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Operators Manual
LMX Range
Warning: These instructions must be read and fully understood before using
your new Gardencare Lawnmower. They are designed for your safety.

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  • Page 1 Operators Manual LMX Range Warning: These instructions must be read and fully understood before using your new Gardencare Lawnmower. They are designed for your safety.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Let’s get started … These instructions are for your safety. Please read through them thoroughly before use and retain them for future reference. more detail Before you start ........................ 13 Product functions ......................18 Operation ........................... 24 Care and maintenance ....................27 Troubleshooting .......................
  • Page 3 Symbols On the product, the rating label and within these instructions you will find among others the following symbols and abbreviations. Familiarise yourself with them to reduce hazards like personal injuries and damage to property. Kilowatt cm³ Cubic centimetre per minute Millimetre Kilogram dB(A)
  • Page 4 Wear protective gloves. Wear protective footwear. Wear tight-fitted protective clothes. Warning! Switch the product off and disconnect the spark plug connector before assembly, cleaning, adjustments, maintenance, storage and transportation. Do not expose the product to rain or wet conditions. Open flames in the work area, around the product and in the vicinity of flammable materials are prohibited! Do not smoke in the work area, around the product and in the vicinity of flammable materials!
  • Page 5 Check and refill oil. Switch the engine off while you are refilling the tanks! Guaranteed sound power level value in dB The product complies with the applicable European directives and an evaluation method of conformity for these directives was done. Mow across the face of slopes, never up and down.
  • Page 6 Objects thrown by the product could hit the user or other bystanders. Always ensure that other people and pets remain at a safe distance from the product when it is in operation. In general, children must not come near the area where the product is.
  • Page 7 2. Never allow children or people unfamiliar with these instructions to use the product. Local regulations can restrict the age of the operator. 3. Never mow while people, especially children, or pets are nearby. 4. Keep in mind that the operator or user is responsible for accidents or hazards occurring to other people or their property.
  • Page 8 2. Mow only in daylight or in good artificial light. 3. Avoid operating the product in wet grass, where feasible. 4. Always be sure of your footing on slopes. 5. Walk, never run. 6. Mow across the face of slopes, never up and down. 7.
  • Page 9  after striking a foreign object. Inspect the product for damage and make repairs before restarting and operating the product,  if the product starts to vibrate abnormally (check immediately). 20. Stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug connector, make sure that all moving parts have come to a complete stop and, where a key is fitted remove the key: ...
  • Page 10 5. Keep the engine, silencer and petrol storage area free of grass, leaves, or excessive grease to reduce the fire hazard. 6. Check the grass catcher frequently for wear or deterioration. 7. Replace worn or damaged parts for safety. 8. If the fuel tank has to be drained, this should be done outdoors. 9.
  • Page 11 Vibration and noise reduction To reduce the impact of noise and vibration emission, limit the time of operation, use low-vibration and low-noise operating modes as well as wear personal protective equipment. Take the following points into account to minimize the vibration and noise exposure risks: 1.
  • Page 12 your work area! Residual risks Even if you are operating this product in accordance with all the safety requirements, potential risks of injury and damage remain. The following dangers can arise in connection with the structure and design of this product: 1.

  • Page 13: Before You Start

    Before you start Unpacking NOTE: The product is heavy, ask another person for assistance if required. 1. Unpack all parts and lay them on a flat, stable surface. 2. Remove all packing materials and shipping devices if applicable. 3. Make sure the delivery contents are complete and free of any damage. If you find that parts are missing or show damage do not use the product but contact your dealer.
  • Page 14 Disconnect the spark plug connector from the spark plug! NOTE: Take care of small parts that are removed during assembly or when making adjustments. Keep them secure to avoid loss. Handle bars Align the lower handle bars with the handle support (13). Make sure the holes in the lower handle bar correspond with those in the support.
  • Page 15 Secure the handle bars with the locking lever(Fig. 3) Fig. 3 Fix the cables with the cable clips to the lower handle bars (Fig. 4). Fig. 4 Grass catcher Open the rear flap (25), hold it in position and align the hooks on the grass catcher (26) with the support to hang it onto it.
  • Page 16 Fig. 5 Muffler guard Attach the muffler guard (21a) onto the muffler (21) and secure it with the pre- assembled screw (21b) (Fig. 6).if need, please refer to the picture as below. Fig. 6...
  • Page 17 Fuel and engine oil This product is equipped with a 4-stroke engine. Before operation you have to add proper fuel and engine oil. Fig. 7 1. Place the product on a stable, level surface. We recommend laying a non- flammable sheet under the product. 2.
  • Page 18 3. Unscrew and remove the fuel tank cap (14). 4. Add correct fuel into the tank. Leave a minimum 5 mm of space between the top of the fuel and the inside edge of the tank to allow for expansion (Fig. 8). Fig.
  • Page 19 Fig. 9 4. Wipe spilled oil with a soft cloth and reattach the oil tank cap (24).

  • Page 20: Product Functions

    Product functions Intended use The product is intended for mowing grass in domestic gardens only. It must not be used to mow unusually high, dry or wet grass, e.g. pasture grass; or for shredding leaves. For safety reasons it is essential to read the entire instruction manual before first operation and to observe all the instructions therein.
  • Page 21 Emptying Empty the grass catcher (26) frequently during use. Do not wait until it is completely full. NOTE: A full grass catcher will reduce the performance of this product. 1. Lift the rear flap (25) and pull the grass catcher (26) off the rods to remove 2.
  • Page 22 Side discharge attachment Use the side discharge attachment when using the product for side discharging. 1. Open the side deflector guard (20), hold it in position and align the hooks on the attachment (19) with the rods to hang it onto (Fig. 14). Fig.
  • Page 23 WARNING! Ensure that the lever engages between two of the slots! Recoil starter The recoil starter handle (23) is positioned at the rear of the engine. 1. Slowly pull on the recoil starter handle (23) and fit it into the rope guide (27) on the right hand side of the upper handle (23)
  • Page 24 WARNING! Do not suddenly release the recoil starter handle! Allow the rope to return slowly and in a controlled manner each time it is pulled! Do not pull out the recoil starter beyond the red colour band at the end of the recoil starter! Brake lever 1.

  • Page 25: Operation

    2. Move the throttle lever downward to increase the speed (Fig. 21). 3. Move the throttle lever further downward to the lowest position to start cold engine (Fig. 22). NOTE: For the best cut quality, always mow with the throttle lever in the FAST position. To start a cold engine, move the throttle lever to the lowest position.
  • Page 26 6. Switch the product off immediately if you are disturbed while working by other people entering the working area. Always let the product come to complete stop before putting it down. 7. Do not overwork yourself. Take regular breaks to ensure you can concentrate on the work and have full control over the product.
  • Page 27 Fig. 23 7. Circle around flower beds. When reaching a flower bed in the middle of the lawn, cut a row or two around the circumference of the bed. 8. Pay special attention when changing direction. WARNING! If the product strikes a foreign object stop the engine! Disconnect the spark plug connector, let the product cool down and thoroughly inspect the product for damage! Have any damage repaired before restarting!
  • Page 28 2. Avoid mowing when the grass is wet from rain or dew. Wet grass may form clumps which interfere with the mulching action and reduce runtime. The best time to mow grass is late afternoon when the grass is dry and the newly cut area will not be exposed to direct sunlight.

  • Page 29: Care And Maintenance

    Check, clean and store the product as described below. Care and maintenance The golden rules for care WARNING! Always switch the product off, disconnect the spark plug connector and let the product cool down before performing inspection, maintenance and cleaning work! 1.
  • Page 30 Maintenance table Inspect and maintain this product regularly based on below maintenance table. Part To do Before/after each use hours hours hours / hours / half once year year Spark check plug Spark clean plug Spark replace whenever necessary plug Air filter check Air filter...
  • Page 31 Underbody and cutting device (blade) WARNING! Wear safety gloves when working on the blade and close to it! Use proper tools to remove debris, e. g. a wooden stick! Never use your bare hands! Always use original spare parts for replacement. The cutting device must be replaced by an identification no.
  • Page 32 Support Spindle For reference only Fig. 24 Grass catcher 1. Inspect the grass catcher (26) before each use. Do not use it if you find any damage. 2. Clean the grass catcher (26) after operation using water and mild soap. 3.
  • Page 33 Engine oil NOTE: We strongly recommend jacking the product up when performing the oil change. Avoid tilting the product in order to prevent fuel and oil leakages. Check 1. Unscrew and remove the oil tank cap (24). 2. Wipe the oil dipstick clean; refit and tighten the oil tank cap and then remove it again.
  • Page 34 NOTE: Alternatively use an oil pump to remove the engine oil. Insert the hose to the dipstick tube. Follow the instructions of the pump. Muffler If it be necessary to modify or replace the muffler, please contact an authorised service centre or a similarly qualified person. Repair This product does not contain any parts that can be repaired by the consumer.

  • Page 35: Troubleshooting

    5. Secure the product to prevent it from slipping or falling over, loss of fuel, damage and injury. Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Suspected malfunctions are often due to causes that the user can fix themselves. Therefore check the product using this section. In most cases the problem can be solved quickly.
  • Page 36 Warranty This Gardencare lawnmower comes covered with a conditional 2 year manufactures warranty which covers manufacturing issues which may arise in your lawnmower. This warranty can be extended to a free 5 year warranty provided the following conditions are met.
  • Page 37 90 day warranty (unless deemed otherwise by Gardencare).  The machine must be reasonably kept and only used for the operation it was designed and manufactured for whilst keeping within the usage instructions of this manual.