Makita EM407MP User manual

EN Rotary Scissors Attachment ORIGINAL INSTRUCTION MANUAL 7
FR Outil Ciseaux rotatifs INSTRUCTIONS D’EMPLOI 17
DE Rotierender Scherenaufsatz ORIGINAL-BETRIEBSANLEITUNG 29
IT Accessorio reciprocatore
MANUALE DI ISTRUZIONI ORIGINALE 41
NL Cirkelschaarhulpstuk
ORIGINELE GEBRUIKSAANWIJZING 53
ES Accesorio de Tijeras Rotativas
MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES ORIGINAL 64
PT Acessório tesoura rotativa
MANUAL DE INSTRUÇÕES ORIGINAL 76
DA Tilbehør til roterende saks OPRINDELIG BRUGSANVISNING 87
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Προσάρτημα περιστρεφόμενων ψαλιδιών ΠΡΩΤΟΤΥΠΟ ΕΓΧΕΙΡΙΔΙΟ ΟΔΗΓΙΩΝ 97
TR Döner Makas Ek Parçası ORİJİNAL KULLANIM KILAVUZU
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SV Roterande saxtillbehör ORIGINALBRUKSANVISNING
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NO Roterende saksetilbehør ORIGINALHÅNDBOK
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FI Pyöröterävaruste ALKUPERÄINEN KÄYTTÖOHJE
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LV Rotējošo šķēru papildierīce
ORIĢINĀLĀ NORĀDĪJUMU ROKASGRĀMATA 149
LT Diskinių žirklių priedas
ORIGINALI NAUDOJIMO INSTRUKCIJA 160
ET Pöörlevate kääride kinnitus ORIGINAALJUHEND
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Насадка-травокосилка, ножничного типа
ОРИГИНАЛЬНОЕ РУКОВОДСТВО
ПО ЭКСПЛУАТАЦИИ
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PL Nożyce obrotowe INSTRUKCJA ORYGINALNA
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HU Forgó olló tartozék EREDETI HASZNÁLATI ÚTMUTATÓ
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SK Nadstavec rotačných nožníc
ORIGINÁLNY NÁVOD NA POUŽÍVANIE 215
CS Nástavec křovinořezu PŮVODNÍ NÁVOD K POUŽÍVÁNÍ
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UK
Насадка-косарка для трави, ножицевого типу ОРИГІНАЛЬНА ІНСТРУКЦІЯ З ЕКСПЛУАТАЦІЇ 237
RO
Dispozitiv de atașare cu foarfece rotativ MANUALUL ORIGINAL DE INSTRUCȚIUNI 249
KK Саптама-шөп шапқыш, қайшы типті Пайдалану жөніндегі
нұсқаулықтың түпнұсқасы
260
SL Priključek rotacijskih škarij IZVIRNA NAVODILA ZA UPORABO
272
SQ Aksesori i gërshërëve rrotulluese
MANUALI ORIGJINAL I PËRDORIMIT 282
BG Приставка ротационни ножици ОРИГИНАЛНО РЪКОВОДСТВО С
ИНСТРУКЦИИ
293
HR Okretni dodatak za škare
ORIGINALNI PRIRUČNIK S UPUTAMA 305
МК Додаток вртливи ножици
ОРИГИНАЛНО УПАТСТВО ЗА УПОТРЕБА 315
SR Наставак у виду ротирајућих маказа
ОРИГИНАЛНО УПУТСТВО ЗА УПОТРЕБУ 327
ZHTW
剪式割草盤 原始操作手冊
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EM407MP

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ENGLISH (Original instructions)
TABLE OF CONTENTS
SPECIFICATIONS ....................................................... 7
SAFETY WARNINGS .................................................. 8
PARTS DESCRIPTION.............................................. 12
ASSEMBLY................................................................ 13
OPERATION.............................................................. 13
MAINTENANCE......................................................... 14
TROUBLESHOOTING............................................... 16
SPECIFICATIONS
Model: EM407MP
Dimensions: length x width x height 965 mm x 245 mm x 155 mm
Net weight
(without blade cover)
2.7 kg
Cutting diameter 230 mm
Gear ratio Upper blade : 1 : 26
Lower blade : 1 : 12
• Due to our continuing program of research and development, the specications herein are subject to change without notice.
• Specications may di󰀨er from country to country.
• Weight according to EPTA-Procedure 01/2014
Approved power unit
This attachment is approved to use only with the follow-
ing power unit(s):
• EX2650LH Multi function power head
• DUX60 Cordless multi function power head
• DUX18 Cordless multi function power head
• UX01G Cordless multi function power head
WARNING: Never use the attachment with
non-approved power unit. Non-approved combi-
nation may cause serious injury.
Symbols
The following symbols are used on the attachment and
this instruction manual. Understand these denitions.
Take Particular care and attention!
Read the instruction manual.
Wear protective helmet, eye and ear
protection!
Protective gloves must be worn!
Wear sturdy boots with nonslip soles.
Steeltoed safety boots are recommended!
15m(50FT)Keep bystanders at least 15 m (50 ft) away.
Danger; be aware of thrown objects.
Kickback!
Top permissible tool speed
Warning: Hot surface. Risk of burns. Do not
touch metal part until cooled.
EC Declaration of Conformity
For European countries only
We as the manufacturers: Makita Europe N.V.,
Business address: Jan-Baptist Vinkstraat 2 3070
Kortenberg BELGIUM. Authorize Hiroshi Tsujimura
for the compilation of the technical le and declare
under our sole responsibility that the product(s);
Designation: Rotary Scissors Attachment.
Designation of Type(s): EM407MP.
Fullls all the relevant provisions of 2006/42/EC and
also fullls all the relevant provisions of the following
EC/EU Directives: 2000/14/EC and are manufactured in
accordance with the following Harmonised Standards:
EN ISO 11806-1:2011, EN 60745-1:2009+A11:2010.
Place and date of declaration: Kortenberg, Belgium.
29.5.2020
Responsible person: Hiroshi Tsujimura, Director -
Makita Europe N.V.

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Declaration of Conformity (For UK)
For UK only
We as the manufacturers: Makita Europe N.V.,
Business address: Jan-Baptist Vinkstraat 2 3070
Kortenberg BELGIUM. Authorize Hiroshi Tsujimura
for the compilation of the technical le and declare
under our sole responsibility that the product(s);
Designation: Rotary Scissors Attachment.
Designation of Type(s): EM407MP.
Fullls all the relevant provisions of S.I. 2008/1597 (as
amended) and also fullls all the relevant provisions
of the following UK Regulations: S.I. 2001/1701 (as
amended) and are manufactured in accordance with
the following Designated Standards: EN ISO 11806-
1:2011, EN 60745-1:2009+A11:2010.
Place and date of declaration: Kortenberg, Belgium.
01. 07. 2020
Responsible person: Hiroshi Tsujimura, Director -
Makita Europe N.V.
Importer: Makita (UK) Limited, Michigan Drive,
Tongwell, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, MK15
8JD, UK
SAFETY WARNINGS
General power tool safety warnings
WARNING: Read all safety warnings,
instructions, illustrations and specications
provided with this power tool. Failure to follow all
instructions listed below may result in electric shock,
re and/or serious injury.
Save all warnings and instruc-
tions for future reference.
The term "power tool" in the warnings refers to your
mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated
(cordless) power tool.
Work area safety
1. Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or
dark areas invite accidents.
2. Do not operate power tools in explosive atmo-
spheres, such as in the presence of ammable
liquids, gases or dust. Power tools create sparks
which may ignite the dust or fumes.
3. Keep children and bystanders away while
operating a power tool. Distractions can cause
you to lose control.
Electrical safety
1. Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never
modify the plug in any way. Do not use any
adapter plugs with earthed (grounded) power
tools. Unmodied plugs and matching outlets will
reduce risk of electric shock.
2. Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded
surfaces, such as pipes, radiators, ranges and
refrigerators. There is an increased risk of elec-
tric shock if your body is earthed or grounded.
3. Do not expose power tools to rain or wet con-
ditions. Water entering a power tool will increase
the risk of electric shock.
4. Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for
carrying, pulling or unplugging the power tool.
Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges
or moving parts. Damaged or entangled cords
increase the risk of electric shock.
5. When operating a power tool outdoors, use an
extension cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of
a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of
electric shock.
6. If operating a power tool in a damp location
is unavoidable, use a residual current device
(RCD) protected supply. Use of an RCD reduces
the risk of electric shock.
7. Power tools can produce electromagnetic
elds (EMF) that are not harmful to the user.
However, users of pacemakers and other similar
medical devices should contact the maker of their
device and/or doctor for advice before operating
this power tool.
Personal safety
1. Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use
common sense when operating a power tool.
Do not use a power tool while you are tired or
under the inuence of drugs, alcohol or med-
ication. A moment of inattention while operating
power tools may result in serious personal injury.
2. Use personal protective equipment. Always
wear eye protection. Protective equipment such
as a dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat or
hearing protection used for appropriate conditions
will reduce personal injuries.
3. Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the
switch is in the o󰀨-position before connecting
to power source and/or battery pack, picking
up or carrying the tool. Carrying power tools with
your nger on the switch or energising power tools
that have the switch on invites accidents.
4. Remove any adjusting key or wrench before
turning the power tool on. A wrench or a key left
attached to a rotating part of the power tool may
result in personal injury.
5. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and
balance at all times. This enables better control
of the power tool in unexpected situations.
6. Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or
jewellery. Keep your hair and clothing away
from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewellery or
long hair can be caught in moving parts.
7. If devices are provided for the connection of
dust extraction and collection facilities, ensure
these are connected and properly used. Use of
dust collection can reduce dust-related hazards.
8. Do not let familiarity gained from frequent use
of tools allow you to become complacent and
ignore tool safety principles. A careless action
can cause severe injury within a fraction of a
second.

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9. Always wear protective goggles to protect
your eyes from injury when using power tools.
The goggles must comply with ANSI Z87.1 in
the USA, EN 166 in Europe, or AS/NZS 1336
in Australia/New Zealand. In Australia/New
Zealand, it is legally required to wear a face
shield to protect your face, too.
It is an employer's responsibility to enforce
the use of appropriate safety protective equip-
ments by the tool operators and by other per-
sons in the immediate working area.
Power tool use and care
1. Do not force the power tool. Use the correct
power tool for your application. The correct
power tool will do the job better and safer at the
rate for which it was designed.
2. Do not use the power tool if the switch does
not turn it on and o󰀨. Any power tool that cannot
be controlled with the switch is dangerous and
must be repaired.
3. Disconnect the plug from the power source
and/or remove the battery pack, if detachable,
from the power tool before making any adjust-
ments, changing accessories, or storing power
tools. Such preventive safety measures reduce
the risk of starting the power tool accidentally.
4. Store idle power tools out of the reach of chil-
dren and do not allow persons unfamiliar with
the power tool or these instructions to operate
the power tool. Power tools are dangerous in the
hands of untrained users.
5.
Maintain power tools and accessories. Check for
misalignment or binding of moving parts, break-
age of parts and any other condition that may
a󰀨ect the power tool’s operation. If damaged, have
the power tool repaired before use. Many accidents
are caused by poorly maintained power tools.
6. Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly
maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges
are less likely to bind and are easier to control.
7. Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits
etc. in accordance with these instructions, tak-
ing into account the working conditions and
the work to be performed. Use of the power tool
for operations di󰀨erent from those intended could
result in a hazardous situation.
8. Keep handles and grasping surfaces dry,
clean and free from oil and grease. Slippery
handles and grasping surfaces do not allow for
safe handling and control of the tool in unexpected
situations.
9. When using the tool, do not wear cloth work
gloves which may be entangled. The entangle-
ment of cloth work gloves in the moving parts may
result in personal injury.
Battery tool use and care
1. Recharge only with the charger specied by
the manufacturer. A charger that is suitable for
one type of battery pack may create a risk of re
when used with another battery pack.
2. Use power tools only with specically desig-
nated battery packs. Use of any other battery
packs may create a risk of injury and re.
3. When battery pack is not in use, keep it away
from other metal objects, like paper clips,
coins, keys, nails, screws or other small metal
objects, that can make a connection from one
terminal to another. Shorting the battery termi-
nals together may cause burns or a re.
4. Under abusive conditions, liquid may be
ejected from the battery; avoid contact. If con-
tact accidentally occurs, ush with water. If
liquid contacts eyes, additionally seek medical
help. Liquid ejected from the battery may cause
irritation or burns.
5. Do not use a battery pack or tool that is dam-
aged or modied. Damaged or modied batteries
may exhibit unpredictable behaviour resulting in
re, explosion or risk of injury.
6. Do not expose a battery pack or tool to re or
excessive temperature. Exposure to re or tem-
perature above 130 °C may cause explosion.
7. Follow all charging instructions and do not
charge the battery pack or tool outside the
temperature range specied in the instruc-
tions. Charging improperly or at temperatures
outside the specied range may damage the
battery and increase the risk of re.
Service
1. Have your power tool serviced by a qualied
repair person using only identical replacement
parts. This will ensure that the safety of the power
tool is maintained.
2. Never service damaged battery packs. Service
of battery packs should only be performed by the
manufacturer or authorized service providers.
3. Follow instruction for lubricating and chang-
ing accessories.
Rotary scissors safety warnings
The term “machine” in the warnings and precautions
refer to the combination of the rotary scissors and the
power unit.
The term “motor” in the warnings and precautions refers
to the engine or electric motor of the power unit.
General safety
1. First-time or inexperienced operator should
ask the dealer for training in all operation of
the machine. Never allow children, persons
with reduced physical, sensory or mental
capabilities or lack of experience and knowl-
edge or people unfamiliar with the instructions
to use the machine.

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2. It is recommended only to lend the machine
to people who have proven to be experienced.
Always hand over the instruction manual.
3.
Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use
common sense when operating the machine.
Do not use the machine while you are tired, ill,
or under the inuence of drugs, alcohol or med-
ication. A moment of inattention while operating
the machine may result in serious personal injury.
4. Avoid using the machine in bad weather
conditions especially when there is a risk of
lightning.
5. Follow your national and local regulation for
use of outdoor power machines.
Intended use of machine
This machine is only intended for cutting grass,
weeds, bushes and undergrowth. Never use the
machine for any other purpose. Use for unintended
purpose may result in serious injury.
Personal protective equipment
1. Always wear heavy, long pants, sturdy boots,
gloves, and a long-sleeve shirt. Do not wear loose
clothing, jewelry, short pants, sandals, or go bare-
foot. Secure hair so it is above shoulder level.
2. Always wear a helmet where there is a risk of
falling objects.
3. Wear ear protection, such as ear mu󰀨s.
Exposure to noise can cause hearing loss.
4. Always wear sturdy shoes with a non-slip
sole. This protects your feet against injuries and
ensures a good footing.
5. Wear a dust mask as necessary.
Preparation before use
1. Before use, always check the machine is safe
for operation:
— Check for fuel leaks.
—
Make sure all fasteners are in place and secure.
— Replace damaged parts.
— Make sure the cutting tool is properly
installed and securely fastened.
— Make sure the cutting tool guard is prop-
erly attached in the position as described
in this manual.
— Check the throttle trigger, lock-o󰀨 lever
and other control switch for smooth
action and proper function.
— Clean the handles for proper control of
the machine.
— Make sure the handles are installed as
described in this manual.
Failure to follow those instructions may cause
serious injury.
2. Use a sharp blade. Discard blades that are
bent, warped, cracked, broken, chipped or
damaged in any way. A dull blade is more likely
to snag and kickback.
3. Always use all required parts for xing the
blade properly. Improper xing parts can cause
the blade to y o󰀨 and seriously injure the operator
and/or bystanders.
Refueling
1. Stop the engine before refueling. Keep away
from open ames and sparks. Never smoke
during refueling. Otherwise re and/or explosion
may result.
2. Refuel outdoors. Refueling in a closed room can
cause explosion of fuel vapor.
3. Avoid contact with fuel or engine oil. Do not
inhale fuel vapor. If fuel or oil spills, wipe it o󰀨
from the machine and/or ground immediately.
If fuel spills on your clothes, change it immedi-
ately to prevent it from catching re.
4. After refueling, carefully tighten the fuel tank
cap and check for fuel leak. Move at least 3 m
(10 feet) away from the fueling source and site
before starting engine.
5. Only transport and store fuel in approved con-
tainers. Keep children away from the stored
fuel.
Starting up the rotary scissors
1. Keep children, bystanders and pets at least 15
m (50 feet) away, when starting up or using the
machine. Additionally, bystanders should wear
eye protection, as there is still a risk of injury
from thrown objects. Otherwise bystanders'
unexpected action or blade kickback may cause
serious injury to the operator and/or bystanders.
2. Start and operate the machine only outdoors
in a well ventilated area. Operation in a conned
or poorly ventilated area can result in death due to
su󰀨ocation or carbon monoxide poisoning.
3. 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.
4. If the cutting tool rotates at idle, adjust the idle
speed so that it stops at idle. Otherwise uninten-
tional contact with moving cutting tool may result
in serious injury.
5. Stop the motor immediately if you notice any
trouble.
Transportation
1. Stop the motor during transport. Otherwise
unintentional start-up may cause injury.
2. When transporting the machine, always attach
the cover to the cutting blade. Contact with bare
blades results in injury.
3. Ensure safe position of the machine during car
transportation to avoid fuel leakage.
4. Lift the entire machine from the ground when
carrying the machine. Dragging the machine
causes fuel tank damage and fuel leakage, result-
ing in re.
Operation
1. Only use the machine in good light and visi-
bility. Use in the dark or poor visibility area may
cause unexpected accident.
2. Avoid using the machine when it is hard to
keep your balance, for example, working on a
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3. During the winter season, beware of slippery
or wet areas, ice and snow to avoid slipping.
4. If you are approached, stop the motor.
Otherwise the rotating cutting tool may hit the
bystander and result in serious injury.
5. Clear the working area before operation.
Remove all objects such as rocks, broken
glass, nails, wire, or string, which can be
thrown or become entangled in the cutting
attachment. Foreign particles may damage the
cutting tool and can cause dangerous kickback.
6. To control the machine steadily, do the follow-
ing during operation:
— Hold the machine with both hands rmly
on your right side.
— Hang the machine on your shoulder(s)
with the shoulder harness.
— Ensure a safe footing. Never work on a
ladder or in a tree.
— Avoid over-reach.
— Keep cutting tool below waist level.
— Keep all parts of your body away from the
rotating cutting tool and hot surface.
Those actions reduce the risk of injury.
7. If weeds or branches get caught between the
cutting tool and guard, always stop the motor
before clearing. Otherwise unintentional blade
rotation may cause serious injury.
8. Never drop or throw the machine, unless an
emergency. If the machine drops or hits some-
thing, immediately check for fuel leakage,
safety devices and other damages. Operating
a malfunctioned machine may cause injury and/or
re.
9. Inspect the cutting tool frequently, or immedi-
ately after it hits a stone or other hard objects.
If the cutting tool breaks during operation, the
broken piece may y and cause injury.
10. Stop the motor when inspecting, cleaning or
replacing the cutting tool. Otherwise the cutting
tool may rotate unexpectedly and result in serious
injury.
11. Maintain proper control until the cutting tool
stops completely, when stopping the motor or
releasing the throttle trigger. A coasting blade
can cause injury.
12. Before starting the cutting operation, wait until
the cutting tool attains enough speed for cut-
ting. It reduces the risk of kickback and entangling
weeds.
13. Take a rest to prevent loss of control caused
by fatigue. We recommend taking a 10 to 20-min-
ute rest every hour.
14. Stop the motor and place it in safe location,
when resting or leaving the machine. It pre-
vents unexpected accident.
15. Do not touch the engine and its mu󰀪er or do
not put them onto combustible materials, while
the engine runs or just after stopping it, as
they are hot. Burn and/or re may result.
Cutting Tools
1. Use a suitable cutting tool for your work.
Always use the cutting tool guard properly
suited for the cutting tool used.
2. Never use metal multi-piece pivoting chains,
ail blades or blades not recommended in this
manual. Otherwise serious injury may result.
3. When handling the metal blade, always wear
gloves and put the blade cover on the blade.
The blade can cut bare hands.
4. When using metal blades, avoid “kickback”
and always prepare for an accidental kickback.
See the section Kickback.
5. Before and after each operation, make sure
that the cutting tool is attached securely.
During operation, check the cutting tool for
looseness in certain intervals.
Kickback (blade thrust)
Kickback (blade thrust) may occur when the spin-
ning blade contacts an object that it does not imme-
diately cut. It can be violent enough to cause the
unit and/or operator to be propelled in any direc-
tion, and possibly lose control of the unit, resulting
in serious injury. Kickback can occur without warn-
ing if the blade snags, stalls or binds and is more
likely to occur in areas where it is di󰀩cult to see the
material being cut.
Kickback occurs particularly when applying the
blade segment between 11 and 1 o’clock to solids,
bushes and trees with 3 cm or larger diameter.
► Fig.1
To avoid kickback:
1. Apply the segment between 8 and 11 o’clock
and between 1 and 4 o'clock.
2. Swing the tool evenly in half-circle from right
to left, like using a scythe. This allows the
proper segment of blade to contact plants to be
cut.
3. Never apply the segment between 11 and 1
o’clock.
► Fig.2
4. Never use cutting blades close to solids, such
as fences, walls, tree trunks and stones.
5. Never use cutting blades vertically, for such
operations as edging and trimming hedges.
6. Avoid using the tool in areas where it is di󰀩-
cult to see the object being cut.
Vibration
Exposing to excessive vibration injures blood ves-
sels or nervous system of the operator and causes
the following symptoms in the ngers, hands or
wrists: “Falling asleep” (numbness), tingling, pain,
stabbing sensation, or alteration of skin color or
of the skin. If any of these symptoms occur, see a
physician.
To reduce the risk of “white nger disease”, keep
your hands warm during operation and well main-
tain the machine and accessories.

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Maintenance
1. Have your machine serviced by our authorized
service center using only identical replace-
ment parts. Use only identical spare parts and
accessories supplied by MAKITA. Incorrect
repair and poor maintenance can shorten the life
of the machine and increase the risk of accidents.
2. Never alter or remove any components of the
machine. It may cause re and/or serious injury.
3. After use, clean the machine and check all
screws and nuts for tightness.
4. Check the condition of the cutting tool, cutting
tool guard and shoulder harness. The cutting
blade must be sharp. Never straighten or weld
damaged cutting tools.
Other instructions
1. Always store the machine in locked rooms and
with an emptied fuel tank.
2. Pay attention to the environment. Avoid unnec-
essary throttle operation for less pollution
and noise emissions. Adjust the carburetor
correctly.
3. Do not operate the engine with faulty exhaust
mu󰀪er.
First Aid
1. In case of accident make sure that a rst-aid
box is available in the vicinity of the cutting
operations. Immediately replace any item
taken from the rst aid box.
2. When asking for help, give the following
information:
— Place of accident
— What happened
— Number of injured persons
— Kind of injuries
— Your name
Additional safety instructions
1. Only use the dedicated cutting blade for
Rotary Scissors Attachment.
2. Only use the cutting tools that are marked with
a speed equal or higher than the speed marked
on the machine.
3. Inspect and maintain the machine regularly,
especially before/after use. Have the machine
repaired only by our authorized service center.
4. Before operation, make sure that the shoulder
harness is properly attached to the hanger on
the machine.
5. Remove any adjusting key or wrench before
turning the machine on. An accessory left
attached to a rotating part may result in personal
injury.
6. Be sure to remove the cover on the cutting
blade before operation.
7. Make sure there are no electrical cables, water
pipes, gas pipes etc. that could cause a hazard
if damaged by use of the machine.
8. Do not operate the machine in explosive atmo-
spheres, such as in the presence of ammable
liquids, gases or dust. Machine create sparks
which may ignite the dust or fumes.
9. Do not use the machine in damp or wet loca-
tions or expose it to rain. Water entering the
machine will increase the risk of electric shock,
re, and malfunction.
10. Do not use the machine on steep slopes and
slippery surface.
11. To avoid accident, leave more than 15m (50
ft) distance between operators when two or
more operators work in one area. Also, arrange
a person to observe the distance between
operators. If someone or an animal enter the
working area, immediately stop the operation.
12. Do not touch the gear case during and imme-
diately after the operation. The gear case
becomes hot during operation and can cause burn
injury.
13. Keep ngers away from switch trigger when
not operating the machine and when moving
from one operating position to another.
WARNING: Use of this product can create
dust containing chemicals which may cause
respiratory or other illnesses. Some examples of
these chemicals are compounds found in pesti-
cides, insecticides, fertilizers and herbicides.
Your risk from these exposures varies, depend-
ing on how often you do this type of work. To
reduce your exposure to these chemicals: work
in a well ventilated area, and work with approved
safety equipment, such as those dust masks that
are specially designed to lter out microscopic
particles.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
PARTS DESCRIPTION
► Fig.3
1Cap 2Pipe 3Gear case 4Protector
5Gear case access bolt 6Holder (for upper blade) 7Upper blade 8Lower blade
9Holder (for lower blade) 10 Clamp washer 11 Bolt 12 Blade cover
13 Hex wrench 14 Box wrench - - - -

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ASSEMBLY
WARNING: Before assembling or adjusting
the equipment, switch o󰀨 the motor and remove
the spark plug cap or battery cartridge. Otherwise
the cutting tool or other parts may move and result in
serious injury.
WARNING: Before handling cutter blade,
wear protective gloves. During the assembly or
adjustment, your ngers may contact with the cutter
blade and it may cause serious injury.
WARNING: When assembling or adjusting
the equipment, always put it down. Assembling or
adjusting the equipment in an upright position may
result in serious injury.
WARNING: Follow the warnings and precau-
tions in the section for safety warnings and the
instruction manual of the power unit.
Installing the protector
WARNING: Do not use this attachment
without protector at any time.
WARNING: Always use the protector sup-
plied with this attachment. The wrong protector
may not protect you from ying debris and stones. It
can also a󰀨ect the balance of the tool and result in
serious personal injury.
NOTICE: Periodically tighten the bolts on the
protector. Tighten the right and left bolts evenly
so that the gap between the clamp and the protec-
tor is constant.
Attach the protector to the clamp using bolts.
► Fig.4: 1. Clamp 2. Protector
Mounting the attachment pipe
CAUTION: Always check that the attach-
ment pipe is secured after installation. Improper
installation may cause the attachment falling o󰀨 from
the power unit and cause personal injury.
Mount the attachment pipe to the power unit.
1. Turn the lever of the power unit toward the attach-
ment side.
► Fig.5: 1. Lever
2. Remove the cap of the attachment. Align the pin
with the arrow mark and insert the attachment pipe until
the release button pops up.
► Fig.6: 1. Release button 2. Arrow mark 3. Pin
3. Turn the lever toward the power unit side.
► Fig.7: 1. Lever
Make sure that the surface of the lever is parallel to the pipe.
To remove the pipe, turn the lever toward the attach-
ment side and pull the pipe out while pressing down the
release button.
► Fig.8: 1. Release button 2. Lever 3. Pipe
OPERATION
WARNING: Follow the warnings and precau-
tions in the section for safety warnings and the
instruction manual of the power unit.
WARNING: If the cutting tool moves at
idle, adjust the idle speed of the engine down.
Otherwise you cannot stop the cutting tool by throttle
o󰀨 and it may cause serious injury.
CAUTION: Be careful not to let the running
blades contact with the ground or a hard object.
Doing so causes the tool kicked back and result in
personal injury.
CAUTION: Before operation, check the
bolts, nuts and screws for any looseness. Tighten
them if they are loose.
CAUTION: If the cut grass has got tangled
up in the cutting blades and rotation speed has
become slower or stopped, switch o󰀨 the motor
and remove the spark plug cap or battery car-
tridge and then remove the tangled grass.
CAUTION: This attachment is designed for
cutting lawn and weeds. Do not use the attach-
ment for other purpose.
NOTICE: Before operation, always check if
there is no foreign object such as cut grass
adhered to the cutting tool. Running the tool with a
foreign object adhered to the cutting tool may cause
malfunction.
NOTICE: Foreign objects may enter between
the upper and lower blades. Running the tool with
the foreign objects remaining between the blades
may cause malfunction. For how to remove them,
follow the instructions in the section for removing
jammed weeds.
Hold the machine so that the cutter blade become
parallel to the ground. Start the machine while the cutter
blade has no contact with the ground and hard objects.
Adjust the machine to the suitable rotation speed for the
grass being cut. Low rotation speed may tangle the cut
grass up in the cutting blades.
To cut grass, proceed forward while swinging the
machine evenly in half-circle from right to left, like using
a scythe. Adjust the swing speed according to the grass
to be cut.
► Fig.9
NOTE: The upper blade and lower blade rotates in
the opposite direction each other.

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MAINTENANCE
WARNING: Before inspecting or maintaining
the equipment, switch o󰀨 the motor and remove
the spark plug cap or battery cartridge. Otherwise
the cutting tool or other parts may move and result in
serious injury.
WARNING: When inspecting or maintaining
the equipment, always put it down. Assembling or
adjusting the equipment in an upright position may
result in serious injury.
WARNING: Follow the warnings and precau-
tions in the section for safety warnings and the
instruction manual of the power unit.
NOTICE: Never use gasoline, benzine, thinner,
alcohol or the like. Discoloration, deformation or
cracks may result.
To maintain product SAFETY and RELIABILITY,
repairs, any other maintenance or adjustment should
be performed by Makita Authorized or Factory Service
Centers, always using Makita replacement parts.
Overall inspection
• Tighten loose bolts, nuts and screws.
• Check for damaged parts and blades. Ask our
authorized service center to replace them if
necessary.
Cleaning the tool
Clean the attachment by wiping o󰀨 dust, dirt, or cut o󰀨
grass with a dry cloth or one dipped in soapy water and
wrung out. Remove the cut o󰀨 grass or debris adhered
to the cutter blade.
Dismounting the cutter blades
CAUTION: Always wear gloves when dis-
mounting the cutter blades.
When cleaning, sharpening, or replacing the cutter
blades, dismount them by the following procedure:
1. Remove the blade cover.
2. Set the box wrench onto the nut. Rotate the box
wrench so that the hole in the lower blade aligns with
the hole in the upper blade.
► Fig.10: 1. Box wrench 2. Hole in the lower blade
Look into the hole in the lower blade to check if the
correct hole in the upper blade is aligned. In the upper
blade, there are pins and two types of holes; true circle
and oval. Align the true circle hole in the upper blade
with the hole in the lower blade and then insert the hex
wrench into the holes.
► Fig.11: 1. Hole in the lower blade 2. True circle hole
in the upper blade 3. Oval hole in the upper
blade 4. Pin
► Fig.12: 1. Lower blade 2. Upper blade 3. Hex
wrench
NOTE: Choose the true circle hole in the upper blade
by referring the following information:
• When you rotate the lower blade counterclock-
wise, the true circle hole comes after the pin.
• When the oval hole is aligned with the hole in
the lower blade, you can insert the hex wrench
but there is a lot of backlash.
• When the pin is aligned with the hole in the
lower blade, you can see the screw thread in
the pin. In this case, you cannot insert the hex
wrench fully.
CAUTION: Do not put your ngers on the
blade when rotating the box wrench. The blades
rotate as you rotate the box wrench and it may cause
personal injury.
CAUTION: Always use the box wrench when
aligning the holes in the upper and lower blades.
3. While inserting the hex wrench, turn the bolt clock-
wise using the box wrench to loosen the bolt.
► Fig.13: 1. Box wrench 2. Hex wrench
4. Remove the bolt, clamp washer, and the holder
together with the lower blade.
► Fig.14: 1. Bolt 2. Clamp washer 3. Holder (for lower
blade) 4. Lower blade
5. While pushing the upper blade, rotate it counter-
clockwise to position the pin as shown in the gure.
After that, lift the upper blade from the holder to remove.
► Fig.15: 1. Upper blade 2. Holder (for upper blade)
3. Pin
6.
Remove the lower blade. To remove, rotate the lower
blade counterclockwise to position the pin as shown in the
gure and then lift the lower blade from the holder.
► Fig.16: 1. Lower blade 2. Holder (for lower blade)
3. Pin
NOTICE: After dismounting the cutter blades,
keep the bolt, clamp washer, and the holder in
place to avoid them from being lost.
NOTE: To install the cutter blades, refer to the section
for replacing the cutter blades.
Removing jammed weeds
NOTICE: Periodically remove jammed weeds
and foreign objects between the cutter blades and
in the holders. Using this attachment with weeds
jammed inside may result in malfunction.
Dismount the cutter blades. Remove jammed weeds
between the upper and lower blades. Also remove
the jammed weeds in the holders, especially around
the pins, using a brush. Be sure to clean the weeds
adhered to the holder as shown in the gure.
► Fig.17: 1. Holder (for upper blade) 2. Holder (for
lower blade)
Clean the cutter blades with water and dry them com-
pletely. After that, apply anti-rust oil.
NOTE: To dismount the cutter blades, refer to the
section for dismounting the cutter blade.

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Resharpening the cutter blades
CAUTION: Always wear gloves when
resharpening the cutter blades.
NOTICE: When resharpening the cutter blades,
sharpen both the upper and lower blade.
NOTICE: If the cutter blades have considerably
deformed by ling, replace them with new ones.
NOTICE: As a rough guide, sharpen the cutter
blades every 8 hours of use. Earlier resharpen-
ing is recommended if you often cut the weeds
together with their roots or cut the weeds on a
stony surface or a surface with a lot of obstacles.
Using dull cutter blades result in poor cutting perfor-
mance and damage to the machine.
NOTICE: Use a diamond le for sharpening
cutter blades. You can use a disc grinder instead.
1. Dismount the cutter blades from the attachment.
NOTE: Refer to the section for dismounting the cutter
blade for detail.
2. Sharpen the tips and cutting edges of both upper
and lower blades at the angle of 40° using a le.
► Fig.18: 1. Cutting edge 2. Tip 3. Rib 4. File
NOTE: The upper blade should be replaced when the
teeth have been worn to the rib.
3. Round the root of each blade as illustrated using
the le.
► Fig.19
NOTICE: Do not make the root of the blade
angled or chipped. Doing so result in a crack in the
cutting blade.
Replacing the cutter blades
Optional accessory
CAUTION: Always wear gloves when replac-
ing the cutter blades.
Before starting, make sure the direction of the upper
and lower blades; the cutting edges (angled surfaces)
on both upper and lower blade face outward each other
when assembled.
► Fig.20: 1. Cutting edge 2. Lower blade 3. Upper
blade
NOTICE: If the cutting edges faces same side
or inward each other, you will not able to cut
grass.
Install the cutting blades by the following procedure:
1. Dismount the old cutter blades from the
attachment.
NOTE: Refer to the section for dismounting the cutter
blade for detail.
2. Install a new upper blade onto the holder.
The upper blade has projection on one side. Be sure to
place the upper blade so that the projected side (arrow
marking printed) faces to the gear case.
► Fig.21: 1. Upper blade 2. Gear case 3. Projection
Align the oval holes in the upper blade with the pins.
Rotate the upper blade clockwise while pushing it down
until the pins hold the upper blade.
► Fig.22: 1. Upper blade 2. Holder (for upper blade)
3. Pin
NOTICE: Be sure to position the upper blade so
that all pins hold the upper blade.
3. Install a new lower blade onto the holder.
Place the lower blade so that the side with arrow mark-
ing faces to the holder and align the oval holes in the
blade with the pins. After that, rotate the lower blade
clockwise until the pins hold the lower blade.
► Fig.23: 1. Lower blade 2. Holder (for lower blade)
3. Pin
NOTICE: Be sure to position the lower blade so
that all pins hold the lower blade.
4. Put the lower blade (with the holder) onto the
upper blade while aligning the spline of the spindle with
that of the holder.
► Fig.24: 1. Lower blade 2. Holder (for lower blade)
3. Spindle 4. Upper blade
5. Place the clamp washer onto the holder while
aligning the spline of the spindle with that of the clamp
washer. After that, tighten the bolt by hand temporarily.
► Fig.25: 1. Bolt 2. Clamp washer
6. Align the holes in the lower and upper blades
and insert the hex wrench. After that, securely tighten
the bolt using the box wrench while the hex wrench is
inserted in the hole.
► Fig.26: 1. Box wrench 2. Hex wrench
NOTE: Refer to the section for dismounting the cutter
blades for how to align the holes of upper and lower
blades.
7. Remove the hex wrench and then put the blade
cover onto the cutting blades.
Lubricating moving parts
NOTICE: Follow the instruction of the fre-
quency and amount of grease supplied. Otherwise
insu󰀩cient lubrication may damage moving parts.
Gear case:
CAUTION: Do not apply grease when the
gear case is hot. Hot gear case can cause burn
injury.
Remove the gear case access bolt using the box
wrench.
Apply grease (Shell Alvania 2 or equivalent) to the gear
case through the grease hole every around 50 working
hours.
► Fig.27: 1. Grease hole

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Drive axle:
Apply grease (Shell Alvania 2 or equivalent) to the drive
axle every around 30 working hours.
► Fig.28
NOTE: Genuine Makita grease may be purchased
from your local Makita dealer.
Storage
WARNING: Follow the warnings and precau-
tions in the section for safety warnings and the
instruction manual of the power unit.
Attach the blade cover when not using this attachment.
► Fig.29: 1. Blade cover
When storing this attachment separated from the power
unit, put the cap onto the end of the pipe.
► Fig.30
CAUTION: Do not prop the attachment
against something such as a wall. The attachment
may fall suddenly and cause personal injury.
Interval of inspection and maintenance
Operating hour Before
operation
8 H 10 H / Daily 30 H 50 H
Whole unit Visually inspect for
damaged parts
----
All xing screws and
nuts
Tighten ----
Gear case Supply grease ----
Drive axle Supply grease - - - -
Cutter blade Visually inspect for
damage
- - -
Resharpen ----
Replace ---
(up to 40H)
-
Power unit Refer to the instruction manual of the power unit
TROUBLESHOOTING
Before asking for repairs, conduct your own inspection rst. If you nd a problem that is not explained in the man-
ual, do not attempt to dismantle the machine. Instead, ask Makita Authorized Service Centers, always using Makita
replacement parts for repairs.
State of abnormality Probable cause (malfunction) Remedy
Motor does not start. -Refer to the instruction manual of the power unit.
Motor stops soon. -Refer to the instruction manual of the power unit.
Motor speed does not increase. -Refer to the instruction manual of the power unit.
Cutting blades do not rotate.
Stop the motor immediately.
Irregular attachment of cutting blades Install the cutting blade properly.
Cutting blades caught a twig. Remove foreign matter
Abnormal drive system Contact an authorized service center for repairs.
The attachment vibrates abnormally.
Stop the motor immediately.
Broken, bent or worn cutting blades Replace the cutting blades.
Loose attachment of the cutting blades Tighten the bolt securely.
Irregular attachment of cutting blades Attach properly.
Abnormal drive system Contact an authorized service center for repairs.
Cutter blade does not stop imme-
diately.
Stop the motor immediately.
The power unit does not work properly. Refer to the instruction manual of the power unit.