Maintenance - Makita RBL500 Original Bedienungsanleitung

If you use your machine at high altitudes (mountains) or at sea
level, it may be necessary to change the carburetor setting in the
range of the adjustment.
Carry out the correction at the two adjusting screws (L and H)
as follows: Turn clockwise (leaner) for high altitude operation or
counterclockwise (richer) for operation at level.
IDLE ADJUSTMENT
The idle speed adjustment screw controls the throttle opening at
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idle position.
If engine stops while idling, turn the idle adjusting screw (1)
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clockwise until the engine runs smoothly.

MAINTENANCE

CAUTION: Before doing any work on the blower always stop
the engine and pull the plug caps off the spark
plugs (see "Checking the spark plugs" page 12).
Always wear protective gloves!
To ensure a long service life and to avoid any damage to the
equipment, the following servicing operations should be performed
at regular intervals.
DAILY CHECKUP AND MAINTENANCE
Before operation, check the machine for loose screws or missing
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parts. Every 8 hours (Daily)
Before operation, always check for clogging of the cooling air
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passage and the cylinder fins.
Clean them if necessary. Every 8 hours (Daily)
Perform the following maintenance daily after use:
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– Clean the blower externally and inspect for damage.
– Clean the air filter. When working under extremely dusty
conditions, clean the filter and blow out the cooling air passage
and cylinder fins several times a day.
Check for proper functioning of the STOP switch, the throttle
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lever, and the setting lever.
CLEANING OF AIR CLEANER Every 8 hours (Daily)
Unscrew the air cleaner cover mounting screw (1).
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Remove the air cleaner cover. (2)
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Push the choke lever to
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entering the carburetor.
Take out the sponge element (3), wash it in lukewarm water and
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dry it completely.
After cleaning, put back the sponge element and put back the air
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cleaner cover and tighten the screw to secure.
NOTE: If there is excessive dust or dirt adhering to the air
cleaner, clean it every day. A clogged air cleaner may
make it difficult or impossible to start the engine, or
increase the engine rotational speed.
position to prevent dirt particles from
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