Brand: Makita
Category: Power Tool
Document Type: Manual
Language: EN
Available Languages: EN , ES
Manual for PLM5600
Uploaded: Nov. 21, 2025, 8:31 p.m.
Warranty Information
Refer to the engine manual for specific warranty information.
Starting the Mower:
- Ensure the spark plug wire is securely connected.
- Set the choke lever to the correct position (cold/warm engine).
- Hold the brake control handle against the upper handle.
- Pull the starter handle rapidly to start the engine.
- Release the brake control handle to stop the engine and blade.
Operation:
- Hold the brake control handle firmly with both hands during operation.
- The mower is designed for normal residential grass up to 250 mm.
- Adjust speed using the self-drive control handle.
- Mow at full throttle for best results.
Stopping the Mower:
- Release the brake control handle.
- Disconnect the spark plug wire.
Maintenance:
- Refer to the engine manual for engine-specific maintenance.
- Clean the deck and air filter regularly.
- Inspect and sharpen the blade as needed.
- Store in a dry, clean, frost-protected place.
Troubleshooting and error codes
| PROBLEM | PROBABLE CAUSE | CORRECTIVE ACTION |
|---|---|---|
| Engine does not start. | Throttle choke not in the correct position for the prevailing conditions. | Move throttle choke 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. | |
| Faulty ignition module. | Contact the service agent. | |
| Engine difficult to start or loses power. | 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 dirty. | Clean air cleaner element. | |
| Engine operates erratically. | Spark plug is defective. | 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. | |
| Engine idles poorly. | Air cleaner element is dirty. | Clean air cleaner element: refer to ENGINE OWNERS MANUAL. |
| Engine skips at high speed. | 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. | |
| Engine overheats. | Cooling fins and air passages under engine blower housing are blocked. | Remove debris from cooling fins and air passages. |
| Gap between electrodes of spark plug is too close. | Set gap between electrodes at 0.7 to 0.8 mm. | |
| Cooling air flow is restricted. | Remove any debris from slots in shroud, blower housing, air passages. | |
| Incorrect spark plug. | Install RJ19LMC spark plug and cooling fins on engine. | |
| Mower vibrates abnormally. | Cutting assembly is loose. | Tighten blade. |
| Cutting assembly is unbalanced. | Balance blade. |