Makita DLM462 Instruction Manual

Makita DLM462 Instruction Manual

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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Cordless Lawn Mower
DLM462
DLM530
DLM532
Read before use.

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  • Page 1 INSTRUCTION MANUAL Cordless Lawn Mower DLM462 DLM530 DLM532 Read before use.
  • Page 2: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS Model: DLM462 DLM530 DLM532 Mowing width (blade diameter) 460 mm 534 mm No load speed 2,500 min 2,300 min Maximum speed 3,300 min 2,800 min Part number of replacement Straight mower blade 191D51-9 191D52-7 mower blade Swing back mower blades *1...
  • Page 3: Safety Warnings

    It is an employer's responsibility to enforce SAFETY WARNINGS the use of appropriate safety protective equip- ments by the tool operators and by other per- sons in the immediate working area. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Check the blades or blade bolts carefully for cracks or damage before operation.
  • Page 4 12. Stop the blade(s) if the mower has to be tilted 28. Shut the motor off and wait until the blade for transportation when crossing surfaces comes to a complete stop before removing the other than grass, and when transporting the grass catcher.
  • Page 5 14. When washing the machine, be sure to remove After removing the battery from the machine or the battery and lock key and close the battery charger, be sure to attach the battery cover to cover, and pour water toward the bottom of the the battery and store it in a dry place.
  • Page 6: Installing The Handle

    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 ► 1 . Lower handle 2. Bolt...
  • Page 7: Removing The Mulching Plug

    Installing or removing the grass Hold the upper handle firmly so CAUTION: basket that it does not drop off your hand. Otherwise, the 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 lock key. Pull up the locking lever, and then open the battery cover. Close the battery cover. Switching the battery cartridges ► 1 . Battery cover 2. Locking lever Align the tongue on the battery cartridge with the ► 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 If you notice anything unusual with either of the Select the battery cartridges used for operation by lock key or switch, stop the operation immediately and turning the battery selection switch. have them checked by your nearest Makita Authorized Press the main power switch. Service Center. For DLM462/DLM532 Install the battery cartridges.
  • Page 12: Adjusting The Mowing Height

    Pull the switch lever toward you while holding The table below shows the relationship between the number down the switch button. Release the switch button as on the mower body and the approximate mowing height. soon as the motor starts running. Number Mowing height 20 mm...
  • Page 13: Adjusting The Handle Height

    When the grass basket is almost full, the indicator does Adjusting the traveling speed not float while the blades are running. In this case, stop the operation immediately and empty the basket. For DLM462/DLM532 ► 1 . Grass level indicator ► 1 . Speed lever The traveling speed can be adjusted with the speed NOTE: This indicator is a rough guide. Depending on the conditions of inside of the basket, this indicator lever.
  • Page 14: Electronic Function

    The center lines of the front wheels are guidelines to the mower blades after releasing the switch lever, mowing width. Using the center lines as guidelines, have the machine serviced at Makita Authorized mow in strips. Overlap by one half to one third the previ- Service Center.
  • Page 15: Maintenance

    The cut grass may To maintain product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs, any other maintenance or adjustment should also block up inside of the mower body. be performed by Makita Authorized or Factory Service Centers, always using Makita replacement parts. Emptying the grass basket Maintenance...
  • Page 16: Carrying The Mower

    Removing the mower blade Carrying the mower For models equipped with straight When carrying the mower, hold the front grip and rear mower blade grip with two people as shown in the figure. 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 17 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 18: 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 19: 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 885760-926 20191004 www.makita.co.nz...

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