Unpacking

•Always keep hands and feet away from rotating parts. Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times.

•Never pick up or carry an appliance while the motor is running.

•When the machine is not in use, store it in a dry, and high or locked-up place, out of reach of children.

•Check the grass catcher frequently for wear or deterioration.

•After use, disconnect the machine from the power supply and check for damage. If you have the slightest doubts, check with an authorised service centre.

•Only use the machine according to the instructions given in this manual.

•Check regularly that the nuts, bolts, screws and other fittings are tight and secure.

•Keep the mower free of grass, leaves and other debris build-up.

•Do not tilt the appliance when switching on the motor, except if the appliance has to be tilted for starting. In this case, do not tilt it more than is absolutely necessary and lift only the part which is away form the operator. Always ensure that both hands are in the operating position before returning the appliance to the ground.

•Do not try to repair the machine or access internal parts. Use authorised service centres only.

•Do not get distracted and always concentrate on what you are doing. Use common sense. Never operate the machine when you are tired, sick or under the influence of alcohol or other drugs.

•Disconnect the unit from the power supply when not in use, before servicing and when changing the blades.

•Keep these instructions. Refer to them frequently and use them to instruct other users. If you loan someone this unit, also loan them these instructions.

•The operator or user is responsible for accidents or hazards occurring to other people or their property.

Failure to follow operating instructions and safety precautions in this instruction manual can result in serious injury. Read the manual before starting or operating this unit.

Wear eye protection

Wear hearing protection

Wear respiratory protection

WARNING. Before connecting a tool to a power source (mains switch power point receptacle, outlet, etc.) be sure that the voltage supply is the same as that specified on the nameplate of the tool. A power source with a voltage greater than that specified for the tool can result in serious injury to the user, as well as damage to the tool.

If in doubt, do not plug in the tool. Using a power source with a voltage less than the nameplate rating is harmful to the motor.

Due to modern mass production techniques, it is unlikely that your power tool is faulty or that a part is missing. If you find anything wrong, do not operate the tool until the parts have been replaced or the fault has been rectified. Failure to do so could result in serious personal injury.

The mower is supplied partially disassembled. The parts in the carton are:

•Mower body (with blade fitted)

•Upper handle (including switchbox, motor on/off grips, handle joints with twist locks and motor cable saddle clip)

•Lower handle (including cable tidy, motor cable saddle clip and blade spanner)

•Grass box

•2 wing knobs and 2 lower handle fixing clips

CAUTION. Never carry out any assembly operations or adjustments with the power connected to the mower. Always ensure that the power button is in the off position and that the power plug is disconnected from the supply.