Makita EBH340U User Manual
Brush Cutter
EBH340U
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Important:
Read this instruction manual carefully before putting the Brush Cutter into operation and strictly
observe the safety regulations!
Preserve instruction manual carefully!
Thank you very much for purchasing the MAKITA Brush Cutter. We are pleased
to recommend to you the MAKITA Brush Cutter 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 performance. This will assist you to obtain the best
possible result from your MAKITA Brush Cutter.
Table of Contents Page
Symbols............................................................................3
Safety instructions ............................................................4
Technical data...................................................................9
Designation of parts ........................................................10
Assembly of engine and shaft.........................................11
Mounting of handle .........................................................12
Mounting of control cable................................................13
Mounting of protector......................................................14
Mounting of cutter blade .................................................15
Before start of operation .................................................16
Correct handling of machine...........................................18
Points in operation and how to stop................................18
Resharpening the cutting tool .........................................20
Servicing instructions......................................................21
Storage ...........................................................................25
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SYMBOLS
You will note the following symbols when reading the instructions manual.
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Keep the area of
operation clear of all
persons and pets
Take Particular care and
Attention
Forbidden
Keep distance
Flying object hazard
No smoking
No open flame
Protective gloves must be
worn
Wear sturdy boots with
nonslip soles.
Steeltoed safety boots are
recommended.
Kickback
Wear protective helmet,
eye and ear protection
Top permissible tool
speed
Fuel (Gasoline)
Engine-Manual start
Emergency stop
First Aid
ON/START
OFF/STOP
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
General Instructions
– To ensure correct operation, user has to read this
instruction manual to make himself familiar with the
handling of the Brush Cutter. Users insufficiently
informed will risk danger to themselves as well as others
due to improper handling.
– It is recommended only to lend the Brush Cutter to people
who have proven to be experienced with Brush Cutter.
Always hand over the instruction manual.
– First users should ask the dealer for basic instructions to
familiarize oneself with the handling of an engine powered
cutter.
– Children and young persons aged under 18 years must
not be allowed to operate the Brush Cutter. Persons
over the age of 16 years may however use the device for
the purpose of being trained only whilst under supervision
of a qualified trainer.
– Use Brush Cutter with the utmost care and attention.
– Operate the Brush Cutter only if you are in good physical
condition. Perform all work calmly and carefully. The
user has to accept liability for others.
– Never use the Brush Cutter after consumption of alcohol
or drugs, or if feeling tired or ill.
Intended use of the machine
– The Brush Cutter is only intended for cutter grass, weeds,
Bushes, undergrowth it should not be used for any other
purpose such as Edging or hedge cutting as this may
cause injury.
Personal protective equipment
– The clothing worn should be functional and appropriate,
i.e. it should be tight-fitting but not cause hindrance. Do
not wear either jewelry or clothing which could become
entangled with bushes or shrubs.
– In order to avoid either head-, eye-, hand-or foot injuries
as well as to protect your hearing the following protective
equipment and protective clothing must be used during
operation of the Brush Cutter.
– Always wear a helmet where there is a risk of falling
objects. The protective helmet (1) is to be checked at
regular intervals for damage and is to be replaced at the
latest after 5 years. Use only approved protective
helmets.
– The visor (2) of the helmet (or alternatively goggles)
protects the face from flying debris and stones. During
operation of the Brush Cutter always wear goggles, or a
visor to prevent eye injuries.
– Wear adequate noise protection equipment to avoid
hearing impairment (ear muffs (3), ear plugs etc.).
– The work overalls (4) protect against flying stones and
debris.
We strongly recommend that the user wears work
overalls.
– Special gloves (5) made of thick leather are part of the
prescribed equipment and must always be worn during
operation of the Brush Cutter.
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(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
(5)
(6)
– When using the Brush Cutter, always wear sturdy shoes
(6) with a non-slip sole. This protects against injuries
and ensures a good footing.
Starting up the brush cutter
– Please make sure that there are no children or other
people within a working range of 15 meters (50ft), also
pay attention to any animals in the working vicinity.
– Before use always check that the Brush Cutter is safe for
operation:
Check the security of the cutting tool, the control lever for
easy action and check for proper functioning of the control
lever lock.
– Rotation of the cutting tool during idling speed is not
allowed. Check with your dealer for adjustment if in
doubt. Check for clean and dry handles and test the
function of the start/stop switch.
– Start the Brush Cutter only in accordance with the
instructions.
– Do not use any other methods for starting the engine!
– Use the Brush Cutter and the tools only for such
applications as specified.
– Only start the Brush Cutter engine, after the entire
assembly is done. Operation of the device is only
permitted after all the appropriate accessories are
attached!
– Before starting make sure that the cutting tool has no
contact with hard objects such as branches, stones etc.
as the cutting tool will revolve when starting.
– The engine is to be switched off immediately in case of
any engine problems.
– Should the cutting tool hit stones or other hard objects,
immediately switch off the engine and inspect the cutting
tool.
– Inspect the cutting tool at short regular intervals for
damage (detection of hairline cracks by means of
tapping-noise test).
– Operate the Brush Cutter only with the shoulder strap
attached which is to be suitably adjusted before putting
the Brush Cutter into operation. It is essential to adjust
the shoulder strap according to the users size to prevent
fatigue occurring during use. Never hold the cutter with
one hand during use.
– During operation always hold the B
both hands.
Always ensure a safe footing.
– Operate the Brush Cutter in such a manner as to avoid
inhalation of the exhaust gases. Never run the engine in
enclosed rooms (risk of gas poisoning). Carbon
monoxide is an odorless gas.
– Switch off the engine when resting and when leaving the
Brush Cutter unattended, and place it in a safe location to
prevent danger to others or damage to the machine.
– Never put the hot Brush Cutter onto dry grass or onto any
combustible materials.
– The cutting tool has to be equipped with it’s appropriate
guard.
rush Cutter with
Diagrammatic figure
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Resting
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Transport
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Refuelling
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Maintenance
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Tool Replacement
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Never run the cutter without this guard!
– All protective installations and guards supplied with the
machine must be used during operation.
– Never operate the engine with faulty exhaust muffler.
– Shut off the engine during transport.
– During transport over long distances the tool protection
included with the equipment must always be used.
– Ensure safe position of the Brush Cutter during car
transportation to avoid fuel leakage.
– When transporting the Brush Cutter, ensure that the fuel
tank is completely empty.
– When unloading the Brush Cutter from the truck, never
drop the Engine to the ground or this may severely
damage the fuel tank.
– Except in case of emergency, never drop or cast the
Brush Cutter to the ground or this may severely damage
the Brush Cutter.
– Remember to lift the entire equipment from the ground
when moving the equipment. Dragging the fuel tank is
highly dangerous and will cause damage and leakage of
fuel, possibly causing fire.
Refuelling
– Shut off the engine during refuelling, keep away from
open flames and do not smoke.
– Avoid skin contact with mineral oil products. Do not
inhale fuel vapor. Always wear protective gloves during
refuelling. Change and clean protective clothing at
regular intervals.
– Take care not to spill either fuel or oil in order to prevent
soil contamination (environmental protection). Clean the
Brush Cutter immediately after fuel has been spilt.
– Avoid any fuel contact with your clothing. Change your
clothing instantly if fuel has been spilt on it (to prevent
clothing catching fire).
– Inspect the fuel cap at regular intervals making sure that it
can be securely fastened and does not leak.
– Carefully tighten the fuel tank cap. Change location to
start the engine (at least 3 meters away from the place of
refuelling).
– Never refuel in closed rooms. Fuel vapors accumulate
at ground lever (risk of explosions).
– Only transport and store fuel in approved containers.
Make sure the fuel stored is not accessible to children.
3 meters
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Method of operation
– Only use the Brush cutter 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 Brush cutter.
– Never climb up into trees to perform cutting operation with
the Brush cutter.
– Never work on unstable surfaces.
– Remove sand, stones, nails etc. found within the working
range.
– Foreign particles may damage the cutting tool and can
cause dangerous kick-backs.
– Before commencing cutting, the cutting tool must have
reached full working speed.
Kickback
– When operating the brush cutter, uncontrolled kickback
may occur.
– This is particularly the case when attempting to cut within
a blade segment between 12 and 2 o’clock.
– Never apply the brush cutter within a segment between
12 and 2 o’clock.
– Never apply this segment of the brush cutter blade to
solids, such as bushes and trees, etc., having a diameter
in excess of 3 cm or the brush cutter will be deflected at
great force with the risk of injuries.
Kickback prevention
To avoid kickbacks, observe the following:
– Operation within a blade segment between 12 and 2
o’clock presents positive hazards, especially when using
metal cutting tools.
– Cutting operations within a blade segment between 11
and 12 o’clock, and between 2 and 5 o’clock, must only
be performed by trained and experienced operators, and
then only at their own risk.
Easy cutting with almost no kickback is possible within a
blade segment between 8 and 11 o’clock.
Cutting Tools
Employ only the correct cutting tool for the job in hand.
For cutting thick materials, such as weed, high grass,
bushes, shrubs, underwood, thicket etc. (max. 2 cm dia.
thickness). Perform this cutting work by swinging the
brush cutter evenly in half-circles from right to left (similar to
using a scythe).
Caution:
Kickback
Diagrammatic
figure
Diagrammatic
figure
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Maintenance instructions
– The condition of the cutter, in particular of the cutting tool
of the protective devices and also of the shoulder strap
must be checked before commencing work. Particular
attention is to be paid to the cutting blades which must be
correctly sharpened.
– Turn off the engine and remove spark plug connector
when replacing or sharpening cutting tools, and also
when cleaning the cutter or cutting tool.
Never straighten or weld damaged cutting tools.
– Operate the Brush cutter with as little noise and
contamination as possible. In particular check the
correct setting of the carburetor.
– Clean the Brush cutter at regular intervals and check that
all screws and nuts are well tightened.
– Never service or store the Brush cutter in the vicinity of
naked flames.
– Always store the Brush cutter in locked rooms and with an
emptied fuel tank.
Observe the relevant accident prevention instructions issued by the relevant trade associations and by the
insurance companies.
Do not perform any modifications on the Brush cutter as this will endanger your safety.
The performance of maintenance or repair work by the user is limited to those activities as described in the
instruction manual. All other work is to be done by an Authorized Service Agent. Use only genuine spare
parts and accessories released and supplied by MAKITA.
Use of non-approved accessories and tools means increased risk of accidents.
MAKITA will not accept any liability for accidents or damage caused by the use of non-approved cutting tools
and fixing devices of cutting tools, or accessories.
First Aid
In case of accident make sure that a first-aid box is available
in the vicinity of the cutting operations. Immediately
replace any item taken from the first aid box.
When asking for help, please give the following
information:
– Place of accident
– What happened
– Number of injured persons
– Kind of injuries
– Your name
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TECHNICAL DATA
Model
EBH340U
U handle
Dimensions : length x width x height
(without cutting blade) mm
Mass (without plastic guard and cutting blade) kg 7.5
Volume (fuel tank) L 0.65
Cutting attachments (cutter blade dia.) mm 305
Engine displacement cm
Maximum engine performance kw 1.07 at 7000 min-1
Maximum rotational frequency of the spindle min
Engine speed at recommended max. spindle
rotational frequency min
Fuel consumption at
max. engine performance kg/h
Specific fuel consumption at
max. engine performance g/kwh
Engine speed at idling min
Clutch engagement speed min
Carburetor (Diaphragm - carburetor) type WALBRO WYL
Ignition system type Solid state ignition
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-1
-1
-1
-1
1765 x 615 x 425
33.5
6850
10000
0.458
426
3000
4100
Spark plug type NGK CMR6A
Electrode gap mm 0.7 - 0.8
Fuel Automobile gasoline
Engine oil
Gear ratio 14/19
The data is prepared taking equally into account the idling and racing or wide-open throttle speed operating
modes.
SAE 10W-30 oil API Classification Class
SF or higher (4-stroke engine for automobile)
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DESIGNATION OF PARTS
EBH340U
Brush Cutter
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㾁
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㾅
㾄
㾃
㾂
㽲
㽳
㽽
㽾
㽻
㽷
㪉㪉㩷
㽵
㽼
㽸
㽹
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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
8
Hanger
9
Handle
10
Throttle Lever
11
㪉㪈㩷
Control Cable
12
Shaft
13
Protector
14
Gear Case/Head Case
15 Handle Holder
16 Cutter Blade
17
Fuel Filler Cap
18
Starter Knob
19 Primmer Pump
20 Choke Lever
21
Exhaust Pipe
22 Oil Gauge
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㽴
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