Makita Lawn Mower PTM0902 Instructions Manual

							10° (17%).
5)Remember there is no such thing as
a “safe” slope. Travelling on grass slopes
requires particular care. To guard against
overturning: 
– do not stop or start suddenly when
going up or downhill;
– engage the drive slowly and always
keep the machine in gear, especially
when travelling downhill;
– machine speeds should be kept low on
slopes and during tight turns;
– tay alert for humps and hollows and
other hidden hazards;
–never mow across the face of the
slope.
6) Use care when pulling loads or using
heavy equipment:
– use only approved drawbar hitch
points;
– limit loads to those you can safely con-
trol;
– do not turn sharply. Use care when
reversing;
– use counterweight(s) or wheel weights
whenever advised in the instructions
manual.
7) Disengage the blades before crossing
surfaces other than grass.
8)Never use the machine with dam-
aged guards, or without the safety pro-
tective devices in place. 
9)Do not change the engine governor
settings or overspeed the engine.
Operating the engine at excessive speed
can increase the risk of personal injury. 
10) Before leaving the driving seat:
– disengage the blades and lower the
attachments;
– go into neutral and apply the parking
brake;
– stop the engine and remove the ignition
key.
11)Disengage the blades, stop the
engine and remove the ignition key:
– before cleaning, checking or servicing
the machine;
– after striking a foreign object. Inspect
the machine for damage and make
repairs before restarting and operating
the machine;
– If the machine starts to vibrate abnor-
mally (check for the causes immediately).  
12) Disengage the blades for transport or
whenever they are not in use. 
13)Stop the engine and disengage the
blades:
– before refuelling;
14) Reduce the throttle during engine
run-out. If the engine is provided with a
shut-off valve, cut off the fuel when you
have finished mowing.
D) MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE
1) Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to
be sure the equipment is in safe working
condition.
2) Never store the equipment with petrol
in the tank inside a building where fumes
may reach an open flame or spark.
3) Allow the engine to cool before storing
in any enclosure.
4) To reduce fire hazards, keep the
engine, silencer, battery compartment
and petrol storage area free of grass,
leaves, or excessive grease.
5)Replace worn or damaged parts for
safety purposes.
6) If the fuel tank has to be drained, this
should be done outdoors.
7) On multi-bladed machines, remember
that the rotation of one blade can cause
other blades to rotate.
8) When the machine is to be stored or
left unattended, lower the cutting deck.
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1.3 SAFETY LABELS
Your machine must be used with care. This is why labels with illustrations have been
placed on the machine, to remind you of the main precautions to take during use. 
These labels are to be considered an integral part of the machine.
Should a label come off or become illegible, contact your dealer to replace it. Their
meaning is explained below.
1.4 REGULATIONS FOR TOWING
A kit for towing a small trailer is available on request. 
This accessory is to be fitted following the instructions provid-
ed. When using the towing kit, do not exceed the recommend-
ed loads stated on the label and follow the safety instructions 
(☛1.2, C-6).
Warning: Read the instruc-tions before operating thismachine.
Warning: Disconnect the igni-tion key and read the instructionsbefore carrying out any repair ormaintenance work.
Danger! Ejected objects: Donot operate without the stone-guard in place.
Danger! Ejected objects:Keep bystanders away.
Danger! Machine rollover: Donot use this machine on slopessteeper then 10°.
Danger! Dismemberment: Make sure that children stayclear of the machine at all time when engine is running.
Danger of cutting yourself. Blades in movement. Do notput hands or feet near or under the opening of the cutting plate.
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max 980 N (100 kg)
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							2.1 IDENTIFICATION OF THE MACHINE
The label located near the battery housing has the
essential data of each machine.
1.Acoustic power level according to
directive 2000/14/CE
2.Conformity mark according to
directive 98/37/EEC  
3.Year of manufacture
4.Engine speed in r.p.m (if indicated)
5.Type of machine
6.Serial number
7.Weight in kg
8.Name and address of manufacturer
9.Type of transmission (if indicated)
2.2 IDENTIFICATION OF MAIN COMPONENTS
The main components of the machine have the following functions:
11. Cutting deck: this is the guard housing
the rotating blades.
12. Blades: these are what cut the grass.
The wings at the ends help convey the
cut grass towards the collector chan-
nel.
13. Stone-guard or deflector: prevents
objects drawn up by the blades from
being thrown outside of the machine.  
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2. IDENTIFICATION OF THE MACHINE AND COMPONENTS
Write your machine’s serial number here (6)
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LWA
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kg
S/N
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							14. Engine: this moves the blades and dri-
ves the wheels. Its specifications and
regulations for use are described in a
specific manual.
15. Battery: provides the energy for starting
the engine. Its specifications and regula-
tions for use are described in a specific
manual.
16. Driving seat: this is where the machine
operator sits. It has a sensor connected
to safety devices for detecting the presence of the operator.
17. Regulation and safety labels: give reminders on the main regaulations for work-
ing safely, each of which is explained in chapter 1.
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							For storage and transport purposes, some components of the machine are not
installed in the factory and have to be assembled after unpacking. Follow the instruc-
tions below.
The machine is supplied without engine oil or fuel. Before starting
the engine, fill with oil and fuel following the instructions given in the engine manual.
3.1 UNPACKING
When unpacking the machine, take care to gather all individual parts and fittings, and
do not damage the cutting deck when taking the machine off the pallet.
The packaging contains:
– the machine;
– the steering wheel;
– the seat;
– the front bumper (if provided);
– the battery;
– the stone-guard components;
– an envelope containing:
– the instruction manuals and documents,
– nuts and bolts including a pin for locking the steering wheel,
– starter keys and a spare 10A fuse.
To prevent damage to the cutting deck, raise it to its maximum
height and take utmost care when taking the machine off the pallet.
On hydrostatic drive models: to make it easier to move or take the machine off
the pallet, put the transmission disengagement lever in position  «B» (☛4.33).
3.2 FITTING THE STEERING WHEEL
Put the machine on a flat surface and
straighten up the front wheels.
Fit the steering wheel (1) onto the protruding
shaft (2) with the spokes directed towards
the seat.
Line up the hole on the steering wheel hub
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3. UNPACKING AND ASSEMBLY
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							with the hole on the shaft and insert the pin (3) using a hammer. Make sure the end
comes right through to the opposite side.
To avoid damage to the steering wheel, use a punch or a screw-
driver of the same size as the pin when hammering it through the hole.
3.3 FITTING THE SEAT
Mount the seat (1) on the plate (2) using the
screws (3).
3.4 MOUNTING THE FRONT BUMPER
(if provided)
Mount the front bumper (1) on the bottom of
the frame (2) using the four screws (3).
3.5 ASSEMBLY AND CONNECTING THE BATTERY
The battery (1) is housed in the
engine compartment, covered by
a guard (2) and secured by a
clamp (3).
To remove the battery unscrew
the nut (4), remove the guard (2)
and loosen the clamp (3) pushing
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							on the inner tongue with the help of a small screwdriver.
First connect the red wire (8) to the positive
pole (+) and then the black wire (9) to the
negative pole (–), using the screws supplied
as shown. 
Apply silicone grease to the terminals and
check that the protective cap for the red wire
(8) is in place.  
Replace the battery in its housing making
sure that the two poles are facing the centre
of the machine, fully tighten the clamp (3)
and refit the guard (2).
Always fully charge the battery according to the instructions in
the battery’s manual.
To prevent the safety device in the electronic circuit board from
cutting in, never start the engine until the battery is fully charged!
Do not use the machine without the guard (2) or with the bat-
tery incorrectly fixed in its housing.
!WARNING!
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							3.6 FITTING THE STONE-GUARD
Inside the stone-guard (1), fit the spring (2)
by inserting the terminal (2a) into the hole
and turning it so that both the spring (2) and
the terminal (2a) are securely positoned in
their seatings.
Position the stone-guard (1) in line with the
cutting deck brackets (3). Using a screwdriv-
er, turn the second terminal (2b) of the
spring (2) to bring it outside the stone-guard.
Fit the pin (4) in the holes on the brackets (3)
and on the stone-guard, so that it passes
thrugh the coils of the spring (2) and the
drilled end comes out of the inner most
bracket.
Fit the cotter pin (5) in the hole (4a) of the pin
(4) and turn the pin until the two ends (5a) of
the split pin can be bend (using pliers), so
that it cannot slip out and let the pin fall out
(4).
Check that the spring
works correctly and keep the stone-
guard securely lowered. Make sure that
the pin is fitted properly to prevent it
from falling out accidently.
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4.1 STEERING WHEEL
Turns the front wheels.
4.2 THROTTLE
This regulates the engines r.p.m. The positions are indicated on a plate showing the
following symbols:
«CHOKE» cold starting 
«SLOW» for minimum engine speed
«FAST»  for maximum engine speed
– The «CHOKE» position enriches the mixture so must only be used for the time nec-
essary when starting from cold.
– When moving from one area to another, put the lever in a position between «SLOW»
and «FAST».
– When cutting, shift into «FAST».
4.3 KEY IGNITION SWITCH
This key operated control has three positions:
«OFF»  everything is switched off;
«ON» activates all parts;
4. CONTROLS AND INSTRUMENTS
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4.3
4.5
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«START»  connects the starter motor.
If you release the key on «START», it will automatically return to «ON».
4.4 PARKING BRAKE
This brake stops the machine from moving when it has been parked. There are two
positions:
«A» = Brake off
«B» = Brake on
– The brake is applied by pressing the pedal right down (4.21 or 4.31) and moving the
lever to position «B». When you take your foot off the pedal it will be blocked by the
lever in the lowered position.
– To disengage the parking brake, press the pedal (4.21 or 4.31). The lever will return
to position «A».
4.5 HEADLIGHT SWITCH  ( if fitted)
For turning on the headlights when the key (4.3) is in the «ON» position.  
4.6 PILOT LAMP
This lamp comes on when the key (4.3) is in the «ON» position and stays on while the
machine is running.
– When it flashes, it means that it is not ready for starting  (☛5.2).
4.7 BLADE ENGAGEMENT AND BRAKE CONTROL
The mushroom switch allows you to engage the blades using the electromagnetic
clutch:
«A» Pressed = Blades disengaged
«B» Pulled = Blades engaged 
– If you engage the blades without taking the necessary safety precautions, the
engine shuts down and cannot be restarted  (☛5.2).
– Blade disengagement (Pos. «A»), simultaneously activates a brake which stops their
rotation in a few seconds.
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