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40V LAWNMOWER
HY38-E40
Instruction Manual

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  • Page 1 40V LAWNMOWER HY38-E40 Instruction Manual...
  • Page 2 We would be delighted if you left us positive feedback! Thank you for purchasing this product. This manual has been produced by Hyundai Power Products and should be kept with the product. Please read and understand these instructions before you use your product. Failure to do this may result in personal injury or damage to the product.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Symbols On The Machine......4 Specifications..........27 General Safety...........5-15 Maintenance And Care......28-30 Understand Your Machine.....5 Maintenance Safety......28 Personal Safety........5-6 Checking Your Machine......28 Inspect Your Machine......6-7 Blade Maintenance......29 Work Area..........7-8 Cleaning..........29 During Use.........8-9 Storage..........30 Noise...........10 Folding The Lawnmower.....30 Power Tool Use And Care....10 Transportation And Handling....30 Battery Use And Care......11 Battery Charger........11...
  • Page 4: Symbols On The Machine

    Symbols On The Machine We have provided safety messages in this manual and on the lawnmower. This information alerts you to potential hazards that could hurt you or others. Please read these messages carefully. However, we may not have listed all of the possible hazards, you must also use your own judgment.
  • Page 5: General Safety

    General Safety WARNING : READ THE INSTRUCTION BOOKLET THOROUGHLY BEFORE USING THE MACHINE. Keep for future reference and pass it on if the machine is loaned or sold to another user. Understand Your Machine • WARNING! You must read these instructions carefully before operating the machine. Make sure that you are familiar with the controls and properly operate the machine.
  • Page 6: Inspect Your Machine

    General Safety lightweight footwear. Do not wear chains, bracelets or clothing that is loose fitting or hanging ties or cords. Tie long hair back. Always wear protective earplugs. Loose clothes, jewellery, or long hair can be caught in moving parts. Protect eyes, face, and head from objects that may be thrown from the unit.
  • Page 7: Work Area

    General Safety • Regularly check to see that keys and adjusting wrenches are removed from the machine area before starting it. A wrench or a key that is left attached to a rotating part of the machine may result in personal injury. •...
  • Page 8: During Use

    General Safety roots, branches, stones, etc) that can cause the lawnmower to slide sideways or make you lose control of it. Make sure on slopes you have a steady foothold. • The lawnmower must never be used on slopes of over 20°, regardless of the mowing direction. •...
  • Page 9 General Safety • WARNING! If something breaks or an accident happens whilst working, you must turn off the machine immediately and move the machine away to prevent further damage. If an accident happens with injuries or third parties are injured, carry out the first aid measures most suitable for the situation immediately and contact the medical authorities for any necessary health care.
  • Page 10: Noise

    General Safety Noise (Where Applicable) • The operating noise of the machine can damage your hearing. Wear hearing protection such as earplugs or ear defenders to protect your hearing. Long-term and regular users are advised to have hearing checked regularly. Be especially vigilant and cautious when wearing ear protection because your ability to hear alarm warnings will be reduced.
  • Page 11: Battery Use And Care

    General Safety Battery Use And Care • Recharge only with the charger specified by the manufacturer. A charger that is suitable for one type of battery pack may create a risk of fire when used with another battery pack. • Use power tools only with specifically designated battery packs. Use of any other battery packs may create a risk of injury and fire.
  • Page 12: Vibrations

    General Safety Vibrations (Where Applicable) • Prolonged use of hand held (operated) machines will cause the user to feel the effects of/from vibrations. These vibrations can lead to white finger (Raynaud’s phenomenon) or carpal tunnel syndrome. This condition reduces the ability of the hand to feel and regulate temperature, causing numbness and heat sensations and may cause nerve damage and circulatory tissue death.
  • Page 13: Electrical Safety

    General Safety Electrical Safety (Where Applicable) DANGER! ELECTRICITY CAN KILL – NEVER WORK ON LIVE/ENERGISED EQUIPMENT. • Prior to carrying out any maintenance work you MUST identify electrical isolation methods and isolate all electrical supplies. • Prior to use and with all electrical supplies isolated, you MUST check all electrical cables, plugs and connectors for the following;...
  • Page 14: Personal Protective Equipment

    General Safety Personal Protective Equipment Appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), MUST be worn at all times when operating or repairing the machine. No protective equipment can ensure 100% protection. When selecting PPE, make sure it’s CE marked and it suits the user in terms of size, fit, etc. If more than one item of PPE is worn at the same time, make sure they can be used together, e.g.
  • Page 15: Getting To Know The Machine

    General Safety Getting To Know The Machine The HY38-E40 is a battery powered lawnmower from HYUNDAI. The HY38-E40 has a cutting width of 380mm The lawnmower is a garden tool and precisely a pedestrian controlled lawnmower. The machine is essentially composed of a battery which drives a blade enclosed in a casing, equipped with wheels and a handle.
  • Page 16: Overview Of Parts

    Overview Of Parts Start Button Start / Stop Lever Upper Handle Adjuster Lower Handle Battery Cover Grass Collector Wheel...
  • Page 17: Unboxing

    Lay the contents out and check them. If any part is damaged or missing, you must not use the machine. Contact HYUNDAI Power Products immediately. You must keep the packaging material in case the machine needs to be returned or repaired.
  • Page 18: Assembly

    Assembly Assembly Safety CAUTION - This guide is meant to serve as a quick reference for operating your HYUNDAI machine. We always advise reading the manual in full before operation. NOTE - Images may vary depending on model. NOTE - The machine can be supplied with some parts already assembled. Prior to assembly, check all items have been received.
  • Page 19 Assembly 3. Place the upper handle on the lower handle. 4. Attach the upper handle. 5. Insert the threaded bolt through the holes in the upper handle and the lower handle. 6. Fasten the screw with the triangle knob.
  • Page 20: Attach The Grass Collector

    Assembly Step 2 : Attach The Grass Collector 1. Lift the rear discharge guard off the mower. 2. Hook the grass collector bag onto the lawn mower. 3. Fold the rear discharge guard down again. Step 3 : Insert The Mulching Plug (For Mulching Function) The mulching plug helps curve the inside of the mower deck for more efficient mulching.
  • Page 21: Adjusting The Cutting Height

    Assembly Step 4 : Adjusting The Cutting Height The cutting height can be adjusted in 6 steps with the cutting height adjustment. 1. Pull the handle outwards slightly. 2. Set the required cutting height. 3. Release the lever again. Step 5 : Inserting/ Replacing The Battery 1.
  • Page 22: Safety Key

    Safety Key The lawnmower has a security key. The key is located under the battery cover. By removing the key, the power supply to the motor is interrupted. You must remove the safety key: • If the unit is left unattended. •...
  • Page 23: Starting / Stopping

    Starting / Stopping Switching On 1. Press the switch interlock and hold down (A). 2. Pull back On/Off switch (B) towards the handle to start the motor. Switching Off 1. Release the On/Off switch. WARNING - After release of the On/Off switch, the blade will continue moving briefly. Risk of injury!
  • Page 24: Battery

    Battery Checking Charge Status The unit has an LED state of charge indicator on the handlebar. 4 LED lights lit = 100% battery power 3 LED lights lit = 75% battery power 2 LED lights lit = 50% battery power 1 LED light lit = 25% battery power Charging The Battery 1.
  • Page 25: Removing / Emptying Grass Collector

    Removing / Emptying Grass Collector If the grass collector is full, it should be emptied immediately. 1. Switch the motor off. 2. Wait until the blade stops. 3. Lift the rear discharge guard. 4. Remove the grass collector. 5. Lower the rear discharge guard down again. 6.
  • Page 26: Lawn Care

    Tips On Lawn Care General Tips • Maintain a constant cutting height of 3-5cm. Do not shorten the grass to less than half its original height. • Under certain conditions, such as very tall grass, it may be necessary to raise the height of cut to reduce pushing effort, prevent overloading of the motor and leaving clumps of grass clippings.
  • Page 27: Specifications

    Specifications HY38-E40 Model Nominal Voltage 2.0Ah or 4.0Ah Battery Type Cutting Height 20-70mm (6 Heights) Grass Collector Capacity Motor Speed 3500rpm Cutting Width 380mm / 38cm Wheel Size Front 160mm Wheel Size Rear 200mm Measured Sound Power 93dB(A) Guaranteed Sound Power...
  • Page 28: Maintenance And Care

    • Make sure all nuts, screws, bolts and blade are tight. • Frequently inspect the grass bag assembly for signs of wear and replace immediately with a genuine Hyundai part if damage is found. • Make sure all warning stickers are in place and not damaged.
  • Page 29: Blade Maintenance

    Maintenance & Care Blade Maintenance WARNING - To prevent against injury from the blade, have a specialist perform all work such as replacing or sharpening the blade (special tools and skills required). Only use original spare parts: The use of non-original and/or incorrectly fitted parts will jeopardize the safety of the machine, may cause accidents or personal injuries for which the Manufacturer is under no circumstance liable or responsible.
  • Page 30: Storage

    Maintenance & Care Storage 1. Make sure it has been cleaned. See cleaning section. 2. Remove the safety key and remove the battery from the mower before storing. 3. Store the unit in a dry and frost-free place (10-25 °C) away from sources of ignition and varying changes in temperature.
  • Page 31: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Fault Possible Cause Remedy Motor does not start 1. Capacitor defective 1. Contact an authorised 2. Battery pack empty service centre 3. Cable defective 2. Charge the battery pack 4. Switch/plug block defective 3. Check the cable 5. Motor terminals or capacitor 4.
  • Page 32: Spare Parts

    Manufacturer is under no circumstance liable or responsible. Part Part Number HY38-E40 BLADE Blade Wheel Cover - HY38-E40 WHEELCOVER Wheel Wheel - HY38-E40 WHEEL HY38-E40 GRASSBAG Grass Catcher...
  • Page 33: Disposal

    Disposal or at your local Civic Amenity Site. Environmental Protection Under NO circumstances must any fuel or oil 1. Environmental protection should be a be put down any drains. priority of considerable importance when using the machine, for the benefit of both Certain products contain WEEE waste which social coexistence and the environment in should not be disposed of in your domestic...
  • Page 34: Our Product Range

    Our Product Range Generators Mini Dumpers Leisure Inverter, Petrol, Diesel And Built-In 4-Wheel Drive Mini Dumpers And Tracked Motorhome Generators Dumpers Pressure Washers Yard Sweeper Petrol, Diesel And Electric Pressure Washers Self Propelled Yard Sweeper Power Brush Water Pumps Scarifiers Submersible, Clean And Dirty Water And Petrol Lawn Scarifier And Aerator Professional Chemical Water Pumps...
  • Page 35: Useful Information

    Useful Information Manual Updates Our manuals are constantly being reviewed and updated. Should you find an error, omission or something unclear, please contact us for assistance. We reserve the right to make any modifications without prior notice whenever necessary. Returning Your Product If you are returning your product, please contact the dealer for their returns policy.
  • Page 36 Notes...
  • Page 37 Importer: HP Equipment Pty Ltd 547 Tarragindi Rd Salisbury Queensland Australia 4107 Licensed by Hyundai Corporation, Korea...

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