7.Do not cut damp or wet grass. Do not overload the mower.
8.After finishing the cutting operation, release pressure on both motor on/off grips (4) and allow the motor to come to a complete standstill. Before switching off, tilt the mower to one side to prevent the
9.Remove the cable plug from the mains supply.
Emptying the grass box
As the grass collection box (13) fills with grass, it is clearly visible through the translucent material of the box.
1.Ensure the power button (2) is in the off position and disconnect the power cable
plug from the power point.
2.Ensure that you are on a flat surface and have secure footing.
3.Lift the hinged cover (9).
4.Lift out the grass box (13),
empty it, replace it and4
close the hinged cover (9).
Changing the mower blade
Warning. 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.
1.Periodically check the blade (22) for nicks and dull cutting edges and have it sharpened if needed.
Notes. The blade should be sharpened and balanced by an authorised repair centre.
2.If there are rounded or broken ends, thinned metal or other damage, replace the blade.
3.With the power button (2) in the off position and the power plug removed from the supply, take out the grass box (13) and turn the mower on its side.
4.Put on a pair of sturdy gloves to protect your hands.
5.Block the rotation of the blade (22) and use the blade spanner (15) to unscrew the blade bolt (23) in an anti- clockwise direction (viewed from underneath).
6.Remove the blade bolt (23) and blade (22) taking care not to disturb any blade height spacers (16 and 24) that might be fitted.
7.Check that the blade height spacers (16 and 24) are properly located, replace the blade (22) and screw in the blade bolt (23), tightening it with the blade spanner (15).
8.Return the blade spanner (15) to its storage position in the cable tidy (8).
9.Press down on the blade spanner (15) to lock it in position under the retaining latch.
10.Return the mower to the upright position and replace the grass box (13).
Reconnect the power cable to the supply and run the mower for a few minutes to check that the blade is properly fitted and that there is no undue noise or vibration. Use only the blade as recommended by the manufacturer.
Maintenance
1.Store the tool, instruction manual and accessories in a secure, dry place. You will then always be able to refer to the relevant information when required.
2.In order to take up less space when storing the mower, loosen both wing knobs (5) and fold the upper handle
(1)over the lower handle (8).
3.Keep the tool’s air vents (17), accessible when the cover
(6)is raised, unclogged and clean at all times.
4.Remove dust and dirt regularly. Clean inside the mower body and under the deck. Use a brush or damp rag.
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