Makita PRM0700 Operator's Manual page 105

COMMANDS AND CONTROL INSTRUMENTS
If the blade is engaged when safety conditions have not been complied with, the
engine shuts down (see page 26).
On disengaging the blade (Pos. «A»), a brake is simultaneously activated which
stops it rotating in five seconds.
7. C
UTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTING LEVER
There are seven positions for this lever, shown as «1» to «7» on the label, which
correspond to various heights of between 3 and 8 cm.
To go from one height to another, move the lever sideways and put into one of
the seven notches.
➤
For mechanical drive models:
11. C /
LUTCH
This pedal has a double function - during the first part of its travel it acts as a
clutch, engaging and disengaging drive to the wheels, and in the second part
it acts as a brake on the rear wheels.
It is important not to take too long in using the clutch as this can cause over-
heating and damage the transmission belt.
NOTE
is in movement, keep your foot off the
pedal.
12. S
PEED CHANGE LEVER
This lever has seven positions for the 5
forward speeds, the neutral position
«N», and reverse «R». To go from one
speed to another, press the pedal (11)
half way and move the lever as per the
indications on the label.
WARNING!
!
only be engaged when the machine
is stopped.
BRAKE PEDAL
When the machine
Reverse must
11
12
N
3 4
2
R 1
EN 15
5