CONTENTS General safety warnings In the box Assembly Operating instructions and tips Maintenance Plug replacement Troubleshooting Technical data Recycling and disposal Getting help Warranty...
GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS Safety information WARNING! Read all safety warnings and instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in fire and/or serious injury. Warnings Symbols The following warning symbols appear throughout this manual and indicate the appropriate safety measures you should take when assembling and operating the mower.
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Class II equipment. Do not dispose of electrical equipment with household waste. This device complies with the applicable European directives, and an evaluation method of conformity for these directives has been done. The product complies with the applicable UK directives and an evaluation method of conformity for these directives was followed.
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General Safety We accept no liability for damage or accidents which result from non-compliance with these instructions. Intended Use This hover mower has been designed for cutting grass and soft vegetation in private and hobby garden areas. It should only be used for its prescribed purpose, and any other use is deemed to be a case of misuse.
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Personal Safety Note! Only supply power to the mower through a circuit protected by an RCD with a maximum trip current of 30mA. • Only use plugs or connectors approved for outdoor usage. • Extension cables must comply to H07RN-F requirements as described in DIN 57 282/VDE 0282 and must have a minimum cross-section of 1.5mm .
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• Always check the mower for signs of damage before each usage. • Always disconnect the mains lead from the electrical supply before carrying out any inspection, servicing or maintenance work. • Ensure that all the guards are securely fitted and in good working order.
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• Check the site on which you intend to use the hover mower and remove all objects that may be caught or thrown up by the mower. Foreign bodies must be removed before you start mowing. Keep an eye on the power cable and keep it away from the cutting blade at all times.
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• If the hover mower begins to vibrate abnormally, switch it off immediately, disconnect the plug and check it carefully. Ensure that all the nuts, bolts and screws are tight and that the mower is in a safe condition for use. •...
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Operating and maintenance safety CAUTION! Read all safety requirements and instructions. Any errors made in following the safety requirements and instructions may result in an electric shock, fire and serious injury. Keep all safety regulations and instructions in a safe place for future use.
ASSEMBLY Handle Assembly 1. Place the ends of the lower handle into the slots. 2. Secure the lower handle to the deck by firmly pushing a retaining pin through the retaining holes on the deck and through the bottom end of the handle. 3.
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Fig. A 4. Ensure the upper handle and the lower handle aligned correctly and move freely. 5. Fix the upper handle section to the lower handle Use the bolts and wing nuts provided. There are two possible height positions. Choose the one most suitable to the operator’s height.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS AND TIPS Setting the cutting heights Fig. A Fig. B IMPORTANT! Ensure the power cable plug is removed from the mains supply and wait until the cutting head has stopped rotating, before adjusting the cutting height. 1. There are 2 cutting heights: Fig. A shows the lower cutting height setting, 10mm.
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Removing the cutting head and fan 1. Hold the fan firmly and twist the cutting head anticlockwise, as illustrated above. 2. Hold the cutting head in the centre and remove, as illustrated above. 3. Hold fan in the centre and remove, as illustrated above. 4.
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Refitting the fan and setting the cutting height 1. Replace the fan on the motor drive shaft, as illustrated above. 2. Position the cutting head onto the motor drive shaft, according to the height of the cut you require. Position the blades flush with the fan, if you want the higher setting (33mm).
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ON/OFF operation 1. Connect the mower to the mains supply. Ensure the cable (or extension cable if you are using one) is hooked through the cable strain relief hook, as illustrated on page 14. 2. Before switching on, ensure that the mower is not in contact with any foreign objects.
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Operation Before you connect the equipment to the mains supply make sure that the data on the rating plate corresponds to your mains supply. IMPORTANT! Always ensure the on/off switch is working correctly. Do not use if you suspect a fault. Before you perform any repair or maintenance work on the mower, ensure that the plastic cutter is not rotating and that the power supply is disconnected.
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Emptying the grassbox • Stop the mower, remove the plug from the mains power supply and wait until the cutting head has come to a complete stop. • Lift up the grassbox lid • Lift the grassbox off the mower and empty. •...
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Mowing advice Keep the underside of the mower casing clean and remove all grass deposits from it. Deposits make it more difficult to start the mower and also adversely affect the mowing quality and the grass collection. The cutting system must be kept in good condition and inspected before and after use.
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Cleaning WARNING: Always disconnect the plug from the mains power supply and let the mower cool down before carrying out an inspection, maintenance or cleaning. • Remove grass from under the deck with a piece of wood or similar. • Using a soft brush, remove grass clippings from all ventilation openings, the roller, grassbox and grassbox lid.
Maintenance Blade maintenance Always wear gloves when handling plastic blades and proceed with caution; sharp edges could cause injury. Carry out the following steps to change the plastic blades: • Disconnect from the mains • Fit new plastic blades into power supply and wait the slots at each side of...
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WARNING! Ensure plastic cutters are correctly located. Never fit a metal bar blade to this product. If the blade has broken, please wear gloves or suitable protection before handling the blade. General maintenance and storage • Replace plastic blades, bolts, nuts or screws, whenever necessary. •...
PLUG REPLACEMENT If you need to replace the fitted plug, then follow the instructions below. IMPORTANT! The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code: Blue – Neutral Brown – Live As the colours of the wire in the mains lead of this apparatus may not correspond with the coloured marking identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows.
TROUBLESHOOTING General Troubleshooting The following table provides solutions to common problems encountered with the mower. Fault/malfunction Cause Remedy Mower does not start No power at Check the fuse, switch, socket, cable, wire mains socket and have any repairs carried out by a qualified electrician Defective on/off Repair by a qualified...
TECHNICAL DATA Technical Data Table Specification Value Model MEH1129B Voltage 220-240V~ 50Hz Power input 1100W Motor speed 8300 min Cutting width 29cm Cutting height adjustment 10mm, 33mm; 2 levels Volume of grass collector 15 litres Rear roller size 38mm A weighted sound pressure L...
WARRANTY This product is covered by a 12 month warranty. The warranty covers any manufacturing defect in materials, workmanship and finish. Any claim under this warranty must be made by going to your nearest Homebase store, taking your proof of purchase with you, and claims must be made within 12 months of the date of purchase.