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Challenge CH18V2 Original Manual

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CHALLENGE
Challenge 18V 31cm Cordless Lawn Mower
Original Manual
Important
- Please read these instructions fully before starting assembly
These instructions contain important information that will help you get the best from your
mower, ensuring it is assembled correctly and safely.
If you need help or have damaged or missing parts, call after sales support on 0343 515 1906.
CH18V2
After Sales Support
UK/Ireland
0343 515 1906
OCT 2019

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  • Page 1 CHALLENGE Challenge 18V 31cm Cordless Lawn Mower CH18V2 Original Manual After Sales Support UK/Ireland 0343 515 1906 Important - Please read these instructions fully before starting assembly These instructions contain important information that will help you get the best from your mower, ensuring it is assembled correctly and safely.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Symbols ................................3 Safety Information ............................5 General Safety ..............................5 Battery Safety Information ........................11 Charger Safety Information ........................13 In the Box ...............................15 Parts ................................15 Assembly ................................17 Step 1 - Assembling Handles ........................17 Step 2 - Assembling the Grass Collection Box..................18 Step 3 - Fitting/Removing the Grass Collection Box ................19 Step 4 - Fitting/Removing the Battery ......................20 Operation ................................21...

  • Page 3: Symbols

    Symbols Important - Please read these instructions fully before starting assembly Warning Symbols The following warning symbols appear throughout this manual and indicate the appropriate safety measures you should take when operating and maintaining the appliance. Take extra care, beware of hazards. Caution Read instruction manual.
  • Page 4 Symbols Important - Please read these instructions fully before starting assembly Warning Symbols (continued) Fuse T/3.15A Electrical appliances must not be disposed of with the domestic waste. Batteries contain Lithium-ion. Do not dispose of batteries in household waste. li-ion Do not dispose of battery packs in rivers or immerse in water.

  • Page 5: Safety Information

    Safety Information Important - Please read these instructions fully before starting assembly General Safety IMPORTANT! When using equipment, the following safety precautions must be followed to avoid injuries and damage: • Read all operating instructions carefully and comply with them. It is important to understand these instructions and to acquaint yourself with the machine, its correct usage and all safety requirements.
  • Page 6 Safety Information Important - Please read these instructions fully before starting assembly General Safety (continued) • Never operate the machine while people, especially children, or pets are nearby. • Use extreme care when approaching blind corners, doorways, shrubs, trees, or other objects that may obscure your view of a child or animal that may run into the path of the mower.
  • Page 7 Safety Information Important - Please read these instructions fully before starting assembly General Safety (continued) • Walk, never run. • Mow across the face of slopes, never up and down. • Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes. • Use extreme caution when reversing or pulling the mower towards you.
  • Page 8 Safety Information Important - Please read these instructions fully before starting assembly General Safety (continued) • Never pick up or carry the machine while the motor is running. • Do not carry the machine with your finger on the switch. • Do not overreach.
  • Page 9 Safety Information Important - Please read these instructions fully before starting assembly General Safety (continued) • Always wear proper eye protection in order to protect your eyes while operating or performing any adjustment or repair. Thrown objects that ricochet can cause serious eye injury.
  • Page 10 Safety Information Important - Please read these instructions fully before starting assembly General Safety (continued) • Never operate mower without correct safety devices in place and in working order. Do not operate the mower with damaged safety devices. Doing so can result in injury.

  • Page 11: Battery Safety Information

    Safety Information Important - Please read these instructions fully before starting assembly General Safety (continued) • WARNING! This machine produces an electromagnetic field during operation! This field may under some circumstances interfere with active or passive medical implants! To reduce the risk of serious or fatal injury, we recommend persons with medical implants to consult their doctor and medical implant manufacturer before operating this product!
  • Page 12 Safety Information Important Please read these instructions fully before starting assembly Battery Safety Information (continued) • Do not charge battery in a damp or wet location. Following this rule will reduce the risk of electric shock. • For best results, your battery tool should be charged in a location where the temperature is more than 4°C but less than 40°C.

  • Page 13: Charger Safety Information

    Safety Information Important Please read these instructions fully before starting assembly Charger Safety Information • Ensure the battery pack is charged indoors only, in a dry, cool and well-ventilated environment. • Do not use non-rechargeable batteries! • Do not operate the charger with a damaged cord or plug, which could cause shorting and electric shock.
  • Page 14 Safety Information Important Please read these instructions fully before starting assembly Intended Use This lawnmower is designed for domestic use only: • This cordless lawnmower is intended for mowing lawns in domestic and hobby gardens. • This product is not to be used in wet weather conditions and may not be used to mow wet or unusually high grass.

  • Page 15: In The Box

    In the Box Parts Top Handle Deck Safety Button Bottom Half of the Grass Collection Box Switch Lever Front Wheel Cable Clip (x2) Tongue Left Lower Handle Battery Wing Nut (x2) Compartment Cover Battery Release Deflector Guard Bolt (x2) Button Isolator Key Grass Collection Box Grass Collection Box...
  • Page 16 In the Box Parts (continued) 3 13 After Sales Support 0343 515 1906...

  • Page 17: Assembly

    Assembly Step 1 - Assembling Handles • Insert the left and right lower handles into the slots of the housing. Ensure the locking pin button ) is secured into place (Fig. 1). NOTE! After assembly of the left and right lower handles, check that they are secure and cannot be pulled out of the mower deck.

  • Page 18: Step 2 - Assembling The Grass Collection Box

    Assembly Step 2 - Assembling the Grass Collection Box • Clip the grass collection box handle into the top half of the grass collection box (Fig. 4). • Align the front ends of the top and bottom pieces of the grass collection box. Clip the two pieces together starting at the front (Fig.

  • Page 19: Step 3 - Fitting/Removing The Grass Collection Box

    Assembly Step 2 - Assembling the Grass Collection Box (continued) • Slide the tongue into the front section of the grass collection box and ensure it is securely located (Fig. 6). ATTENTION! Never operate the mower unless the deflector guard and grass collection box are fully installed.

  • Page 20: Step 4 - Fitting/Removing The Battery

    Assembly Step 4 - Fitting/Removing the Battery NOTE! The battery is stored under the safety flap during delivery. Take out the battery before fitting it (Fig. 8). Fitting the battery Lift the battery compartment cover and slide the battery into the battery chamber. Ensure it slides smoothly along the support rails and locks into position.

  • Page 21: Operation

    Operation Setting the Cutting Heights IMPORTANT! Set the cutting height only when the motor is switched off and the isolator key has been removed. WARNING! Stop the machine, release the switch lever and wait until the blade stops before adjusting the cutting height.

  • Page 22: Starting And Stopping

    Operation Starting and Stopping WARNING! Always remember that the blade may continue to rotate for a few seconds after the machine is switched off. Allow the motor/blade to stop rotating before switching “on” again. Do not rapidly switch off and on. Starting: Before switching on, ensure that the mower is not in contact with any foreign objects. •...

  • Page 23: Grass Box Full Indicator

    Operation Grass Box Full Indicator Your mower may be fitted with a grass box full indicator. This is a small yellow flap on the top side of the grass collection box. When this flap remains open as you work, it means that the grass collection box is not full (air flowing freely through the grass collection box).

  • Page 24: After Mowing/Storage

    Operation After Mowing/Storage Safety warnings Always wear gloves when handling or working near sharp blades. Switch off and remove the isolator key, battery and grass collection box before adjusting or cleaning. For safety of other users remove the isolator key before storage. It is recommended that you remove the battery from the product and store it at room temperature when it is not in use.

  • Page 25: Battery Charging

    Operation Battery Charging • Plug the charger into an appropriate AC power outlet. • Insert the battery pack along the support rails of the charger (Fig. 16). Do not use other battery chargers. The battery charger supplied is specifically designed for the lithium-ion battery used in this garden appliance. Check the mains voltage! The voltage of the power supply must correspond with the data on the nameplate of the battery charger.

  • Page 26: Battery Led Panel

    Operation Charger LED Panel (continued) The intelligent charger measures the charge level of the battery and charges the battery accordingly with the required current and voltage based on battery temperature and voltage. This ensures maximum battery life. Charge the battery fully before storage. A flashing red LED light on the charger indicates that the battery temperature is not within the charging temperature range of 4°C - 40°C or the charging current is too high.

  • Page 27: Maintenance

    Maintenance General Maintenance Always wear safety gloves when handling or working near sharp blades. WARNING! Switch off, and remove the isolator key, battery and grass collection box before adjusting or cleaning. NOTE! To ensure long and reliable product life, carry out the following maintenance regularly: •...

  • Page 28: Blade Maintenance

    Maintenance Blade Maintenance Turn the machine carefully onto its right side and inspect the blade. If blunt or damaged, replace it. Use the following procedure to remove and replace the blade: Wear thick gardening gloves. Hold the blade and using a spanner (not provided) loosen the blade bolt ) and remove the blade ( ).

  • Page 29: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting General Troubleshooting The following table provides solutions to common problems encountered with the mower. Problem Possible Cause Solution Mower fails to operate. Possible clogging. Check underneath the mower and clear as necessary (always wear gardening gloves). The battery is not fully charged. Charge the battery.
  • Page 30 Troubleshooting General Troubleshooting (continued) The following table provides solutions to common problems encountered with the mower. Problem Possible Cause Solution The cutting blade is not rotating The cutting blade is obstructed. Switch off the mower and while the garden product is clear obstruction (always switched on.

  • Page 31: Technical Data

    Technical Data Technical Data Table Specification Value Model No. CH18V2 Cutting width 31cm Cutting height adjustment 25/35/45/55/65 mm (5 Positions) Grass collection box capacity No load speed 3700/min Wheel Size 140mm Degree of Protection IPX4 Sound Pressure Level (L 79 dB(A)

  • Page 32: Disposal

    Disposal Disposal and Recycling This marking indicates that this product should not be disposed with other household wastes throughout the EU. The machine must be delivered in rigid packaging to avoid damage during transportation. The packaging and the machine itself are manufactured from recyclable materials and should be disposed of accordingly.

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