damaged, have
it
repairedby an authorizedservice facility. Inspect extension
cords periodicallyand replace if damaged. Keep handlesdry, clean, andfree
from oil and grease.
16.
Remove Adjusting Wrenches. Formhabit of checking to see that adjusting
wrenches are removed from mower before turning
it
on.
17. Check Damaged Parts
-
Beforefurther use of the appliance, a guard or other
part that is damaged should be carefully checked to determine that
it
will
operate properly and performitsintended function. Check for alignment of
moving parts, bindingof moving parts, breakageof parts, mounting, andany
other conditionthat may affect its operation. A guard or other part that is
damaged should be properly repaired or replaced by an authorized service
center unless indicated elsewhere
in
this manual. When servicing, use only
identical replacement parts.
18.
Keep guards
in
place and
in
working order.
19.
Keep handsandfeet away from rotating blades. Caution
-
Bladescoast after
20. Remove key before servicing, cleaning or removing material from
the
21.
Use only Makita genuine blades specified
in
this manual.
22. Check the blades carefully for cracks or damage before operation. Replace
cracked or damaged blades immediately.
23.
Removeforeign matterssuch as rocks, wire, bottles, bonesand large sticks
from the work area before cutting to prevent personal injury or damage to
the appliance.
24. When stopping operation or before carrying the tool, always switch
it
off
and wait until the blades come to a complete stop. Carry the tool with the
blades
in
front and away from you.
25. Stopoperation immediately ifyou noticeanything abnormal. Switchoffthe
appliance andremovethe key from the appliance. Then inspecttheappliance.
26.
NEVER ATTEMPT TO MAKE WHEEL HEIGHT ADJUSTMENTS WHILE
MOWER
IS
RUNNING.
27. RELEASE SWITCH LEVER AND WAIT
FOR
BLADE ROTATION TO STOP
COVEREDAREAS. Also remove key if
you
leave
it,
reachto pick-upor move
something out of your way, or for any other reason that may distract you
from what you are doing.
28.
Objectsstruck by the lawnmower blade can cause severe injuriestopersons.
The lawnshould always be carefully examined and clearedof all objects prior
to each mowing.
I)
Stop lawn mower. Release the switch lever.
II
1
Remove key.
turn off.
gardening appliance.
BEFORE CROSSING DRIVEWAYS, WALKS, ROADS, AND ANY GRAVEL-
29.
If lawn mower strikes a foreign object, follow these steps:
3