Makita SW400MP Original Instruction Manual

Also see for BR400MP: Original instruction manual Original instruction manual

10 ENGLISHOPERATIONWARNING: Follow the warnings and precau-tions in the chapter “SAFETY WARNINGS” andthe instruction manual of the power unit.WARNING: Adjust the hanger position andshoulder harness to your comfortable positionbefore operating.WARNING: Wear dust mask and well venti-late the work area. Some material contains chem-icals which may be toxic. Take caution to preventdust inhalation and skin contact.CAUTION: Before operation, remove hardand/or long objects such as stones, cans, andropes from the working area. They may damagethe brushes or sweep drums or hinder the rotation ofthe brushes or sweep drums.If the surface to be cleaned is dry, spray it with water toreduce the dust. Hold the power brush / power sweepat a shallow angle, and push the power brush / powersweep at walking speed.CAUTION: The steeper the angle becomes,the more difficult it is to control the power brush /power sweep, and the more likely you are pushedback by the power brush / power sweep.MAINTENANCEWARNING: Before inspecting or maintainingthe equipment, switch off the motor and removethe spark plug cap or battery cartridge. Otherwisethe brush, sweep drum, or other parts may move andresult in serious injury.WARNING: When inspecting or maintainingthe equipment, always put it down. Assembling oradjusting the equipment in an upright position mayresult in serious injury.WARNING: Follow the warnings and precau-tions in the chapter “SAFETY WARNINGS” andthe instruction manual of the power unit.NOTICE: Never use gasoline, benzine, thinner,alcohol or the like. Discoloration, deformation orcracks may result.To maintain product SAFETY and RELIABILITY,repairs, any other maintenance or adjustment shouldbe performed by Makita Authorized or Factory ServiceCenters, always using Makita replacement parts.Cleaning the attachmentThe attachment can be washed with water. Use a nylonbrush or the similar to wash off dirt.321► 1. Power unit 2. Pipe end 3. Gear caseNOTICE: Do not pour water over the powerunit and pipe end. It may cause a malfunction of theattachment.For ease of cleaning, you can remove the brush orsweep drum from the brush unit or sweep drum unit.Refer to the instructions for replacing the brushes orsweep drums in this manual.