Makita EK6100 User Manual

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-  The protection hood must always be on! Change discs only 

-  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" markings. Diamond discs should only be 
used for cutting masonry/brick/ concrete etc.
-  Cutoff discs are intended only for radial loading, i.e. for cutting.  

Do not grind with the sides of the cutting disc! This will break 
the disc (10)!

Caution!
Never change direction (turning radius less than 5 meters /                 
5 1/2 yards), exert lateral (sideways) pressure, or tip the Power 
Cut during cutting (11)!
-  Use a cutting disc only for cutting the materials it is intended 

for. The proper type of disc must be used, for either metals or 
masonry.

-  The arbor hole of the cutting disc must be an exact Þ t with the 

arbor or shaft. If the arbor hole is larger, it must be Þ tted with an 
adapter ring (available as an accessory).

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The cutting disc must be rated for freehand cutting at up to 4370 
rpm or 80 m/sec for 350 mm discs, or up to 5100 rpm or 80 m/s 
for 300 mm discs. Use only cutting discs that comply with EN 
12413, EN 13236.

-  The disc must be free of defects (12). Do not use defective cut-

ting discs. 

Always tighten the cutting disc mounting bolt to a torque of 30 
Nm. Otherwise, the cutting disc can twist.
-  Before starting the cutting disc, make sure you have a steady 

footing.

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Put the Power Cut into operation only as described in this instruc-
tion manual (13). Always place your left foot in the rear handle 
and grasp the other handle Þ rmly (with thumb and Þ ngers). Other 
starting methods are not allowed.

-  When starting the Power Cut it must be well supported and 

securely held. The cutting disc must not be touching anything.

-  If the cutting disc is new, test it by running it at least 60 seconds 

at top speed. When doing this, make sure that no persons or 
body parts are in the extended swing range of the disc, in case 
it is defective and ß ies apart.

-  When working with the Power Cut always hold it with both 

hands. Take the back handle with the right hand and the tubu-
lar handle with the left hand. Hold the handles tightly with your 
thumbs facing your Þ ngers.

-  CAUTION: When you release the throttle lever the disc will 

keep spinning for a short period of time (free-wheeling effect).

-  Continuously ensure that you have a safe footing.
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Hold the Power Cut  such that you will not breathe in the exhaust 
gas. Do not work in closed rooms or in deep holes or ditches 
(danger of poisoning by fumes).

-  Switch off the Power Cut immediately if you observe any 

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Switch off engine before refuelling, changing the cutoff disc, work 
breaks, transporting or moving the Power Cut, taking it out of 
operation, or dealing with malfunctions. Before any maintenance 
work, move the combination switch to the lock symbol (14).

-  Turn off the engine immediately and check the disc if you hear 

or feel any change in cutting behaviour.

-  Turn off the Power Cut when taking a break or stopping work 

(14). Place the unit in such a way that the disc is not touching 
anything and cannot endanger anyone.

-  Do not put the overheated Power Cut in dry grass or on any 

inß ammable objects. The mufß er is very hot (danger of Þ re).

-  IMPORTANT: After wet cutting, Þ rst turn off the water feed and 

then let the disc run at least 30 seconds, to ß ing off the remaining 
water and prevent corrosion.

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●  Refuelling
●  Changing cutoff discs
●  Stopping work
●  Transport
●  Putting out of function
●  Maintenance