Operation; Maintenance And Storage - Makita DLM431 Instruction Manual

OPERATION

Mowing
WARNING:
Before mowing, clear away sticks
and stones from mowing area. Furthermore, clear
away any weeds from mowing area in advance.
WARNING:
Always wear the safety goggles or
safety glasses with side shields when operating
the mower.
► Fig.20
Firmly hold the lawn mower handle with both hands
when mowing.
The outside edges of the front wheels is the guideline
for mowing width. Using the two front wheel outside
edges as a guideline, mow in strips, overlapping by
one half to one third the previous strip, to mow the lawn
evenly.
Periodically check the grass basket for mowed grass.
Empty the grass before it becomes full. Before every
periodical check, be sure to stop the mower then
remove the lock key and the battery cartridge.
NOTE: Using the mower with the grass basket full
prevents smooth blade rotation and places an extra
load on the motor, which may cause breakdown.
Mowing a long-grass lawn
Do not try to cut long grass all in one go. Instead, mow
the lawn in some steps. Leave a day or two between
mows until the lawn becomes evenly short.
NOTE: Mowing long grass to a short length all in one
go may cause the grass to die. The cut grass may
also block up inside of the mower body.
Emptying the grass basket
WARNING:
To reduce a risk of accident, reg-
ularly check the grass basket for any damage or
weakened strength. Replace the grass basket if
necessary.
1. Release the switch lever.
2.
Remove the lock key.
3.
Lift the rear guard and take out the grass basket
by holding the handle.
► Fig.21: 1. Rear guard 2. Handle
4. Empty the grass basket.
MAINTENANCE &
STORAGE
WARNING:
key and battery cartridge are removed from the
mower before storage or attempting to perform
inspection or maintenance.
WARNING:
the mower is not in use. Store the lock key in a
safe place out of reach of children.
WARNING:
inspection or maintenance.
NOTICE:
Never use gasoline, benzine, thinner,
alcohol or the like. Discoloration, deformation or
cracks may result.
Maintenance
1.
Remove the lock key. Store it in a safe place out of
the reach of children.
2. Clean the mower using only a wet cloth. Do not
spray or pour water on the mower when cleaning.
3. Put the mower on its side and clean grass clip-
pings accumulated on the underside of mower deck.
4. Check all nuts, bolts, knobs, screws, fasteners etc.
for tightness.
5. Inspect moving parts for damage, breakage, and
wear. Damaged or missing parts should be repaired or
replaced.
Storage
WARNING:
mower, do not hold the folded handles but the
front grip of the mower. Holding the folded handles
may cause a serious injury or damage to the mower.
Before storing the mower, remove the battery cartridge
from it.
Store mower indoors in a cool, dry and locked place.
Don't store the mower and charger in locations where
the temperature may reach or exceed 40 °C (104 °F).
► Fig.22: 1. Front grip 2. Rear grip
1. Loosen the clamping screws and expand the
lower handle to both sides. Move down the handle for-
ward. At this time, keep a firm grip on the lower handle
so that the handle does not fall down to the far side from
the mower body.
► Fig.23: 1. Clamping screw 2. Lower handle
2. Loosen the clamping nuts and pivot the upper
handle back while expanding the both sides.
► Fig.24: 1. Clamping nut 2. Upper handle
3. Store the grass basket between the handle and
the mower body.
► Fig.25: 1. Grass basket
12 ENGLISH
Always be sure that the lock
Always remove the lock key when
Wear gloves when performing
When carrying or storing the