Makita DLM432Z User Manual

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Mowing a long-grass lawn
Donottrytocutlonggrassallinonego.Instead,mow
thelawninsomesteps.Leaveadayortwobetween
mowsuntilthelawnbecomesevenlyshort.
NOTE: Mowing long grass to a short length all in one
gomaycausethegrasstodie.Thecutgrassmay
alsoblockupinsideofthemowerbody.
Emptying the grass basket
WARNING: To reduce a risk of accident, regu-
larly check the grass basket for any damage or weak-
ened strength. Replace the grass basket if necessary.
1. Release the switch lever.
2. Removethelockkey.
3. Open the rear cover and take out the grass basket
byholdingthehandle.
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2
►1. Rear cover 2. Handle
4. Emptythegrassbasket.
MAINTENANCE
WARNING: Always be sure that the lock
key and battery cartridge are removed from the
mower before storing or carrying the mower or
attempting to perform inspection or maintenance.
WARNING: Always remove the lock key when
the mower is not in use. Store the lock key in a
safe place out of reach of children.
WARNING: Wear gloves when performing
inspection or maintenance.
WARNING: Always wear the safety goggles or
safety glasses with side shields when performing
inspection or maintenance.
NOTICE: Never use gasoline, benzine, thinner,
alcohol or the like. Discoloration, deformation or
cracks may result.
To maintain product SAFETY and RELIABILITY,
repairs,anyothermaintenanceoradjustmentshould
beperformedbyMakitaAuthorizedorFactoryService
Centers,alwaysusingMakitareplacementparts.
Maintenance
1. Removethelockkey.Storeitinasafeplaceoutof
the reach of children.
2. Cleanthemowerusingonlyawetcloth.Donot
sprayorpourwateronthemowerwhencleaning.
3. Put the mower on its side and clean grass clip-
pings accumulated on the underside of mower deck.
4. Check all nuts, bolts, knobs, screws, fasteners etc.
for tightness.
5. Inspect moving parts for damage, breakage, and
wear. Damaged or missing parts should be repaired or
replaced.
Storage
WARNING: When carrying or storing the
mower, do not hold the folded handles but the
front grip of the mower. Holding the folded handles
maycauseaseriousinjuryordamagetothemower.
Beforestoringthemower,removethebatterycartridge
andlockkey.
Storemowerindoorsinacool,dryandlockedplace.
Don't store the mower and charger in locations where
thetemperaturemayreachorexceed40°C.
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►1. Front grip 2. Rear grip
1. Loosen the clamping screws and expand the
lower handle to both sides. Move down the handle for-
ward.Atthistime,keeparmgriponthelowerhandle
so that the handle does not fall down to the far side from
themowerbody.
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2
►1. Clamping screw 2. Lower handle

Makita DLM432Z Specifications

General

Cutting width	430 mm
Grass catcher	Yes
Number of wheels	4 wheel(s)
Rotational speed	3600 RPM
Maximum lawn area	575 m²
Sound power level	92 dB
Standard deviation	3 dB
Rear wheels diameter	160 mm
Sound pressure level	81 dB
Front wheels diameter	140 mm
Maximum cutting height	75 mm
Minimum cutting height	20 mm
Grass collecting volume	50 L
Number of height positions	13
Power source	Battery
Battery voltage	18 V

Weight and Dimensions

Depth	1490 mm
Width	460 mm
Height	1045 mm