Main Power Switch; Adjusting The Mowing Height - Makita DLM463 Instruction Manual

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 tool/
battery protection system.
NOTE: This machine employs the auto power-off function.
To avoid unintentional start up, the main power switch will
automatically shut down when the switch lever is 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 switch-
ing 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 energy-saving mode and the mode
switching lamp lights up in green. In the energy-saving 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
Press the check button to indicate the remaining battery
capacities. The battery indicators correspond to each
battery.
Battery indicator status
On
Switch action
WARNING:
Before installing the battery cartridge,
always check to see that the switch lever actuates prop-
erly and returns to the original position when released.
Operating a machine with a switch that does not actuate prop-
erly 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.
Remaining battery
capacity
Off
50% - 100%
20% - 50%
0% - 20%
This mower is equipped with the interlock switch 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 cartridges. Insert the lock key
into the interlock switch and then close the battery
cover.
2. Press the main power switch.
3.
Press the switch button and hold it.
4.
Grab the upper handle and pull the switch lever.
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Fig.16
► 1. Switch button 2. Upper handle 3. Switch lever
NOTE: If the lock key is not inserted, the power lamp
blinks in green when you pull the switch lever.
5.
Release the switch button as soon as the motor
starts running. The mower will continue to run until you
release the switch lever.
6. Release the switch lever to stop the motor.

Adjusting the mowing height

WARNING:
the mower body when adjusting the mowing
height.
WARNING:
fits in the groove properly before operation.
The mowing height can be adjusted in the range of
between 20 mm (13/16") and 75 mm (2-15/16").
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.17
► 1. Mowing height adjusting lever
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Never put your hand or leg under
Always make sure that the lever
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