Makita DLM465 User manual

DLM465
DLM536
EN Cordless Lawn Mower INSTRUCTION MANUAL 9
FR Tondeuse Sans Fil MANUEL D’INSTRUCTIONS 21
DE Akku Rasenmäher BETRIEBSANLEITUNG 35
IT Tosaerba a batteria ISTRUZIONI PER L’USO 49
NL Accugrasmaaier GEBRUIKSAANWIJZING 63
ES Cortadora de Cesped MANUAL DE
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9ENGLISH
ENGLISH (Original instructions)
SPECIFICATIONS
Model: DLM465 DLM536
Mowing width (blade diameter) 460 mm 534 mm
No load speed Normal mode 3,300 min-1 2,800 min-1
Noise reduction mode 2,500 min-1 2,300 min-1
Part number of replacement
mower blade
Straight mower blade 191D51-9 / 191W86-4 191D52-7 / 191W87-2
Mulching blade 191Y63-8 191Y65-4
Dimensions
(L x W x H)
L: 1,610 mm to 1,690 mm
W: 535 mm
H: 980 mm to 1,095 mm
L: 1,630 mm to 1,715 mm
W: 590 mm
H: 990 mm to 1,095 mm
Traveling speed 2.5 - 5.0 km/h
Rated voltage D.C. 36 V
Net weight 35.1 - 39.0 kg 38.8 - 42.2 kg
Protection degree IPX4
• Duetoourcontinuingprogramofresearchanddevelopment,thespecicationshereinaresubjecttochange
without notice.
• Specicationsmaydi󰀨erfromcountrytocountry.
• Theweightmaydi󰀨erdependingontheattachment(s),includingthebatterycartridge.Thelightestandheavi-
est combination, according to EPTA-Procedure 01/2014, are shown in the table.
Applicable battery cartridge and charger
Batterycartridge BL1815N / BL1820B / BL1830B / BL1840B / BL1850B / BL1860B
Charger DC18RC / DC18RD / DC18RE / DC18SD / DC18SE / DC18SF /
DC18SH
• Someofthebatterycartridgesandchargerslistedabovemaynotbeavailabledependingonyourregionof
residence.
WARNING: Only use the battery cartridges and chargers listed above.Useofanyotherbatterycartridges
andchargersmaycauseinjuryand/orre.
WARNING: Do not use a corded power supply such as battery adapter or portable power pack with
this machine.Thecableofsuchpowersupplymayhindertheoperationandresultinpersonalinjury.
Symbols
Thefollowingsshowthesymbolswhichmaybeused
fortheequipment.Besurethatyouunderstandtheir
meaning before use.
Take particular care and attention.
Read instruction manual.
Danger;beawareofthrownobjects.
The distance between the tool and
bystandersmustbeatleast15m.
Neverputyourhandsandfeetnearthe
mower blade under the mower. Mower
blades continue to rotate after the motor is
switchedo󰀨.
Removethelockkeybeforeinspecting,
adjusting,cleaning,servicing,leavingand
storing the mower.
Electrical hazard. Contact with water can
cause electric shock.
Do not pour water.

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Ni-MH
Li-ion
OnlyforEUcountries
Due to the presence of hazardous compo-
nents in the equipment, waste electrical and
electronic equipment, accumulators and
batteriesmayhaveanegativeimpactonthe
environment and human health.
Do not dispose of electrical and electronic
appliances or batteries with household waste!
In accordance with the European Directive
on waste electrical and electronic equipment
and on accumulators and batteries and
waste accumulators and batteries, as well as
their adaptation to national law, waste elec-
trical equipment, batteries and accumulators
shouldbestoredseparatelyanddelivered
to a separate collection point for municipal
waste, operating in accordance with the
regulations on environmental protection.
Thisisindicatedbythesymbolofthe
crossed-out wheeled bin placed on the
equipment.
Guaranteed sound power level according
to EU Outdoor Noise Directive.
Sound power level according to Australia
NSW Noise Control Regulation.
Intended use
The machine is intended for lawn mowing.
Noise
ThetypicalA-weightednoiseleveldeterminedaccord-
ing to EN60335-2-77:
NOTE: The values have been measured with the
mower equipped with the straight mower blade or
mulching blade.
Model DLM465
Sound pressure level (LpA) : 82.8 dB(A)
Sound power level (LWA) : 92.5 dB (A)
Uncertainty(K):3dB(A)
Model DLM536
Sound pressure level (LpA) : 80.9 dB(A)
Sound power level (LWA) : 91.9 dB (A)
Uncertainty(K):3dB(A)
NOTE:
The declared noise emission value(s) has been
measured in accordance with a standard test method
andmaybeusedforcomparingonetoolwithanother.
NOTE: Thedeclarednoiseemissionvalue(s)mayalso
beusedinapreliminaryassessmentofexposure.
WARNING: Wear ear protection.
WARNING: The noise emission during actual
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value(s) depending on the ways in which the tool is
used especially what kind of workpiece is processed.
WARNING: Be sure to identify safety measures
to protect the operator that are based on an estima-
tion of exposure in the actual conditions of use (tak-
ing account of all parts of the operating cycle such
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it is running idle in addition to the trigger time).
Vibration
The vibration total value (tri-axial vector sum) deter-
mined according to EN60335-2-77:
NOTE: The values have been measured with the
mower equipped with the straight mower blade or
mulching blade.
Model DLM465
Vibration emission (ah) : 2.5 m/s2or less
Uncertainty(K):1.5m/s2
Model DLM536
Vibration emission (ah) : 2.5 m/s2or less
Uncertainty(K):1.5m/s2
NOTE: The declared vibration total value(s) has been
measured in accordance with a standard test method
andmaybeusedforcomparingonetoolwithanother.
NOTE:Thedeclaredvibrationtotalvalue(s)mayalso
beusedinapreliminaryassessmentofexposure.
WARNING: The vibration emission during
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declared value(s) depending on the ways in which
the tool is used especially what kind of workpiece
is processed.
WARNING: Be sure to identify safety measures
to protect the operator that are based on an estima-
tion of exposure in the actual conditions of use (tak-
ing account of all parts of the operating cycle such
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it is running idle in addition to the trigger time).
EC Declaration of Conformity
For European countries only
TheECdeclarationofconformityisincludedasAnnexA
to this instruction manual.
SAFETY WARNINGS
IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING: Read all safety warnings and
all instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and
instructionsmayresultinelectricshock,reand/or
seriousinjury.
Save all warnings and instruc-
tions for future reference.
Training
1. Read the instructions carefully. Be familiar
with the controls and the proper use of the
mower.
2. Never allow children or people unfamiliar with
these instructions to use the mower. Local
regulations can restrict the age of the operator.
3. Never operate the mower while people, espe-
cially children, or pets are nearby.

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4. Keep in mind that the operator or user is
responsible for accidents or hazards occurring
to other people or their property.
5. Children should be supervised to ensure that
they do not play with the mower.
6. Physical condition - Do not operate mower
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any medication.
Preparation
1.
While operating the mower, always wear sub-
stantial footwear and long trousers. Do not
operate the mower when barefoot or wearing
open sandals. Avoid wearing clothing or jewelry
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ties. They can be caught in moving parts.
2. Before use, always visually inspect the mower
for damaged, missing or misplaced guards or
shields.
3. Be sure the area is clear of other people before
mowing. Stop mower if anyone enters the area.
4. Do not insert the lock key into mower until it is
ready to be used.
5. Always wear protective goggles to protect
your eyes from injury when using power tools.
The goggles must comply with ANSI Z87.1 in
the USA, EN 166 in Europe, or AS/NZS 1336
in Australia/New Zealand. In Australia/New
Zealand, it is legally required to wear a face
shield to protect your face, too.
It is an employer's responsibility to enforce
the use of appropriate safety protective equip-
ments by the tool operators and by other per-
sons in the immediate working area.
6. Check the blades or blade bolts carefully for
cracks or damage before operation. Replace
cracked or damaged blades or blade bolts
immediately.
7. Remove foreign matters such as rocks, wire,
bottles, bones and large sticks from the work
area before mowing to prevent personal injury
or damage to the mower.
8. Objects struck by the mower blade can cause
severe injuries to persons. The lawn should
always be carefully examined and cleared of
all objects prior to each mowing.
9. Watch for holes, ruts, bumps, rocks, or other
hidden objects. Uneven terrain could cause a slip
and fall accident. Tall grass can hide obstacles.
10. Do not insert or remove the lock key in the
rain.
11. Use personal protective equipment. Always
wear eye protection. Protective equipment such
asadustmask,non-skidsafetyshoes,hardhator
hearing protection used for appropriate conditions
willreducepersonalinjuries.
Operation
1. Do not overreach. Keep the balance at all
times. Always be sure of the footing on slopes.
Walk, never run.
2. Stop the mower and remove the lock key, and
make sure that all moving parts have come to
a complete stop:
- whenever you leave the mower,
- before clearing blockages or unclogging
chute,
- before checking, cleaning or working on the
mower,
- after striking a foreign object. Inspect the
mower for damage and make repairs before
restarting and operating the mower,
- whenever the mower starts vibrating
abnormally.
3. Never operate the mower with defective
guards or shields, or without safety devices,
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place.
4. Avoid using the mower in bad weather con-
ditions especially when there is a risk of
lightning.
5. Wear eye protection and stout shoes at all
times while operating the mower.
6. Operate the mower only in daylight or in good
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7. Switch on the mower carefully according to
instructions and with feet well away from the
blade(s).
8. Take care against injury to feet and hands from
the mower blades.
9. Always ensure that the ventilation openings
are kept clear of debris.
10. Mow across the face of slopes, never up and
down. Exercise extreme caution when chang-
ing direction on slopes. Do not mow exces-
sively steep slopes.
11. Use extreme caution when reversing or pulling
the mower towards you.
12. Stop the blade(s) if the mower has to be tilted
for transportation when crossing surfaces
other than grass, and when transporting the
mower to and from the area to be used.
13. Do not tilt the mower when switching on the
motor, except if the mower has to be tilted
for starting. In this case, do not tilt it more
than absolutely necessary and lift only the
part, which is away from the operator. Always
ensure that both hands are in the operating
position before returning the mower to the
ground.
14. Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating
parts. Keep clear of the discharge opening at
all times.
15. Do not transport the mower while the mower is
turned on.
16. Avoid operating the mower in wet grass.

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18. Don't grasp the exposed cutting blades or
cutting edges when picking up or holding the
mower.
19. Keep hands and feet away from rotating
blades. Caution - Blades coast after the mower
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20. Stop operation immediately if you notice
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remove the lock key. Then inspect the mower.
21. Never attempt to make cutting height adjust-
ments while mower is running if the mower
has cutting height adjustment feature.
22. Release switch lever and wait for blade rota-
tion to stop before crossing driveways, walks,
roads, and any gravel-covered areas. Also
remove the lock key if you leave the mower,
reach to pick up or remove something out of
your way, or for any other reason that may
distract you from what you are doing.
23. If the mower strikes a foreign object, follow
these steps:
- Stop the mower, release the switch lever and
wait until the blade comes to a complete stop.
- Remove the lock key and the battery
cartridge.
- Thoroughly inspect the mower for any
damage.
- Replace the blade if it is damaged in any way.
Repair any damage before restarting and con-
tinuing to operate the mower.
24. Do not start the mower when standing in front
of the discharge opening.
25. If the mower starts to vibrate abnormally
(check immediately)
- inspect for damage,
- replace or repair any damaged parts,
- check for and tighten any loose parts.
26. Never direct discharged material toward
anyone. Avoid discharging material against a
wall or obstruction.Materialmayricochetback
toward the operator. Stop the blade when crossing
gravel surfaces.
27. Do not pull the mower backwards unless
absolutely necessary.Whenyouarecompelled
to back the mower from a fence or other similar
obstruction, look down and behind before and
while moving backwards.
28. 󰀨
comes to a complete stop before removing the
grass catcher. Beware that the blades coast after
turno󰀨.
29. When you use the machine on muddy ground,
wet slope, or slippery place, pay attention to
your footing.
30. Avoid working in poor environment where
increased user fatigue is expected.
31. Do not use the machine in bad weather where
visibility is limited.Failuretodosomaycause
fallorincorrectoperationduetolowvisibility.
32. Do not submerge the machine into a puddle.
33. When wet leaves or dirt adhere to the suc-
tion mouth (ventilation window) due to rain,
remove them.
34. Do not use the machine in the snow.
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clogged inside of the machine. Check the con-
dition of the machine regularly, and remove the
adhered grass as necessary.
36. When operating the machine, pay attention to
piping and wiring.
37. Do not use a corded power supply such as bat-
tery adapter or portable power pack with this
machine.Thecableofsuchpowersupplymay
hindertheoperationandresultinpersonalinjury.
Maintenance and storage
1.
Replace worn or damaged parts for safety. Use only
genuine replacement parts and accessories.
2. Inspect and maintain the mower regularly.
3. When not in use, store the mower out of the
reach of children.
4. Keep all nuts, bolts, and screws tight to
be sure the equipment is in safe working
condition.
5.
Check the grass basket frequently for wear or
deterioration. For storage, always make sure
the grass basket is empty. Replace a worn grass
basket with a new factory replacement for safety.
6. Use only the manufacturer genuine blades
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7. Be careful during adjustment of the mower
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8. Check the blade mounting bolt at frequent
intervals for proper tightness.
9. Always allow the mower to cool down before
storing.
10. When servicing the blades be aware that, even
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blades can still be moved.
11. Never remove or tamper with safety devices.
Check their proper operation regularly. Never
do anything to interfere with the intended
function of a safety device or to reduce the
protection provided by a safety device.
12. Do not leave the machine unattended outdoors
in the rain.
13. Do not wash the machine with high pressure
water.
14. When washing the machine, be sure to remove
the battery and lock key and close the battery
cover, and pour water toward the bottom of the
machine to which the blade is attached.
15. When storing the machine, avoid direct sun-
light and rain, and store it in a place where it
does not get hot or humid.
16. Perform inspection or maintenance in a place
where rain can be avoided.
17. After using the machine, remove the adhered
dirt and dry the machine completely before
storing. Depending on the season or the area,
there is a risk of malfunction due to freezing.
Battery tool use and care
1. 
the manufacturer. A charger that is suitable for
onetypeofbatterypackmaycreateariskofre
whenusedwithanotherbatterypack.

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2. -
nated battery packs.Useofanyotherbattery
packsmaycreateariskofinjuryandre.
3. When battery pack is not in use, keep it away
from other metal objects, like paper clips,
coins, keys, nails, screws or other small metal
objects, that can make a connection from one
terminal to another.Shortingthebatterytermi-
nalstogethermaycauseburnsorare.
4.
Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected
from the battery; avoid contact. If contact acci-

eyes, additionally seek medical help.Liquidejected
fromthebatterymaycauseirritationorburns.
5. Do not use a battery pack or tool that is dam-
Damagedormodiedbatteries
mayexhibitunpredictablebehaviourresultingin
re,explosionorriskofinjury.
6. 
excessive temperature.Exposuretoreortem-
peratureabove130°Cmaycauseexplosion.
7. Follow all charging instructions and do not
charge the battery pack or tool outside the
-
tions.Chargingimproperlyorattemperatures
outsidethespeciedrangemaydamagethe
batteryandincreasetheriskofre.
Electrical and battery safety
1. 
Thecellmayexplode.Checkwithlocalcodesfor
possible special disposal instructions.
2.
Do not open or mutilate the battery(ies). Released
electrolyteiscorrosiveandmaycausedamagetothe
eyesorskin.Itmaybetoxicifswallowed.
3. Do not charge battery in rain, or in wet
locations.
4. Do not charge the battery outdoors.
5. Do not handle charger, including charger plug,
and charger terminals with wet hands.
6. Do not replace the battery in the rain.
7. Do not wet the terminal of battery with liquid
such as water, or submerge the battery. Do not
leave the battery in the rain, nor charge, use,
or store the battery in a damp or wet place. If
the terminal gets wet or liquid enters inside of bat-
tery,thebatterymaybeshortcircuitedandthereis
ariskofoverheat,re,orexplosion.
8. Avoid dangerous envionment. Don't use the
tool in dump or wet locations or expose it to
rain. Water entering the tool will increase the
risk of electric shock.
9. If the battery cartridge gets wet, drain the
water inside and then wipe it with a dry cloth.
Dry the battery cartridge completely in a dry
place before use.
10. After removing the battery from the machine or
charger, be sure to attach the battery cover to
the battery and store it in a dry place.
11. Do not replace the battery with wet hands.
Service
1. 
repair person using only identical replacement
parts.Thiswillensurethatthesafetyofthepower
tool is maintained.
2. Never service damaged battery packs. Service
ofbatterypacksshouldonlybeperformedbythe
manufacturer or authorized service providers.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
WARNING: DO NOT let comfort or familiarity
with product (gained from repeated use) replace
strict adherence to safety rules for the subject
product.
MISUSE or failure to follow the safety rules stated
in this instruction manual may cause serious
personal injury.
Important safety instructions for
battery cartridge
1. Before using battery cartridge, read all instruc-
tions and cautionary markings on (1) battery
charger, (2) battery, and (3) product using
battery.
2. Do not disassemble or tamper with the battery
cartridge.Itmayresultinare,excessiveheat,
or explosion.
3. If operating time has become excessively
shorter, stop operating immediately. It may
result in a risk of overheating, possible burns
and even an explosion.
4. If electrolyte gets into your eyes, rinse them
out with clear water and seek medical atten-
tion right away. It may result in loss of your
eyesight.
5. Do not short the battery cartridge:
(1) Do not touch the terminals with any con-
ductive material.
(2) Avoid storing battery cartridge in a con-
tainer with other metal objects such as
nails, coins, etc.
(3) Do not expose battery cartridge to water
or rain.
A battery short can cause a large current

breakdown.
6. Do not store and use the tool and battery car-
tridge in locations where the temperature may
reach or exceed 50 °C (122 °F).
7. Do not incinerate the battery cartridge even if
it is severely damaged or is completely worn

8. Do not nail, cut, crush, throw, drop the battery
cartridge, or hit against a hard object to the
battery cartridge.Suchconductmayresultina
re,excessiveheat,orexplosion.
9. Do not use a damaged battery.
10. The contained lithium-ion batteries are subject
to the Dangerous Goods Legislation require-
ments.
Forcommercialtransportse.g.bythirdparties,
forwarding agents, special requirement on pack-
aging and labeling must be observed.
For preparation of the item being shipped, consult-
ing an expert for hazardous material is required.
Pleasealsoobservepossiblymoredetailed
national regulations.

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Tapeormasko󰀨opencontactsandpackupthe
batteryinsuchamannerthatitcannotmove
around in the packaging.
11. When disposing the battery cartridge, remove
it from the tool and dispose of it in a safe
place. Follow your local regulations relating to
disposal of battery.
12. Use the batteries only with the products
 Installing the batteries to
non-compliantproductsmayresultinare,exces-
siveheat,explosion,orleakofelectrolyte.
13. If the tool is not used for a long period of time,
the battery must be removed from the tool.
14. During and after use, the battery cartridge may
take on heat which can cause burns or low
temperature burns. Pay attention to the han-
dling of hot battery cartridges.
15. Do not touch the terminal of the tool imme-
diately after use as it may get hot enough to
cause burns.
16. Do not allow chips, dust, or soil stuck into the
terminals, holes, and grooves of the battery
cartridge.Itmaycauseheating,catchingre,
burstandmalfunctionofthetoolorbatterycar-
tridge,resultinginburnsorpersonalinjury.
17. Unless the tool supports the use near
high-voltage electrical power lines, do not use
the battery cartridge near high-voltage electri-
cal power lines.Itmayresultinamalfunctionor
breakdownofthetoolorbatterycartridge.
18. Keep the battery away from children.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
CAUTION: Only use genuine Makita batteries.
Use of non-genuine Makita batteries, or batteries that
havebeenaltered,mayresultinthebatterybursting
causingres,personalinjuryanddamage.Itwill
alsovoidtheMakitawarrantyfortheMakitatooland
charger.
Tips for maintaining maximum
battery life
1. Charge the battery cartridge before completely
discharged. Always stop tool operation and
charge the battery cartridge when you notice
less tool power.
2. Never recharge a fully charged battery car-
tridge. Overcharging shortens the battery
service life.
3. Charge the battery cartridge with room tem-
perature at 10 °C - 40 °C (50 °F - 104 °F). Let
a hot battery cartridge cool down before
charging it.
4. When not using the battery cartridge, remove
it from the tool or the charger.
5. Charge the battery cartridge if you do not use
it for a long period (more than six months).
ASSEMBLY
WARNING: Always be sure that the lock key
and battery cartridge are removed before carrying
out any work on the mower. Failure to remove the
lockkeyandthebatterycartridgemayresultinseri-
ouspersonalinjuryfromaccidentalstart-up.
WARNING: Never start the mower unless it is
completely assembled. Operation of the machine
inapartiallyassembledstatemayresultinserious
personalinjuryfromaccidentalstart-up.
Installing the handle
NOTICE: When installing handles, position the
cords so that they are not caught by anything
between the handles. If the cord is damaged, the
mower switch may not work.
1. Align the holes in the lower handle with the holes
inthemowerbody,andthentighten4boltstemporarily.
►Fig.1: 1. Lower handle 2. Bolt
►Fig.2: 1. Holes for upper bolt
NOTE:Thehandleheightcanbeadjustedintwo
levelsbyreplacingtheupperboltineitherofthetwo
holesoneachsideofthemowerbody.Fordetails,
refertothesectionforadjustingthehandleheight.
2. Firmlytighten4boltswhichweretemporarily
tightened in step 1 using box wrench 13.
3. Align the hole in the lower handle with the hole in
the upper handle, then insert the bolt from inside, and
then tighten the nut from outside with box wrench 13.
Perform the same procedure on the other side.
►Fig.3: 1. Bolt 2. Lower handle 3. Nut 4. Hole
5. Upper handle
CAUTION: 
󰀨 Otherwise, the
handlemayfallandcauseaninjury.
4. Attach the holders to the handle.
Align the protrusions on the holder with the holes on the
handlesothattheprotrusionstintheholes.Position
thecordsasshowninthegure.
►Fig.4: 1. Cord 2. Holder
Removing the mulching plug
1. Open the rear cover.
►Fig.5: 1. Rear cover
2.
Remove the mulching plug while holding down the lever.
►Fig.6: 1. Lever 2. Mulching plug
Assembling the grass basket
1. Pick up the upper clip of the grass basket.
►Fig.7: 1. Upper clip
2. Insert the frame into the grass basket as far as it
will go while holding the handle of the frame.
►Fig.8: 1. Handle

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NOTICE: Do not insert the handle into the grass
basket. Be sure to insert the frame along the stitch of
the grass basket.
3. Make sure that there is no sagging on the corners
of the grass basket.
►Fig.9
4. Open the upper clip, and attach it to the frame.
►Fig.10
5. Attachalltheotherclipsasshowninthegure.
Makesurethatalltheclipsaresecurelyattachedtothe
frame.
►Fig.11: 1. Clip
Installing or removing the grass
basket
To install the grass basket, follow the steps below.
1. Open the rear cover.
►Fig.12: 1. Rear cover
2. Hold the handle of the grass basket, and then
hookthegrassbasketontherodofthemowerbodyas
showninthegure.
►Fig.13: 1. Rod 2. Handle 3. Grass basket
To remove the grass basket, open the rear cover, and
thenremovethegrassbasketbyholdingthehandle.
Attaching the mulching plug
1. Open the rear cover, and then remove the grass
basket.
►Fig.14: 1. Rear cover 2. Grass basket
2. Attach the mulching plug while holding down the
lever, and then release the lever to lock the mulching
plug.
►Fig.15: 1. Lever 2. Mulching plug
Attaching the discharge attachment
For DLM536
1. Open the rear cover, and then remove the grass
basket.
►Fig.16: 1. Rear cover 2. Grass basket
2. Attach the mulching plug while holding down the
lever, and then release the lever to lock the mulching
plug.
►Fig.17: 1. Lever 2. Mulching plug
3. Open the right side cover, and then attach the
discharge attachment.
Insert the hooks of the discharge attachment under the
rod of the right side cover.
►Fig.18: 1. Right side cover 2. Discharge attachment
FUNCTIONAL
DESCRIPTION
Installing or removing battery
cartridge
CAUTION: 󰀨
before installing or removing of the battery
cartridge.
CAUTION: Hold the machine and the battery
-
tery cartridge. Failure to hold the machine and the
batterycartridgermlymaycausethemtoslipo󰀨
yourhandsandresultindamagetothemachineand
batterycartridgeandapersonalinjury.
CAUTION: Make sure that you lock the battery
cover before use. Otherwise,mud,dirt,orwatermay
causedamagetotheproductorthebatterycartridge.
CAUTION: Always install the battery cartridge
fully until the red indicator cannot be seen. If not,
itmayaccidentallyfalloutofthemachine,causing
injurytoyouorsomeonearoundyou.
CAUTION: Do not install the battery cartridge
forcibly.Ifthecartridgedoesnotslideineasily,itis
notbeinginsertedcorrectly.
NOTE:Themachinedoesnotworkwithonlyone
batterycartridge.
To install the battery cartridge;
1. Pullupthelockinglever,andthenopenthebattery
cover.
►Fig.19: 1.Batterycover2. Locking lever
2. Alignthetongueonthebatterycartridgewiththe
slot on the machine, and then slide the cartridge until it
locks in place with a little click.
►Fig.20: (1)Batteryport1(2)Batteryport2
(3)Batterycartridge
NOTE:Installatleast2batterycartridgestobattery
port1orbatteryport2.
3. Insertthelockkeyintheplaceshowninthegure
as far as it will go.
►Fig.21: 1.Lockkey
4. Closethebatterycoverandpushituntilitis
latched with the locking lever.
To remove the battery cartridge;
1. Pullupthelockingleverandopenthebattery
cover.
2. Pulloutthebatterycartridgefromthemachine
while sliding the button on the front of the cartridge.
3. Pulloutthelockkey.
4. Closethebatterycover.

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Switching the battery cartridges
►Fig.22: 1.Batteryselectionswitch
Themachineuses2batterycartridgesforoperation
atatime.Upto4batterycartridgescanbeinstalledto
the machine. Before operating the machine, select the
batteryport1orbatteryport2byturningthebattery
selection switch.
NOTE:Ifonly2batterycartridgesareinstalledtothe
machine,besuretoselectthebatteryporttowhich
thebatterycartridgesareinstalledusingthebattery
selection switch.
Machine / battery protection system
Themachineisequippedwithamachine/batteryprotec-
tionsystem.Thissystemautomaticallycutso󰀨powerto
themotortoextendmachineandbatterylife.Themachine
willautomaticallystopduringoperationifthemachineor
batteryisplacedunderoneofthefollowingconditions:
Overload protection
Whenthebatteryisoperatedinamannerthatcauses
ittodrawanabnormallyhighcurrent,themachine
automaticallystopsandthemainpowerlampblinksin
green.Inthissituation,turnthemachineo󰀨andstop
the application that caused the machine to become
overloaded. Then turn the machine on to restart.
Overheat protection
Whenthemachineorbatteryisoverheated,the
machinestopsautomaticallyandthemainpowerlamp
lightsupinred.Inthiscase,letthemachineandbattery
cool before turning the machine on again.
Overdischarge protection
Whenthebatterycapacityisnotenough,themachine
stopsautomaticallyandthemainpowerlampblinksin
red.Inthiscase,removethebatteryfromthemachine
andchargethebatterycartridgesorchangethebattery
cartridgestofullychargedones.
Indicating the remaining battery
capacity
Only for battery cartridges with the indicator
►Fig.23: 1. Indicator lamps 2. Check button
Pressthecheckbuttononthebatterycartridgetoindi-
catetheremainingbatterycapacity.Theindicatorlamps
light up for a few seconds.
Indicator lamps Remaining
capacity
Lighted 󰀨 Blinking
75% to 100%
50% to 75%
25% to 50%
0% to 25%
Charge the
battery.
Thebattery
mayhave
malfunctioned.
NOTE: Depending on the conditions of use and the
ambienttemperature,theindicationmaydi󰀨erslightly
fromtheactualcapacity.
NOTE:Therst(farleft)indicatorlampwillblinkwhen
thebatteryprotectionsystemworks.
Control panel
The control panel has the main power switch, the mode switch-
ingbutton,andtheindicatorofremainingbatterycapacity.
►Fig.24: 1.Batteryindicator2. Mode switching
lamp 3. Main power lamp 4. Check button
5. Mode switching button 6. Main power
switch
Main power switch
WARNING: 󰀨
switch when not in use.
To turn on the machine, press the main power switch.
Themainpowerlamplightsupingreen.Toturno󰀨the
machine, press the main power switch again.
NOTE: If the main power lamp lights up in red or
blinks in red or green, refer to the instructions for
machine/batteryprotectionsystem.
NOTE:
Thismachineemploystheautopower-o󰀨func-
tion. To avoid unintentional start up, the main power
switchwillautomaticallyshutdownwhentheswitch
lever and drive lever (if equipped) are not pulled for a
certain period after the main power switch is turned on.

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Mode switching button
Youcanswitchtheoperatingmodebypressingthemode
switching button. When the machine is turned on, the machine
startsupinthenormalmode.Whenyoupressthemode
switching button, the machine shifts to the noise reduction
mode and the mode switching lamp lights up in green. In the
noisereductionmode,youcandecreasethenoiseatmow-
ing.Whenyoupressthemodeswitchingbuttonagain,the
machine returns to the normal mode.
Indicating the remaining battery capacity
Pressthecheckbuttontoindicatetheremainingbattery
capacities.Thebatteryindicatorscorrespondtoeachbattery.
Battery indicator status
Remaining battery
capacity
On 󰀨
50% - 100%
20% - 50%
0% - 20%
NOTE:Theindicatorlampsforremainingbattery
capacityisjustforareference.Theactualbat-
terycapacitymaydi󰀨erdependingontheusage
conditions.
NOTE:Beforeyoupressthecheckbuttontoindicate
theremainingbatterycapacities,stopthemachine.
Switch action
WARNING: Before installing the battery car-
tridge, always check to see that the switch lever
actuates properly and returns to the original posi-
tion when released. Operating the machine with a
switchthatdoesnotactuateproperlycanleadtoloss
ofcontrolandseriouspersonalinjury.
NOTE: The mower does not start without pressing the
switch button even the switch lever is pulled.
NOTE:Mowermaynotstartduetotheoverload
whenyoutrytomowlongordensegrassatatime.
Increase the mowing height in this case.
Thismowerisequippedwiththelockkeyandhandleswitch.
Ifyounoticeanythingunusualwitheitherofthelockkey
orswitch,stoptheoperationimmediatelyandhavethem
checkedbyyournearestMakitaAuthorizedServiceCenter.
1. Installthebatterycartridges.Insertthelockkey,
andthenclosethebatterycover.
2. Selectthebatterycartridgesusedforoperationby
turningthebatteryselectionswitch.
3. Press the main power switch.
4. Pulltheswitchlevertowardyouwhileholding
down the switch button. Release the switch button as
soon as the motor starts running.
►Fig.25: 1. Switch button 2. Switch lever
NOTE:Ifthelockkeyisnotinserted,thepowerlamp
blinksingreenwhenyoupulltheswitchlever.
5. While holding the switch lever, push the drive lever
forward and hold it to drive the rear wheels.
►Fig.26: 1. Drive lever
NOTE:Youcandrivetherearwheelsbypushing
the drive lever forward and hold it without pulling the
switch lever.
6. Release the drive lever and the switch lever to
stop the machine.
Adjusting the mowing height
WARNING: Never put your hand or leg under
the mower body when adjusting the mowing
height.
WARNING: Always make sure that the lever

Themowingheightcanbeadjustedintherangeof
between 20 mm and 100 mm.
Removethelockkey,andthenpullthemowingheight
adjustingleveroutwardofthemowerbodyandmoveit
toyourdesiredmowingheight.
►Fig.27: 1.Mowingheightadjustinglever
The table below shows the relationship between the
numberonthemowerbodyandtheapproximatemow-
ing height.
Number Mowing height
120 mm
226 mm
332 mm
439 mm
547 mm
655 mm
763 mm
874 mm
986 mm
10 100 mm
Hold the front grip or the lower handle with one hand,
andthenmovethemowingheightadjustingleverwith
the other hand.
►Fig.28: 1.Mowingheightadjustinglever2. Lower
handle 3. Front grip
NOTE:Themowingheightguresshouldbeused
justasaguideline.Dependingontheconditionsof
thelawnortheground,theactuallawnheightmay
becomeslightlydi󰀨erentfromthesetheight.
NOTE:Tryatestmowingofgrassinalessconspicu-
ousplacetogetyourdesiredheight.

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Grass level indicator
Grass level indicator shows the volume of mowed
grass. When the grass basket is not full, the indicator
oatswhilethebladesarerunning.
►Fig.29: 1. Grass level indicator
When the grass basket is almost full, the indicator does
notoatwhilethebladesarerunning.Inthiscase,stop
theoperationimmediatelyandemptythebasket.
►Fig.30: 1. Grass level indicator
NOTE: This indicator is a rough guide. Depending on
the conditions of inside of the basket, this indicator
maynotworkproperly.
Adjusting the handle height
CAUTION: Before removing the bolts, hold
Otherwise,thehandlemay
fallandcauseaninjury.
Thehandleheightcanbeadjustedintwolevels.
1. Remove the upper bolts of the lower handle using
box wrench 13, and then loosen the lower bolts.
►Fig.31: 1. Upper bolt 2. Lower bolt
2. Adjustthehandleheight,andthentightenthe
upperandlowerboltsrmly.
Adjusting the traveling speed
►Fig.32: 1. Speed lever
Thetravelingspeedcanbeadjustedwiththespeed
lever.Todecreasethespeed,pullthelevertowardyou,
and to increase the speed, turn the lever forward.
Using mulching plug
Themulchingplugallowsyoutoreturnthecutgrassto
the ground without gathering the cut grass in the grass
basket.Whenyouoperatethemachinewiththemulch-
ing plug, be sure to remove the grass basket.
NOTICE: When using the machine with the
mulching plug, make sure that the total length of
grass after cutting is 30 mm or more, and the cut
length is 15 mm or less.
►Fig.33: (1) 30 mm or more (2) 15 mm or less
Using discharge attachment
For DLM536
Thedischargeattachmentallowsyoutodischarge
the cut grass to the ground from the right side of the
machine without gathering the cut grass in the grass
basket.Whenyouoperatethemachinewiththedis-
charge attachment, be sure to install the mulching plug
and remove the grass basket.
Electronic function
The machine is equipped with the electronic functions
foreasyoperation.
• Constant speed control of blade rotation
Electronic speed control for obtaining constant
speed.Possibletogetnenish,becausethe
rotating speed is kept constant even under load
condition.
• Electric brake
This machine is equipped with an electric brake.
Ifthemachineconsistentlyfailstoquicklystop
the mower blades after releasing the switch lever,
have the machine serviced at Makita Authorized
Service Center.
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.
►Fig.34
Firmlyholdthehandlewithbothhandswhenmowing.
Themowingspeedguidelineisapproximately7to14
meters per 10 seconds.
►Fig.35
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.36: 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.37
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.
NOTICE: Using the mower with the grass basket
full prevents smooth blade rotation and places
an extra load on the motor, which may cause
breakdown.

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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.38
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.
Emptying the grass basket
WARNING: To reduce a risk of accident, reg-
ularly check the grass basket for any damage or
weakened strength. Replace the grass basket if
necessary.
1. Release the switch lever and drive lever.
2. Removethelockkey.
3. Open the rear cover and take out the grass basket
byholdingthehandle.
►Fig.39: 1. Rear cover 2. Handle 3. Grass basket
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andbatterycartridges,and
thenclosethebatterycover.
2. Put the mower on its side so that the mowing
heightadjustinglevercomestotheupperside.Clean
grass clippings accumulated on the underside of mower
deck.
3. Pour water toward the bottom of the machine to
which the blade is attached.
NOTICE: Do not wash the machine with high
pressure water.
4. Check all nuts, bolts, screws, etc. for tightness.
5. Inspect moving parts for damage, breakage, and
wear. Damaged or missing parts should be repaired or
replaced.
6. Store the mower in a safe place out of the reach of
children.
NOTICE: Do not pour water to the area shown in
Pouringwatertothemotorunitmaycause
a malfunction of the machine.
►Fig.40: 1. Area where water should not be poured
Carrying the mower
Whencarryingthemower,holdthefrontgripandrear
gripwithtwopeopleasshowninthegure.
►Fig.41: 1. Front grip 2. Rear grip
Storing
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.
Removing or installing the mower
blade
WARNING: The blade coasts for a few sec-
onds after releasing the switch. Do not start any
operation until the blade comes to a complete
stop.
WARNING: Always remove the lock key and
battery cartridge when removing or installing the
blade. Failure to remove the lock key and battery
cartridge may cause a serious injury.
WARNING: Always wear gloves when han-
dling the blade.
Removing the mower blade
1. Put the mower on its side so that the mowing
heightadjustinglevercomestotheupperside.
2. To lock the blade, insert the pin supplied with the
machineintoaholeonthemowerbody.
3. Turn the bolt counterclockwise with box wrench
17.
►Fig.42: 1. Mower blade 2. Pin 3. Box wrench
4. Remove the bolt, and then mower blade.
►Fig.43: 1. Blade support 2. Mower blade 3. Bolt
4. Protrusion
NOTICE: When installing the mower blade, make

in the holes in the mower blade.

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Installing the mower blade
WARNING: Install the mower blade carefully.
It has a top/bottom facing.
WARNING: 
to secure the blade.
WARNING: Make sure that the mower blade

tightened securely.
WARNING: When you replace the blades,
always follow the instructions provided in this
manual.
NOTICE: After installing the mower blades,
remove the pin from the mower body.
To install the mower blades, perform the removal proce-
dure in reverse.
TROUBLESHOOTING
Beforeaskingforrepairs,conductyourowninspectionrst.Ifyoundaproblemthatisnotexplainedinthemanual,
donotattempttodisassemblethemachine.Instead,askMakitaAuthorizedServiceCenters,alwaysusingMakita
replacement parts for repairs.
State of abnormality Probable cause (malfunction) Remedy
Mower does not start. Twobatterycartridgesarenotinstalled. Installtwochargedbatterycartridges.
Batteryproblem(undervoltage) Rechargethebatterycartridge.Ifrechargingisnot
e󰀨ective,replacebatterycartridge.
Thelockkeyisnotinserted. Insertthelockkey.
Batteryselectionswitchisnotinthe
correct position.
Selectthebatteryporttowhichthebatterycar-
tridgesareinstalledusingthebatteryselection
switch.
Motor stops running after a little use. Battery'schargelevelislow. Rechargethebatterycartridge.Ifrechargingisnot
e󰀨ective,replacebatterycartridge.
Cutting height is too low. Increase the cutting height.
Cut grass is clogged in the mower. Remove the clogged grass from the mower.
Motor does not reach maximum
RPM.
Batterycartridgeisinstalledimproperly. Installthebatterycartridgeasdescribedinthis
manual.
Batterypowerisdropping. Rechargethebatterycartridge.Ifrechargingisnot
e󰀨ective,replacebatterycartridge.
Thedrivesystemdoesnotwork
correctly.
Askyourlocalauthorizedservicecenterforrepair.
Mower blade does not rotate:
stopthemowerimmediately!
Foreignobjectsuchasabranchis
jammedneartheblade.
Removetheforeignobject.
Thedrivesystemdoesnotwork
correctly.
Askyourlocalauthorizedservicecenterforrepair.
Abnormal vibration:
stopthemowerimmediately!
Bladeisimbalanced,excessivelyor
unevenlyworn.
Replace the blade.
OPTIONAL
ACCESSORIES
CAUTION: These accessories or attachments
are recommended for use with your Makita
Theuseofany
other accessories or attachments might present a risk
ofinjurytopersons.Onlyuseaccessoryorattach-
ment for its stated purpose.
Ifyouneedanyassistanceformoredetailsregard-
ingtheseaccessories,askyourlocalMakitaService
Center.
• Mower blade
• Makitagenuinebatteryandcharger
NOTE:Someitemsinthelistmaybeincludedinthe
productpackageasstandardaccessories.Theymay
di󰀨erfromcountrytocountry.