Operation; Maintenance - Makita DLM537Z Instruction Manual

OPERATION

Mowing
WARNING:
Before mowing, clear away sticks
and stones from mowing area. Furthermore, clear
away any weeds from mowing area in advance.
WARNING:
Always wear the safety goggles or safety
glasses with side shields when operating the mower.
CAUTION:
If the cut grass or foreign object
blocks up inside of the mower body, be sure to
remove the lock key and battery cartridge and wear
gloves before removing the grass or foreign object.
NOTICE:
Use this machine for mowing lawn only.
Do not mow weeds with this machine.
► Fig.26
Firmly hold the handle with both hands when mowing. The mowing
speed guideline is approximately 7 to 14 meters per 10 seconds.
► Fig.27
The center lines of the front wheels are guidelines to mowing
width. Using the center lines as guidelines, mow in strips. Overlap
by one half to one third the previous strip to mow the lawn evenly.
► Fig.28: 1. Mowing width 2. Overlapping area 3. Center line
Change the mowing direction each time to prevent the
grass grain pattern from forming in just one direction.
► Fig.29
Periodically check the grass basket for mowed grass. Empty the
grass before it becomes full. Before every periodical check, be sure
to stop the mower then remove the lock key and the battery cartridge.
NOTICE:
Using the mower with the grass basket full
prevents smooth blade rotation and places an extra
load on the motor, which may cause breakdown.
Mowing a long-grass lawn
Do not try to cut long grass all at once. Instead, mow
the lawn in steps. Leave a day or two between mowings
until the lawn becomes evenly short.
► Fig.30
NOTE: Mowing long grass to a short length all at
once may cause the grass to die. The cut grass may
also block up inside of the mower body.
Emptying the grass basket
WARNING:
To reduce a risk of accident, regu-
larly check the grass basket for any damage or weak-
ened strength. Replace the grass basket if necessary.
1. Release the switch lever and drive lever.
2. Remove the lock key.
3. Open the rear cover and take out the grass basket
by holding the handle.
► Fig.31: 1. Rear cover 2. Handle 3. Grass basket
4. Empty the grass basket.

MAINTENANCE

WARNING:
key and battery cartridge are removed from the
mower before storing or carrying the mower or
attempting to perform inspection or maintenance.
WARNING:
the mower is not in use. Store the lock key in a
safe place out of reach of children.
WARNING:
inspection or maintenance.
WARNING:
safety glasses with side shields when performing
inspection or maintenance.
NOTICE:
Never use gasoline, benzine, thinner,
alcohol or the like. 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.
Maintenance
1.
Remove the lock key and battery cartridges, and
then close the battery cover.
2. Put the mower on its side and clean grass clip-
pings accumulated on the underside of mower deck.
3. Pour water toward the bottom of the machine to
which the blade is attached.
NOTICE:
Do not wash the machine with high
pressure water.
4. Check all nuts, bolts, knobs, screws, fasteners etc.
for tightness.
5.
Inspect moving parts for damage, breakage, and
wear. Damaged or missing parts should be repaired or
replaced.
6. Store the mower in a safe place out of the reach of
children.
NOTICE:
Do not pour water to the area shown in
the figure. Pouring water to the motor unit may cause
a malfunction of the machine.
► Fig.32: 1. Area where water should not be poured
Carrying the mower
When carrying the mower, hold the front grip and rear
grip with two people as shown in the figure.
► Fig.33: 1. Front grip 2. Rear grip
Storing
Store mower indoors in a cool, dry and locked place.
Don't store the mower and charger in locations where
the temperature may reach or exceed 40 °C.
17 ENGLISH
Always be sure that the lock
Always remove the lock key when
Wear gloves when performing
Always wear the safety goggles or