Operation; Maintenance - Makita LM001C Instruction Manual

OPERATION

Mowing
WARNING:
Before mowing, clear away sticks
and stones from mowing area. Furthermore, clear
away any weeds from mowing area in advance.
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
remove the lock key and battery cartridge and
wear gloves before removing the grass or foreign
object.
NOTICE:
Use this machine for mowing lawn only.
Do not mow weeds with this machine.
► Fig.37
Firmly hold the handle with both hands when mowing.
The mowing speed guideline is approximately 7 to 14
meters per 10 seconds.
► Fig.38
The center lines of the front wheels are guidelines to
mowing width. Using the center lines as guidelines,
mow in strips. Overlap by one half to one third the previ-
ous strip to mow the lawn evenly.
► Fig.39: 1. Mowing width 2. Overlapping area
3. Center line
Change the mowing direction each time to prevent the
grass grain pattern from forming in just one direction.
► Fig.40
Periodically check the grass basket for mowed grass.
Empty the grass before it becomes full. Before every
periodical check, be sure to stop the mower then
remove the lock key and the socket of the portable
power pack.
NOTICE:
Using the mower with the grass basket
full prevents smooth blade rotation and places
an extra load on the motor, which may cause
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.41
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.
Emptying the grass basket
WARNING:
ularly check the grass basket for any damage or
weakened strength. Replace the grass basket if
necessary.
1.
Release the switch lever and drive lever.
2.
Remove the lock key.
3. Open the rear cover and take out the grass basket
by holding the handle.
► Fig.42: 1. Rear cover 2. Handle 3. Grass basket
4. Empty the grass basket.

MAINTENANCE

WARNING:
and portable power pack are removed from the
mower before storing or carrying the mower or
attempting to perform inspection or maintenance.
WARNING:
the mower is not in use. Store the lock key in a
safe place out of reach of children.
WARNING:
inspection or maintenance.
WARNING:
safety glasses with side shields when performing
inspection or maintenance.
NOTICE:
Never use gasoline, benzine, thinner,
alcohol or the like. Discoloration, deformation or
cracks may result.
To maintain product SAFETY and RELIABILITY,
repairs, any other maintenance or adjustment should
be performed by Makita Authorized or Factory Service
Centers, always using Makita replacement parts.
Maintenance
1. Remove the lock key and portable power pack.
2. Put the mower on its side so that the mowing
height adjusting lever comes to the upper side. Clean
grass clippings accumulated on the underside of mower
deck.
3. Pour water toward the bottom of the machine to
which the blade is attached.
NOTICE:
Do not wash the machine with high
pressure water.
4. Check all nuts, bolts, screws, etc. for tightness.
5. Inspect moving parts for damage, breakage, and
wear. Damaged or missing parts should be repaired or
replaced.
6.
Store the mower in a safe place out of the reach of
children.
18 ENGLISH
To reduce a risk of accident, reg-
Always be sure that the lock key
Always remove the lock key when
Wear gloves when performing
Always wear the safety goggles or