Makita PLM4630N, Original Instruction Manual

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Hints for mulch-mowing:
- Regular cut-back by max. 2 cm from 6 cm to 4 cm
grass height.
- Use a sharp cutting knife.
- Do not mow wet grass.
- Set max. motor speed.
- Only move at working pace.
- Regularly clean mulching wedge, housing inner side
and mowing blade.
Starting Operation
6-1 Retrofitting for mulching mower
WARNING: Only with a stopped motor and
standstill cutter.
1. Raise the rear cover and remove the grass catcher.
2. Push the mulching wedge into the deck. Lock the
mulching wedge with the button into the opening on
the deck.
(Fig. 17, Fig. 18)
3. Lower the rear cover again. (Fig. 19)
4. Lift sideward flap and remove the side discharge
channel.
6-2 Resetting for side-discharge mowing
Only when motor and cutting are at standstill!
1. Lift the rear cover and remove the grass catcher.
2. Mount the mulching wedge.
3. Lift sideward flap for side discharge.
(Fig. 20)
4. Mount the side discharge channel for side discharge
on the support pin of the sideward flap. (Fig. 21)
5. Lower the sideward flap- the flap lies on the side
discharge channel. (Fig. 22)
6-3 Mowing with the grass catcher
Only with a stopped engine and standstill
cutter.
For mowing with the grass catcher, remove the mulching
wedge and discharge channel for side discharge and
mount the grass catcher.
1. Removing the mulching wedge.
- Lift rear cover and remove the mulching wedge.
2. Removing the side discharge channel for side
discharge.
- Lift sideward flap and remove the side discharge
channel.
- The sideward flap automatically closes the
discharge opening on the housing by mean of spring
force.
- Regularly clean the sideward flap and discharge
opening forms of grass rest and stuck dirt.
3. Mount the grass catcher.
- To fit: Raise the rear cover and hitch the grass
catcher on rear of mower.
- To remove: Grasp and lift the rear cover, remove
grass catcher.
7. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
7-1 BEFORE STARTING
Service the engine with gasoline and oil as instructed in
the separate engine manual packed in your mower. Read
instructions carefully.
(Fig. 23, Fig. 24, Fig. 25, Fig. 26)
WARNING: Petrol is highly flammable.
Store fuel in containers specifically designed for this
purpose.
Refuel outdoors only, before starting the engine and do
not smoke while refueling or handling fuel.
Never remove the cap of the fuel tank or add petrol while
the engine is running or when the engine is hot.
If petrol is spilled, do not attempt to start the engine but
move the machine away from the area of spillage and
avoid creating any source of ignition until petrol vapors
have dissipated.
Replace all fuel tanks and container caps securely.
Before tipping the lawn mower to maintain the blade or
drain oil, remove fuel from tank.
WARNING: Never fill fuel tank indoors, with
engine running or until the engine has been allowed to
cool for at least 15 minutes after running.
7-2 TO START ENGINE AND ENGAGE
BLADE
1. The unit is equipped with a rubber boot over the end of
the spark plug, make certain the metal loop on the end
of the spark plug wire (inside the rubber boot) is
fastened securely over the metal tip on the spark plug.
2. When starting cool engine turn choke lever to “ ”
position.
When starting warm engine and operating, turn
throttle choke lever to “
” position. (Fig. 27)
3. Standing behind the unit, grasp the brake control
handle and hold it against the upper handle as shown
in
Fig. 28 .
4. Grasp the starter handle as shown in Fig. 28 and pull
up rapidly. Return it slowly to the rope guide bolt after
engine starts.
Release the brake control handle to stop the engine and
blade.
Start the engine carefully according to
instructions and with feet well away from the
blade.
Do not tilt the lawn mower when starting the
engine. Start the mower on a level surface, free
of high grass or obstacles.
Keep hands and feet away from the rotating
parts. Do not start the engine when standing in
front of the discharge opening.