Makita UV001G Instruction Manual page 11

Operation
1. Do not overreach. Keep the balance at all
times. Always be sure of the footing on slopes.
Walk, never run.
2. Stop the machine and turn off the machine,
and make sure that all moving parts have
come to a complete stop:
- whenever you leave the machine,
- before clearing blockages or unclogging chute,
- before checking, cleaning or working on the
machine,
- after striking a foreign object. Inspect the
machine for damage and make repairs before
restarting and operating the machine,
- whenever the machine starts vibrating
abnormally.
3. Never operate the machine with defective
guards or shields, or without safety devices,
for example grass basket, in place.
4. Avoid using the machine in bad weather
conditions especially when there is a risk of
lightning.
5. Wear eye protection and stout shoes at all
times while operating the machine.
6. Operate the machine only in daylight or in
good artificial light.
Switch on the machine carefully according to
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instructions and with feet well away from the
scarifier blades.
Take care against injury to feet and hands from
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the scarifier blades.
9. Always ensure that the ventilation openings
are kept clear of debris.
10. Operate the machine across the face of slopes,
never up and down. Exercise extreme caution
when changing direction on slopes. Do not
operate the machine excessively steep slopes.
11. Use extreme caution when reversing or pulling
the machine towards you.
12. Stop the blades if the machine has to be tilted
for transportation when crossing surfaces
other than grass, and when transporting the
machine to and from the area to be used.
13. Do not tilt the machine when switching on the
motor, except if the machine has to be tilted
for starting. In this case, do not tilt it more
than absolutely necessary and lift only the
part, which is away from the operator. Always
ensure that both hands are in the operating
position before returning the machine to the
ground.
14. Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating
parts. Keep clear of the discharge opening at
all times.
15. Do not transport the machine while the
machine is turned on.
16. Avoid operating the machine in wet grass.
17. Always keep a firm hold on the handle.
18. Don't grasp the exposed scarifier blades or
cutting edges when picking up or holding the
machine.
19. Keep hands and feet away from rotating scar-
ifier blades. Caution - Blades coast after the
machine is switched off.
20. Stop operation immediately if you notice any-
thing unusual. Switch off the machine. Then
inspect the machine.
21. Never attempt to make working depth adjust-
ments while machine is running.
22. Release switch lever and wait for blade rota-
tion to stop before crossing driveways, walks,
roads, and any gravel-covered areas. Also turn
off the machine if you leave the machine, reach
to pick up or remove something out of your
way, or for any other reason that may distract
you from what you are doing.
23. If the machine strikes a foreign object, follow
these steps:
- Stop the machine, release the switch lever
and wait until the scarifier blades come to a
complete stop.
- Remove the battery cartridge.
- Thoroughly inspect the machine for any
damage.
- Replace the scarifier blades if they are damaged
in any way. Repair any damage before restarting
and continuing to operate the machine.
24. If the machine starts to vibrate abnormally
(check immediately)
- inspect for damage,
- replace or repair any damaged parts,
- check for and tighten any loose parts.
25. Do not pull the machine backwards unless
absolutely necessary. When you are compelled
to back the machine from a fence or other similar
obstruction, look down and behind before and
while moving backwards.
26. Shut the motor off and wait until the scarifier
blades come to a complete stop before remov-
ing the grass catcher. Beware that the blades
coast after turn off.
27. When you use the machine on muddy ground,
wet slope, or slippery place, pay attention to
your footing.
28. Do not submerge the machine into a puddle.
29. When operating the machine, pay attention to
piping and wiring.
Maintenance and storage
1. Replace worn or damaged parts for safety.
Use only genuine replacement parts and
accessories.
2. Inspect and maintain the machine regularly.
When not in use, store the machine out of the
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reach of children.
4. Keep all nuts, bolts, and screws tight to
be sure the equipment is in safe working
condition.
5. Check the grass basket frequently for wear or
deterioration. For storage, always make sure
the grass basket is empty. Replace a worn
grass basket with a new factory replacement
for safety.
Use only the manufacturer genuine scarifier
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blades specified in this manual.
7. Be careful during adjustment of the machine
to prevent entrapment of the fingers between
moving scarifier blades and fixed parts of the
machine.
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