Brand: Makita
Category: Power Tool
Document Type: Manual
Language: EN
Available Languages: EN , ES
Manual for PLM5113N2
Uploaded: Nov. 21, 2025, 7:21 p.m.
Warranty Information
Refer to the separate engine manual for engine maintenance. Consult your dealer for specific warranty information.
This manual provides instructions for operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting the Makita PLM5113N2 petrol lawn mower. It covers safety precautions, intended use, assembly, technical data, functions (mulching, side discharge), starting, operation, stopping, and storage. Key operating procedures include starting the engine, engaging the blade, adjusting cutting height, and using the self-propel function. Maintenance sections detail cleaning, blade care, engine servicing, and storage preparation.
Troubleshooting and error codes
| PROBLEM | PROBABLE CAUSE | CORRECTIVE ACTION |
|---|---|---|
| Engine does not start. | Throttle chock not in the correct position for the prevailing conditions. | Move throttle chock to correct position. |
| Fuel tank is empty. | Fill tank with fuel: refer to ENGINE OWNERS MANUAL. | |
| Air cleaner element is dirty. | Clean air cleaner element: refer to ENGINE OWNERS MANUAL. | |
| Spark plug loose. | Tighten spark plug to 25 – 30 Nm. | |
| Spark plug wire loose or disconnected from plug. | Install spark plug wire on spark plug. | |
| Spark plug gap is incorrect. | Set gap between electrodes at 0.7 to 0.8 mm. | |
| Spark plug is defective. | Install new, correctly gapped plug: refer to ENGINE OWNERS MANUAL. | |
| Carburetor is flooded with fuel. | Remove air cleaner element and pull starter rope continuously until carburetor clears itself and install air cleaner element. | |
| Engine difficult to start or loses power. | Faulty ignition module. | Contact Makita authorised service centre. |
| Dirt, water, or stale fuel tank. | Drain fuel and clean tank. Fill tank with clean, fresh fuel. | |
| Vent hole in fuel tank cap is plugged. | Clean or replace fuel tank cap. | |
| Air cleaner element is duty. | Clean air cleaner element. | |
| Engine operates erratically. | Spark plug is detective. | Install new, correctly gapped plug: refer to ENGINE OWNERS MANUAL. |
| Spark plug gap is incorrect. | Set gap between electrodes at 0.7 to 0.8 mm. | |
| Air cleaner element is dirty. | Clean air cleaner element: refer to ENGINE OWNERS MANUAL. | |
| Engine idles poorly. | Air cleaner element is dirty. | Clean air cleaner element: refer to ENGINE OWNERS MANUAL. |
| Air slots in engine shroud are blocked. | Remove debris from slots. | |
| Cooling fins and air passages under engine blower housing are blocked. | Remove debris from cooling fins and air passages. | |
| Engine skips at high speed. | Gap between electrodes of spark plug is too close. | Set gap between electrodes at 0.7 to 0.8 mm. |
| Engine overheats. | Cooling air flow is restricted. | Remove any debris from slots in shroud, blower housing, air passages. |
| Incorrect spark plug. | Install original spark plug and cooling fins on engine. | |
| Mower vibrates abnormally. | Cutting assembly is loose. | Tighten blade. |
| Cutting assembly is unbalanced. | Balance blade. |