Maintenance & Storage - Makita DLM380 Manuel D'instruction

Mowing a long-grass lawn
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Do not try to cut long grass all in one go. Instead, mow
the lawn in stages, leaving it for a day or two between
mows, until the lawn is evenly short.
NOTE:
Mowing long grass to a short length all in one go
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may cause the grass to die and/or block up the
inside of the main unit.
Emptying the grass basket
WARNING:
To reduce a risk of accident, regularly check the
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grass basket for any damage or weakened
strength and replace it if necessary.
1. Release the switch lever.
2. Remove the lock key.
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3. Open the rear guard and take out the grass
basket with its handle.
4. Empty the grass basket.
MAINTENANCE & STORAGE
WARNING:
Always be sure that the lock key and battery cartridge
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are removed from the mower before storage or
attempting to perform inspection or maintenance.
Wear gloves when performing inspection or
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maintenance.
CAUTION:
Never use gasoline, benzine, thinner, alcohol or
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the like. Discoloration, deformation or cracks may
result.
1. Grass basket
2. Handle
3. Rear guard
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MAINTENANCE
1. REMOVE THE LOCK KEY. Store it in a safe
place out of the reach of children.
2. Clean your mower using only mild soap and a
damp cloth. Do not spray or pour water on your
mower when cleaning.
3. Turn mower on its side and clean grass clippings
that have accumulated on the underside of
mower deck.
4. Check all nuts, bolts, knobs, screws, fasteners
etc. for tightness.
5. Inspect moving parts for damage, breakage, and
wear. Have repairs made on any damaged or
missing parts.
6. Before storing the mower, remove the battery
cartridge from it.
7. 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).
Storage
WARNING:
When carrying or storing the mower, hold both the
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handle and front grip of the mower. Only holding
the handles may cause a serious injury or damage
to the mower.
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1. Loosen the clamping screw, expand the lower
handle to both sides and then move down the
handle forward. At this time, keep a firm grip on
the front grip so that it does not fall down to the
far side from the tool.
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2. Loosen the clamping nut and pivot the upper
handle back.
1. Clamping screw
2. Clamping nut
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