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13 ENGLISH

MAINTENANCE

WARNING:

 

Always be sure that the lock 

key and battery cartridge are removed from the 

mower before storing or carrying the mower or 

attempting to perform inspection or maintenance.

WARNING:

 

Always remove the lock key when 

the mower is not in use. Store the lock key in a 

safe place out of reach of children.

WARNING:

 

Wear gloves when performing 

inspection or maintenance.

WARNING:

 

Always wear the safety goggles or 

safety glasses with side shields when performing 

inspection or maintenance.

NOTICE:

 

Never use gasoline, benzine, thinner, 

alcohol or the like. Discoloration, deformation or 

cracks may result.

To maintain product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, 

repairs, any other maintenance or adjustment should 

be performed by Makita Authorized or Factory Service 

Centers, always using Makita replacement parts.

Maintenance

1.

  Remove the lock key and battery cartridges, and 

then close the battery cover.

2.

 

Put the mower on its side and clean grass clip-

pings accumulated on the underside of mower deck.

3.

 

Pour water toward the bottom of the machine to 

which the blade is attached.

NOTICE:

 

Do not wash the machine with high 

pressure water.

4.

 

Check all nuts, bolts, knobs, screws, fasteners etc. 

for tightness.

5.

  Inspect moving parts for damage, breakage, and wear. 

Damaged or missing parts should be repaired or replaced.

6.

  Store the mower in a safe place out of the reach of 

children.

Carrying the mower

When carrying the mower, hold the front grip and lower 

handle with two people as shown in the figure.

1

2

►    

1.

 Lower handle 

2.

 Front grip

Storing

Store mower indoors in a cool, dry and locked place. 

Don't store the mower and charger in locations where 

the temperature may reach or exceed 40 °C (104 °F).

1.

 

Open the rear cover and take out the grass basket 

by holding the handle.

1

3

2

►    

1.

 Rear cover 

2.

 Handle 

3.

 Grass basket

2.

 

Loosen the thumb nuts and fold the upper handle.

1

2

2

►    

1.

 Upper handle 

2.

 Thumb nut

Summary of Contents for DLM461

Page 1: ...INSTRUCTION MANUAL Cordless Lawn Mower DLM460 DLM461 ENGLISH Original instructions Read before use ...

Page 2: ... switched off Remove the lock key before inspecting adjusting cleaning servicing leaving and storing the mower Ni MH Li ion Only for EU countries Do not dispose of electric equipment or battery pack together with household waste material In observance of the European Directives on Waste Electric and Electronic Equipment and Batteries and Accumulators and Waste Batteries and Accumulators and their ...

Page 3: ...cturer genuine blades specified in this manual 18 Check the blades or blade bolts carefully for cracks or damage before operation Replace cracked or damaged blades or blade bolts immediately 19 Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing Stop mower if anyone enters the area 20 Remove foreign matters such as rocks wire bottles bones and large sticks from the work area before mowing to p...

Page 4: ...t wash the machine with high pressure water 54 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 55 When storing the machine avoid direct sun light and rain and store it in a place where it does not get hot or humid 56 Perform inspection or maintenance in a place where rain ...

Page 5: ...lt in the battery bursting causing fires personal injury and damage It will also void the Makita warranty for the Makita tool and charger Tips for maintaining maximum battery life 1 Charge the battery cartridge before completely discharged Always stop tool operation and charge the battery cartridge when you notice less tool power 2 Never recharge a fully charged battery car tridge Overcharging sho...

Page 6: ...s not drop off your hand Otherwise the handle may fall and cause an injury 3 Attach holder A and holder B to the handle Position the cords as shown in the figure 1 2 3 1 Cord 2 Holder A 3 Holder B NOTE When attaching holder A be sure to fix the cord with the holder as shown in the figure Removing the mulching attachment For DLM460 1 Open the rear cover 1 1 Rear cover 2 Remove the mulching attachme...

Page 7: ...at the guard on the grass basket is facing downward Otherwise the grass basket may not catch all of cut off grass Attaching the mulching attachment For DLM460 1 Open the rear cover and then remove the grass basket 1 2 1 Rear cover 2 Grass basket 2 Attach the mulching attachment while holding down the lever and then release the lever to lock the mulching attachment 1 2 1 Lever 2 Mulching attachment...

Page 8: ...e seen If not it may accidentally fall out of the tool causing injury to you or someone around you CAUTION Do not install the battery cartridge forcibly If the cartridge does not slide in easily it is not being inserted correctly NOTE The tool does not work with only one battery cartridge To install the battery cartridge 1 Pull up the locking lever and then open the battery cover 1 2 1 Battery cov...

Page 9: ...the indicator 1 2 1 Indicator lamps 2 Check button Press the check button on the battery cartridge to indi cate the remaining battery capacity The indicator lamps light up for a few seconds Indicator lamps Remaining capacity Lighted Off Blinking 75 to 100 50 to 75 25 to 50 0 to 25 Charge the battery Indicator lamps Remaining capacity Lighted Off Blinking The battery may have malfunctioned NOTE Dep...

Page 10: ...is 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...

Page 11: ...ss in the grass basket When you operate the machine with the mulching attachment be sure to remove the grass basket Electronic function The machine is equipped with the electronic functions for easy operation Constant speed control Electronic speed control for obtaining constant speed Possible to get fine finish because the rotating speed is kept constant even under load condition Soft start The s...

Page 12: ...r with the grass basket full prevents smooth blade rotation and places an extra load on the motor which may cause breakdown Mowing a long grass lawn Do not try to cut long grass all at once Instead mow the lawn in steps Leave a day or two between mowings until the lawn becomes evenly short NOTE Mowing long grass to a short length all at once may cause the grass to die The cut grass may also block ...

Page 13: ... key and battery cartridges and then close the battery cover 2 Put the mower on its side and clean grass clip pings accumulated on the underside of mower deck 3 Pour water toward the bottom of the machine to which the blade is attached NOTICE Do not wash the machine with high pressure water 4 Check all nuts bolts knobs screws fasteners etc for tightness 5 Inspect moving parts for damage breakage a...

Page 14: ...er blade For DLM460 1 Put the mower on its side so that the mowing height adjusting lever comes to the upper side 2 To lock the blade insert a lumber or similar into the mower 3 Turn the bolt counterclockwise with the wrench 1 2 3 1 Mower blade 2 Wrench 3 Lumber 4 Remove the bolt washer mower blade in order 1 2 3 1 Mower blade 2 Washer 3 Bolt For DLM461 1 Put the mower on its side so that the mowi...

Page 15: ...kita replace ment parts for repairs State of abnormality Probable cause malfunction Remedy Mower does not start Two battery cartridges are not installed Install the charged battery cartridges Battery problem under voltage Recharge the battery cartridge If recharging is not effective replace battery cartridge The lock key is not inserted Insert the lock key Motor stops running after a little use Ba...

Page 16: ...ccessory or attachment 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 tool package as standard accessories They may differ from country to country Makita Corporation 3 11 8 Sumiyoshi cho Anjo Aichi 446 8502 Japan www...

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