Makita DLM462 Betriebsanleitung Seite 12

19. Keep hands and feet away from rotating
blades. Caution - Blades coast after the mower
is switched off.
20. Stop operation immediately if you notice
anything unusual. Switch off the mower and
remove the lock key. Then inspect the mower.
21. Never attempt to make cutting height adjust-
ments while mower is running if the mower
has cutting height adjustment feature.
22. Release switch lever and wait for blade rota-
tion to stop before crossing driveways, walks,
roads, and any gravel-covered areas. Also
remove the lock key if you leave the mower,
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.
23. If the 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 con-
tinuing to operate the mower.
24. Do not start the mower when standing in front
of the discharge opening.
25. If the mower starts to vibrate abnormally
(check immediately)
- inspect for damage,
- replace or repair any damaged parts,
- check for and tighten any loose parts.
26. Never direct discharged material toward
anyone. Avoid discharging material against a
wall or obstruction. Material may ricochet back
toward the operator. Stop the blade when crossing
gravel surfaces.
27. Do not pull the mower backwards unless
absolutely necessary. When you are compelled
to back the mower from a fence or other similar
obstruction, look down and behind before and
while moving backwards.
28. Shut the motor off and wait until the blade comes
to a complete stop before removing the grass
catcher. Beware that the blades coast after turn off.
29. When you use the machine on muddy ground,
wet slope, or slippery place, pay attention to
your footing.
30. Avoid working in poor environment where
increased user fatigue is expected.
31. Do not use the machine in bad weather where
visibility is limited. Failure to do so may cause
fall or incorrect operation due to low visibility.
32. Do not submerge the machine into a puddle.
33. When wet leaves or dirt adhere to the suc-
tion mouth (ventilation window) due to rain,
remove them.
34. Do not use the machine in the snow.
35. If the cut-off grass is wet, it is likely to be
clogged inside of the machine. Check the con-
dition of the machine regularly, and remove the
adhered grass as necessary.
36. When operating the machine, pay attention to
piping and wiring.
37. Do not use a corded power supply such as bat-
tery adapter or portable power pack with this
machine. The cable of such power supply may
hinder the operation and result in personal injury.
Maintenance and storage
1. Replace worn or damaged parts for safety.
Use only genuine replacement parts and
accessories.
2. Inspect and maintain the mower regularly.
3. When not in use, store the mower out of the
reach of children.
4. Keep all nuts, bolts, and screws tight to be sure
the equipment is in safe working condition.
Check the grass basket frequently for wear or
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deterioration. For storage, always make sure
the grass basket is empty. Replace a worn grass
basket with a new factory replacement for safety.
6. Use only the manufacturer genuine blades
specified in this manual.
Be careful during adjustment of the mower
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to prevent entrapment of the fingers between
moving blades and fixed parts of the mower.
Check the blade mounting bolt at frequent
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intervals for proper tightness.
9. Always allow the mower to cool down before storing.
10. When servicing the blades be aware that, even
though the power source is switched off, the
blades can still be moved.
11. Never remove or tamper with safety devices.
Check their proper operation regularly. Never
do anything to interfere with the intended
function of a safety device or to reduce the
protection provided by a safety device.
12. Do not leave the machine unattended outdoors
in the rain.
13. Do not wash the machine with high pressure water.
14. When washing the machine, be sure to remove
the battery and lock key and close the battery
cover, and pour water toward the bottom of the
machine to which the blade is attached.
15. When storing the machine, avoid direct sun-
light and rain, and store it in a place where it
does not get hot or humid.
16. Perform inspection or maintenance in a place
where rain can be avoided.
17. After using the machine, remove the adhered
dirt and dry the machine completely before
storing. Depending on the season or the area,
there is a risk of malfunction due to freezing.
Battery tool use and care
1. Recharge only with the charger specified by
the manufacturer. A charger that is suitable for
one type of battery pack may create a risk of fire
when used with another battery pack.
2. Use power tools only with specifically desig-
nated battery packs. Use of any other battery
packs may create a risk of injury and fire.
3. When battery pack is not in use, keep it away
from other metal objects, like paper clips,
coins, keys, nails, screws or other small metal
objects, that can make a connection from one
terminal to another. Shorting the battery termi-
nals together may cause burns or a fire.
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