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Makita BH341U/EBH341L Original Instruction Manual
Summary of BH341U/EBH341L
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Petrol brushcutter ebh341u/ebh341l important: read this instruction manual carefully before putting the petrol brushcutter into operation and strictly observe the safety regulations! Preserve instruction manual carefully! Ebh341u ebh341l original instruction manual.
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2 thank you very much for purchasing the makita petrol brushcutter. We are pleased to recommend to you the makita 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 t...
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3 15 meters diagrammatic figure safety instructions general instructions read this instruction manual to become familiar with handling of the – equipment. Users insufficiently informed will risk danger to themselves as well as others due to improper handling. It is recommended only to lend the equip...
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4 • resting • transport • refuelling • maintenance • tool replacement 3 meter s start the brushcutter only in accordance with the instructions. Do not use any other methods for starting the engine! – use the brushcutter and the tools only for such applications as specified. – only start the engine, ...
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5 caution: kickback diagrammatic figure diagrammatic figure method of operation only use 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. –...
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6 never straighten or weld damaged cutting tools. Pay attention to the environment. Avoid unnecessary throttle operation for – less pollution and noise emissions. Adjust the carburetor correctly. Clean the equipment at regular intervals and check that all screws and nuts – are well tightened. Never ...
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7 technical data ebh341u, ebh341l model ebh341u ebh341l bike handle loop handle dimensions: length x width x height (without cutting blade) mm 1,810 x 620 x 500 1,810 x 330 x 275 mass (without plastic guard and cutting blade) kg 7.1 6.7 volume (fuel tank) l 0.65 volume (oil tank) l 0.1 engine displa...
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8 ebh341u designation of parts gb designation of parts 1 fuel tank 2 rewind starter 3 air cleaner 4 i-o switch (on/off) 5 spark plug 6 exhaust muffler 7 clutch case 9 hanger 10 handle 11 throttle lever 12 control cable 13 shaft 14 protector (cutting tool guard) 15 gear case/head case 16 handle holde...
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9 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 ...
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10 to meet the applicable safety provisions, only the tool/protector combinations as indicated in the table must be used. Be sure to use genuine makita 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 ...
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11 turn 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 ...
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12 inspection and refill of engine oil – perform the following procedure, with the engine cooled down. – while keeping the engine level, remove the oil gauge, and confirm that the oil is filled within the upper and lower limit marks. When the oil is in short in such a way that the oil gauge touches ...
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13 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 sufficiently ventilated room or in the open air. Never inhale fuel vapor, and keep fuel away from you. If you touch fuel repeatedly or for ...
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14 attachment of shoulder strap – adjust the strap length so that the cutter blade will be kept parallel with the ground. For ebh341u note: be careful not to trap clothing, etc., in the buckle. Observe the applicable accident prevention regulations! Starting move at least 3 m away from the place of ...
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15 (2) (1) stop note: – if the starter handle is pulled repeatedly when the choke lever remains at “close” position, the engine will not start easily due to excessive fuel intake. – in case of excessive fuel intake, remove the spark plug and pull the starter handle slowly to remove excess fuel. Also...
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16 adjustment of low-speed rotation (idling) when it is necessary to adjust the low-speed rotation (idling), perform it by the carburetor adjusting screw. Checkup of low-speed rotation – set the low-speed rotation to 3,000 min -1 . If it is necessary to change the rotation speed, regulate the adjust...
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17 replacing the nylon cord 1. Put off cover from housing, pressing two cover locking tabs located oppositely on side of the housing. 2. Take off tap knob and spool from the housing. 3. Put each one end of two cutting lines into each holes at inner most of the slot on one of spool outer flanges. Put...
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18 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. Attention: in general, the engine main unit and engine oil still remain hot just after the engine is stopped. In re...
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19 in replacement, perform the following procedure. 1) confirm that the tank cap is tightened securely. 2) detach the oil gauge. Keep the oil gauge free from dust or dirt. Fuel tank cap oil gauge waste or paper 3) place waste or paper near the oil refill port. Points on oil – never discard replaced ...
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20 pick this part and remove the element (felt). Plate element (sponge) air cleaner cover fixing bolt element (felt) breather part cleaning of air cleaner danger: inflammables strictly prohibited interval of cleaning and inspection: daily (every 10 operating hours) – turn the choke lever to the full...
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21 cleaning of fuel filter warning: inflammables strictly prohibited interval of cleaning and inspection: monthly (every 50 operating hours) suction head in the fuel tank – the fuel filter (1) of the suction head is used to filler the fuel required by the carburetor. – a periodical visual inspection...
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22 warning: when draining the fuel, be sure to stop the engine and confirm that the engine cools down. Just after stopping the engine, it may still hot with possibility of burns, inflammability and fire. Attention: when the machine is kept out of operation for a long time, drain up all fuel from the...
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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 after lubrication da...
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24 troubleshooting 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 d...
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