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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Cordless Lawn Mower
DLM531
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  • Page 1 INSTRUCTION MANUAL Cordless Lawn Mower DLM531 Read before use.
  • Page 2: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS Model: DLM531 Mowing width (blade diameter) 534 mm No load speed 2,300 min Maximum speed 2,800 min Part number of replacement Straight mower blade 191D52-7 mower blade Swing back mower blades *1 191D50-1 Swing back mower blades *2 191D48-8...
  • Page 3: Save All Warnings And Instruc- Tions For Future Reference

    Remove foreign matters such as rocks, wire, Save all warnings and instruc- bottles, bones and large sticks from the work tions for future reference. area before mowing to prevent personal injury or damage to the mower. Training Objects struck by the mower blade can cause Read the instructions carefully.
  • Page 4 13. Do not tilt the mower when switching on the 30. Avoid working in poor environment where motor, except if the mower has to be tilted for increased user fatigue is expected. starting. In this case, do not tilt it more than 31.
  • Page 5 16. Perform inspection or maintenance in a place Service Have your power tool serviced by a qualified where rain can be avoided. 17. After using the machine, remove the adhered repair person using only identical replacement dirt and dry the machine completely before parts.
  • Page 6: Installing The Handle

    Only use genuine Makita batteries. Use of non-genuine Makita batteries, or batteries that have been altered, may result in the battery bursting causing fires, personal injury and damage. It will also void the Makita warranty for the Makita tool and charger. Tips for maintaining maximum battery life Charge the battery cartridge before completely discharged.
  • Page 7: Removing The Mulching Plug

    Installing or removing the grass Hold the upper handle firmly so CAUTION: that it does not drop off your hand. Otherwise, the basket handle may fall and cause an injury. To install the grass basket, follow the steps below. Attach the holders to the handle. Open the rear cover. Align the protrusions on the holder with the holes on the handle so that the protrusions fit in the holes. Position the cords as shown in the figure.
  • Page 8: Functional Description

    Attach the mulching plug while holding down the Open the right side cover, and then attach the lever, and then release the lever to lock the mulching discharge attachment. plug. Insert the hooks of the discharge attachment under the rod of the right side cover. ► 1 .
  • Page 9 To install the battery cartridge; Pull out the battery cartridge from the machine while sliding the button on the front of the cartridge. Pull up the locking lever, and then open the battery cover. Pull out the lock key. Close the battery cover. Switching the battery cartridges ► 1 .
  • Page 10: Control Panel

    Indicating the remaining battery Control panel capacity The control panel has the main power switch, the mode switching button, and the indicator of remaining battery Only for battery cartridges with the indicator capacity. ► 1 . Indicator lamps 2. Check button Press the check button on the battery cartridge to indi- cate the remaining battery capacity.
  • Page 11: Adjusting The Mowing Height

    This mower is equipped with the lock key and handle switch. If you notice anything unusual with either of the lock key or switch, stop the operation immediately and have them checked by your nearest Makita Authorized Service Center. Install the battery cartridges. Insert the lock key, and then close the battery cover.
  • Page 12: Adjusting The Handle Height

    When the grass basket is almost full, the indicator does Number Mowing height not float while the blades are running. In this case, stop 20 mm the operation immediately and empty the basket. 26 mm 32 mm 39 mm 47 mm 55 mm 63 mm 74 mm 86 mm 100 mm Hold the front grip or the lower handle with one hand, and then move the mowing height adjusting lever with the other hand.
  • Page 13: Operation

    This machine is equipped with an electric brake. If the machine consistently fails to quickly stop the mower blades after releasing the switch lever, have the machine serviced at Makita Authorized Service Center. OPERATION Mowing...
  • Page 14: Maintenance

    Discoloration, deformation or cracks may result. To maintain product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs, any other maintenance or adjustment should be performed by Makita Authorized or Factory Service Centers, always using Makita replacement parts. NOTE: Mowing long grass to a short length all at Maintenance once may cause the grass to die.
  • Page 15: Carrying The Mower

    Removing the mower blade Carrying the mower For models equipped with straight mower When carrying the mower, hold the front grip and rear grip with two people as shown in the figure. blade Put the mower on its side so that the mowing height adjusting lever comes to the upper side. To lock the blade, insert the pin into a hole on the mower body.
  • Page 16 To remove the individual mower blade, turn the For models equipped with swing back bolt counterclockwise with box wrench 17 while holding mower blades the base plate. Put the mower on its side so that the mowing height adjusting lever comes to the upper side. To lock the base plate, insert the pin into a hole on the mower body through a hole on the base plate.
  • Page 17: Troubleshooting

    To install the mower blades, perform the removal proce- dure in reverse. TROUBLESHOOTING Before asking for repairs, conduct your own inspection first. If you find a problem that is not explained in the manual, do not attempt to disassemble the machine. Instead, ask Makita Authorized Service Centers, always using Makita replacement parts for repairs. State of abnormality Probable cause (malfunction) Remedy Mower does not start.
  • Page 18: Optional Accessories

    The use of any other accessories or attachments might present a risk of injury to persons. Only use accessory or attach- ment for its stated purpose. If you need any assistance for more details regard- ing these accessories, ask your local Makita Service Center. • Mower blade •...
  • Page 20 Makita Corporation 3-11-8, Sumiyoshi-cho, Anjo, Aichi 446-8502 Japan 885760-914 20200129 www.makita.com...

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