Troubleshooting; Optional Accessories - Makita XML12 Instruction Manual

Installing the mower blade
To install the mower blade, take the removal procedure
in reverse.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Before asking for repairs, conduct your own inspection first. If you find a problem that is not explained in the manual,
do not attempt to disassemble the machine. Instead, ask Makita Authorized Service Centers, always using Makita
replacement parts for repairs.
State of abnormality
Mower does not start.
Motor stops running after a little use.
Motor does not reach maximum
RPM.
Mower blade does not rotate:
stop the mower immediately!
Abnormal vibration:
stop the mower immediately!
OPTIONAL
ACCESSORIES
CAUTION:
These accessories or attachments
are recommended for use with your Makita
machine specified in this manual. The use of any
other accessories or attachments might present a risk
of injury to persons. Only use accessory or attach-
ment for its stated purpose.
If you need any assistance for more details regard-
ing these accessories, ask your local Makita Service
Center.
• Mower blade
• Makita genuine battery and charger
NOTE: Some items in the list may be included in the
product package as standard accessories. They may
differ from country to country.
Probable cause (malfunction)
Battery pack is not installed.
Battery problem (under voltage)
The lock key is not inserted.
Battery's charge level is low.
Cutting height is too low.
Battery pack is installed improperly.
Battery power is dropping.
The drive system does not work
correctly.
Foreign object such as a branch is
jammed near the blade.
The drive system does not work
correctly.
Blade is imbalanced, excessively or
unevenly worn.
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WARNING:
Install the mower blade carefully.
It has a top/bottom facing.
WARNING:
Tighten the bolt clockwise firmly
to secure the blade.
WARNING:
Make sure that the mower blade
and all the fixing parts are installed correctly and
tightened securely.
WARNING:
When you replace the blades,
always follow the instructions provided in this
manual.
Remedy
Install charged battery pack.
Recharge the battery pack. If recharging is not
effective, replace battery pack.
Insert the lock key.
Recharge the battery pack. If recharging is not
effective, replace battery pack.
Increase the cutting height.
Install the battery pack as described in this manual.
Recharge the battery pack. If recharging is not
effective, replace battery pack.
Ask your local authorized service center for repair.
Remove the foreign object.
Ask your local authorized service center for repair.
Replace the blade.
MAKITA LIMITED WARRANTY
Please refer to the annexed warranty sheet for the
most current warranty terms applicable to this product.
If annexed warranty sheet is not available, refer to the
warranty details set forth at below website for your
respective country.
United States of America: www.makitatools.com
Canada: www.makita.ca
Other countries: www.makita.com