Operation - Makita ELM3320 Instruction Manual

Level indicator of grass basket
The level indicator of the grass basket opens during
mowing if the grass basket is not full. If the grass basket
is full, the level indicator closes during mowing. If it's
full, empty the grass basket before starting mowing.
► Fig.16: 1. Level indicator
► Fig.17: 1. Level indicator
Adjusting the handle height
The handle height can be adjusted in three levels.
Loosen the thumb nuts while holding the handle, then
adjust the handle height by aligning the arrow with one
of the marks, and then tighten the thumb nuts.
► Fig.18: 1. Thumb nut 2. Mark 3. Arrow
Motor protection system (Over
current relay)
WARNING:
If the machine suddenly stops
while operating it, release the switch lever
and unplug the extension cord. Otherwise, the
machine may suddenly restart and cause an
injury.
CAUTION:
Before removing an object that is
jamming the blade, be sure to wear gloves and
unplug the extension cord from the power socket.
If the cut off grass or dirt is jamming inside of the main
body, the machine stops automatically to protect the
motor (over current relay). In this case, unplug the
extension cord from the power socket, then remove the
material causing the jam, and then let the machine cool
down for a few minutes before turning on the machine.
NOTE: The over current relay may be activated when
wet or long grass gets caught up inside of the main
body.

OPERATION

Mowing
WARNING:
Before mowing, clear away sticks
and stones from the mowing area. Furthermore,
clear away any weeds from the mowing area in
advance.
► Fig.19
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
turn the power off, and then unplug the extension
cord from the power socket. Before removing the
grass or foreign object, be sure to wear gloves.
CAUTION:
Be sure to install the grass basket
when operating the machine.
NOTICE:
Use this machine for mowing lawn only.
Do not mow weeds with this machine.
Firmly hold the handle with both hands when mowing.
► Fig.20
The mowing speed guideline is approximately one
meter per four seconds.
► Fig.21
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
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