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.
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Symbols............................................................................ |
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Safety instructions ............................................................ |
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Technical data................................................................... |
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Designation of parts........................................................ |
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Assembly of engine and shaft......................................... |
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Mounting of handle ......................................................... |
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Mounting of control cable................................................ |
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Mounting of protector...................................................... |
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Mounting of cutter blade ................................................. |
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Before start of operation ................................................. |
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Correct handling of machine........................................... |
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Points in operation and how to stop................................ |
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Resharpening the cutting tool ......................................... |
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Servicing instructions...................................................... |
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Storage ........................................................................... |
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SYMBOLS
You will note the following symbols when reading the instructions manual.
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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.
Keep the area of operation clear of all persons and pets
Wear protective helmet, eye and ear protection
Top permissible tool speed
Fuel (Gasoline)
Engine-Manual start
Emergency stop
First Aid
ON/START
OFF/STOP
Kickback
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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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–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 user s size to prevent fatigue occurring during use. Never hold the cutter with one hand during use.
– During operation always hold the B rush Cutter with 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.
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Resting
Transport
Refuelling
Maintenance
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.
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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
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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
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Dimensions : length x width x height |
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1765 x 615 x 425 |
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Mass (without plastic guard and cutting blade) |
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7.5 |
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Volume (fuel tank) |
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0.65 |
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Cutting attachments (cutter blade dia.) |
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305 |
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Engine displacement |
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33.5 |
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Maximum engine performance |
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1.07 at 7000 min-1 |
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Maximum rotational frequency of the spindle |
min-1 |
6850 |
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Engine speed at recommended max. spindle |
min-1 |
10000 |
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rotational frequency |
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0.458 |
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max. engine performance |
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Specific fuel consumption at |
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426 |
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max. engine performance |
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Engine speed at idling |
min-1 |
3000 |
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Clutch engagement speed |
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4100 |
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Carburetor (Diaphragm - carburetor) |
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WALBRO WYL |
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Ignition system |
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Solid state ignition |
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Spark plug |
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NGK CMR6A |
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Electrode gap |
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0.7 - 0.8 |
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Fuel |
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Automobile gasoline |
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Engine oil |
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SAE 10W-30 oil API Classification Class |
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Gear ratio |
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14/19 |
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The data is prepared taking equally into account the idling and racing or wide-open throttle speed operating modes.
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DESIGNATION OF PARTS
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Fuel Tank |
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Rewind Starter |
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Air Cleaner |
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I-O Switch (on/off) |
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Spark Plug |
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Exhaust Muffler |
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Clutch Case |
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Hanger |
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Handle |
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Throttle Lever |
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Control Cable |
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Shaft |
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Protector |
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Gear Case/Head Case |
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Handle Holder |
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Cutter Blade |
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Fuel Filler Cap |
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Starter Knob |
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Primmer Pump |
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Choke Lever |
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Exhaust Pipe |
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Oil Gauge |
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