Makita EBH253U manual

EBH252U EBH253U EBH252L EBH253L P etr ol Br ushcutter EBH252U EBH253U EBH252L EBH253L ORIGINAL INSTRUCTION MANUAL Important: Read this instruction manual carefully before putting the Petrol Brushcutter into operation and strictly observe the safety regulations! Preserve instruction manual carefully![...]

2 Thank you very much for purchasing the MAKIT A Petrol Brushcutter . We are pleased to recommend to you the MAKIT A Petrol Brushcutter which is the result of a long development programme and many years of knowledge and experience. Please read this booklet which refers in detail to the various points that will demonstrate its outstanding performanc[...]

3 General Instructions – T o ensure correct operation, user has to read this instruction manual to make himself familiar with the handling of the Petrol Brushcutter . Users insufciently informed will risk danger to themselves as well as others due to improper handling. – It is recommended only to lend the Petrol Brushcutter to people who hav[...]

4 Start the Petrol Brushcutter only in accordance with the instructions. – Do not use any other methods for starting the engine! – Use the Petrol Brushcutter and the tools only for such applications as specied. – Only start the Petrol Brushcutter engine, after the entire assembly is done. Operation of the device is only permitted after all[...]

5 Method of operation – Only use the Petrol Brushcutter in good light and visibility . During the winter season beware of slippery or wet areas, ice and snow (risk of slipping). Always ensure a safe footing. – Never cut above waist height. – Never stand on a ladder and run the Petrol Brushcutter . – Never climb up into trees to perform cutt[...]

6 EC-DECLARA TION OF CONFORMITY Petrol Brushcutter: model EBH252U, EBH253U, EBH252L, EBH253L (See TECHNICAL DA T A for the specications) We declare under our sole responsibility that this product is in compliance with the following Directives, 2000/14/EC, 2006/42/EC. The most important standards applied to properly meet the requirements of the a[...]

7 TECHNICAL D A T A EBH252U , EBH252L Model EBH252U EBH252L Bike handle Loop handle Dimensions: length x width x height (without cutting blade) mm 1,770 x 620 x 490 1,770 x 330 x 275 Mass (without plastic guard and cutting blade) kg 5.7 5.3 V olume (fuel tank) L 0.5 V olume (oil tank) L 0.08 Engine displacement cm 3 24.5 Maximum engine performance [...]

8 TECHNICAL D A T A EBH253U , EBH253L Model EBH253U EBH253L Bike handle Loop handle Dimensions: length x width x height (without cutting blade) mm 1,770 x 620 x 490 1,770 x 330 x 275 Mass (without plastic guard and cutting blade) kg 5.9 5.4 V olume (fuel tank) L 0.5 V olume (oil tank) L 0.08 Engine displacement cm 3 24.5 Maximum engine performance [...]

9 ⑱ ④ ⑤ ⑦ ⑧ ⑨ ⑪ ⑩ ⑫ ⑬ ⑭ ⑮ ④ ⑤ ⑰ ⑦ ⑨ ⑪ ⑩ ⑫ ⑭ ⑯ EBH252L EBH253L EBH252U EBH253U ① ③ ⑥ ⑲ ② 2 2 2 1 DESIGNA TION OF P AR TS GB DESIGNA TION OF P ARTS 1 Fuel tank 2 Rewind starter 3 Air cleaner 4 I-O switch (on/of f) 5 Spark plug 6 Exhaust mufer 7 Clutch case 8 Rear grip 9 Hanger 10 Handle 1 1 Con[...]

10 CAUTION: Before doing any work on the Petrol Brushcutter , always stop the engine and pull the spark plug connector off the spark plug. Always wear protective gloves! CAUTION: Start the Petrol Brushcutter only after having assembled it completely . For machines with bike handle models – Loosen knob (1). – Place handle (4) between handle clam[...]

11 T o meet the applicable safety provisions, only the tool/ protector combinations as indicated in the table must be used. Be sure to use genuine MAKIT A cutter blades or nylon cutting head. – The cutter blade must be well polished, free of cracks or breakage. If the cutter blade hits against a stone during operation, stop the engine and check t[...]

12 T urn the machine upside down, and you can replace the cutter blade or nylon cutting head easily . – Insert the hex wrench through the hole in the gear case and rotate the receiver washer (4) until it is locked with the hex wrench. – Loosen the nut (1) (left-hand thread) with the socket wrench and remove the nut (1), cup (2), and clamp washe[...]

13 Inspection and rell of engine oil – Perform the following procedure, with the engine cooled down. – While keeping the engine level, remove the oil gauge, and conrm that the oil is lled within the upper and lower limit marks. When the oil is in short in such a way that the oil gauge touches the oil only by its tip, in particular with[...]

14 REFUELING Handling of fuel It is necessary to handle fuel with utmost care. Fuel may contain substances similar to solvents. Refueling must be performed in a sufciently ventilated room or in the open air . Never inhale fuel vapor , and keep fuel away from you. If you touch fuel repeatedly or for a long time, the skin becomes dry , which may c[...]

15 Attachment of shoulder strap – Adjust the strap length so that the cutter blade will be kept parallel with the ground. For EBH252U, EBH253U NOTE: Be careful not to trap clothing, etc., in the buckle. Observe the applicable accident prevention regulations! ST ARTING Move at least 3 m away from the place of refuelling. Place the Petrol Brushcutt[...]

16 2) Set the I-O switch (1) to OPERA TION. 3) Choke lever Close the choke lever . Choke opening: – Full closing in cold or when the engine is cold. – Full or half opening in restart just after stop of operation. Note: – If the starter handle is pulled repeatedly when the choke lever remains at “CLOSE” position, the engine will not start [...]

17 B: Startup after warm-up operation 1) Push the primer pump repeatedly . 2) Keep the throttle lever at the idling position. 3) Pull the recoil starter strongly . 4) If it is difcult to start the engine, open the throttle by about 1/3. Pay attention to the cutter blade which may rotate. ST OPPING 1) Release the throttle lever (2) fully , and wh[...]

18 NYLON CUTTING HEAD The nylon cutting head is a dual string trimmer head capable of both automatic and bump & feed mechanisms. The nylon cutting head will automatically feed out the proper length of nylon cord by the changes in centrifugal force caused by increasing or decreasing rpms. However , to cut soft grass more efciently , bump the [...]

19 REPLACEMENT OF ENGINE OIL Deteriorated engine oil will shorten the life of the sliding and rotating parts to a great extent. Be sure to check the period and quantity of replacement. A TTENTION: In general, the engine main unit and engine oil still remain hot just after the engine is stopped. In replacement of oil, conrm that the engine main u[...]

20 CLEANING OF AIR CLEANER DANGER: INFLAMMABLES STRICTL Y PROHIBITED Interval of Cleaning and Inspection: Daily (every 10 operating hours) – T urn the choke lever to the full close side, and keep the carburetor off from dust or dirt. – Remove the air cleaner cover-xing bolts. – Pull the cover lower side and detach the air cleaner cover . ?[...]

21 CLEANING OF FUEL FIL TER W ARNING: INFLAMMABLES STRICTL Y PROHIBITED Interval of Cleaning and Inspection: Monthly (every 50 operating hours) Suction head in the fuel tank – The fuel lter (1) of the suction head is used to lter the fuel required by the carburetor . – A periodical visual inspection of the fuel lter is to be conducted.[...]

22 W ARNING: When draining the fuel, be sure to stop the engine and conrm that the engine cools down. Just after stopping the engine, it may still hot with possibility of burns, inammability and re. A TTENTION: When the machine is kept out of operation for a long time, drain up all fuel from the fuel tank and carburetor , and keep it at a [...]

23 *1 Perform initial replacement after 20h operation. *2 For the 200 operating hour inspection, request Authorized Service Agent or a machine shop. *3 After emptying the fuel tank, continue to run the engine and drain fuel in the carburetor . Operating time Item Before operation Af t er lu b ri ca ti on Daily (10h) 30h 50h 200h Sh u td ow n/ re s [...]

24 TROUBLESHOO TING Before making a request for repairs, check a trouble for yourself. If any abnormality is found, control your machine according to the description of this manual. Never tamper or dismount any part contrary to the description. For repairs, contact Authorized Service Agent or local dealership. When the engine does not start after w[...]

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