Makita DLM382 Manuel D'instructions page 14

Mowing a long-grass lawn
Do not try to cut long grass all in one go. Instead, mow
the lawn in some steps. Leave a day or two between
mows until the lawn becomes evenly short.
NOTE: Mowing long grass to a short length all in one
go 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, regu-
larly check the grass basket for any damage or weak-
ened 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.
► Fig.27: 1. Rear cover 2. Handle
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.
Maintenance
1.
Remove the lock key. Store it in a safe place out of
the reach of children.
2. Clean the mower using only a wet cloth. Do not
spray or pour water on the mower when cleaning.
3. Put the mower on its side and clean grass clip-
pings 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. Damaged or missing parts should be repaired or
replaced.
Storage
WARNING:
mower, do not hold the folded handles but the
front grip of the mower. Holding the folded handles
may cause a serious injury or damage to the mower.
Before storing the mower, remove the battery cartridge
and lock key.
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.
► Fig.28: 1. Front grip 2. Rear grip
1. Loosen the clamping screws and expand the
lower handle to both sides. Move down the handle for-
ward. At this time, keep a firm grip on the lower handle
so that the handle does not fall down to the far side from
the mower body.
► Fig.29: 1. Clamping screw 2. Lower handle
2. Loosen the clamping nuts and pivot the upper
handle back while expanding the both sides.
► Fig.30: 1. Clamping nut 2. Upper handle
3. Store the grass basket between the handle and
the mower body.
► Fig.31: 1. Grass basket
NOTE: When putting the mower in the upright posi-
tion, do not hold the handle but use the front grip of
the mower.
Removing or installing the mower
blade
WARNING:
battery cartridge when removing or installing the
blade. Failure to remove the lock key and battery
cartridge may cause a serious injury.
WARNING:
onds after releasing the switch. Do not start any
operation until the blade comes to a complete
stop.
WARNING:
dling the blade.
Removing the mower blade
For DLM382
1. Put the mower on its side so that the mowing
height adjusting lever comes to the upper side.
2. To lock the blade rotation, insert a screwdriver or a
similar tool into a hole on the mower body.
3. Turn the bolt counterclockwise with the wrench.
► Fig.32: 1. Mower blade 2. Screwdriver 3. Wrench
4.
Remove the bolt and blade in order.
► Fig.33: 1. Blade support 2. Mower blade 3. Bolt
14 ENGLISH
When carrying or storing the
Always remove the lock key and
The blade coasts for a few sec-
Always wear gloves when han-