Adjusting The Mowing Height - Makita DLM480 Instruction Manual

Switch action
WARNING:
Before installing the battery cartridge,
always check to see that the switch lever actuates prop-
erly and returns to the original position when released.
Operating the 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 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.
For DLM481/DLM539
1.
Install the battery cartridges. Insert the lock key,
and then close the battery cover.
2. Press the main power switch.
3. Pull the switch lever toward you while holding down the switch
button. Release the switch button as soon as the motor starts running.
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Fig.21
► 1 . Switch button 2. Switch lever
4.
While holding the switch lever, push the drive lever
forward and hold it to drive the rear wheels.
Fig.22
► 1 . Drive lever
NOTE: You can drive the rear wheels by pushing the drive
lever forward and hold it without pulling the switch lever.
5. Release the drive lever and the switch lever to
stop the machine.
For DLM480/DLM538
1.
Install the battery cartridges. Insert the lock key,
and then close the battery cover.
2. Press the main power switch.
3. Pull the switch lever toward you while holding
down the switch button. Release the switch button as
soon as the motor starts running.
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Fig.23
► 1 . Switch button 2. Switch lever
4.
Release the switch lever to stop the motor.

Adjusting the mowing height

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WARNING:
the mower body when adjusting the mowing height.
WARNING:
fits in the groove properly before operation.
The mowing height can be adjusted in the range of
between 20 mm and 100 mm.
Remove the lock key, and then pull the mowing height
adjusting lever outward of the mower body and move it
to your desired mowing height.
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Fig.24
► 1 . Mowing height adjusting lever
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Never put your hand or leg under
Always make sure that the lever
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