Operation - Makita ELM4121 Instruction Manual

Level indicator of grass basket
The level indicator of the grass basket opens during
mowing if the grass basket is not full. If the grass basket
is full, the level indicator closes during mowing. If it's
full, empty the grass basket before starting mowing.
► Fig.24: 1. Level indicator
► Fig.25: 1. Level indicator
Using mulching attachment
The mulching attachment allows you to return the cut
grass to the ground without gathering the cut grass in
the grass basket. When you operate the machine with
the mulching attachment, be sure to remove the grass
basket.
Using discharge attachment
For ELM4620/ELM4621
The discharge attachment allows you to discharge
the cut grass to the ground from the right side of the
machine without gathering the cut grass in the grass
basket. When you operate the machine with the dis-
charge attachment, be sure to install the mulching
attachment and remove the grass basket.
Adjusting the handle height
CAUTION: Before opening the levers, hold
the upper handle firmly. Otherwise, the handle
may fall and cause an injury.
The handle height can be adjusted in three levels. Open
the levers of the handle outside while holding the upper
handle, then adjust the handle height, and then close
the levers.
► Fig.26: 1. Lever 2. Mark 3. Arrow
Motor protection system (Over
current relay)
WARNING:
If the machine suddenly stops
while operating it, release the switch lever
and unplug the extension cord. Otherwise, the
machine may suddenly restart and cause an
injury.
CAUTION:
Before removing an object that is
jamming the blade, be sure to wear gloves and
unplug the extension cord from the power socket.
If the cut off grass or dirt is jamming inside of the main
body, the machine stops automatically to protect the
motor (over current relay). In this case, unplug the
extension cord from the power socket, then remove the
material causing the jam, and then let the machine cool
down for a few minutes before turning on the machine.
NOTE: The over current relay may be activated when
wet or long grass gets caught up inside of the main
body.

OPERATION

Mowing
WARNING:
and stones from the mowing area. Furthermore,
clear away any weeds from the mowing area in
advance.
► Fig.27
WARNING:
safety glasses with side shields when operating
the mower.
CAUTION:
If the cut grass or foreign object
blocks up inside of the mower body, be sure to
turn the power off, and then unplug the extension
cord from the power socket. Before removing the
grass or foreign object, be sure to wear gloves.
CAUTION:
Be sure to install the grass bas-
ket or mulching attachment when operating the
machine.
NOTICE:
Use this machine for mowing lawn only.
Do not mow weeds with this machine.
Firmly hold the handle with both hands when mowing.
► Fig.28
The mowing speed guideline is approximately one
meter per four seconds.
► Fig.29
Start mowing near the power socket to ensure that the
extension cord does not become an obstacle.
► Fig.30: 1. Power socket 2. Extension cord
Do not allow the extension cord to pass under or
become entangled beneath the machine.
► Fig.31
► Fig.32
The center lines of the front wheels are guidelines to
mowing width. Using the center lines as guidelines,
mow in strips. Overlap by one half to one third the previ-
ous strip to mow the lawn evenly.
► Fig.33: 1. Mowing width 2. Overlapping area
3. Center line
Change the mowing direction each time to prevent the
grass grain pattern from forming in just one direction.
► Fig.34
Periodically check the grass basket for mowed grass.
Empty the basket before it becomes full. Before every
periodic check, be sure to stop the machine.
NOTE: Using the mower with the grass basket full
prevents smooth blade rotation and places an extra
load on the motor, which may cause a breakdown.
15 ENGLISH
Before mowing, clear away sticks
Always wear the safety goggles or