Operation Manual

8
Maintenance schedule
Operating hour
Before
Operation
Daily
(10 h)
25 h
If
required
Corresponding page
Whole unit Visually inspect for damaged
parts
7
All xing screws and nuts Tighten
7
Blades Inspect for damage, crack and
dull edge
7
Adjust the clearance
7
Gear case Supply grease
7
Drive axle Supply grease
7
Power unit Refer to the instruction manual of the power unit
Troubleshooting
Problem Probable cause Solution
The motor does not start. Refer to the instruction manual of the power unit.
The motor stops soon after its start.
The maximum speed is limited.
The blades do not move.
Stop the motor immediately!
A twig is caught by the blades. 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 drive system does not work properly. Ask Makita authorized service center to
inspect and repair it.
The blades do 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 EN400MP
Dimensions (L x W x H) mm 1,500 x 130 x 111
Mass kg 2.4
Effective cutting length mm 535
Cutting blade angle 135° (up 90°, down 45°)
Gear ratio 1/4