Battery; Winter Service - Gardena SILENO+ Operator's Manual

5.5 Battery

WARNING: Only charge the product
using a charging station which is
intended for it. Incorrect use may result
in electric shock, overheating or
leakage of corrosive liquid from the
battery. In the event of leakage of
electrolyte flush with water and seek
medical help if it comes in contact with
the eyes etc.
WARNING: Use only original batteries
recommended by the manufacturer.
Product safety cannot be guaranteed
with other batteries. Do not use non-
rechargeable batteries.
CAUTION: The battery must charge a
complete cycle before winter storage.
If the battery is not fully charged it can
be damaged and in certain cases be
rendered useless.
If the operating time for the product is shorter
than normal between charges, this indicates that
the battery is getting old and eventually needs
replacing.
Note: Battery life is dependent on the length of
the season and how many hours a day the
product is operating. A long season or many
hours of use a day means that the battery must
be replaced more regularly. The battery is fine as
long as the product maintains a well-cut lawn.
5.5.1 To replace the battery
WARNING: The product must be
disconnected from the supply mains
when removing the battery.
1. Set the Main switch to position
2. Turn the product upside down. Place the
product on a soft and clean surface to avoid
scratching the body and the display cover.
3. Clean around the battery cover.
4. Unscrew the screws to the battery cover
(Torx 20) and remove the battery cover.
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5. Release the latch of the connector and pull it
upwards.
6. Place the new battery into place in the
product.
7. Connect the cable.
8. Carefully tighten screws for the battery cover
(Torx 20).

5.6 Winter service

Take your product to your GARDENA central
service for service prior to winter storage.
Regular winter service will maintain the product in
good condition and create the best conditions for
a new season without any disruptions.
Service usually includes the following:
• Thorough cleaning of the body, the chassis,
the blade disc and all other moving parts.
• Testing of the product's function and
components.
• Checking and, if required, replacing wear
items such as blades and bearings.
• Testing the product's battery capacity as
well as a recommendation to replace battery
if necessary.
• If new firmware is available, the product is
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updated.
CAUTION: Do not pull the cables.
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