11 ENGLISHInterval of inspection and maintenanceOperating hour BeforeOperationDaily (10 hours) 30 hoursWhole unit Visually inspect for damaged parts - -Drive axle Supply grease - -Power unit Refer to the instruction manual of the power unitTROUBLESHOOTINGBefore asking for repairs, conduct your own inspection first. If you find a problem that is not explained in the manual,do not attempt to disassemble the machine. Instead, ask Makita Authorized Service Centers, always using Makitareplacement parts for repairs.State of abnormality Probable cause (malfunction) RemedyMotor or engine does not start. - Refer to the instruction manual of the power unit.Motor or engine stops soon. - Refer to the instruction manual of the power unit.Motor or engine speed does notincrease.- Refer to the instruction manual of the power unit.Fans do not rotate.Stop the motor or engineimmediately.The pipes of the power unit and theattachment are not connected properly.Connect the pipes in the correct way.Abnormal drive system Contact an authorized service center for repairs.Power unit vibrates abnormally.Stop the motor or engineimmediately.Abnormal drive system Contact an authorized service center for repairs.Fans continue to rotate even if theswitch trigger/lever is released.Stop the motor or engineimmediately.The power unit does not work properly. Adjust the idle speed if the power unit is engine-op-erated. Contact an authorized service center forrepairs.OPTIONALACCESSORIESCAUTION: These accessories or attach-ments are recommended for use with your Makitamachine specified in this manual. The use of anyother accessories or attachments might present a riskof injury to persons. Only use accessory or attach-ment for its stated purpose.If you need any assistance for more details regard-ing these accessories, ask your local Makita ServiceCenter.• Adapter pipe• Extension nozzle• Flat nozzle• Gutter nozzle set• Makita genuine battery and chargerNOTE: Some items in the list may be included in theproduct package as standard accessories. They maydiffer from country to country.