User manual MAKITA ELM3700

[. . . ] Important: keep the power supply cable away from the blade. Get familiar with the controls and the proper use of the equipment. 2) Only use the lawnmower for the purpose for which it was designed, i. Any other use can be hazardous, causing injury or damage to people and/or property. [. . . ] 4) Periodically check the electric cables and replace them if they are damaged or if the insulation has been damaged. Never touch a badly insulated cable if it still connected to the power supply. Remove the cable from the socket before taking any action. 5) Wear strong work gloves when removing and reassembling the blade. For safety reasons, these jobs are best carried out at a specialized centre. 7) For reasons of safety, do not use the equipment with worn cables or damaged parts. Parts are to be replaced and not repaired. Use genuine spare parts (blades should always bear the symbol ). Parts that are not of the same quality can damage the equipment and be dangerous for your safety. 1) Mow only in daylight or good artificial light. While cutting, the cable should always be pulled behind the lawnmower and always from the area of grass already cut. Use the cable clamp as described in this manual to prevent the cable from disconnecting by accident. Ensure that it is properly inserted without forcing into the power socket. 4) Never pull the lawnmower by its power cable or pull the cable to remove the plug. Do not expose the cable to sources of heat or let it come in contact with oil, solvents or sharp objects. 5) Always be sure of your footing on slopes. 6) Walk, never run and do not allow yourself to be pulled along by the lawnmower. 7) Mow across the face of slopes, never up and down. 1) Whenever the machine is to be handled, raised, transported or tilted you must: - wear strong working gloves; - grasp the machine at the points that offer a safe grip, taking account of the weight and its distribution. - use an appropriate number of people for the weight of the machine and the characteristics of the vehicle or the place where it has to be placed or collected. NOTE ­ The machine can be supplied with some of the components already fitted. 3 While cutting, ensure that the electric cable is always behind you and on the area of grass already cut. [. . . ] Spare parts Reliable long-term operation, as well as the safety of your machine, depend among other things on the quality of the spare parts used. Only original spare parts and accessories guarantee the highest quality in material, dimensions, function and safety. Original spare parts and accessories can be obtained from your local dealer. He will also have the spare part lists to determine the required spare part numbers, and will be constantly informed about the latest improvements and spare part innovations. [. . . ]