Maintenance And Storage - Makita DLM380 Instruction Manual

MAINTENANCE &
STORAGE
WARNING:
• Always be sure that the lock key and battery
cartridge are removed from the mower before
storage or attempting to perform inspection or
maintenance.
• Wear gloves when performing inspection or
maintenance.
CAUTION:
• 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 your mower using only mild soap and a
damp cloth. Do not spray or pour water on your
mower when cleaning.
3. Turn mower on its side and clean grass clippings
that have 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. Have repairs made on any damaged or
missing parts.
6. Before storing the mower, remove the battery
cartridge from it.
7. Store mower indoors in a cool, dry and locked
place. Don't store the mower and charger in loca-
tions where the temperature may reach or exceed
40°C (104°F).
Storage
WARNING:
• When carrying or storing the mower, hold both
the handle and front grip of the mower. Only
holding the handles may cause a serious injury
or damage to the mower.
► Fig.25
1. Loosen the clamping screw, expand the lower
handle to both sides and then move down the
handle forward. At this time, keep a firm grip on
the front grip so that it does not fall down to the far
side from the tool.
► Fig.26: 1. Clamping screw 2. Clamping nut
2. Loosen the clamping nut and pivot the upper
handle back.
► Fig.27: 1. Handle 2. Clamping nut
To maintain product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs,
any other maintenance or adjustment should be per-
formed by Makita Authorized Service Centers, always
using Makita replacement parts.
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