Makita ELM4610 User guide

GB Electric Lawn Mower Original Instruction manual
ELM4610
ELM4611

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CONTENTS
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ENGLISH
Explanation of general view
KNOW YOUR LAWN MOWER
Read this manual carefully, observing the recommended
safety instructions before, during and after using your
lawn mower. Following these simple instructions will also
maintain your lawn mower in good working order.
Familiarize yourself with the controls on your mower
before attempting to operate it, but above all, be sure you
know how to stop your mower in an emergency. Retain
this user manual and all other literature with your mower
for future reference.
1. SYMBOLS MARKED ON THE
PRODUCT
DOUBLE INSULATED
Your mower is double insulated.
This means that all external parts are electrically isolated
from the power supply. This is achieved by placing an
extra insulation barrier between the electrical and
mechanical parts.
2. GENERAL SAFETY RULES
The purpose of the safety rules is to attract your attention
to possible dangers. The safety symbols and the
explanations with them, require your careful attention and
understanding. The safety warnings do not by themselves
eliminate any danger. The instruction or warnings they
give are not substitutes for proper accident prevention
measures.
WARNING: Failure to obey a safety warning can
result in serious injury to yourself or to others. Always
follow the safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire,
electric shock and personal injury. Save owners manual
and review frequently for continuing safe operation and
instructing others who may use this tool.
WARNING: The operation of any tool can result
in foreign objects being thrown into your eyes, which can
result in eyes severely damaged. Before beginning power
tool operation, always wears safety goggles or safety
glasses with side shields and a full face shield when
needed. We recommend Wide Vision Safety Mask for use
over eyeglasses or standard safety glasses with side
shield.
1) Read the instructions carefully. Be familiar with the
controls and the proper use of the equipment.
2) Never allow children or people unfamiliar with these
instructions to use the lawn mower. Local regulations
can restrict the age of the operator.
3) Never mow while people, especially children, or pets
are nearby.
4) Keep in mind that the operator or user is responsible
for accidents or hazards occurring to other people or
their property.
5) While mowing, always wear substantial footwear and
long trousers. Do not operate the equipment when
barefoot or wearing open sandals.
6) Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to
be used and remove all objects which can be thrown
by the machine.
7) Before using, always visually inspect to see that the
blades, blade bolts and cutter assembly are not worn
or damaged. Replace worn or damaged blades and
bolts in sets to preserve balance.
8) Mow only in daylight or in good artificial light.
9) Avoid operating the equipment in wet grass, where
feasible.
10) Always be sure of your footing on slopes.
11) Walk, never run.
12) For wheeled rotary machines, mow across the face of
slopes, never up and down.
1. Self-drive control handle (Only
with model ELM4611)
2. Upper handle
3. Switch handle
4. Switch box
5. Safety push-button
6. Grass catcher
7. Cable clamp
8. Wheel
9. Height adjusting lever
10. Underpan
11. Motor cover
12. Locking knob
13. Cable hook
14. Indicator light
Read this instruction book carefully before
using the lawn mower and keep it in a safe
place for future reference.
Keep bystanders away.
Beware of sharp blades.
Remove the plug from the machine before
maintenance or if cord damaged.
Keep the supply flexible cord away from the
cutting blades.
SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL: Indicates caution
or warning may be used in conjunction with
other symbols or pictures.

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13) Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on
slopes.
14) Do not mow excessively steep slopes.
15) Use extreme caution when reversing or pulling the
lawn mower towards you.
16) Stop the blade if the lawn mower has to be tilted for
transportation when crossing surfaces other than
grass, and when transporting the lawn mower to and
from the area to be mowed.
17) Never operate the lawn mower with defective guards,
or without safety devices, for example deflectors and/
or grass catchers, in place.
18) Start or switch on the motor carefully according to
instructions and with feet well away from the blades.
19) Do not tilt the lawn mower when starting switching on
the motor, except if the lawn 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.
20) Do not start the motor when standing in front of the
discharge chute.
21) Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts.
Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times.
22) Never pick up or carry a lawn mower while the motor
is running.
23) Stop the motor and disconnect the plug:
- before clearing blockages or unclogging chute;
- before checking, cleaning or working on the lawn
mower;
- after striking a foreign object. Inspect the lawn mower
for damage and make repairs before restarting and
operating the lawn mower;
- if lawn mower starts to vibrate abnormally (check
immediately).
24) Keep all nuts, blots and screws tight to be sure the
equipment is in safe working condition.
25) Check the grass catcher frequently for wear or
deterioration.
26) Replace worn or damaged parts for safety.
27) No to use the lawn mower if the cords are damaged or
worn.
28) Not to connect a damaged cord to the supply or touch
a damaged cord before it is disconnected from the
supply. A damaged cord can lead to contact with live
parts.
29) Not to touch the blade before the machine is
disconnected form the supply and the blade have
come to a complete stop.
30) To keep extension cords away from the blade. The
blade can cause damage to the cords and lead to
contact with live parts.
31) To disconnect the supply (i.e. pulling the plug from the
socket):
- whenever leaving the machine unattended;
- before clearing a blockage;
- before checking, cleaning or working on the machine -
after striking a foreign object;
- whenever the machine starts vibrating abnormally.
32) Children should be supervised to ensure that they do
not play with the appliance.
33) This appliance is not intended for use by persons
(including children) with reduced physical, sensory or
mental capabilities, or lack of experience and
knowledge, unless they have been given supervision
or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a
person responsible for their safety.
34) If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by a
special cord or assembly available from the
manufacturer or its service agent.
35) Instructions for the safe operation of the appliance,
including a recommendation that the appliance should
be supplied via a Residual Current Device (RCD) with
a tripping current of not more than 30 mA.
36) Only use the lawn mower for the purpose for which it
is designed, for cutting and collecting grass. Any other
use can be hazardous, causing damage to the
machine.
3. PARTS DESCRIPTION (Fig. 1)
4. TECHNICAL DATA
Model: ELM4610 ELM4611
Rated Voltage: 230 V~ 230 V~
Rated Frequency: 50 Hz 50 Hz
Rated Power: 1,800 W 1,800 W
No Load Speed: 2,900/min 2,900/min
Cutting Width: 460 mm 460 mm
Noise according to EN60335
Sound pressure level (LpA): 87 dB (A) 87 dB (A)
Sound power level (LwA): 93.3 dB (A) 93.3 dB (A)
Uncertainty (K): 2.40 dB (A) 2.40 dB (A)
Vibration according to EN60335
Vibration emission (ah): 2.5 m/s2or less 2.5 m/s2or less
Uncertainty (K): 1.5 m/s21.5 m/s2

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The difference between ELM4610 and ELM4611 is ELM4611 with self propel system, ELM4610 does not have.
5. ASSEMBLY
5-1 ASSEMBLY THE FOLDING HANDLE
A) Fix the lower handlebars into the unit body with
locking knobs. (Fig. 2 - 5)
B) Release the upper handlebars for folding. Connect the
upper handle and the lower handle with the locking
knob. (Fig. 6 & 7)
C) Position all cables over the handle shafts. Clamp them
around the middle of lower handles by the cable
clamps so that the cables are fixed on the outside of
the machine. Otherwise the cables may be pinched by
opening/closing the rear cover or forced by folding the
upper handle. (Fig. 8)
5-2 ASSEMBLY THE GRASS CATCHER
1. To fit: Raise the rear cover and hitch the grass catcher
on rear of mower. (Fig. 9 & 10)
2. To remove: Grasp and lift the rear cover, remove
grass catcher.
6. ADJUSTMENT OF CUTTING
HEIGHT
Apply outward pressure to disengage lever from rack.
Move lover forward or back to adjust height.
The height (the blade to the ground) can be adjusted from
20 mm (the lowest position) to 75 mm (the highest
position), 5 height positions (20 mm/32 mm/44 mm/
60 mm/75 mm). (Fig. 11)
WARNING: Make this adjustment only when the
blade is stopped.
7. ADJUSTMENT FOR AN
APPROPRIATE HEIGHT
1) Back out the locking knob which fixed the lower
handle, refer to Fig. 12.
2) Refer to Fig. 13, move the lower handle up and down,
adjust it to the proper height.
There is 3 adjusting height to be choose on this type
lawn mower; at 1 height, lower handle to the ground is
highest., 3 height is the lowest.
3) Adjusting to the proper height, then fix the lower
handle by the locking knobs.
WARNING: The left side and right side of lower
handle must adjust to the same height.
8. MULCHING MOWER
What is mulching?
When mulching, the grass is cut in one working step, then
finely chopped and returned to the grass strip as natural
fertilizer.
Hints for mulch-mowing:
- Regular cut-back by max. 2 cm form 6 cm to 4 cm
grass height.
- Use a sharp cutting knife
- Do not mow wet grass.
- Set max. Motor speed.
- Only move the working pace.
- Regularly clean mulching wedge, housing inner side
and mowing blade.
WARNING: Only with a stopped motor and
standstill cutter.
1. Raise the rear cover and remove the grass catcher.
2. Push the mulching wedge into the deck. Lock the
mulching wedge with the button into the opening on
the deck. (Fig. 14 & 15)
3. Lower the rear cover again.
9. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
a) Always operate with the deflector or grass catcher in
the correct position.
b) Always stop the motor before removing the grass
catcher or adjusting the height of cutting position.
1) Before mowing, remove all foreign objects from the
lawn which may be thrown by the machine. While
mowing, stay alert for any foreign objects which may
have been missed. (Fig. 16)
2) Never lift the rear of the mower while starting the
motor or during normal operation. (Fig. 17)
3) Always ensure that the ventilation openings are kept
clear of debris.
4) Never place your hands or feet underneath the
underpan or into the rear discharge chute while the
motor is running. (Fig. 18)
10. STARTING
Before connecting up the lawn mower to the electric
power supply, make sure that the mains supply voltage is
230 V – 50 Hz. When the lawn mower power on, the
indicator light will turn on (Fig. 19).
Fig 20 A for ELM4610:
a) Press the safety push-button (1).
b) And meanwhile, pull the switch handle (2), and keep it
in grasp.
c) Push the lawn mower manually when the motor is
running. If you release the switch handle, the motor
will stop.
Fig 20 B for ELM4611:
a) Press the safety push-button (1).
Grass catcher: 60 L 60 L
Net weight: 29.0 kg 32.1 kg
Degree of protection against liquid: IPX4 IPX4
Height adjustment: 20-75 mm, 5 adjustment 20-75 mm, 5 adjustment
Model: ELM4610 ELM4611

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b) And meanwhile, pull the switch handle (2), and keep it
in grasp.
c) Grip the Self-drive control handle, the lawn mower will
move forward automatically with about 1 m/s. If you
release the switch handle, the motor will stop.
CAUTION: The blade starts turning as soon as
the motor is started.
WARNING: Cutting elements continue to rotate
after the motor is switch off.
CAUTION: Determine the maximum permissible
system impedance Zmax (0.320Ω) at the interface point of
the user’s supply, declare Zmax (0.320Ω) in the
equipment instruction manual and instruct the user to
determine in consultation with the supply authority, if
necessary, that the equipment is connected only to a
supply of that impedance or less.
11. BLADE
The blade is made of pressed steel. It will be necessary to
reshape it frequently (with a grind wheel).
Ensure that it is always balanced (an unbalanced blade
will cause dangerous vibrations). To check for balance,
insert a round rod through the central hole and support
the blade horizontally. (Fig. 21) A balanced blade will
remain horizontal. If the blade is not balanced the heavy
end will rotate downwards. Reshape the heavy end until
the blade is currently balanced. (Fig. 22) To re mov e the
blade (2), unscrew the blade screw (3). (Fig. 23 - 25)
Check the conditions of the fan(1), and replace any parts,
which are damaged. (Fig. 23)
When reassembling, make sure that the cutting edges
face in the direction of the motor rotation. The blade screw
(3) must be tightened to 20 -25 Nm torque.
WARNING: For service, replace the blade with:
MAKITA 263001461 only.
12. EXTENSION CORDS
You should only use extension cords for outdoor use, PVC
(H05VV-F) or rubber cord (H05RN-F) ordinary duty with a
cross sectional area not less than 1.5 mm2.
Before using, check the supply and extension cords for
signs of damaged during use, disconnect the cord for
signs of damage or aging. If the cord becomes damaged
during use, disconnect the cord from the supply
immediately. DO NOT TOUCH THE CORD BEFORE
DISCONNECTING THE SUPPLY. Do not use the
appliance if the cord is damaged or worn. Keep extension
cord away from cutting elements.
13. MAINTENANCE AND CARE
WARNING: Before performing any Maintenance
or cleaning work, always pull out the mains plug!
Do not spray the unit with water. Ingress of water may
destroy the switch-plug combination unit and the electric
motor. Clean the unit with a cloth, hand brush, etc.
Expert inspection is required, do not make any
adjustment by yourself, must contact to Makita
authorized service centre:
a) If the lawn mower strikes an object.
b) If the motor stops suddenly.
c) If the blade is bent (do not align!).
d) If the motor shaft is bent (do not align!).
e) If a short-circuit occurs when the cable is connected.
f) If the gears are damaged.
g) If the V-belt is defective.
14. TROUBLE SHOOTING
WARNING: Before performing any maintenance
or cleaning work, always pull out the mains plug and wait
until the cutter has come to a standstill.
CAUTION: Faults which cannot be rectified with
the aid of this table may be rectified by Makita authorized
service centre only.
Fault Remedial action
Motor does not
run
Check mains connection cable.
Start on short grass or on an area which
has already been mown.
Clean discharge channel/housing-the
mowing blade must rotate freely.
Correct the cutting height.
Motor power
drops
Correct the cutting height.
Clean discharge channel/housing.
Have mowing blade resharpened/
replaced 
authorized service centre.
Grass catcher
is not filled
Correct the cutting height.
Allow the lawn to dry.
Have mowing blade resharpened/
replaced 
authorized service centre.
Clean the grille on the grass catcher.
Clean the discharge channel/housing.
Wheel drive
does not
function
Adjust the flexible cable.
Check the V-belt/gears 
authorized service centre.
Check the drive wheels for damage.

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15. ENVIRONMENTALLY
FRIENDLY DISPOSAL
According to EU directive 2002/96/EC on
electric and electronic equipment and its
implementation into national law, all electric
tools must be separately collected and
environmentally friendly recycled.
Alternative disposal: If the owner of the power
tool does not return the tool to the manufacturer, he is
responsible for proper disposal at a designated collection
point that prepares the device for recycling according to
national recycling laws and regulations.
This does not include accessories and tools without
electric or electronic components.
For European countries only
EC Declaration of Conformity
We Makita Corporation as the responsible
manufacturer declare that the following Makita
machine(s):
Designation of Machine: Electric Lawn Mower
Model No./ Type: ELM4610, ELM4611
Specifications: See “4. Technical Data”
are of series production and
Conforms to the following European Directives:
2006/42/EC, 2006/95/EC, 2004/108/EC,
2000/14/EC & 2005/88/EC
And are manufactured in accordance with the following
standards or standardised documents:
EN60335, EN62233, EN55014, EN61000
The technical documentation is kept by our authorised
representative in Europe who is:
Makita International Europe Ltd.,
Michigan, Drive, Tongwell,
Milton Keynes, MK15 8JD, England
The conformity assessment procedure required by
Directive 2000/14/EC was in Accordance with annex VI.
Notified Body:
TÜV SÜD Industrie Service GmbH
Westendstraße 199, D-80686 München
Identification number: 0036
Model ELM4610
Measured Sound Power Level: 93.3 dB
Guaranteed Sound Power Level: 96 dB
Model ELM4611
Measured Sound Power Level: 93.3 dB
Guaranteed Sound Power Level: 96 dB
25th November 2009
Tomoyasu Kato
Director
Makita Corporation
3-11-8, Sumiyoshi-cho,
Anjo, Aichi, JAPAN

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Makita Corporation
Anjo, Aichi, Japan
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