User manual MAKITA PM48

[. . . ] Acoustic power level according to EEC directive 2000/14/CE Mark of conformity according to EEC directive 98/37 Year of manufacture Lawnmower type Serial number Name and address of Manufacturer 11. Symbols have therefore been placed on various parts of the machine to remind you of the main precautions to be taken. Their full meanings are explained later on. You are also asked to carefully read the safety regulations in the applicable chapter of this handbook. [. . . ] 8) Keep the blade balanced during sharpening. All operations on the blade (dismantling, sharpening, balancing, remounting and/or replacing) require a certain familiarity and special tools. regular maintenance is essential for safety and performance. 9) For reasons of safety, do not use the equipment with worn 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. C) OPERATION 1) Do not operate the engine in a confined space where dangerous carbon monoxide fumes can collect. 2) Mow only in daylight or good artificial light. 3) If possible , avoid operating the equipment in wet grass. 4) Always be sure of your footing on slopes. 5) Walk, never run and do not allow yourself to be pulled along by the lawnmower. 6) Mow across the face of slopes, never up and down. 7) Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes. 8) Do not mow on slopes of more than 20°. 9) Exercise extreme caution when pulling the lawnmower towards you. 10) Stop the blade if the lawnmower has to be tilted for transportation when crossing surfaces other than grass, and when transporting the lawnmower to and from the area to be mowed. 7) Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes. € 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. 18 GB STANDARDS OF USE For instructions regarding the engine and the battery (if supplied), read the relevant manuals. 2 To start the engine, follow the instructions in the engine booklet and then pull the blade brake lever (1) towards the handle and give a sharp pull on the starter cable knob (2). 3 The lawn will look better if it is always cut to the same height and in alternate directions. [. . . ] € turn the adjusting nut (2) so that the wire (3) is slightly loose and the lever (4) is idle. 5 The move from one speed to another must be made with the engine running and drive engaged. IMPORTANT - Do not touch the speed changer when the engine is stopped. This operation could damage the speed changer. [. . . ]