Makita PTM1000 Operator's Manual page 121

HOW TO USE THE MACHINE
5.3.2 T
YRE PRESSURE
Having the correct tyre pressure is the main con-
dition for ensuring that the cutting deck is hori-
zontal and thus mows evenly.
Take off the hubcaps (
valve caps and connect a compressed air line
with a gauge to the valves.
The pressures are:
FRONT
REAR
5.3.3 F
ILLING WITH OIL AND FUEL
NOTE
With the engine stopped, check its oil level.
Exactly following the methods described in the
engine manual, this must be between the MIN
and MAX marks on the dipstick.
Refuel using a funnel, but do not completely fill
the tank.
The tank's capacity is about 7 litres.
DANGER!
!
ried out in an open or well ventilated area
with engine stopped. Always remember
that petrol fumes are inflammable. DO NOT
TAKE A NAKED FLAME TO THE TANK'S
OPENING IN ORDER TO SEE THE TANK'S
CONTENTS AND DO NOT SMOKE WHEN
REFUELLING.
IMPORTANT
plastic parts to avoid ruining them. In the event
of accidental leaks, rinse immediately with
water.
if fitted), unscrew the
1.5 bar (tyres 13 x 5.00-6)
1.0 bar (tyres 15 x 5.00-6)
1.2 bar
The type of oil and fuel to use is given in the engine manual.
Refuelling should be car-
Do not drip petrol onto the
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EN
MAX
MIN