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CHALLENGE 1400W Electric Rotary Mower 7233306 (Model: MEB1435B) Instruction 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.
Safety Information Important - Please read these instructions fully before starting assembly Warnings Symbols The following warning symbols appear throughout this assembly manual and indicate the appropriate safety measures you should take when assembly and operating the mower. Take extra care, beware of hazards. Read instruction manual.
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Safety Information Important - Please read these instructions fully before starting assembly Warnings Symbols (continued) Wait until all moving parts have stopped completely before touching them. The blade may continue to rotate after the machine is switched off, a rotating blade can cause injury. Noise level specification Lwa in dB.
Safety Information Important - Please read these instructions fully before starting assembly General Safety Read the instructions carefully. Be familiar with the controls and the correct use of the machine. Never allow children, persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge or people unfamiliar with these instructions to use the machine, local regulations may restrict the age of the operator.
Safety Information Important - Please read these instructions fully before starting assembly Personal Safety Note! Only supply power to the equipment through circuit protected by an RCD with a maximum trip current of 30 mA. • Use only plugs or connectors approved for outdoor usage.
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Safety Information Important - Please read these instructions fully before starting assembly Personal Safety (continued) machine safely. Children must always be supervised in order to ensure that they do not play with the machine. • Always check the mower for signs of damage before each usage.
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Safety Information Important - Please read these instructions fully before starting assembly Personal Safety (continued) • Never run the mower in enclosed or poorly ventilated rooms or if there are inflammable or explosive fluids, vapours or gases nearby. • Switch off the motor and disconnect the mains lead before clearing blockages in the grass ejection area and before you inspect it if the mower has struck a foreign body.
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Safety Information Important - Please read these instructions fully before starting assembly Personal Safety (continued) • Make sure you keep your feet at a safe distance from the mower blade at all times! Do not stand near the grass ejection chute if the grass collector is not fitted. •...
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Safety Information Important - Please read these instructions fully before starting assembly Personal Safety (continued) • If the lawn mower begins to vibrate abnormally, switch it off immediately, disconnect the plug immediately and check it carefully. Ensure that all the nuts, bolts and screws are tight and that the mower is in a safe condition for use.
Safety Information Important - Please read these instructions fully before starting assembly Operating and Maintenance Safety CAUTION! Read all safety requirements and instructions. Any errors made in following the safety requirements and instruction may result in an electric shock, fi re and serious injury.
Assembly Step 1 - Bottom Handle Support Assembly • Ensure all the plastic Fastening knob are unfolded. Hold the bottom handle support at the desired angle (2a) for operation. Fix the handle in this position by tightening the Fastening knob (clockwise) and then locking them into position by folding the levers snug against the handle.
Assembly Step 2 - Top Handle Assembly • The top, curved handle section is assembled to using a on either side. Adjust the height to suite the operator as necessary by inserting the bolt into the required holes on the handle (2c). •...
Assembly Step 3 - Grass Collector Assembly 3a. Align the slots and insert lower part of grass box together. 3b. Clip the lower part of grass collector onto the upper part. Step 4- Fitting / Removing the Grass Collector Fitting the grass collector Lift the defl ector guard and hold it up.
Operating Instructions & Tips Grass Full Indicator Your mower may be fi tted with a grass full indicator. This is a small red fl ap on the top side of the grass collector. When this fl ap remains open as you work, it means that the grass collector is not full (air fl owing freely through the grass collector).
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Operating Instructions & Tips Setting the Cutting Heights (continued) IMPORTANT! Ensure the power cord is disconnected from the mains supply before adjusting the cutting height. To adjust the cutting height, gently pull the height adjustment lever towards you to disengage it from its existing position and move it to the desired cutting height position.
Operating Instructions & Tips ON/OFF Operation 1. Press on the lock-off safety button to unlock the on/off lever 2. Then operate the on/off lever to switch the mower on. Customer Helpline 0343 515 1906...
Operating Instructions & Tips To Stop the Machine Release the on/off lever to stop the motor Always ensure the on/off switch is working correctly. Do not use if you suspect a fault. Ensure that the blade is not rotating and that the power supply is disconnected before examining the switch.
Operating Instructions & Tips Mowing Advice We recommend that you mow in overlapping lines. Only mow with sharp blades so that the blades of grass do not fray. This can cause grass to turn yellow. To achieve a good cut, guide the lawn mower in lines that are as straight as possible.
Maintenance Cleaning & Maintenance WARNING: Always switch the product off, disconnect it from power supply and let the product cool down before performing inspection, maintenance and cleaning work! Cleaning • Keep all safety devices, air vents and the motor housing free of dirt and dust as far as possible. Wipe the equipment with a soft brush or blow it with compressed air at low pressure after usage.
Maintenance Blade Maintenance (continued) If the blade is blunt, it can be sharpened in a specialised workshop. If the blade is damaged or showing signs of imbalance, it must be replaced. IMPORTANT! Always switch the product off, disconnect it from power supply and let the product cool down before performing inspection, maintenance and cleaning work! Only replace the blade with a genuine replacement blade as this will ensure top performance and safety under all conditions.
Troubleshooting General Troubleshooting The following table provides solutions to common problems encountered with the mower. Fault Possible Cause Solution Mower does not start No power at mains socket Check the fuse, switch, socket, cable, wire and have any repairs carried out by a qualified electrician Defective on/off switch Repair by a qualified technician...
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