User manual MAKITA MDE3440

[. . . ] Read all these instruction before operating this product and retain these instructions for future reference. Under some circumstances this field may interfere with active or passive medical implants. To reduce the risk of serious or fatal injury, we recommend persons with medical implants to consult their physician and the medical implant manufacturer before operating this machine. Pay more attention to the operator’s hands and feet to avoid injured. [. . . ] Lock the mulching wedge with the button into the opening on the deck. Never remove the cap of the fuel tank or add petrol while the engine is running or when the engine is hot. If petrol is spilled, do not attempt to start the engine but move the machine away from the area of spillage and avoid creating any source of ignition until petrol vapors have dissipated. replace all fuel tanks and container caps securely. Before tipping the lawn mower to maintain the blade or drain oil, remove fuel from tank. WARNING: Never fill fuel tank indoors, with engine running or until the engine has been allowed to cool for at least 15 minutes after running. 7-2 Resetting for side-discharge mowing Only when motor and cutting are at standstill!Raise the rear cover and remove the grass catch bag. Lock the mulching wedge with the button into the opening on the deck. Mount the discharge guide for side discharge on the support pin of the sideward flap. Lower the sideward flap on the discharge guide. Refuel outdoors only, before starting the engine and do not smoke while refueling or handling fuel. 10 8-5 CONNECTION FOR AUTO MOVE The mower is equipped with a speed adjusting system which can adjust 3 speeds from 3. Release the Self-drive control handle until the lawn mower doesn’t go forward. Adjust the appropriate speed which you want. 8-8 DECK The underside of the mower deck should be cleaned after each use to prevent a buildup of grass clippings, leaves, dirt or other matter. If this debris is allowed to accumulate, it will invite rust and corrosion, and may prevent proper mulching. The deck may be cleaned by tilting the mower and scraping clean with a suitable tool (make certain the spark plug wire is disconnected). 8-9 HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT INSTRUCTIONS CAUTION: Do not at any time make any adjustment to lawn mower without first stopping the engine and disconnecting the spark plug wire. CAUTION: Your mower is designed to cut normal residential grass of a height no more than 250 mm. Do not attempt to mow through unusually tall dry or wet grass (e. Debris may build up on the mower deck or contact the engine exhaust presenting a potential fire hazard. [. . . ] Tighten the hex bolt to the torque listed below. STORAGE INSTRUCTIONS (OFF SEASON) The following steps should be taken to prepare lawn mower for storage. Empty the tank after the last mowing of the season. A) Empty the petrol tank with a suction pump. [. . . ]