Makita ELM4121 Manual De Instrucciones página 15

NOTICE:
Use this machine for mowing lawn only.
Do not mow weeds with this machine.
Firmly hold the handle with both hands when mowing.
► Fig.28
The mowing speed guideline is approximately one
meter per four seconds.
► Fig.29
Start mowing near the power socket to ensure that the
extension cord does not become an obstacle.
► Fig.30: 1. Power socket 2. Extension cord
Do not allow the extension cord to pass under or
become entangled beneath the machine.
► Fig.31
► Fig.32
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.
► Fig.33: 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.
► Fig.34
Periodically check the grass basket for mowed grass.
Empty the basket before it becomes full. Before every
periodic check, be sure to stop the machine.
NOTE: Using the mower with the grass basket full
prevents smooth blade rotation and places an extra
load on the motor, which may cause a 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.
► Fig.35
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.
Edge mowing
When mowing at the edge, be sure to face the left side
of the machine toward the edge, and then move the
machine along the edge.
► Fig.36
MAINTENANCE
WARNING:
nance, unplug the extension cord from the power
supply, and confirm that the blades have come to
a complete halt.
CAUTION:
When performing the mainte-
nance, always wear gloves.
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 after mowing
After mowing, wipe the machine with a dry cloth or a
cloth dipped in soapy water. Also, use a soft brush to
brush off grass cuttings and dirt from blades.
NOTICE:
Never use gasoline, benzine, thinner,
alcohol or the like. Discoloration, deformation or
cracks may result.
Storing
1. Disconnect the extension cord.
► Fig.37: 1. Extension cord
2.
Remove the grass basket.
3.
Set the mowing height with the adjusting lever.
For ELM4121:
Set the mowing height to "2".
► Fig.38: 1. Adjusting lever
For ELM4620/ELM4621:
Set the mowing height to "4".
► Fig.39: 1. Adjusting lever
4.
Open the levers of the handle outside while hold-
ing the upper handle, then set the handle height to the
middle, and then close the levers.
► Fig.40: 1. Lever 2. Mark 3. Arrow
CAUTION:
Before opening the levers, hold
the upper handle firmly. Otherwise, the handle
may fall and cause an injury.
5. Loosen the thumb nuts while holding the handle.
► Fig.41: 1. Thumb nut
6. Widen the handle outside a little, and then fold the
handle and insert the protrusions on the handle into the
holes.
► Fig.42: 1. Handle 2. Protrusion 3. Hole
CAUTION:
When folding the handle, be care-
ful not to pinch your hand or fingers.
7. Tighten the thumb nuts.
► Fig.43: 1. Thumb nut
8.
Place the machine as shown in the figure.
► Fig.44
15 ENGLISH
Before performing the mainte-