Makita DLM460 Instruction Manual page 9

- Do not open or mutilate the battery(ies).
Released electrolyte is corrosive and may cause
damage to the eyes or skin. It may be toxic if
swallowed.
- Do not charge battery in rain, or in wet
locations.
Always keep a firm hold on the handle.
11.
12. Always be sure of your footing on slopes.
13. Walk, never run.
14. Don't grasp the exposed cutting blades or
cutting edges when picking up or holding the
mower.
15. Physical condition - Do not operate mower
while under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or
any medication.
16. Keep hands and feet away from rotating
blades. Caution - Blades coast after the mower
is switched off.
17. Use only the manufacturer genuine blades
specified in this manual.
18. Check the blades or blade bolts carefully for
cracks or damage before operation. Replace
cracked or damaged blades or blade bolts
immediately.
19. Be sure the area is clear of other people before
mowing. Stop mower if anyone enters the area.
20. Remove foreign matters such as rocks, wire,
bottles, bones and large sticks from the work
area before mowing to prevent personal injury
or damage to the mower.
21. Stop operation immediately if you notice
anything unusual. Switch off the mower and
remove the key. Then inspect the mower.
22. Never attempt to make cutting height adjust-
ments while mower is running if the mower
has cutting height adjustment feature.
23. Release switch lever and wait for blade rota-
tion to stop before crossing driveways, walks,
roads, and any gravel-covered areas. Also
remove the lock key if you leave the mower,
reach to pick up or remove something out of
your way, or for any other reason that may
distract you from what you are doing.
24. Objects struck by the mower blade can cause
severe injuries to persons. The lawn should
always be carefully examined and cleared of
all objects prior to each mowing.
25. If the mower strikes a foreign object, follow
these steps:
- Stop the mower, release the switch lever and
wait until the blade comes to a complete stop.
- Remove the lock 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 con-
tinuing to operate the mower.
26. Check the grass basket frequently for wear or
deterioration. For storage, always make sure
the grass basket is empty. Replace a worn
grass basket with a new factory replacement
for safety.
27. Use extreme caution when reversing or pulling
the mower towards you.
28. Stop the blade(s) if the mower has to be tilted
for transportation when crossing surfaces
other than grass, and when transporting the
mower to and from the area to be used.
29. Never operate the mower with defective
guards or shields, or without safety devices,
for example deflectors and/or grass basket, in
place.
30. Switch on the mower carefully according to
instructions and with feet well away from the
blade(s).
31. Do not tilt the mower when switching on the
motor, except if the mower has to be tilted for
starting. In this case, do not tilt it more than
absolutely necessary and lift only the part,
which is away from the operator.
32. Do not start the mower when standing in front
of the discharge opening.
33. Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating
parts. Keep clear of the discharge opening at
all times.
34. Do not transport the mower while the mower is
turned on.
35. Stop the mower, and remove the disabling
device. Make sure that all moving parts have
come to a complete stop
- whenever you leave the mower,
- before clearing blockages or unclogging
chute,
- before checking, cleaning or working on the
mower,
- after striking a foreign object. Inspect the
mower for damage and make repairs before
restarting and operating the mower.
36. If the mower starts to vibrate abnormally
(check immediately)
- inspect for damage,
- replace or repair any damaged parts,
- check for and tighten any loose parts.
37. Be careful during adjustment of the mower
to prevent entrapment of the fingers between
moving blades and fixed parts of the mower.
38. Mow across the face of slopes, never up and
down. Exercise extreme caution when chang-
ing direction on slopes. Do not mow exces-
sively steep slopes.
39. Check the blade mounting bolt at frequent
intervals for proper tightness.
40. Keep all nuts, bolts, and screws tight to
be sure the equipment is in safe working
condition.
41. Always allow the mower to cool down before
storing.
42. When servicing the blades be aware that, even
though the power source is switched off, the
blades can still be moved.
43. Replace worn or damaged parts for safety.
Use only genuine replacement parts and
accessories.
44. Do not use the machine when there is a risk of
lightning.
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