Makita XML05 Manual De Instrucciones página 3

8. Check the blades or blade bolts carefully for
cracks or damage before operation. Replace
cracked or damaged blades or blade bolts
immediately.
Operation
1. Avoid Dangerous Environment - Never operate
dle and walk; never run.
2. Don't Use In Rain.
3. Use Right Appliance - Do not use lawn mower for
4. Don't Force Lawn Mower
and safer at the rate for which it was designed.
5. Don't Overreach - Keep proper footing and
balance at all times. Do not mow near drop offs,
footing or balance.
6. Stay Alert
are tired. Do not operate machine while under the
7. Remove Battery From Lawn Mower - Remove
cleaning, removing material from the lawn mower,
or changing accessories such as mower blades,
and the like.
8. Keep hands and feet away from cutting area.
Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times.
9. If the mower strikes a foreign object, follow
these steps:
• Stop the mower. Release the switch. Wait
until the blade comes to a complete stop.
cartridge.
operating the mower. Replace the blade if it
10. Never direct discharged material toward
anyone. Avoid discharging material against a
wall or obstruction.
toward the operator. Stop the blade when crossing
gravel surfaces.
11. Do not pull the mower backwards unless
absolutely necessary.
to back the mower from a fence or other similar
obstruction, look down and behind before and
while moving backwards.
12. Release switch lever and wait for blade rotation
to stop before crossing driveways, walks, roads
and any gravel-covered areas. Also remove the
13. Do not operate machine without the entire grass
catcher, discharge guard, rear guard, or other
safety protective devices in place and working.
14. Stop the motor and remove the lock key when-
ever you leave the equipment, before cleaning
the mower or unclogging the chute and mak-
ing any repairs or inspections.
15. Shut the motor off and wait until the blade
comes to a complete stop before removing the
grass catcher. Beware that the blades coast after
turn off.
16.
17. If the mower starts to vibrate abnormally
(check immediately)
- inspect for damage,
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- replace or repair any damaged parts,
- check for and tighten any loose parts.
18. Don't grasp the exposed cutting blades or
cutting edges when picking up or holding the
appliance.
19. Never attempt to make cutting height adjust-
ments while mower is running if the mower
has cutting height adjustment feature.
20. Mow across the face of slopes, never up and
down. Exercise extreme caution when chang-
ing direction on slopes. Do not mow exces-
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sively steep slopes. Poor footing could cause a
slip and fall accident.
21. Avoid operating the mower in wet grass.
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22. Stop operation immediately if you notice
anything unusual. Switch off the mower and
remove the lock key. Then inspect the mower.
23. Do not start the mower when standing in front
of the discharge opening.
24. Avoid using the mower in bad weather con-
ditions especially when there is a risk of
lightning.
Maintenance and storage
1. Store Idle Lawn Mower Indoors - When not in
and locked-up place - out of reach of children.
2. Maintain Lawn Mower With Care - Keep cutting
edges sharp and clean for best and safest per-
formance. Follow instructions for lubricating and
changing accessories. Inspect lawn mower cord
clean, and free from oil and grease.
3. Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or other
debris build up. Keep guards in place and in
working order.
4. Keep blades sharp.
5. Use identical replacement blades only.
6. Check the grass basket frequently for wear or
deterioration. For storage, always make sure
the grass basket is empty. Replace a worn grass
7. Check grass basket components and the
discharge guard frequently and replace with
manufacturer's recommended parts, when
necessary.
8. Do not wash with a hose; avoid getting water
in motor and electrical connections.
9. Check the blade mounting bolt at frequent
intervals for proper tightness.
10. Keep all nuts, bolts, and screws tight to
be sure the equipment is in safe working
condition.
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