Makita ELM4612 Manuel D'instructions D'origine page 13

insert a round rod through the central hole and support
the blade horizontally. A balance blade will remain
horizontal. If the blade is not balanced the heavy end will
rotate downwards. Reshape the heavy end until the blade
is currently balanced. To remove the blade (2), unscrew
the blade screw (3).
Check the conditions of the fan (1), and replace any parts,
which are damaged.
When reassembling, make sure that the cutting edges
face in the direction of the motor rotation. The blade screw
(3) must be tightened to torque 20-25 Nm.
WARNING: For service, replace the blade with:
MAKITA 263001461 for ELM4612 and ELM4613 only.
(Fig. 28, Fig. 29, Fig. 30, Fig. 31)
WARNING: Disconnect the electric cord from the
power supply.
WARNING: Protect hands by using heavy gloves
or a rag to grasp the cutting blades when replace the
blade.
12. EXTENSION CORDS
You should only use extension cords for outdoor use,
ordinary duty with a cross sectional area not less than
2
1.0 mm .
Before using, check the supply and extension cords for
signs of damage during use, disconnect the cord for signs
of damage or aging. If the cord becomes damaged during
use, disconnect the cord from the supply immediately. DO
NOT TOUCH THE CORD BEFORE DISCONNECTING
THE SUPPLY. Do not use the appliance if the cord is
damaged or worn. Keep extension cord away from cutting
elements.
WARNING: Always ensure that the ventilation
openings are kept clear of debris.
13. MAINTENANCE AND CARE
WARNING: Before performing any maintenance
or cleaning work, always pull out the mains plug!
Do not spray the unit with water. Ingress of water may
destroy the switch-plug combination unit and the electric
motor. Clean the unit with a cloth, hand brush, etc.
Expert inspection is required, do not make any
adjustment by yourself, must contact Makita
authorized service centre:
a) if the lawn mower strikes an object.
b) if the motor stops suddenly.
c) if the blade is bent (do not align!).
d) if the motor shaft is bent (do not align!).
e) if a short-circuit occurs when the cable is connected.
f) If the gears are damaged.
g) If the V-belt is defective.
14. TROUBLESHOOTING
WARNING: Before performing any maintenance
or cleaning work, always pull out the mains plug and wait
until the cutter has come to a standstill.
Fault Remedial action
Check mains connection cable.
Start on short grass or on an area which
Motor does not has already been mown.
run Clean discharge channel/housing-the
mowing blade must rotate freely.
Correct the cutting height.
Correct the cutting height.
Motor power Clean discharge channel/housing.
drops Have mowing blade resharpened/
replacedauthorized service centre.
Correct the cutting height.
Allow the lawn to dry.
Grass catcher Have mowing blade resharpened/
is not filled replacedauthorized service centre.
Clean the grille on the grass catcher.
Clean the discharge channel/housing.
Adjust the flexible cable.
Wheel drive
Check the V-belt/gearsauthorized
does not
service centre.
function
Check the drive wheels for damage.
CAUTION: Faults which cannot be rectified with
the aid of this table may be rectified by Makita authorized
service centre only.
15. ENVIRONMENTALLY
FRIENDLY DISPOSAL
According to EU directive 2002/96/EC on
electric and electronic equipment and its
implementation into national law, all electric
tools must be separately collected and
environmentally friendly recycled. Alternative
disposal: If the owner of the power tool does
not return the tool to the manufacturer, he is responsible
for proper disposal at a designated collection point that
prepares the device for recycling according to national
recycling laws and regulations.
This does not include accessories and tools without
electric or electronic components.
For European countries only
EC Declaration of Conformity
We Makita Corporation as the responsible
manufacturer declare that the following Makita
machine(s):
Designation of Machine: Lawn Mower
Model No./Type: ELM4612, ELM4613
Specifications: See "4. TECHNICAL DATA" are of series
production and
Conforms to the following European Directives:
2004/108/EC, 2006/42/EC, 2000/14/EC & 2005/88/
EC, 2006/95/EC
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