Makita UM40LDW Instruction Manual

16" (406 mm) MODEL UM40lDW Convertlble Rear Bag I Mulching With Charger Effective cutting width 16" (406 mm) INSTRUCTION I Net weight No l

Wheel height adjustment (six steps between 1 " and 3-1/2" or 25 mm and 89 mm). 1. Turn off the interlock switch and remove the key. If you

WARN I NG : Replace bent or damaged blade immediately. A bent or damaged blade may cause exces- sive vibration, resulting in damage to the mower or

Emptying rear bag 1. Release the switch lever. 2. Turn off the interlock switch and remove the key 3. Open the rear guard. 4. Hold the rear bag handle

Mulching While mulching, your new mower is designed to cut the grass clipptngs into small pieces and distribute them back into the lawn. Under normal

4 Pull the switch lever toward you while depressing the switch button 5 Release the switch button as soon as the motor starts running The mower will

Maintenance & Storage 1. REMOVE KEY. Store it in a safe place out of the reach of children. 2. Clean your mower using only mild soap and a damp cl

ACCESSORIES CAUTION These accessories or attachments are recommended for use with your Makita tool specified in this manual The use of any othe

Dec-19-'96 US 16" (406 mm) CORDLESS LAWN MOWER Model UM401DW 17

Note: The switch and other part configurations may differ from country to country. 18

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (For Gardening Appliances) WARNING: WHEN USING CORDLESS TOOLS, BASIC SAFETY PRECAUTIONS SHOULD ALWAYS BE FOLLOWED TO

MAKITA LIMITED ONE YEAR WARRANTY Warranty Policy Every Makita tool is thoroughly inspected and tested before leaving the factory. It is warranted

damaged, have it repaired by an authorized service facility. Inspect extension cords periodically and replace if damaged. Keep handles dry, clean, and

111 1 Inspect for damage. IV) Repair any damage before restarting and operating the lawn mower. 30. CHECK THE REAR BAG FREQUENTLY FOR WEAR OR DETERIO

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR BATTERIES & CHARGER I. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS - This manual contains important safety and operating instructio

ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES FOR BATTERIES IN MOWER 1. Use ONLY the Makita charger Model DC240 specified to charge the Makita 2. Do not short the batter

ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES FOR CHARGER 1. The Makita charger Model DC240 is specifically designed to charge only the Makita batteries used in Model U

Unpacking Your mower has been completely assembled at the factory except for the rear bag. 1. Remove the rear bag, instruction manual, charger an

NOTE *If the charging light flashes in green color, the charging plug may not be inserted into the *If the charging light flashes in red color the ba