Height of Cut Adjustment
Stop, release switch lever before adjusting height.
Your machine has seven settings which give the following approximate height of cuts;
1 = 18 mm | 2 = 22 mm | 3 = 27 mm |
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4 = 32 mm | 5 = 40 mm | 6 = 50 mm | 7 = 65 mm |
Remove the grassbox to aid adjustment (see ‘Grassbox’).
Press and hold the height of cut button Fig 3.
Lift up or push down the machine until the required height is indicated Fig 3.
Release the height of cut button to lock the height of cut setting, a click will be heard when locked.
Starting and Stopping
To aid starting, push handle down to lift front wheels.
Starting | |
| Press and hold the safety button Fig 4. |
0 | Squeeze the switch lever towards the handle. |
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1 | Release the safety button Fig 4. |
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Stopping
Release the switch lever Fig 4.
Mowing
Place the machine on the edge of the lawn, as close to the power point as possible. Work away from the power point Fig 5.
When mowing DO NOT ALLOW THE MOTOR TO LABOUR, particularly in heavy conditions. When the motor labours the speed of the motor drops and you will hear a change in the motor sound, when this occurs stop mowing, release switch lever and RAISE THE HEIGHT OF CUT. Failure to do so could damage the machine.
After Mowing/Storage
Clean the exterior of the machine thoroughly using a soft brush and cloth.Do not use water, solvents or polishes. Remove all grass and debris, especially from the ventilation slots.
Turn the machine on its right side and clean the blade area.If grass cuttings are compacted in the blade area,remove with a wooden or plastic implement.
Store the machine in a dry place. Do not place other objects on top of the machine.
To aid storage loosen the handle wheels Fig 1C and fold the handles.
Ensure cable is not trapped when folding/unfolding top handles, DO NOT DROP THE HANDLES.
Maintenance
Stop, remove plug from the power supply and remove the grassbox.
Note: To ensure long and reliable service, carry out the following maintenance regularly.
Regularly check for obvious defects such as loose, dislodged or damaged blade, loose fixings, and worn or damaged components. Check that covers and guards are undamaged and correctly fitted.
Blade Maintenance
Stop, remove plug from the power supply and remove the grassbox.
Turn the machine on its right side Fig 6 and inspect the blade and fan; if blunt or damaged fit a new blade.
Use the following procedure to remove and replace the blade.
Hold the blade Fig 6A using gardening gloves, use a spanner (not provided) to remove the blade nut Fig 6B and blade.
Before fitting the new blade, ensure that the fan Fig 6C is fitted correctly on the shaft. It will fit in only one position.
Fit the blade Fig 6A and the blade nut Fig 6B. Ensure that the blade is the correct way up and tighten the blade nut firmly.