Functional Description - Makita DLM380 Instruction Manual

FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION

Installing or removing battery cartridge
CAUTION:
Always switch off the tool before installing or
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removing the battery cartridge.
Make sure that you lock the battery cover before
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use. Otherwise, mud, dirt, or water may cause
damage to the product or the battery cartridge.
Always install the battery cartridge fully until the
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red indicator cannot be seen. If not, it may
accidentally fall out of the tool, causing injury to
you or someone around you.
Do not install the battery cartridge forcibly. If the
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cartridge does not slide in easily, it is not being
inserted correctly.
NOTE:
The tool does not work with only one battery
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cartridge.
To install the battery cartridge;
1. Pull the battery cover locking lever toward
yourself and open the battery cover.
Fig.1
2. To install the battery cartridge, align the tongue
on the battery cartridge with the groove in the
housing and slip it into place. Insert it all the way
until it locks in place with a little click. If you can
see the red indicator on the upper side of the
button, it is not locked completely.
Fig.2
3. Insert the lock key in the place shown in the
figure as far as it will go.
Fig.3
4. Close the battery cover and push it on until it is
latched with the locking lever.
To remove the battery cartridge from the mower;
1. Pull the battery cover locking lever toward
yourself and open the battery cover.
2. Slide it from the tool while sliding the button on
the front of the cartridge.
3. Pull out the lock key.
4. Close the battery cover.
Battery protection system
The tool is equipped with a tool/battery protection
system. This system automatically cuts off power to the
motor to extend tool and battery life.
The tool will automatically stop during operation if the
tool or battery is placed under one of the following
conditions. In some conditions, the indicators light up.
Overload protection
When the tool is operated in a manner that causes it to
draw an abnormally high current, the tool automatically
stops without any indication. In this situation, turn the
tool off and stop the application that caused the tool to
become overloaded. Then turn the tool on to restart.
Overheat protection
When the tool or battery is overheated, the tool stops
automatically without any indications. The tool does not
start even if turning on the tool. In this situation, let the
tool or battery cool before turning the tool on again.
NOTE:
The battery overheat protection works only with a
battery cartridge with a star marking. The tool overheat
protection system works with any battery cartridges.
Fig.4
Overdischarge protection
Fig.5
When the remaining battery capacity gets low, the
battery indicator blinks on the applicable battery side.
By further use, the tool stops and the battery indicator
lights up about 10 seconds. In this situation, charge the
battery cartridge.
Power switch action
WARNING:
Before installing the battery cartridge in the
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tool, always check to see that the switch lever
actuates properly and returns to the original
position when released. Operating a tool with a
switch that does not actuate properly can lead to
loss of control and serious personal injury.
NOTE:
Trying to mow much grass at a time may not allow
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the motor to start due to the overload. At this time,
change the mowing height to higher level to restart.
The mower does not start without pressing the
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switch button even if the switch lever is pulled.
This mower is equipped with the interlock switch and
handle switch. If you notice anything unusual with either
of these switches, stop operation immediately and have
them checked by your nearest Makita Authorized
Service Center.
1. Install the battery cartridges. Insert the lock key
into the interlock switch and then close the
battery cover.
Fig.6
2. Press the switch button.
3. Pull the switch lever toward you while pressing
the switch button.
Fig.7
4. Release the switch button as soon as the motor
starts running. The mower will continue to run
until you release the switch lever.
5. Release the switch lever to stop the motor.
6. When not in use, remove the lock key. Store the
lock key in a safe place out of reach of children.
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