Makita LM001C Instruction Manual page 17

Control panel
The control panel has the main power switch and the
mode switching button.
► Fig.24: 1. Soft no-load mode lamp 2. Noise reduc-
tion mode lamp 3. Mode switching button
4. Main power lamp 5. 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
machine/battery protection system.
NOTE: This machine employs the auto power-off func-
tion. To avoid unintentional start up, the main power
switch will automatically shut down when the switch
lever and drive lever (if equipped) are 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 soft no-load mode and the soft
no-load mode lamp lights up in green. In the soft
no-load mode, you can minimizes start-up shock.
When you press the mode switching button again, the
machine shifts to the noise reduction mode and the noise
reduction mode lamp lights up in green. In the noise
reduction 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
When the remaining battery capacity becomes low, the
indicator lamp blinks or lights up.
► Fig.25: 1. Indicator lamp
Indicator lamp
Off Blinking
NOTE: The indicator lamp for remaining battery
capacity is just for a reference. The actual bat-
tery capacity may differ depending on the usage
conditions.
NOTE: The display of the indicator lamp is updated
when the machine stops operation.
Remaining
capacity
Lighted
20% to 100%
0% to 20%
Charge the
battery.
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Switch action
WARNING:
Before installing the portable
power pack, always check to see that the switch
lever actuates properly and returns to the original
position when released. Operating the 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 lock key and handle
switch. If you notice anything unusual with either of the
lock key or switch, stop the operation immediately and
have them checked by your nearest Makita Authorized
Service Center.
1. Install the portable power pack, and then insert the
lock key.
2. Press the power button on the portable power
pack. The main power lamp will light up.
For PDC1200
► Fig.26: 1. Power button 2. Main power lamp
For PDC01
► Fig.27: 1. Power button 2. Main power lamp
3. Press the main power switch.
4. Pull the switch lever toward you while holding
down the switch button. Release the switch button as
soon as the motor starts running.
► Fig.28: 1. Switch button 2. Switch lever
NOTE: If the lock key is not inserted, the power lamp
blinks in green when you pull the switch lever.
5. While holding the switch lever, push the drive lever
forward and hold it to drive the rear wheels.
► Fig.29: 1. Drive lever
NOTE: You can drive the rear wheels by pushing
the drive lever forward and hold it without pulling the
switch lever.
6. Release the drive lever and the switch lever to
stop the machine.
Adjusting the mowing height
WARNING:
Never put your hand or leg under
the mower body when adjusting the mowing
height.
WARNING:
Always make sure that the lever
fits in the groove properly before operation.
The mowing height can be adjusted in the range of
between 20 mm and 100 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.30: 1. Mowing height adjusting lever