Functional Description; Operation - Makita ELM3320 Betriebsanleitung

FUNCTIONAL
DESCRIPTION
Adjusting the mowing height
Before adjusting the mowing
WARNING:
height, unplug the extension cord from the power
supply, and check that the blades have come to a
complete halt.
Never put your hand or leg under
WARNING:
the mower body when adjusting the mowing
height.
You can adjust the mowing height in the range of 20
mm to 55 mm (for ELM3320/ELM3720) or 20 mm to 75
mm (for ELM4120). The mowing height can be adjusted
in 3 levels (for ELM3320/ELM3720) or 7 levels (for
ELM4120).
For ELM3320/ELM3720
► Fig.12: 1. Adjusting lever
For ELM4120
► Fig.13: 1. Adjusting lever
Hold the handle with one hand, and then move the
adjusting lever with the other hand.
► Fig.14: 1. Adjusting lever
NOTE: Try a test mowing of grass in a less conspicu-
ous place to get your desired height.
Switch action
Before plugging in the tool,
WARNING:
always check that the switch lever actuates
properly and returns to the "OFF" position when
released.
For your safety, this machine is
WARNING:
equipped with the lock-off button which prevents
the tool from unintended starting. Never use the
machine if it starts when you pull the switch lever
without pressing the lock-off button. Ask your
local Makita Service Center for repairs.
Never disable the lock function or
WARNING:
tape down the lock-off button.
Do not pull the switch lever forcibly
NOTICE:
without pressing the lock-off button. The switch
may break.
To start the machine, press the lock-off button, and
then squeeze in the switch lever. To stop the machine,
release the switch lever.
► Fig.15: 1. Switch lever 2. Lock-off button
Level indicator of grass basket
The level indicator of the grass basket opens during
mowing if the grass basket is not full. If the grass basket
is full, the level indicator closes during mowing. If it's
full, empty the grass basket before starting mowing.
► Fig.16: 1. Level indicator
► Fig.17: 1. Level indicator
Adjusting the handle height
The handle height can be adjusted in three levels.
Loosen the thumb nuts while holding the handle, then
adjust the handle height by aligning the arrow with one
of the marks, and then tighten the thumb nuts.
► Fig.18: 1. Thumb nut 2. Mark 3. Arrow
Motor protection system (Over
current relay)
WARNING:
while operating it, release the switch lever
and unplug the extension cord. Otherwise, the
machine may suddenly restart and cause an
injury.
Before removing an object that is
CAUTION:
jamming the blade, be sure to wear gloves and
unplug the extension cord from the power socket.
If the cut off grass or dirt is jamming inside of the main
body, the machine stops automatically to protect the
motor (over current relay). In this case, unplug the
extension cord from the power socket, then remove the
material causing the jam, and then let the machine cool
down for a few minutes before turning on the machine.
NOTE: The over current relay may be activated when
wet or long grass gets caught up inside of the main
body.

OPERATION

Mowing
WARNING:
and stones from the mowing area. Furthermore,
clear away any weeds from the mowing area in
advance.
► Fig.19
WARNING:
safety glasses with side shields when operating
the mower.
If the cut grass or foreign object
CAUTION:
blocks up inside of the mower body, be sure to
turn the power off, and then unplug the extension
cord from the power socket. Before removing the
grass or foreign object, be sure to wear gloves.
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If the machine suddenly stops
Before mowing, clear away sticks
Always wear the safety goggles or