Makita XML12 Instruction Manual page 10

Indicating the remaining battery
capacity
Only for battery packs with the indicator
Fig.15
► 1. Indicator lamps 2. Check button
Press the check button on the battery pack to indicate
the remaining battery capacity. The indicator lamps light
up for a few seconds.
Indicator lamps
Lighted Off
NOTE: Depending on the conditions of use and the
ambient temperature, the indication may differ slightly
from the actual capacity.
NOTE: The first (far left) indicator lamp will blink when
the battery protection system works.
1
2
Remaining
capacity
Blinking
75% to 100%
50% to 75%
25% to 50%
0% to 25%
Charge the
battery.
The battery
may have
malfunctioned.
Switch action
WARNING:
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 lock key 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 pack. Insert the lock key, and
then close the battery cover firmly.
Fig.16
► 1. Battery pack 2. Lock key
2. Press the switch button and hold it.
3. Hold the upper handle and pull the switch lever.
Fig.17
► 1. Switch button 2. Switch lever
4.
Release the switch button as soon as the motor
starts running. The mower will continue to run until you
release the switch lever.
5. Release the switch lever to stop the motor.
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Before installing the battery pack,
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