Makita DLM460 Instruction Manual page 13

Control panel
The control panel has the main power switch, the mode
switching button, and the indicator of remaining battery
capacity.
► Fig.19: 1. Battery indicator 2. Mode switching
lamp 3. Main power lamp 4. Check button
5. Mode switching button 6. Main power
switch
Main power switch
WARNING:
Always turn off the main power
switch when not in use.
To turn on the machine, press the main power switch.
The main power lamp lights up in green. To turn off the
machine, press the main power switch again.
NOTE: If the main power lamp lights up in red or
blinks in red or green, refer to the instructions for tool/
battery protection system.
NOTE: This machine employs the auto power-off
function. To avoid unintentional start up, the main
power switch will automatically shut down when the
switch lever is not pulled for a certain period after the
main power switch is turned on.
Mode switching button
You can switch the operating mode by pressing the
mode switching button. When the machine is turned on,
the machine starts up in the normal mode. When you
press the mode switching button, the machine shifts to
the energy-saving mode and the mode switching lamp
lights up in green. In the energy-saving mode, you can
decrease the noise at mowing. When you press the
mode switching button again, the machine returns to
the normal mode.
Indicating the remaining battery
capacity
Press the check button to indicate the remaining battery
capacities. The battery indicators correspond to each
battery.
Battery indicator status
On
Remaining battery
capacity
Off
50% - 100%
20% - 50%
0% - 20%
Switch action
WARNING:
tridge, always check to see that the switch lever
actuates properly and returns to the original
position when released. Operating a machine with a
switch that does not actuate properly can lead to loss
of control and serious personal injury.
NOTE: The mower does not start without pressing the
switch button even the switch lever is pulled.
NOTE: Mower may not start due to the overload
when you try to mow long or dense grass at a time.
Increase the mowing height in this case.
This mower is equipped with the interlock switch and
handle switch. If you notice anything unusual with either
of these switches, stop operation immediately and
have them checked by your nearest Makita Authorized
Service Center.
1. Install the battery cartridges. Insert the lock key
into the interlock switch and then close the battery
cover.
2. Press the main power switch.
3. Press the switch button and hold it.
4.
Grab the upper handle and pull the switch lever.
► Fig.20: 1. Switch button 2. Upper handle 3. Switch
lever
NOTE: If the lock key is not inserted, the power lamp
blinks in green when you pull the switch lever.
5. Release the switch button as soon as the motor
starts running. The mower will continue to run until you
release the switch lever.
6. Release the switch lever to stop the motor.
Adjusting the mowing height
WARNING:
the mower body when adjusting the mowing
height.
WARNING:
fits in the groove properly before operation.
The mowing height can be adjusted in the range of
between 20 mm and 75 mm.
Remove the lock key, and then pull the mowing height
adjusting lever outward of the mower body and move it
to your desired mowing height.
► Fig.21: 1. Mowing height adjusting lever
Hold the front grip with one hand, and then move the
mowing height adjusting lever with the other hand.
► Fig.22: 1. Mowing height adjusting lever 2. Front
grip
NOTE: The mowing height figures should be used
just as a guideline. Depending on the conditions of
the lawn or the ground, the actual lawn height may
become slightly different from the set height.
NOTE: Try a test mowing of grass in a less conspicu-
ous place to get your desired height.
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Before installing the battery car-
Never put your hand or leg under
Always make sure that the lever