Edge Mowing; Maintenance - Dolmar EM371 Instruction Manual

Start mowing near the power socket to ensure that the
extension cord does not become an obstacle.
► Fig.22: 1. Power socket 2. Extension cord
Do not allow the extension cord to pass under or
become entangled beneath the machine.
► Fig.23
► Fig.24
The lines on both sides of the main body are guidelines
to mowing width. Using the lines as guidelines, mow in
strips. Overlap by one half to one third the previous strip
to mow the lawn evenly.
► Fig.25: 1. Mowing width 2. Overlapping area 3. Line
Change the mowing direction each time to prevent the
grass grain pattern from forming in just one direction.
► Fig.26
Periodically check the grass basket for mowed grass.
Empty the basket before it becomes full. Before every
periodic check, be sure to stop the machine.
NOTE: Using the mower with the grass basket full
prevents smooth blade rotation and places an extra
load on the motor, which may cause a 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.27
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.

Edge mowing

When mowing at the edge, be sure to move the
machine along the edge.
► Fig.28

MAINTENANCE

WARNING:
Before performing the mainte-
nance, unplug the extension cord from the power
supply, and confirm that the blades have come to
a complete halt.
CAUTION:
When performing the mainte-
nance, always wear gloves.
To maintain product SAFETY and RELIABILITY,
repairs, any other maintenance or adjustment should
be performed by Makita/Dolmar Authorized or Factory
Service Centers, always using Makita/Dolmar replace-
ment parts.
Maintenance after mowing
After mowing, wipe the machine with a dry cloth or a
cloth dipped in soapy water. Also, use a soft brush to
brush off grass cuttings and dirt from blades.
Never use gasoline, benzine, thinner,
NOTICE:
alcohol or the like. Discoloration, deformation or
cracks may result.
Storing
1. Disconnect the extension cord.
► Fig.29: 1. Extension cord
Open the rear cover, and then remove the grass
2.
basket.
► Fig.30: 1. Rear cover 2. Grass basket
3. Loosen the thumb nuts while holding the handle,
then widen the handle outside a little, and then fold the
handle.
► Fig.31: 1. Thumb nut 2. Handle 3. Mark 4. Arrow
When folding the handle, be care-
CAUTION:
ful not to pinch your hand or fingers.
NOTE: Make sure that the arrow indicates the mark
at the most front position.
Tighten the thumb nuts.
4.
► Fig.32: 1. Thumb nut
Open the levers, and then place the cord over the
5.
lever.
► Fig.33: 1. Lever 2. Cord
Return the levers to the halfway position as shown
6.
in the figure.
► Fig.34: 1. Lever
7. Fold the handle.
► Fig.35: 1. Handle
Place the machine as shown in the figure.
8.
► Fig.36
CAUTION:
Be sure to store this machine
indoors and place it on a flat surface. Otherwise,
the machine may fall and cause an injury.
You can also store the machine as follows.
1. Disconnect the extension cord.
► Fig.37: 1. Extension cord
Open the rear cover, and then remove the grass
2.
basket.
► Fig.38: 1. Rear cover 2. Grass basket
Set the mowing height with the adjusting lever.
3.
For EM331/EM371:
Set the mowing height to "1".
► Fig.39: 1. Adjusting lever
For EM410:
Set the mowing height to "2".
► Fig.40: 1. Adjusting lever
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