Makita Power Tool

19 fault codes documented

Abnormal vibration

Abnormal vibration - Drive system issue

Abnormal vibration can occur if the drive system is not working correctly.

Battery indicator blinking green

Main power lamp blinks green when pulling switch lever - Lock key not inserted

The main power lamp blinks green when the switch lever is pulled if the lock key is not inserted.

Battery indicator blinking red

Battery indicator blinking red - Battery malfunctioned

If the battery indicator blinks red, it may indicate a battery malfunction.

Blade issue

Mower blade does not rotate - Check for jammed object or drive system

The mower blade may not rotate if an object is jammed or the drive system is faulty.

Blade not rotating

Mower blade does not rotate - Drive system issue

The mower blade may not rotate if the drive system is not working correctly.

Blade stop required

Blade coasts after switch release - Safety warning

The blade coasts for a few seconds after releasing the switch. Do not start any operation until the blade comes to a complete stop.

Electric brake failure

Machine fails to quickly stop blades - Electric brake issue

If the machine consistently fails to quickly stop the mower blades after releasing the switch lever, there may be an issue with the electric brake.

Grass basket full

Grass level indicator stops oscillating - Grass basket is almost full

When the grass basket is almost full, the indicator stops oscillating while the blades are running. This can cause motor strain.

Motor speed issue

Motor does not reach maximum RPM - Check battery, drive system

The motor may not reach maximum RPM due to battery issues or drive system problems.

Motor speed low

Motor does not reach maximum RPM - Drive system issue

The motor may not reach maximum RPM if the drive system is not working correctly.

Motor stopping

Motor stops running after a little use - Check battery, cutting height, grass clog

The motor may stop after a short use due to low battery, low cutting height, or grass clogging.

Motor stops

Motor stops running after a little use - Battery installed improperly

The motor may stop if the battery cartridge is not installed correctly.

Motor unit water damage

Warning: Do not pour water in specific area - Motor unit may malfunction

Pouring water into the motor unit area can cause a malfunction of the machine.

Mower not starting

Mower does not start - Check battery and lock key

The mower will not start if there are issues with the batteries, lock key, or battery selection switch.

No start

Mower does not start - Battery selection switch incorrect

The mower will not start if the battery selection switch is not set correctly.

Overdischarge protection

Red main power lamp blinking - Overdischarge protection active

The main power lamp blinks red when the battery capacity is low. This indicates overdischarge protection has activated.

Overheat protection

Red main power lamp illuminated - Overheat protection active

The main power lamp lights up red when the machine or battery is overheated. This indicates overheat protection has activated.

Overload protection

Green main power lamp blinking - Overload protection active

The main power lamp blinks green when the machine draws too much current. This indicates overload protection has activated.

Vibration issue

Abnormal vibration - Check blade

Abnormal vibration can occur if the blade is imbalanced or excessively worn.