Introduction of Makita Hedge Trimmer Attachment EN410MP

The Makita Hedge Trimmer Attachment EN410MP is a robust accessory designed for use with Makita's couple-shaft power heads, offering landscapers enhanced versatility. Featuring a 20-inch double-sided blade, it delivers high cutting speed for efficient trimming of hedges and shrubs. With 13 adjustable angle settings, users can easily reach overhead and low-lying areas. The attachment is built with a commercial-duty gear case and a protective tip guard. The EN410MP is priced at approximately $199.00.

Specification

• Due to our continuing program of research and development, the specifications herein are subject to change without notice.
• Specifications may differ from country to country

Approved power unit

WARNING: Never use the attachment with non-approved power unit. Non-approved combination may cause serious injury.

This attachment is approved to use only with the following power unit(s):

• (Multi Function Power Head)
  EX2650LH
• (Cordless Multi Function Power Head)
  BUX360, BUX361, BUX362, UX360D, UX361D, UX362D, DUX60, XUX01

Approved attachment

WARNING: Never use a non-approved attachment. Non-approved combination may cause serious injury.

This attachment is approved to use only with the following attachment(s):

• (Shaft extension attachment) LE400MP

Symbols 

The following symbols are used on the attachment and this instruction manual. Understand these definitions.

• Read and follow the instruction manual.
• Take particular care and attention!
• Forbidden!
• Beware of electrical lines. Risk of electrical shock.
• Beware of pinching
• Wear protective gloves.
• Wear protective helmet, eye and ear protection.
• Wear sturdy boots with non-slip soles.
• Hot surfaces - Burns to fingers or hands.
• Keep bystanders and animals at least 15 m (50 ft) away from the power tool.
• Keep the area of operation clear of all persons and pets
• First aid

Intended use

This attachment is designed for only the purpose of trimming shrubs and hedges in conjunction with an approved power unit. Never use the attachment for the other purpose. Abusing the attachment may cause serious injury.

SAFETY WARNINGS

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING: Read all safety warnings and all instructions in this booklet and the instruction manual of the power unit. Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.
WARNING: Save all warnings and instructions for future reference.

The term “hedge trimmer” and “equipment” in the warnings and pre-cautions refer to the combination of the attachment and the power unit.
The term “motor” in the warnings and precautions refers to the engine or electric motor of the power unit.
General precautions

1. Before starting the hedge trimmer, read this booklet and the instruction manual of the power unit to become familiar with the handling of the hedge trimmer.
2. Do not lend the attachment to a person with insufficient experi-ence or knowledge regarding handling of hedge trimmers.
3. When lending the attachment, always attach this instruction manual.
4. Do not allow children or young persons under 18 years old to use the hedge trimmer. Keep them away from the hedge trimmer.
5. Handle the hedge trimmer with the utmost care and attention.
6. Never use the hedge trimmer after consuming alcohol or drugs, or if feeling tired or ill.
7. Never attempt to modify the attachment.
8. Follow the regulations about handling of hedge trimmers in your country.

Personal protective equipment

Fig.1

1. Wear safety helmet, protective goggles and protective gloves to protect yourself from flying debris or falling objects.
2. Wear ear protection such as ear muffs to prevent hearing loss.
3. Wear proper clothing and shoes for safe operation, such as a work overall and sturdy, non-slip shoes. Do not wear loose cloth-ing or jewelry. Loose clothes, jewelry or long hair can be caught in moving parts.
4. When touching blades or adjusting the blade angle, wear protec-tive gloves. Blades can cut bare hands severely.

Work area safety

WARNING: Keep the hedge trimmer away from electric lines and communication cables. Touching or approaching high-voltage lines with hedge trimmer can result in death or serious injury. Watch power lines and electrical fences around the work area before starting operation.
WARNING: Use of this product can create dust containing chemicals which may cause respiratory or other illnesses. Some examples of these chemicals are compounds found in pesticides, insecticides, fertilizers and herbicides. Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on how often you do this type of work. To reduce your exposure to these chemi-cals: work in a well ventilated area, and work with approved safety equipment, such as those dust masks that are specially designed to filter out microscopic particles.

1. Operate the hedge trimmer under good visibility and daylight conditions only. Do not operate the hedge trimmer in darkness or fog.
2. Start and operate the engine only outdoors in a well ventilated area. Operation in a confined or poorly ventilated area can result in death due to suffocation or carbon monoxide poisoning.
3. During operation, never stand on an unstable or slippery surface or a steep slope. During the cold season, beware of ice and snow and always ensure secure footing.
4. During operation, keep bystanders or animals at least 15 m away from the hedge trimmer. Stop the motor as soon as someone approaches.
5. Before operation, examine the work area for wire fences, stones, or other solid objects. They can damage the blades.

Putting into operation

1. Before assembling or adjusting the equipment, switch off the motor and remove the spark plug cap or the battery cartridge.
2. Before assembling the blades or adjusting the cutting angle, wear protective gloves.
3. Before starting the motor, inspect the equipment for damages, loose screws/nuts or improper assembly. Replace if the blades are cracked, bent, or damaged. Check all control levers and switches for easy action. Clean and dry the handles.
4. Never attempt to start the motor if the equipment is damaged or not fully assembled. Otherwise serious injury may result.
5. Adjust the shoulder harness and hand grip to suit the operator’s body size.

Operation

1. In the event of an emergency, switch off the motor immediately.
2. If you feel any unusual condition (e.g. noise, vibration) during operation, switch off the motor. Do not use the hedge trimmer until the cause is recognized and solved.
3. The blades continue to move for a short period after releasing the throttle trigger or switch off the motor. Don’t rush to contact the blades.
4. With the engine running only at idle, attach the shoulder harness.

5. During operation, use the shoulder harness. Keep the hedge trimmer on your right side firmly.
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6. Hold the front handle with the left hand and the rear grip with the right hand, no matter you are right-hander or left-hander. Wrap your fingers and thumbs around the handles.
7. Never attempt to operate the equipment with one hand. Loss of control may result in serious or fatal injury. To reduce the risk of cut injuries, keep your hands and feet away from the blades.
8. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. Watch for hidden obstacles such as tree stumps, roots and ditches to avoid stumbling. Clear fallen branches and other objects away.
9. Never work on a ladder or tree to avoid loss of control.
10. Do not hold the machine above shoulder height.
11. During operation, never hit the blades against hard obstacles such stones and metals. Take particular care when cutting hedges next to or against wire fences. When working close to the ground, make sure that no sand, grit or stones get between the blades.
12. If the blades come into contact with stones or other solid objects, stop the motor immediately and check the blades for damage after removing the spark plug or the battery cartridge. Replace the blades if damaged.
13. If thick branches get jammed in the blades, immediately switch off the motor, put the hedge trimmer down and then remove the obstruction after removing the spark plug or the battery cartridge. Check the blades for damage before using the equipment again.
14. Never touch or approach the blades while they are moving. Blades can cut your finger easily. When handling the blades or adjusting the blade angle, stop the motor and remove the spark plug cap or the battery cartridge.
15. Accelerating the motor with the blades blocked increases the load and will damage the motor and/or clutch.
16. Check the cutting blades frequently during operation for cracks or blunt edges. Before the inspection, switch off the motor and wait until the blades stop completely. Replace damaged or dull blades immediately, even if they have only superficial cracks.
17. If the equipment gets heavy impact or fall, check the condition before continuing work. Check the fuel system for fuel leakage and the controls and safety devices for malfunction. If there is any damage or doubt, ask our authorized service center for the inspection and repair.
18. Do not touch the gear case. The gear case becomes hot during operation.
19. Take a rest to prevent loss of control caused by fatigue. We recommend to take a 10 to 20-minute rest every hour.
20. When you leave the equipment, even if it is a short time, always switch off the engine or remove the battery cartridge. The equipment unattended with the engine running may be used by unauthorized person and cause serious accident.
21. Before cutting, pull the throttle lever fully to achieve the maximum speed.
22. Follow the instruction manual of the power unit for proper use of the control lever and switch.
23. During or after operation, do not put the hot equipment onto dry grass or combustible materials.

PARTS DESCRIPTION

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1. Blades
2. Gear case
3. Cap
4. Blade cover

Description

The Makita Hedge Trimmer Attachment EN410MP boasts a robust design with a durable steel blade that ensures long-lasting performance. The tool features a dual-action cutting system, which helps reduce vibration and enhance cutting efficiency. Its extended reach allows users to trim high hedges without the need for ladders, making it safer and more convenient.

The attachment includes a protective cover to prevent accidental starts and protect the blade when not in use. The ergonomic grip provides a comfortable hold, reducing user fatigue during prolonged operation.

ASSEMBLY

WARNING: Before assembling or adjusting the equipment, switch off the motor and remove the spark plug cap or the bat-tery cartridge. Otherwise blades or other parts may move and result in serious injury.
WARNING: Before handling or working around blades, wear protective gloves and put the blade cover onto blades. Otherwise the blades can cut bare hands severely.
WARNING: When assembling or adjusting the equipment, always put it down. Assembling or adjusting the equipment in an upright position may result in serious injury.
WARNING: Follow the warnings and precautions in the chapter “Safety precautions” and the instruction manual of the power unit.

Mounting the attachment to a power unit

To mount the attachment to a power unit, follow the steps below.

1. Make sure that the lock lever is not tightened.
2. Align the pin with the arrow mark.
3. Insert the shaft into the drive shaft of the power unit until the position line and the release button pops up.

4. Tighten the lock lever firmly as shown.
   To remove the attachment, loosen the lock lever by turning the lock lever opposite direction, and press the lock button and withdraw the shaft.
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   1. Lock lever
   2. Pin
   3. Arrow mark
   4. Position line
   5. Release button
      NOTICE: Do not tighten the lock lever without the shaft of the attachment inserted. Otherwise the lock lever may tighten the entrance of the drive shaft too much and damage it.

Makita Hedge Trimmer Attachment EN410MP OPERATION

WARNING: If the blades move at idle, adjust the idle speed of the engine down. Otherwise you cannot stop the blades with throttle off and it may cause serious injury.
WARNING: Follow the warnings and precautions in the chapter “IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS” and the instruction manual of the power unit.

Horizontal cut

When trimming hedges horizontally, follow the steps below.

1. Pull the throttle lever fully.
2. Apply the blades to the hedge with an angle of 15° to 30°.
3. Trim the hedge with a right to left swinging movement.

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Vertical cut

When trimming hedges vertically, follow the steps below.

1. Pull the throttle lever fully.
2. Apply the blades to the hedge parallel to each other.
3. Trim the hedge from the bottom upwards with a swinging movement.

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Setup Guide

1. Assembly: Attach the hedge trimmer to your compatible Makita power head by aligning the spline and twisting it securely into place.
2. Configuration: Ensure all safety guards are in place before operation.
3. Operation: Insert the battery into the power head, turn on the tool, and begin trimming by holding the handle securely and guiding the blade through the foliage.
4. Paring: If pairing with an existing Makita tool, ensure both are compatible and follow manufacturer instructions for attachment.

MAINTENANCE

WARNING: Before inspecting or maintaining the equip-ment, switch off the motor and remove the spark plug cap or the battery cartridge. Otherwise blades or other parts may move and result in serious injury.
WARNING: Before handling or working around blades, wear protective gloves and put the blade cover onto blades. During the assembly or adjustment, your fingers may contact with blades and it may cause serious injury.
WARNING: When inspecting or maintaining the equipment, always put the hedge trimmer down. Assembling or adjusting the equipment in an upright position may result in serious injury.
WARNING: Follow the warnings and precautions in the chapter “IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS” and the instruction manual of the power unit.

Inspecting blades

Check the blades daily for damage, crack and dull edge. Ask our authorized service center to replace damaged blades or sharpen dull blades.

Adjusting the blade clearance

The upper/lower blades wear out gradually after operations. If you cannot get a clean cut though the blades are sharp enough, adjust the clearance as follows. The tightness of the hex bolt decides the clearance of the blades. The nut holds the hex bolt with certain tightness. Too loose clearance causes blunt cut, but too tight clearance causes unnecessary heat and sooner worn-out of the blades.

1. Loosen the nuts with a wrench.
2. Tighten the hex bolts lightly till they stop. And then, screw them back a quarter to half turn each to gain necessary clearance.
3. Hold the hex bolts and tighten the nuts.
4. Apply light oil on the friction surface of the blades.
5. Start the motor and operate the throttle on and off for a minute.
6. Measure the time necessary for the blades to stop after releasing the throttle. If it is two seconds or longer, switch off the motor and repeat the step 1 to 6.
7. Switch off the motor and touch the blade surface. If they are not too hot to touch, you have made a proper adjustment. If they are too hot to touch, turn the hex bolts back a little and repeat the step 5 to 7.

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1. Nut
2. Hex bolt
3. Plate
4. Blade guard
5. Upper blade
6. Lower blade

Lubricating moving parts

NOTICE: Follow the instruction of the frequency and amount of grease supplied. Otherwise insufficient lubrication may damage moving parts.

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Gear case:
Apply grease every 25 working hours.

1. The grease hole locates under the bolt. Remove the bolt to lubricate.
2. Add approx. 5 g (7 cc) of grease to the grease hole.
3. Return the bolt after lubrication.

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1. Grease hole

NOTE: After filling correct amount of grease, grease will come out a bit from the base of the blade during the first operation.

Drive axle:
Apply grease every 25 working hours.

Overall inspection

• Tighten loose bolts, nuts and screws.
• Check for damaged parts and blades. Ask our authorized service center to replace them if necessary.

Storage

WARNING: Follow the warnings and precautions in the chapter “IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS” and the instruction manual of the power unit.

When storing the hedge trimmer attachment separated from the power unit, put the cap onto the end of the shaft.

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MAINTENANCE INTERVAL

Troubleshooting

OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES

CAUTION: These accessories or attachments are recom-mended for use with your Makita tool specified in this manual. The use of any other accessories or attachments might present a risk of injury to persons. Only use accessory or attachment for its stated purpose.

If you need any assistance for more details regarding these accesso-ries, ask your local Makita Service Center.

• Blade set

NOTE: Some items in the list may be included in the tool package as standard accessories. They may differ from country to country.

Makita Hedge Trimmer Attachment EN410MP Pros & Cons

Pros

• High Performance: Efficiently trims thick branches with ease.
• Compatibility: Works seamlessly with existing Makita batteries.
• Durable Construction: Long-lasting steel blade and robust design.
• Ergonomic Design: Reduced vibration and comfortable grip.

Cons

• Weight: May be heavy for some users when used with larger batteries.
• Cost: Higher priced compared to some competitors.
• Blade Maintenance: Requires regular sharpening for optimal performance.

Customer Reviews

Customers have praised the Makita Hedge Trimmer Attachment EN410MP for its powerful cutting capability and ease of use. Many have appreciated its compatibility with their existing Makita tools, reducing the need for additional batteries. However, some users have noted that it can be somewhat heavy and may require more frequent blade sharpening than expected.