Makita HML01 Instruction Manual page 3

any repairs or inspections.
16. Shut the motor off and wait until the blade
comes to a complete stop before removing the
grass catcher. Beware that the blades coast
after turn off.
17. Mow only in daylight or good artificial light.
18. Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use
common sense when operating the mower. Do
not use the mower while you are tired or under
the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication.
A moment of inattention while operating the
mower may result in serious personal injury.
19. Never operate the mower in damp or wet
conditions or in the rain. Always be sure of
your footing: keep a firm hold on the handle
and walk; never run.
20. If the mower strikes a foreign object, follow
these steps:
- Stop the mower by releasing the switch lever,
wait until the blade comes to a complete stop,
and then remove the key and the battery
cartridge.
- Thoroughly inspect the mower for any
damage.
- Replace the blade if it is damaged in any way.
Repair any damage before restarting and
continuing to operate the mower.
21. Use identical replacement blades only.
22. Disengage the self-propelled mechanism or
drive clutch on the mower so equipped before
starting the motor
23. If the equipment should start to vibrate
unusually, stop
immediately for the cause. Vibration is generally
a warning of trouble.
24. Always wear the safety goggles or safety
glasses with side shields when operating the
mower.
25. Battery tool use
- Recharge only with the charger specified by
the manufacturer. A charger that is suitable for
one type of battery pack may create a risk of fire
when used with another battery pack.
- Use power tools only with specifically
designated battery packs. Use of any other
battery packs may create a risk of injury and fire.
26. Do not insert key into mower until it is ready to
be used.
27. Don't grasp the exposed cutting blades or
cutting edges when picking up or holding the
appliance.
28. Check the blades carefully for cracks or
damage before operation. Replace cracked or
damaged blades immediately.
the motor and check
29. Never attempt
adjustments while mower is running.
30. Objects struck by the lawn mower blade can
cause severe injuries to persons. The lawn
should always be carefully examined and
cleared of all objects prior to each mowing.
31. Check the rear bag frequently for wear or
deterioration. For storage, always make sure
the rear bag is empty. Replace a worn bag with
a new factory replacement bag for safety.
32. Mow across the face of slopes, never up and
down. Exercise
changing direction on slopes. Do not mow
excessively steep slopes.
33. Do not wash with a hose; avoid getting water
in motor and electrical connections.
34. Check the blade mounting bolt at frequent
intervals for proper tightness.
35. Keep all nuts. bolts, and screws tight to be
sure the equipment is in safe working
condition.
WARNING:
Use of this product can create dust containing chemicals
which may cause respiratory or other illnesses.
Some examples of these chemicals are compounds
found in pesticides,
herbicides.
Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on
how often you do this type of work. To reduce your
exposure to these chemicals: work in a well ventilated
area, and work with approved safety equipment, such as
those dust masks that are specially designed to filter out
microscopic particles.
Symbols
The followings show the symbols used for tool.
･
volts
･
direct current
･
no load speed
･
revolutions or reciprocation per minute
IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
FOR BATTERY CARTRIDGE
1. Before using battery cartridge, read all
instructions and cautionary markings on (1)
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extreme caution
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