Electronic Function; Operation - Makita DLM460 Instruction Manual

► (1) 30 mm or more (2) 15 mm or less

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 rotat-
ing speed is kept constant even under load condition.
• Soft start
The soft-start function minimizes start-up shock,
and makes the machine start smoothly.

OPERATION

Mowing
WARNING:
Before mowing, clear away sticks
and stones from mowing area. Furthermore, clear
away any weeds from mowing area in advance.
WARNING:
Always wear the safety goggles or
safety glasses with side shields when operating
the mower.
CAUTION:
If the cut grass or foreign object
blocks up inside of the mower body, be sure to
remove the lock key and battery cartridge and wear
gloves before removing the grass or foreign object.
NOTICE:
Use this machine for mowing lawn only.
Do not mow weeds with this machine.
Firmly hold the handle with both hands when mowing.
The mowing speed guideline is approximately 1 meter
(3.3 ft.) per 4 seconds.
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The center lines of the front wheels are guidelines to
mowing width. Using the center lines as guidelines,
mow in strips. Overlap by one half to one third the previ-
ous strip to mow the lawn evenly.
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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.
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