Makita DLM380 Instruction Manual page 4

18. Keep hands and feet away from rotating
blades. Caution - Blades coast after turn off.
19. Remove key before servicing, cleaning or
removing material from the gardening appliance.
20. Use only the manufacturer genuine blades
specified in this manual.
21. Check the blades carefully for cracks or
damage before operation. Replace cracked or
damaged blades immediately.
22. Be sure the area is clear of other people before
mowing. Stop mower if anyone enters the area.
23. Remove foreign matters such as rocks, wire,
bottles, bones and large sticks from the work
area before mowing to prevent personal injury
or damage to the mower.
24. Stop operation immediately if you notice anything
unusual. Switch off the mower and remove the
key from the appliance. Then inspect the mower.
25. Never attempt
adjustments while mower is running.
26. Release switch lever and wait for blade rotation to
stop before crossing driveways, walks, roads, and
any gravel-covered areas. Also remove key if you
leave it, reach to pick up or remove something out
of your way, or for any other reason that may
distract you from what you are doing.
27. Objects struck by the lawn mower blade can
cause severe injuries to persons. The lawn
should always be carefully examined and
cleared of all objects prior to each mowing.
28. If lawn mower strikes a foreign object, follow
these steps:
- Stop the mower, release the switch lever and
wait until the blade comes to a complete stop.
- Remove the lock key and the battery cartridge.
- Thoroughly inspect the mower for any damage.
- Replace the blade if it is damaged in any way.
Repair any damage before restarting and
continuing to operate the mower.
29. Check the rear bag frequently for wear or
deterioration. For storage, always make sure
the rear bag is empty. Replace a worn bag
with a new factory replacement bag for safety.
30. Stop the motor and remove key whenever you leave
the equipment, before cleaning the mower housing,
and before making any repairs or inspections.
31. Use extreme caution when reversing or
pulling the machine towards you.
32. Stop the blade(s) if the machine has to be tilted
for transportation when crossing surfaces other
than grass, and when transporting the machine to
and from the area to be used.
33. Never operate the machine with defective guards
or shields, or without safety devices, for example
deflectors and/or grass collector, in place.
to make wheel
34. Switch on the motor carefully according to
instructions and with feet well away from the
blade(s).
35. Do not tilt the machine when switching on the
motor, except if the machine has to be tilted
for starting. In this case, do not tilt it more
than absolutely necessary and lift only the
part, which is away from the operator.
36. Do not start the machine when standing in
front of the discharge opening.
37. Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts.
Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times.
38. Do not transport the machine while the mower
is turned on.
39. Stop the machine, and remove the disabling
device. Make sure that all moving parts have
come to a complete stop
- whenever you leave the machine,
height - before clearing blockages or unclogging chute,
- before checking, cleaning or working on the
machine,
- after striking a foreign object. Inspect the
machine for damage and make repairs before
restarting and operating the machine;
40. If the machine starts to vibrate abnormally
(check immediately)
- inspect for damage,
- replace or repair any damaged parts,
- check for and tighten any loose parts.
41. Be careful during adjustment of the machine
to prevent entrapment of the fingers between
moving blades and fixed parts of the machine.
42. Mow across the face of slopes, never up and down.
Exercise extreme caution when changing direction
on slopes. Do not mow excessively steep slopes.
43. Do not wash with a hose; avoid getting water
in motor and electrical connections.
44. Check the blade mounting bolt at frequent
intervals for proper tightness.
45. Keep all nuts, bolts, and screws tight to be sure
the equipment is in safe working condition.
46. Always allow the machine to cool down
before storing.
47. When servicing the blades be aware that,
even though the power source is switched off,
the blades can still be moved.
48. Replace worn or damaged parts for safety. Use
only genuine replacement parts and accessories.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
WARNING:
DO NOT let comfort or familiarity with product (gained
from repeated use) replace strict adherence to safety
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