Makita EE400MP User manual

Edger Attachment
EE400MP
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Original Instruction Manual
WARNING: Before use, read this booklet and the instruction manual of the power unit. Failure to follow the
warnings and instructions may cause serious or fatal injury.

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English (Original instructions)
Contents
Page
Foreword
Thank you very much for purchasing Makita edger attachment.
This attachment is designed to be mounted on Makita power unit
mentioned in this instruction manual.
Before use, please read this booklet and the instruction manual of
the power unit. They will assist you to obtain the best possible result
from your Makita edger attachment.
Symbols
The following symbols are used on the attachment and this
instruction manual. Understand these denitions.
Take particular care and attention.
Read instruction manual.
15m(50 FT )
Keep working area clear of persons
Wear a eye and ear protection.
Wear protective gloves.
Wear sturdy boots with nonslip soles.
Steeltoed safety boots are recommended.
Forbidden!
First Aid
Contents .......................................................................................... 2
Foreword ......................................................................................... 2
Symbols .......................................................................................... 2
Approved power unit........................................................................ 3
Part description................................................................................ 3
Safety precautions........................................................................... 3
Assembly and adjustment ............................................................... 4
Operation......................................................................................... 5
Inspection and maintenance............................................................ 5
Storage............................................................................................ 6
Maintenance schedule..................................................................... 7
Troubleshooting............................................................................... 7
Technical Data................................................................................. 7

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Approved power unit
This attachment is approved to use only with the following power
unit(s):
BUX360, BUX361, BUX362, UX360D, UX361D, UX362D, DUX60,
DUX18, UX01G
Cordless multi function power head
WARNING:
Never use the attachment with non-approved power unit.
Non-approved combination may cause serious injury.
Part description
1
2
3
5
4
The numbers below refer to the gure.
1. Shaft
2. Blade case
3. Wheel
4. Gear case
5. Blade
Safety precautions
WARNING:
Read all safety warnings and all instructions in this booklet
and the instruction manual of the power unit. Failure to follow
the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, re
and/or serious injury.
Save all warnings and instructions for future reference.
The term “edger” and “equipment” in the warnings and precautions
refer to the combination of the attachment and the power unit.
The term “motor” in the warnings and precautions refers to the
electric motor of the power unit.
Intended use
• This equipment is only intended for edging the lawn in
conjunction with an approved power unit. Never use the
attachment for the other purpose. Abusing the attachment may
cause serious injury.
General precautions
• Before starting the equipment, read this booklet and the
instruction manual of the power unit to become familiar with the
handling of the equipment.
• Do not lend the attachment to a person with insu󰀩cient
experience or knowledge regarding handling of the equipment.
• When lending the attachment, always attach this instruction
manual.
• Do not allow children or young persons under 18 years old to use
the equipment. Keep them away from the equipment.
• Handle the equipment with the utmost care and attention.
• Never use the equipment after consuming alcohol or drugs, or if
feeling tired or ill.
• Keep in mind that the operator or user is responsible for
accidents or hazards occurring to other people or their property.
• Never attempt to modify the attachment.
• Follow the regulations about handling of the equipment in your
country.
Personal protective equipment
• Wear safety helmet, protective goggles and protective gloves to
protect yourself from ying debris or falling objects.
• Wear ear protection such as ear mu󰀨s to prevent hearing loss.
• Wear proper clothing and shoes for safe operation, such as
a work overall and sturdy, non-slip shoes. Do not wear loose
clothing or jewelry. Loose clothes, jewelry or long hair can be
caught in moving parts.
• When touching the cutting blade, wear protective gloves. Cutting
blades can cut bare hands severely.
Work area safety
• Operate the equipment under good visibility and daylight
conditions only. Do not operate the equipment in darkness or fog.
• During operation, never stand on an unstable or slippery surface
or a steep slope. During the cold season, beware of ice and snow
and always ensure secure footing.
• During operation, keep bystanders or animals at least 15 m
away from the equipment. Stop the motor as soon as someone
approaches.
• Before operation, examine the work area for stones or other solid
objects. They can be thrown or cause dangerous kickback and
result in serious injury and/or property damage.
• 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
pesticides, insecticides, fertilizers and herbicides.
Your risk from these exposures varies, depending 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.
Putting into operation
• Before assembling or adjusting the equipment, switch o󰀨 the
motor and remove the battery cartridge.
• Before handling the cutter blade, wear protective gloves.
• Before starting the motor, inspect the equipment for damages,
loose screws/nuts or improper assembly. If the cutter blade
is bent or damaged, replace it. Check all control levers and
switches for easy action. Clean and dry the handles.
• Never attempt to start the motor if the equipment is damaged or
not fully assembled. Otherwise serious injury may result.
• Adjust the shoulder harness and hand grip to suit the operator’s
body size.

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Operation
• In the event of an emergency, switch o󰀨 the motor immediately.
• If you feel any unusual condition (e.g. noise, vibration) during
operation, switch o󰀨 the motor. Do not use the equipment until
the cause is recognized and solved.
• The cutting tool continues to rotate for a short period after switch
o󰀨 the motor. Don’t rush to contact the cutting tool.
• During operation, use the shoulder harness. Keep the equipment
on your right side rmly.
• Hold the front handle with the left hand and the rear grip with the
right hand, no matter you are right-hander or left-hander. Wrap
your nger and thumbs around the handles.
• Never attempt to operate the equipment with one hand. Loss of
control may result in serious or fatal injury. To reduce the risk of
injury, keep your hands and feet away from the cutting tool.
• Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
Watch for hidden obstacles such as tree stumps, roots and
ditches to avoid stumbling.
• Never work on a ladder or tree to avoid loss of control.
• If the equipment gets heavy impact or fall, check the condition
before continuing work. Check the controls and safety devices
for malfunction. If there is any damage or doubt, ask Makita
authorized service center for the inspection and repair.
• Do not touch the gear case. The gear case becomes hot during
operation.
• Take a rest to prevent loss of control caused by fatigue. We
recommend taking a 10 to 20-minute rest every hour.
• When you leave the equipment, even if it is a short time, always
remove the battery cartridge. The equipment unattended may be
used by unauthorized person and cause serious accident.
• Follow the instruction manual of the power unit for proper use of
the control lever and switch.
• During or after operation, do not put the hot equipment onto dry
grass or combustible materials.
• If grass or branches get caught between the cutting tool and
guard, always stop the motor and remove the battery cartridge
before cleaning. Otherwise unintentional blade rotation may
cause serious injury.
• If the cutting tool hits stones or other hard objects, immediately
switch o󰀨 the motor and inspect the cutting tool.
• Check the cutting tool frequently during operation for cracks or
damages. Before the inspection, switch o󰀨 the motor and wait
until the cutting tool stops completely. Replace damaged cutting
tool immediately, even if it has only supercial cracks.
• Never cut above waist height.
• Before starting the cutting operation, wait until the cutting tool
reaches a constant speed after pulling the trigger.
• Always be sure of your footing on slopes.
• Walk, never run.
• Use extreme caution when reversing or pulling the edger toward
you.
• Make sure the blade has stopped before crossing surfaces other
than grass and when transporting the edger to and from the area
to be edged.
Cutting tools
• Never use inappropriate blades including metal multi-piece
pivoting chains and ail blades. It may result in serious injury.
• Always use the cutting tool guard properly suited for the cutting
tool used.
Vibration
• People with poor circulation who are exposed to excessive
vibration may experience injury to blood vessels or the nervous
system. Vibration may cause the following symptoms to occur in
the ngers, hands or wrists: “Falling asleep” (numbness), tingling,
pain, stabbing sensation, 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 maintain the equipment and
accessories.
Transport
• Before transporting the equipment, switch o󰀨 the motor and
remove the battery cartridge. Remove the cutting tool.
Maintenance
• Have your equipment serviced by our authorized service center,
always using only genuine replacement parts. Incorrect repair
and poor maintenance can shorten the life of the equipment and
increase the risk of accidents.
• Before doing any maintenance or repair work or cleaning the
equipment, always switch o󰀨 the motor and remove the battery
cartridge. Wait until the motor gets cold.
• To reduce the risk of re, never service the equipment in the
vicinity of re.
• Always wear protective gloves when handling the cutting blade.
• Always clean dust and dirt o󰀨 the equipment. Never use gasoline,
benzine, thinner, alcohol or the like for the purpose. Discoloration,
deformation or cracks of the plastic components may result.
• After each use, tighten all screws and nuts.
• Do not attempt any maintenance or repair not described in this
booklet or the instruction manual of the power unit. Ask Makita
authorized service center for such work.
• Always use Makita genuine spare parts and accessories only.
Using parts or accessories supplied by a third party may result
in the equipment breakdown, property damage and/or serious
injury.
• Request Makita authorized service center to inspect and maintain
the equipment at regular interval.
Storage
• Before storing the equipment, perform full cleaning and
maintenance. Remove the battery cartridge. Remove the cutting
tool.
• Store the equipment in a dry and high or locked location out of
reach of children.
• Do not prop the equipment against something, such as a wall.
Otherwise it may fall suddenly and cause an injury.
First aid
• Always have a rst-aid kit close by. Immediately replace
any item taken from the rst aid kit.
• When asking for help, give the following information:
– Place of the accident
– What happened
– Number of injured persons
– Nature of the injury
– Your name
Assembly and adjustment
WARNING:
• Before assembling or adjusting the equipment, switch o󰀨 the
motor and remove the battery cartridge. Otherwise the cutting
tool or other parts may move and result in serious injury.
• Before handling cutting blade, wear protective gloves. During the
assembly or adjustment, your ngers may contact with the cutting
blade and it may cause serious injury.
• When assembling or adjusting the equipment, always put it down.
Assembling or adjusting the equipment in an upright position may
result in serious injury.
• Follow the warnings and precautions in the chapter “Safety
precautions” and the instruction manual of the power unit.

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Mounting the attachment to a power unit
A
C
D
B
2
3
1
4
To mount the attachment to a power unit, follow the steps below.
1. Make sure that the lock lever (A) is not tightened.
2. Align the pin (B) with the arrow mark (C).
3. Insert the shaft into the drive shaft of the power unit until the
release button (D) pops up.
4. Tighten the lock lever (A) rmly as shown.
To remove the attachment, loosen the lock lever, press the lock
button and withdraw the shaft.
NOTICE: Do not tighten the lock lever (A) without the shaft of the
attachment inserted. Otherwise the lock lever may tighten the
entrance of the drive shaft too much and damage it.
Installing and removing the blade
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
(5)
1. Turn the receive washer (2) so that the hole on the receive
washer aligns with the hole on the gear case.
2. Insert the hex wrench (1) through the holes. Make sure the
receive washer does not turn.
3. Holding the hex wrench, turn the nut (5) clockwise with using a
socket wrench.
4. Remove the nut and the clamp (4).
5. Place the blade (3).
6. Return the clamp and the nut.
7. Holding the hex wrench, turn the nut counterclockwise to fasten
the blade.
To remove the blade, perform the above steps in reverse.
NOTE: The cutter blade-fastening nut (with spring washer) wears
out in course of time. If there appears any wear or deformation on
the nut, replace it.
Operation
WARNING:
• Follow the warnings and precautions in the chapter “Safety
precautions” and the instruction manual of the power unit.
Adjusting the blade depth
– Loosen the nut on the wheel.
– Move the wheel and adjust the height according to the operation,
then tighten the nut.
Operation tips
– Before edging, water the area to soften the ground and make
edging easier.
– Before edging, check the area and remove all obstacles and
objects that could be thrown.
– Plan to edge regularly to make it easier to keep a neat edge and
to avoid having to make more than one pass.
NOTE:
Blade depth may have to be adjusted due to di󰀨erences in height
between the hard surface and the top of the grass.
– Adjust the blades’ depth of cut to produce a ne cut between
sidewalk and grass using a minimum blade depth, usually with
about 13 mm (1/2”) of the blade into the ground.
Inspection and maintenance
WARNING:
• Before inspecting or maintaining the equipment, switch o󰀨 the
motor and remove the battery cartridge. Otherwise the cutting
tool or other parts may move and result in serious injury.
• When inspecting or maintaining the equipment, always put it
down. Assembling or adjusting the equipment in an upright
position may result in serious injury.
• Follow the warnings and precautions in the chapter “Safety
precautions” and the instruction manual of the power unit.
Resharpening the cutting tool
WARNING:
Do not resharpen cutting blades by yourself. Manual resharpening
unbalances a cutting blade and it can cause vibrations and damage
to the equipment.
Ask Makita authorized service center to resharpen and rebalance
blunt cutter blades.
Lubricating moving parts
NOTICE: Follow the instruction of the frequency and amount of
grease supplied. Otherwise insu󰀩cient lubrication may damage
moving parts.
Gear case:
Supply grease (Shell Alvania 2 or equivalent) to the gear case (1)
through the grease hole (2) every 30 hours of operation. (Genuine
Makita grease may be purchased from your local Makita dealer.)

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(1)
(2)
Drive axle:
Supply grease (Shell Alvania No.2 or equivalent) every 30 hours of
operation.
Overall inspection
• Tighten loose bolts, nuts and screws.
• Check for damaged parts. Ask Makita authorized service center
to replace them.
Storage
WARNING:
Follow the warnings and precautions in the chapter “Safety
precautions” and the instruction manual of the power unit.
When storing the edger attachment separated from the power unit,
put the cap onto the end of the shaft.

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Maintenance schedule
Operating hour Before
Operation Daily (10h) 30h If required Corresponding
page
Whole unit Visually inspect for damaged
parts 6
All xing screws and nuts Tighten 6
Gear case Supply grease 5
Drive axle Supply grease 6
Cutter blade Visually inspect for damage 5
Power unit Refer to the instruction manual of the power unit
Troubleshooting
Problem Probable cause Solution
The cutting tool does not rotate.
Stop the motor immediately!
The cutting blade is not tightened securely. Tighten the cutting blade securely.
A twig is caught between the cutting blade
and the protector.
Remove the foreign matter.
The drive system does not work properly. Ask Makita authorized service center to
inspect and repair it.
The unit vibrates abnormally.
Stop the motor immediately!
The cutting blade is bent, worn or broken. Replace the cutting blade with new one.
The cutting blade is not tightened securely. Tighten the cutting blade securely.
The cutting blade is not tted on the receive
washer.
Install the cutting blade properly.
The drive system does not work properly. Ask Makita authorized service center to
inspect and repair it.
The cutting tool does not stop.
Stop the motor immediately!
The power unit does not work properly. Refer to the instruction manual of the power
unit.
Technical Data
Model EE400MP
Dimensions (L x W x H) mm 878 x 131 x 291
Net weight (Not including protector and blade) kg 2.4
Cutting blade diameter mm 203
Gear ratio 14/29

Makita Corporation
3-11-8, Sumiyoshi-cho,
Anjo, Aichi 446-8502 Japan
885310A888 www.makita.com
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