Page 4 - SAFETY PRECAUTIONS; Intended use
4 2 3 1 4 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Note: The illustrations in the safety precautions are not identical with the product! Intended use Power Cut Use the Power Cut cutoff saw outdoors only, for trimming and cutting suitable materials, using cutting discs rated for this machine. Improper use: Never use the c...
Page 5 - Putting into operation; wearing Protective Equipment
5 - Always wear safety shoes or boots (G) with steel toes, non-skid soles, and leg protectors when working with the Power Cut. Safety shoes equipped with a protective layer provide protection against cuts and ensure a secure footing. - Always wear a work suit (H) of tough material with suf Þ cient ß...
Page 6 - Cutoff discs
6 Cutoff discs - The protection hood must always be on! Change discs only with the engine off! - There are two basic types of cutoff discs: - For metal (hot cutting) - For masonry (cold cutting) NOTE: When using diamond cutoff discs, always make sure to observe the "direction of rotation" ma...
Page 7 - To prevent kickback, observe the following:; Working behavior / Method of working; Injury
7 Kickback and lock-in - When working with the Power Cut there is a danger of kickback and lock-in. - Kickback occurs when the top of the cutting disc is used for cutting (15). - This causes the Power Cut to be thrown back toward the user with great force and out of control. Risk of injury! To preve...
Page 8 - Cutting metals; - Determine the cut line, mark the cut and apply the disc to the; Cutting masonry and concrete
8 When using synthetic resin cutting discs, always ob-serve the following: CAUTION : - Synthetic resin cutting discs can absorb moisture. This moisture can cause the disc to become unbalanced at high speed. This imbalance can cause the disc to break. - Do not cool resin cutting discs with water or o...
Page 9 - Transport and storage
9 In wet cutting, the disc is wetted at an equal rate on both sides by a trickle of water. MAKITA offers the right accessories for all wet cutting applications (see also "SPECIAL ACCESSORIES"). - Remove foreign objects such as sand, stones and nails found within the working area. Caution: Wa...
Page 10 - SERVICE
10 Maintenance - Before performing maintenance work switch off the Power Cut (27) and pull out the plug cap. - Always check the Power Cut before using it to make sure that it is in good working order. In particular, make sure that the cutting disc is properly mounted. Make sure that the cutting whee...
Page 11 - Technical data
11 Technical data Displacement cm 3 60.7 60.7 Bore mm 47 47 Stroke mm 35 35 Max. power / operating speed kW/1/min 3.2 / 9.500 3.2 / 9.500 Max. torque Nm 3.9 3.9 Idling speed 1/min 2.600 2.600 Clutch engagement speed 1/min 3.900 3.900 Engine speed limitation 1/min 9.850 ± 150 9.850 ± 150 Max. spindle...
Page 12 - Denomination of components; Identi
12 Denomination of components Serial number Year of manufacture Identi Þ cation plate (9) Indicate when ordering spare parts 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 9 10 11 12 20 21 23 24 25 7 15 13 14 17 16 22 18 19 EK6101 2013 123456 XXX.XXX.XXX Typ XXX Makita Corporation, Anjo, Aichi, Japan Made in Germany 1 Handle 2 Air ...
Page 13 - PUTTING INTO OPERATION; Sequence; Mounting the cutting disc; Inspect the disc for damage.
13 PUTTING INTO OPERATION CAUTION: Always turn off the engine and pull off the spark plug cap before doing any work on the Power Cut! Always wear protective gloves! CAUTION: Start the Power Cut only after complete assembly and inspection. Sequence For the the following work, use the assembly tools i...
Page 14 - Fuel; Fuel mixture
14 Fuel CAUTION: This saw is powered by mineral-oil products (gasoline and oil) . Be especially careful when handling gasoline.Avoid all ß ame or Þ re. Do not smoke (explosion hazard). Fuel mixture This tool is powered by a high-performance air-cooled two-stroke engine. It runs on a mixture of gasol...
Page 15 - FOLLOW THE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS!; Starting the engine
15 RefuellingIMPORTANT: FOLLOW THE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS! Be careful and cautious when handling fuels. The engine must be turned off and cooled down! Carefully clean the area around the fuel-tank Þ ller neck to keep dirt from getting in the tank. Place the Power Cut on an even surface. Unscrew the tank...
Page 16 - Pull starter handle smoothly and evenly, until you hear the; Stopping the engine; ON
16 3 4 5 6 2 1 2a Cold start (Choke) Warm start (ON) Engine off Combination switch in safety position (ignition current cut off, necessary for all maintenance, repair, and installation work) Cold starting: Grasp front handle Þ rmly with one hand and press the Power Cut against the ground. Place left...
Page 17 - Adjusting the carburetor; Start the engine and run it until it is warm; Adjust the carburetor with the screwdriver (; Readjust the idling speed.; ) counter-clockwise in small increments until the; Switch off the engine.; MAINTENANCE
17 Adjusting the carburetor NOTE: The grinding parts are equipped with an electronic ignition to limit the speed. At the factory the idling speed has been set to approx. 2600 rpm, but the running-in process of a new engine may require slight readjustment of the idling speed. Adjustments to the adjus...
Page 20 - Checking the ignition spark; Replacing the suction head; A hot engine can cause burns. Wear protective gloves!
20 Checking the ignition spark Insert the combination tool ( 2 ) between the ventilation hood and cylinder only as shown in the illustration. CAUTION! Do not insert the combination tool into the spark plug hole, but make contact only with the cylinder (otherwise you may damage the engine). Using ins...
Page 21 - Replacing the starter cable; Carefully; Mounting the fan housing
21 1 2 11 7 8 5 3 14 12 10 6 9 2 13 4 1 15 16 Replacing the starter cable Unscrew four screws ( 1 ). Remove fan housing ( 2 ). Insert a small screwdriver through the ventilation slit on the back of the fan housing ( 2 ) near the holder ( 15 ). Bend the air guide tab ( 4a ) slightly to the side and c...
Page 22 - Replacing the starter spring
22 7 8 13 3 4 5 1 6 15 Replacing the return spring pack/Replacing the starter spring Remove the fan housing (see “Replacing the starter cable”). Remove the air guide from the fan housing (see “Replacing the starter cable”). Detension the return spring on the cable drum and remove the cable drum (see...
Page 23 - Instructions for periodic maintenance; Service, spare parts and guarantee; Maintenance and repair
23 Instructions for periodic maintenance To ensure long life, prevent damage and ensure the full functioning of the safety features the following maintenance must be per-formed regularly. Guarantee claims can be recognized only if this work is performed regularly and properly. Failure to perform the...
Page 25 - Troubleshooting; Malfunction System; Diamond cutting discs; except metal; SPECIAL ACCESSORIES; Pressurized water tank
25 Troubleshooting Malfunction System Observation Cause Cutting disc does not start turning Clutch Engine runs Damage to clutch Cutting disc runs in idle Carburetor, Cutting disc runs Incorrect idle speed, clutch blocked clutch V-belt Belt has insuf Þ cient tension, V-belt is worn Engine does not st...
Page 26 - Extract from the spare parts list; Use only original MAKITA parts. For repairs and
26 Extract from the spare parts list Use only original MAKITA parts. For repairs and replacement of other parts, see your MAKITA service centre. EK6100EK6101 22 6 5 14 15 16 9 8 17 18 19
Page 27 - Synthetic resin cutting disc; Diamond cutting disc; EU Conformity Declaration
27 Extract from the spare parts list Use only original MAKITA parts. For repairs and replacement of other parts, see your MAKITA service centre. EK6100EK6101 Pos. MAKITA-No. Qty. Denomination Synthetic resin cutting disc 1 966 121 150 1 Cutting disc for steel, dia. 300/20 mm 966 141 150 1 Cutting di...
Page 28 - This print product has been awarded the “Blue Angel”.
Form: 995 704 531 (2013-10 GB) Speci Þ cations subject to change without notice To Þ nd your local distributor, please visit www.makita-outdoor.com MAKITA Corporation3-11-8 Sumiyoshi-ChoAnjo, Aichi446-8502 Japan This print product has been awarded the “Blue Angel”.
