Makita PLM4615NP Operation instructions

FUNCTION

Choke lever
Rope guide
Oil cap
Fig.1 PLM4615NP
Spark plug

4615NP
catcher
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7. FUNCTION
WARNING:
These lawn mowers can be retrofitted from its normal function, based on the application purpose:
From lawn mower with rear discharge to 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.2cm form 6cm to 4cm grass height.
Fig.7A Fig.7B Fig.7C
tighten the handle of mulching wedge and its baffle will shrink inside, then
remove the mulching wedge from the deck
Starting Operation
ONE: Retrofitting for mulching mower
WARNING: only with a stopped motor and standstill cutter.
1. Raise the rear cover and remove the grass catcher.
2. Tighten the handle of mulching wedge and its baffle will shrink inside. (Fig.7A)
2. Push the mulching wedge into the end of the deck. (Fig.7B/7C)
3. Lower the rear cover again.
- Use a sharp cutting knife - Do not mow wet grass
- Set max. Motor speed
- Only move at working pace
- Regularly clean mulching wedge, housing inner side and mowing blade.
upper upper

(Fig.11)

slots.
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