WA400MP - Uncategorized MAKITA - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL WA400MP MAKITA

• Specicationsmaydi󰀨erfromcountrytocountry. Approved power unit Thisattachmentisapprovedtouseonlywiththefollow- ing power unit(s):

• 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 Thefollowingsshowthesymbolswhichmaybeused fortheequipment.Besurethatyouunderstandtheir meaningbeforeuse. Read and follow the instruction manual. Wearprotectivehelmet,eyeandear protection. Wear protective gloves. Wearsturdybootswithnon-slipsoles. Warning;Disconnectbatterybefore maintenance. Keepyourfeetawayfromtheweeding blade. Keepbystandersandanimalsatleast5m awayfromthepowertool. Hotsurfaces-Burnstongersorhands. Guaranteed sound power level according to EU Outdoor Noise Directive. Sound power level according to Australia NSW Noise Control Regulation. Intended use Thisattachmentisdesignedforonlythepurposeof weedinggrassonthegroundinconjunctionwithan approved power unit. Never use the attachment for theotherpurpose.Abusingtheattachmentmaycause seriousinjury. 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 Kazuhisa Makino forthecompilationofthetechnicalleanddeclare underoursoleresponsibilitythattheproduct(s); Designation: Weeding Attachment. Designation of Type(s):WA400MP. Fulllsalltherelevantprovisionsof2006/42/EC and alsofulllsalltherelevantprovisionsofthefollowing EC/EU Directives: 2000/14/EC and are manufactured in accordance with the following Harmonised Standards: EN 62841-1:2015+A11:2022, EN ISO 11806-1:2022, EN IEC 62841-4-7:2022+A11:2022. Place and date of declaration: Kortenberg, Belgium.

Responsibleperson:Kazuhisa Makino, Director - Makita Europe N.V.8 ENGLISH 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 Kazuhisa Makino forthecompilationofthetechnicalleanddeclare underoursoleresponsibilitythattheproduct(s); Designation: Weeding Attachment. Designation of Type(s):WA400MP. FulllsalltherelevantprovisionsofS.I. 2008/1597 (as amended)andalsofulllsalltherelevantprovi- sions of the following UK Regulations: S.I. 2001/1701 (as amended) and are manufactured in accordance with the following Designated Standards: EN 62841-

1:2015+A11:2022, EN ISO 11806-1:2022, EN IEC

62841-4-7:2022+A11:2022. Place and date of declaration: Kortenberg, Belgium.

Do not use the machine in bad weather condi- tions, especially when there is a risk of lightning. Thisdecreasestheriskofbeingstruckbylightning.

2. Thoroughly inspect the area for wildlife where

the machine is to be used.Wildlifemaybe injuredbythemachineduringoperation.

3. Thoroughly inspect the area where the

machine is to be used and remove all stones, sticks, wires, bones, and other foreign objects. Thrownobjectscancausepersonalinjury.

Before using the machine, always visually inspect to see that the weeding blade is not damaged.Damagedpartincreasestheriskofinjury.

5. Follow instructions for changing accessories.

Improperlytightenedbladesecuringnutsorbolts mayeitherdamagethebladeorresultinitbecom- ing detached.

6. Wear eye, ear, head and hand protection.

Adequate protective equipment will reduce per- sonalinjurybyyingdebrisoraccidentalcontact withthecuttinglineorblade.

While operating the machine, always wear non- slip and protective footwear. Do not operate the machine when barefoot or wearing open sandals.Thisreducesthechanceofinjurytothe feet from contact with the moving cutters or lines.

8. While operating the machine, always wear long

trousers. Exposed skin increases the likelihood of injuryfromthrownobjects.

9. Keep bystanders away while operating the

machine.Throwndebriscanresultinserious personalinjury.

10. Always use two hands when operating the

machine.Holdingthemachinewithbothhands will avoid loss of control.

11. Hold the machine by the insulated gripping

surfaces only, because the cutting line or blade may contact hidden wiring. Cutting line or bladescontactinga"live"wiremaymakeexposed metalpartsofthemachine"live"andcouldgive the operator an electric shock.

12. Always keep proper footing and operate the

machine only when standing on the ground. Slipperyorunstablesurfacesmaycausealossof balanceorcontrolofthemachine.

13. Do not operate the machine on excessively

steep slopes. This reduces the risk of loss of control,slippingandfallingwhichmayresultin personalinjury.

14. When working on slopes, always be sure of

your footing, always work across the face of slopes, never up or down and exercise extreme caution when changing direction. This reduces the risk of loss of control, slipping and fallingwhichmayresultinpersonalinjury.

15. Keep all parts of the body away from the

weeding blade when the machine is operating. Before you start the machine, make sure the weeding blade is not contacting anything. A moment of inattention while operating the machine mayresultininjurytoyourselforothers.

16. Do not operate the machine above waist

height. This helps prevent unintended weeding bladecontactandenablesbettercontrolofthe machine in unexpected situations.

17. When cutting brush or saplings that are under

tension, be alert for spring back. When the tensioninthewoodbresisreleased,thebrushor saplingmaystriketheoperatorand/orthrowthe machine out of control.

18. Use extreme caution when cutting brush and

saplings.Theslendermaterialmaycatchthe bladeandbewhippedtowardyouorpullyouo󰀨 balance.

19. Maintain control of the machine and do not

touch weeding blade and other hazardous moving parts while they are still in motion. This reducestheriskofinjuryfrommovingparts.

20. Carry the machine with the machine switched

o󰀨 and away from your body. Proper handling of the machine will reduce the likelihood of acciden- talcontactwithamovingcutter,lineorblade.

21. When transporting or storing the machine,

always t the cover on the weeding blade. Proper handling of the machine will reduce the likelihoodofaccidentalcontactwiththeblade.

22. Only use replacement weeding blades speci-

ed by the manufacturer. Incorrect replacement partsmayincreasetheriskofbreakageandinjury.

23. When clearing jammed material or servicing

the machine, make sure the switch is o󰀨 and the battery pack is removed. Unexpected start- ingofthemachinewhileclearingjammedmaterial orservicingmayresultinseriouspersonalinjury.9 ENGLISH Additional safety warnings General instructions

1. To ensure correct operation, user has to read

this instruction manual to make himself famil- iar with the handling of the equipment. Users insu󰀩cientlyinformedwillriskdangertothem- selves as well as others due to improper handling.

2. Never allow children, persons with reduced

physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge or people unfamiliar with these instructions to use the machine, local regulations may restrict the age of the operator.

3. Use the equipment with the utmost care and

4. Operate the equipment only if you are in good

physical condition. Perform all work calmly and carefully. Use common sense and keep in mind that the operator or user is responsible for accidents or hazards occurring to other people or their property.

5. Never operate the machine while people, espe-

cially children, or pets are nearby.

6. The motor is to be switched o󰀨 immediately in

case that the equipment shows any problem or abnormal sign.

7. Switch o󰀨 and remove the battery cartridge

when resting and when leaving the equipment unattended, and place it in a safe location to prevent danger to others or damage to the equipment.

8. Avoid using the machine in bad weather

conditions especially when there is a risk of lightning. Personal protective equipment

1. Wear eye protection and stout shoes at all

times while operating the machine.

2. Always wear substantial footwear and long

trousers while operating the machine. Starting up the equipment

1. Make sure that there are no children or other

people nearby, also pay attention to any ani- mals in the working vicinity. Otherwise stop using the equipment.

2. During operation, keep bystanders or animals

at least 5 m away from the tool. Stop the tool as soon as someone approaches.

3. Before use always check that the equipment

is safe for operation. Check the security of the cutting tool and the switch trigger for easy and proper action. Check for clean and dry handles and test the function of the start/stop.

4. Check damaged parts before further use of

the equipment. A part that is damaged should be carefully checked to determine that it will operate properly and perform its intended function. Check for alignment of moving parts, binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, mounting, and any other condition that may a󰀨ect its operation. A part that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced by our authorized service center unless indicated elsewhere in this manual.

5. Switch on the motor only when the hands and

feet are away from the cutting tool.

6. Before starting make sure that the cutting tool

has no contact with any objects.

7. Hold the tool rmly when using the tool.

8. Avoid unintentional starting. Do not carry the

tool when the battery cartridge is installed and with nger on the switch. Make sure that the switch is o󰀨 when installing the battery cartridge.

9. Before operation, examine the work area for

wire fences, stones, or other solid objects. They can damage the weeding blade.

10. Check the hedges and bushes for foreign

objects, such as wire fences or hidden wiring before operating the tool. Method of operation

1. Only use the equipment 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 on slopes and be sure to walk and never run.

2. Take care against injury to feet and hands from

3. Never stand on a ladder and run the

4. Never climb up into trees to perform cutting

operation with the equipment.

5. Never work on unstable surfaces.

6. Remove sand, stones, nails etc. found within

the working range.Foreignparticlesmaydam- age the cutting tool and can cause dangerous kick-backs.

7. Should the cutting tool hit stones or other hard

objects, immediately switch o󰀨 the motor and inspect the cutting tool.

8. Inspect the cutting tool at short regular inter-

vals for damage (detection of hairline cracks by means of tapping-noise test).

9. Always remove the battery cartridge from the

equipment: — whenever leaving the equipment unattended; — before clearing a blockage; — before checking, cleaning or working on the equipment; — after striking a foreign object; — whenever the equipment starts vibrating abnormally.

10. Cutting means continues to run after the motor

11. When attaching or removing the blade cover,

be careful not to injure your hands. Maintenance instructions

1. The condition of the equipment, in particular of

the cutting tool of the protective devices must be checked before commencing work.

2. Turn o󰀨 the motor and remove the battery

cartridge before carrying out maintenance, replacing cutting tools or cleaning the equip- ment or cutting tool.10 ENGLISH

3. When not in use, attach the blade cover to the

tool and store the tool indoors in dry, and high locked-up place, out of reach of children. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.

WARNING: DO NOT let comfort or familiarity

with product (gained from repeated use) replace strict adherence to safety rules for the subject product. MISUSE or failure to follow the safety rules stated in this instruction manual may cause serious personal injury. PARTS DESCRIPTION ►Fig.1: 1. Blade cover 2. Cap 3.Weedingblade ASSEMBLY

WARNING: Before assembling or adjusting

the equipment, switch o󰀨 the motor and remove the battery cartridge.Otherwise,themachinemay startunintentionallyandresultinaninjury.

When assembling or adjusting the equipment, always put it down. Assemblingoradjustingthe equipmentinanuprightpositionmayresultinseriousinjury.

WARNING: Follow the warnings and precau-

tions in the chapter “SAFETY WARNINGS” and the instruction manual of the power unit. Assembling the attachment

1. Attachthe2adjustingplatestotheattachmentso

that the grooves of the plates face outward. ►Fig.2: 1.Adjustingplate

2. Attachtheweedingbladetotheadjustingplates

whileopeningthebladeoutwardslightly. Whenattachingtheweedingblade,makesurethe arrow points toward the pipe. ►Fig.3: 1. Arrow Theangleoftheweedingbladecanbechangedby aligningtheprotrusionontheweedingbladewiththe oneoftheprotrusionsontheadjustingplates. ►Fig.4: 1. Protrusion NOTICE: Make sure that the arrows on the weed- ing blade face in the direction shown in the gure. ►Fig.5: 1. Arrow

tightentheboltwiththewrench. Makesurethattheboltissecurelytightened. ►Fig.7: 1. Bolt 2. Nut NOTE:Tighteningtorque:5-10N•m Mounting the attachment pipe CAUTION: Always check that the attachment pipe is secured after installation. Improper instal- lationmaycausetheattachmentfallingo󰀨fromthe powerunitandcausepersonalinjury. Mount the attachment pipe to the power unit.

1. Remove the cap from the end of the pipe.

►Fig.8: 1. Pipe 2. Cap NOTICE: Do not dispose of the cap since the cap is necessary for storing the attachment.

2. Turn the lever toward the attachment.

3. Align the pin with the arrow mark on the power

unit.Insertthepipeuntilthereleasebuttonpopsup. Make sure that the position line is on the tip of the arrow mark on the power unit, and the arrow mark on the power unit and the arrow mark on the pipe are facing each other. ►Fig.10: 1.Releasebutton2. Arrow mark on the power unit 3. Pin 4. Position line 5. Arrow mark on the pipe

4. Turn the lever toward the power unit.

►Fig.11: 1. Lever Make sure that the surface of the lever is parallel to the pipe. NOTICE: Do not tighten the lever without the attachment pipe inserted.Otherwisethelevermay tighten the entrance of the drive shaft too much and damage it. To remove the pipe, turn the lever toward the attach- ment and pull the pipe out while pressing down the releasebutton. ►Fig.12: 1.Releasebutton2. Lever 3. Pipe Removing or attaching the blade cover Toremovethebladecover,pushthebladecovertoward the inside and turn it. ►Fig.13: 1. Blade cover Toattachthebladecover,hookthebladecovertoone sideoftheweedingblade,andthenturnit. ►Fig.14: 1. Blade cover NOTE:Youcanattachthebladecovertothepipeas showninthegure. ►Fig.15: 1. Blade cover Installing or removing the weeding blade CAUTION: When replacing the weeding blade, always wear gloves so that your hands do not directly contact the weeding blade. CAUTION: Attach the blade cover before removing or installing the weeding blade.11 ENGLISH

3. Removetheweedingbladewhileopeningthe

weedingbladeoutwardslightly. ►Fig.17 Installtheweedingbladereferringtotheinstructionsfor assemblingtheattachment. FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION CAUTION: Always be sure that the tool is switched o󰀨 and the battery cartridge is removed before adjusting or checking function on the tool. Adjusting the cutting angle CAUTION: Always be sure that the tool is switched o󰀨 before adjusting the cutting angle. Theangleoftheweedingbladecanbechangedin three levels. To change the angle, align the protrusion ontheweedingbladewiththeoneoftheprotrusionson theadjustingplates,andtheninstalltheweedingblade.

1. Loosentheboltthatxthecuttingbladewiththe

WARNING: Follow the warnings and precau-

tions in the chapter “SAFETY WARNINGS” and the instruction manual of the power unit. Operating the tool

WARNING: Keep hands away from weeding

WARNING: Be extremely careful to maintain

control of the tool at all times. Do not allow the tool to be deected toward you or anyone in the work vicinity. Failure to keep control of the tool couldresultinseriousinjurytothebystanderandthe operator.

WARNING: Before weeding, clear away sticks

and stones from the weeding area. NOTE: This tool is intended for removing weeds less than15cm(5-7/8"). ►Fig.19 CAUTION: Avoid operating the tool in very hot weather as much as practicable. When operat- ing the tool, be careful of your physical condition. CAUTION: Be careful not to accidentally con- tact a metal fence or other hard objects while weed- ing.Theweedingblademaybreakandcauseaninjury. CAUTION: Overreaching with the tool, partic- ularly from a ladder, is extremely dangerous. Do notworkwhilestandingonanythingwobblyorinrm. NOTICE: Do not use the tool in a way that causes the motor to stop or to rotate extremely slowly. Holdthetoolwithbothhandsbyholdingthefronthan- dle and the rear grip of the power unit. ►Fig.20: 1. Front handle 2. Rear grip Turnthetoolonwiththeweedingbladeo󰀨theground.Place theweedingbladeontheground,andpullthetooltoward youslowlytoweed.Itiseasiertoworkwhentheweeding bladeisatananglenearlyperpendiculartotheground. ►Fig.21 ►Fig.22 MAINTENANCE

WARNING: Before inspecting or maintaining

the equipment, switch o󰀨 the motor and remove the battery cartridge.Otherwise,themachinemay startunintentionallyandresultinseriousinjury.

WARNING: When inspecting or maintaining

the equipment, always put it down.Assemblingor adjustingtheequipmentinanuprightpositionmay resultinseriousinjury.

WARNING: Follow the warnings and precau-

tions in the chapter “SAFETY WARNINGS” and the instruction manual of the power unit. CAUTION: Wear gloves when performing the inspection or maintenance. NOTICE: Never use gasoline, benzine, thinner, alcohol or the like. Discoloration, deformation or cracks may result. To maintain product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs,anyothermaintenanceoradjustmentshould beperformedbyMakitaAuthorizedorFactoryService Centers,alwaysusingMakitareplacementparts. Cleaning the tool Cleanthetoolbywipingo󰀨dustwithadryclothorone dippedinsoapywaterandwrungout. Blade maintenance After operation, remove the entangled grass or roots fromtheblade. NOTICE: Do not wash the blade in water. Doing so maycauserustordamagetothebladeorattachment.12 ENGLISH Storage Attachthebladecovertotheweedingblade.Storethe tool out of the reach of children. Store the tool in a place not exposed to moisture or rain. When storing the attachment separated from the power unit, put the cap onto the end of the pipe. ►Fig.23 Lubricating moving parts NOTICE: Follow the instruction of the frequency and amount of grease supplied.Otherwiseinsu󰀩- cientlubricationmaydamagemovingparts. Drive axle: Applygrease(MakitagreaseNNo.2orequivalent) every25hoursofoperation. ►Fig.24 NOTE:GenuineMakitagreasemaybepurchased fromyourlocalMakitadealer. Grease lubrication Interval of lubrication:Every25operatinghours

TROUBLESHOOTING Beforeaskingforrepairs,conductyourowninspectionrst.Ifyoundaproblemthatisnotexplainedinthemanual, donotattempttodismantlethetool.Instead,askMakitaAuthorizedServiceCenters,alwaysusingMakitareplace- ment 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. Weedingbladedonotmove: stopthemachineimmediately! Thedrivesystemdoesnotwork correctly. Askyourlocalauthorizedservicecenterforrepair. Abnormalvibration: stopthemachineimmediately! Weedingbladeisbroken,bentorworn. Replacetheweedingblade. Thedrivesystemdoesnotwork correctly. Askyourlocalauthorizedservicecenterforrepair. Weedingbladeandmotorcannot stop: Removethebatteryimmediately! Electric malfunction. Removethebatteryandaskyourlocalauthorized service center for repair. OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES CAUTION: These accessories or attachments are recommended for use with your Makita machine specied in this manual.Theuseofany other accessories or attachments might present a risk ofinjurytopersons.Onlyuseaccessoryorattach- ment for its stated purpose. Ifyouneedanyassistanceformoredetailsregard- ingtheseaccessories,askyourlocalMakitaService Center.