A Corporation 3-1 1-8 Sumiyoshi-Cho Anjo, Aichi 446-8502 Japan This print product has been awarded the “Blue Angel”.[...]