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Operator's Manual Allmäher® AS 21 E-Allmäher From serial number: 038122010001 Issued: 14.02.2022, V1.0 en-Translation of the Original Operator's Manual...
dummy Contact Notes on the operating manual If you have questions about your device, please contact your customer service. Dear customer, For international AS partners, please see: Congratulations on your purchase. You have www.as‑motor.com. acquired a reliable quality product by ”AS-Motor”.
In particular, the device must not be used: Intended use – to cut hard objects, stones, rubble, or pieces The device is intended only for cutting grass or of wood. similar vegetation in well-maintained grounds – to trim bushes, hedges, and shrubbery. in agriculture, forestry and preservation of the countryside that are cut at least once a year.
Contents Driving ............. Notes on the operating manual..... Driving............. 25 Contact ............ Turning............ 25 Device data..........Switching off and parking...... Intended use..........Transport..........Explanation of the symbols....Transporting the device......26 Symbols in the instructions...... 5 Loading............ 26 Warnings..........Unloading the device....... 27 Signs on the device.........
dummy Inhaltsverzeichnis Explanation of the symbols Warning Hazardous situation Symbols in the instructions Indicates a possibly hazardous situation In these operating instructions, the following with a medium level of risk that, if not symbols are used to denote special dangers. avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.
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Type plate The quickly rotating blades can cause life-threatening injuries or The type plate on the device provides you major property damage! Make with information on the device type and sure to especially keep hands the technical data. and feet away from the blades when the device is in operation.
Safe handling of the battery Safety instructions Observe the information in the operator’s Get informed! manual of the battery. Children cannot recognize the dangers caused For your safety, read these operating instruc- by the battery. tions carefully. Familiarize yourself with the control elements and the proper use of the –...
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Operationally safe condition A damaged or defective battery may smoke or catch on fire and cause life-threatening injuries The battery is in a safe operating condition or major damage to property. when – If the battery smokes: Do not use the battery –...
Safe handling of the charger – Use the rear wall bracket to hang the char- ger. Observe the operator’s manual of the charger. – Do not unplug the power cord from the wall Children cannot recognize the dangers caused outlet by any means other than the power by the charger.
Risk of injury due to damaged or defective Danger area charger. A damaged or defective charger may smoke and cause injury or damage to property. – Pull the mains plug from the mains socket. During the charging process, the charger may overheat, catch fire and cause life-threatening injuries or major material damage if there is in- sufficient ventilation.
Use caution during operation Prior to mowing Danger of injury during motor start Personal protective measures The motor must not be started, During mowing, always wear – When other persons are in close proximity. safety shoes with good grip and long trousers.
Use caution when mowing Vibrations When the device is used over a longer period Risk of injury of time, vibrations can cause disturbances in Risk of injury caused by ejected objects. Never the blood supply of the hands. A generally ac- mow when persons, children, pets or material cepted usage time cannot be determined.
– Mow only when the ground is dry and has a Use caution during maintenance good grip. and repair – Mow only when the steerable front wheel is Only carry out work as described in these op- locked. erating instructions. Have an authorised ser- vice centre perform all other work.
Device description 1 Steerable front wheel 2 Interlock steerable front wheel 3 Cutting height adjustment 4 Air filter 5 On/off switch with engine status light 6 Connection socket for backpack battery 7 Selector switch engine speed 8 Lever for lateral adjustment of handlebar 9 Tie rod height of bar 10 Cover battery compartment...
Lever for lateral adjustment of Control elements handlebar (C) 1. Release the eccentric tension lever. 2. Attention: Do not crush the Bowden cables when pivoting the handlebar. Swivel the handlebar to the side to the de- sired position. 3. Clamp the handlebar with the eccentric ten- sion lever.
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Engine status light on the on/off switch (5) Retrofittable service and parking brake The on/off switch is equipped with an engine There is a service and parking brake that can status light. When the engine is ready for oper- be retrofitted for your device. The brake is op- ation, the engine status light lights up and in- erated by pulling the hand lever from the dicates the status of the engine.
Recommendation for the selection Information on mowing of the engine speed Prior to mowing, check the device for com- pleteness, proper function, and cleanliness. A dirty air filter causes overheating of the engine Reduced engine speed for extended battery which can result in engine damage. life and lower emissions.
Checking the battery’s charging Prior to starting status Warning A damaged or defective battery may smoke or catch on fire and cause life-threatening injuries or major damage to property. ► Do not use or charge a damaged or de- fective battery. Press button (A) on the battery.
Changing the battery Status of battery and charger The LEDs on the charger indicate the status: LED 1 LED 2 LED 3 LED 4 Removing the battery scrip- 1. Open the cover of the battery compartment tion (1). Flashing Battery 2. Press the unlock button (2). red or or char- 3.
When the LED 1 flashes red: Changing the backpack battery – Remove the battery from the charger and re- Danger insert the battery into the charger. If LED 1 flashes red again, the battery may be defect- Risk of electric shock due to incorrectly ive.
Inserting the backpack battery LED 1 LED 2 LED 3 Descrip- 1. Push the backpack battery (4) onto the ad- tion apter plate until it audibly locks. Glowing Flashing Battery or 2. Check that the backpack battery (4) is se- green charger curely in place. defective.
When the LED 3 flashes red: Setting the engine speed – Unplug the charger and plug it back in. The charger performs a self-check. If not all LEDs are lit, the charger is defective and must be replaced. – If the self-check was successful, the charger can be used to charge the backpack battery.
Adjusting cutting height Adjust the cutting height setting only when the engine is switched off. Set the cutting height so that the blade does not touch the ground even in case of terrain unevenness. If the cutting height is set too high, objects can be ejected and the “clean cut appearance”...
Locking steerable front wheel Starting On flat terrain, it is more comfortable to leave the front wheel free to pivot. If you mow in hori- Danger zontal direction, it is necessary to always lock the wheel. Danger of electric shock from live cables on the mowing area.
Driving Switching off and parking Warning Warning Risk of injury caused by tripping or sliding On a slope, the device can roll away. while pushing the mower, moving it back- ► Put the device on even ground only or wards and turning it round. secure it against rolling away.
Loading Transport Use suitable ramps for loading that Warning – can carry the empty weight of the device + Risk of injury due to the heavy weight of the 200 kg. device. The device can fall over and fall – are wider than the device. down and cause severe injuries.
Transporting the battery The battery is subject to the legal regulations for dangerous goods. For commercial trans- port, special requirements must be met and all applicable local and state laws must be com- plied with. Always store and transport a damaged or de- fective battery in such a way that smoke or fire cannot endanger people or cause damage to property.
Improper maintenance can make the device Maintenance unsafe for operation and result in accidents. Regular maintenance keeps your device ready Warning for use. Risk of injury from electric shock on live Service the device according to the following parts. maintenance instructions. ►...
Cleaning the device General inspection To make sure that the device can be operated safely, check all nuts, bolts, screws etc. regu- larly for proper condition and firm seating. Check all electrical cables for damage. Immediately replace damaged or worn parts, especially covers, protective skirt, engine en- closure, cover of battery compartment, battery and charger (authorised service centre).
Maintaining the engine Checking the battery and the charger The engine manufacturer has prepared an op- erating manual for the engine. The manual Warning contains all mandatory maintenance require- ments and warranty conditions for the engine. A damaged or defective battery may smoke If warranty work at the engine is required, con- or catch on fire and cause life-threatening tact your authorised service centre.
Checking the drive Checking the blade 1. Place the device on a surface with a good Warning grip (e.g. concrete or asphalt). Wear or damage on the blades and the 2. Switch off the engine. fastening elements can result in the blades 3.
Original blade All shown blade parts and their fastening ele- ments must be changed An original AS-blade is engraved with: – if damage or cracks are detected. AS XXXXXXXX – if unusually strong vibrations occur. The engraving shows the spare part number. –...
Assembly Scope of delivery The device is shipped in a carton. The scope of delivery includes: – The device. – This operating manual. – Manufacturer’s certificate. – Protection bow. – Protection skirt. – Front wheel. – Side plate. Fig. 9: 1. Swing the guide bar (1) back. –...
Protection skirt and steerable front wheel 6. Apply the protection bow (3) on the right blade hood side to the screw M8 (4). 7. Screw in the protection bow at the front hole (5) of the side panel with a screw M6, washer and nut. Make sure that the rear hole of the protection bow coincides with the rear hole of the side panel (11).
12. Screw down the protection bow and the Automatic self-maintenance of the battery protection skirt at the right side of the blade The battery has an automatic self-maintenance hood (10) with a washer and a retaining function to prolong its service life. nut.
Spare parts Disposal The reliable and safe operation of the device Lawn cuttings should not be thrown in the also depends on the quality of the spare parts trash, but should be composted. used. Only use original spare parts and ac- Shredded plant material decomposes quickly cessories approved by “AS-Motor.”...
Troubleshooting The following table contains the most frequent problems and their elimination. If more problems occur, contact the closest authorised service centre. You can find an authorised service centre on our home page www.as-motor.com. Problem Possible cause Remedy Engine does not turn Engine brake lever is not Press the engine brake lever towards pressed.
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Strong vibrations dur- Imbalance of the blade caused Have blade resharpened and balanced ing operation by incorrect sharpening or by an authorised service centre. Re- chips on the blade. place a damaged blade immediately. Blade drive shaft is bent due to Authorised service centre.
Technical specifications Type AS 21 E-Allmäher Range of application (temperature) 5 - 30 °C Observe the information of the engine manufacturer. Engine Type Electric engine Manufacturer EGO Power Plus Type PU2700S Maximum engine performance 3,47 kW Speed Eco 2400 min Speed turbo 2800 min Voltage 56 V...
Declaration of conformity AS-Motor GmbH Ellwanger Straße 15 D-74424 Bühlertann www.as-motor.com Declaration of conformity We declare that the grassland mowers Type AS 21 E-Allmäher Starting from serial no. 038122010001 as brought into circulation by us conform to all relevant safety and - 2006/42/EC health requirements of the EC directives listed.
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AS-Motor GmbH Ellwanger Straße 15 D-74424 Bühlertann www.as-motor.com AS-Motor is your premium manufacturer for lawn and high grass mowers as well as weed re- movers. We offer our customers professional technology for steep slopes, rough terrain, and lawn care. Our extensive product range which includes hand-held entry-level devices up to devices with remote control will always offer private customers, service providers, cities, municipalities and road maintenance authorities the right product.