Makita DLM382 Instruction Manual page 9

Indicating the remaining battery capacity
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► 1 . Battery indicator
When the remaining battery capacity gets low, the battery
indicator blinks on the applicable battery side. By further use,
the machine stops and the battery indicator lights up about
10 seconds. In this situation, charge the battery cartridge.
Indicating the remaining battery capacity
Only for battery cartridges with the indicator
► 1 . Indicator lamps 2. Check button
Press the check button on the battery cartridge to indicate the remain-
ing battery capacity. The indicator lamps light up for a few seconds.
Indicator lamps
Lighted Off
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2
Remaining
capacity
Blinking
75% to 100%
50% to 75%
25% to 50%
0% to 25%
Charge the
battery.
The battery
may have
malfunctioned.
NOTE: Depending on the conditions of use and the
ambient temperature, the indication may differ slightly
from the actual capacity.
Switch action
WARNING:
Before installing the battery car-
tridge, always check to see that the switch lever
actuates properly and returns to the original
position when released. Operating a machine with a
switch that does not actuate properly can lead to loss
of control and serious personal injury.
NOTE: The mower does not start without pressing the
switch button even the switch lever is pulled.
NOTE: Mower may not start due to the overload
when you try to mow long or dense grass at a time.
Increase the mowing height in this case.
This mower is equipped with the interlock switch and han-
dle 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.
► 1 . Battery cartridge 2. Lock key
2.
Press the switch button and hold it.
3. Grab the upper handle and pull the switch lever.
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► 1 . Switch button 2. Switch lever
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.
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