Safety Warnings; Important Safety Instructions - Makita LM001C Instruction Manual

Intended use
The machine is intended for lawn mowing.
About this instruction manual
The term "battery" or "battery cartridge" in this instruc-
tion manual refers to the followings:
• Portable power pack
• Portable power pack to which battery cartridges
are installed
• Battery cartridge which is installed to portable
power pack
Noise
The typical A-weighted noise level determined accord-
ing to EN60335-2-77:
NOTE: The values have been measured with the
mower equipped with the straight mower blade or
mulching blade.
Sound pressure level (L
Sound power level (L ) : 91.8 dB (A)
WA
Uncertainty (K) : 3 dB(A)
NOTE: The declared noise emission value(s) has
been measured in accordance with a standard test
method and may be used for comparing one tool with
another.
NOTE: The declared noise emission value(s)
may also be used in a preliminary assessment of
exposure.
WARNING:
Wear ear protection.
WARNING:
The noise emission during actual
use of the power tool can differ from the declared
value(s) depending on the ways in which the
tool is used especially what kind of workpiece is
processed.
WARNING:
Be sure to identify safety mea-
sures to protect the operator that are based on an
estimation of exposure in the actual conditions of
use (taking account of all parts of the operating
cycle such as the times when the tool is switched
off and when it is running idle in addition to the
trigger time).
Vibration
The vibration total value (tri-axial vector sum) deter-
mined according to EN60335-2-77:
NOTE: The values have been measured with the
mower equipped with the straight mower blade or
mulching blade.
Vibration emission (a ) : 2.5 m/s
h
Uncertainty (K) : 1.5 m/s
NOTE: The declared vibration total value(s) has been
measured in accordance with a standard test method
and may be used for comparing one tool with another.
NOTE: The declared vibration total value(s) may also
be used in a preliminary assessment of exposure.
) : 81.3 dB(A)
pA
2
or less
2
WARNING:
actual use of the power tool can differ from the
declared value(s) depending on the ways in which
the tool is used especially what kind of workpiece
is processed.
WARNING:
sures to protect the operator that are based on an
estimation of exposure in the actual conditions of
use (taking account of all parts of the operating
cycle such as the times when the tool is switched
off and when it is running idle in addition to the
trigger time).
EC Declaration of Conformity
For European countries only
The EC declaration of conformity is included as Annex A
to this instruction manual.

SAFETY WARNINGS

IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING:
all instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and
instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or
serious injury.
Save all warnings and instruc-
tions for future reference.
Training
1. Read the instructions carefully. Be familiar
with the controls and the proper use of the
mower.
2. Never allow children or people unfamiliar with
these instructions to use the mower. Local
regulations can restrict the age of the operator.
3. Never operate the mower while people, espe-
cially children, or pets are nearby.
4. Keep in mind that the operator or user is
responsible for accidents or hazards occurring
to other people or their property.
5. Children should be supervised to ensure that
they do not play with the mower.
Physical condition - Do not operate mower
6.
while under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or
any medication.
Preparation
While operating the mower, always wear sub-
1.
stantial footwear and long trousers. Do not
operate the mower when barefoot or wearing
open sandals. Avoid wearing clothing or jewelry
that is loose fitting or that has hanging cords or
ties. They can be caught in moving parts.
2. Before use, always visually inspect the mower
for damaged, missing or misplaced guards or
shields.
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The vibration emission during
Be sure to identify safety mea-
Read all safety warnings and