User Manual

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►1. Mowing width 2. Overlapping area 3. Center line
Change the mowing direction each time to prevent the
grassgrainpatternfromforminginjustonedirection.
Periodicallycheckthegrassbasketformowedgrass.
Emptythegrassbeforeitbecomesfull.Beforeevery
periodical check, be sure to stop the mower then
removethelockkeyandthebatterycartridge.
NOTE: Using the mower 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upinsideofthemowerbody.
Emptying the grass basket
WARNING: To reduce a risk of accident, reg-
ularly check the grass basket for any damage or
weakened strength. Replace the grass basket if
necessary.
1. Release the switch lever.
2. Removethelockkey.
3. Open the rear cover and take out the grass basket
byholdingthehandle.
1 2
3
►1. Rear cover 2. Handle 3. Grass basket
4. Emptythegrassbasket.
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.