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OPERATING THE MOWER
Heavy Growth
Areas of heavy growth should be mown without collecting the
clippings. If collection is required, first mow the area without the
grassbag at the maximum height of cut setting. Allow the grass
clippings to dry out and then mow the area at the maximum
height of cut setting with the grassbag fitted. Reduce the height
of cut and mow the area again as necessary until the required
finish is obtained.
To prevent damage to your lawn do not remove more than one
third of grass height in one cut. (Refer fig.14)
Non Grassed Areas
When moving the mower across non-grassed areas, stop the
motor and set the mower to the maximum height of cut to protect
the cutting mechanism.
Safe Mower Practice
WARNING: PREVENT ACCIDENTS
Take extreme care not to mow across the supply cable. If this
should occur, switch off immediately and disconnect the plug
from the power supply. Carefully examine the cable for cuts and
damage. A defective cable must be replaced before the mower is
used again. Always be aware of the location of the supply cable
in relation to the mower and the grass area. Do not allow the
cable to become hidden in uncut grass. Keep the cable over the
Fig. 14
cut area at all times. A cable which is out of sight, is out of mind
and this could lead to a hazardous situation.
Plan a 'cutting scheme' which works away from the power
supply point and ensures that the cable is trailed out over the
cut area. Work up and down the lawn in rows. Turn the machine
round at the end of the row and step across the cable so that the
cable is trailed along in the cut area on the return run.
When working around flower beds, prevent the cable from
trailing across cultivated area by positioning a stake at the corner
of the bed. Do not allow the cable to be pulled around sharp
obstructions. Stop mowing immediately if cable resistance is felt
and remove the obstruction. Do not allow the cable to become
entangled.
WARNING: PREVENT ACCIDENTS - Switch off at the
mains, remove the plug before adjusting, cleaning or if the
cable is entangled.
Overloading Protection
Do not let the motor labour or slow down through being
overloaded in work. When this situation occurs, raise the front
of the mower slightly by bearing down on the handlebar, allow
the motor to reach maximum speed and proceed to mow at a
slower pace. Alternatively readjust to a higher cut position. If the
motor continues to labour, switch off and remove the plug from
the mains supply. Remove and empty the grassbag. Examine the
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discharge chute and remove any blockage. Turn the machine
on its side and clear the obstruction from the cutterblade and
the underside of the mower deck. Place the machine upright
and replace the grassbag. Re adjust to a higher cut position if
necessary. Re start the mower and proceed to mow at a pace
which does not over the mower.
IMPORTANT: PREVENT DAMAGE - DO NOT continue
to operate the motor in an overload condition. If this does
occur, stop mowing and allow the motor to run at maximum
speed for one minute. This will allow the motor to cool down
to its normal working temperature.
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