EINHELL GE-CM 36 / 37 Li Manual

Read the operating instructions to reduce the risk of inquiry
Children are not allowed to use this equipment. Children are not allowed to carry out cleaning or maintenance. This equipment can be used by people with limited physical, sensory or mental capacities or those with no experience and knowledge if they are supervised or have received instruction in how to use the equipment safely and understand the dangers which result from such use. Children are not allowed to play with the equipment.

When using the equipment, a few safety precautions must be observed to avoid injuries and damage. Please read the complete operating instructions and safety regulations with due care. Keep this manual in a safe place, so that the information is available at all times. If you give the equipment to any other person, hand over these operating instructions and safety regulations as well. We cannot accept any liability for damage or accidents which arise due to a failure to follow these instructions and the safety instructions.

The corresponding safety information can be found in the enclosed booklet.

Read all safety regulations and instructions. Any errors made in following the safety regulations and instructions may result in an electric shock, fi re and/or serious injury.
Keep all safety regulations and instructions in a safe place for future use.

Explanation of the symbols used (see Fig. 17)

1. Read the directions for use before operating the equipment.
2. Keep your distance!
3. 
   Sharp blades! Pull out the safety plug before carrying out any repair work or if the power cable is damaged. The blades will continue to rotate after the motor is switched off.
4. Protect the equipment from rain and damp conditions
5. Guaranteed sound power level
6. Dispose of batteries correctly
7. For use in dry rooms only
8. Safety class II
9. Store the battery only in dry rooms with an ambient temperature of +10°C to +40°C. Place only charged batteries in storage (charged at least 40%).

Layout and items supplied

Layout

1. Upper push bar
2. Safety lock-off
3. Switching bar
4. Joint
5. Catch basket
   1. Grass catch basket, without carry-handle
   2. Grass catch basket, carry-handle
6. Central cutting height adjustment facility
7. Ejector fl ap
8. Carry-handle
9. Cutting tool cover

12. Fill level indicator

16. Quick-tightening screws
17. Safety plug
18. Rechargeable battery
19. Battery charger

Items supplied and unpacking

(Fig. 2)
Please check that the article is complete as specifi ed in the scope of delivery. If parts are missing, please contact our service center or the sales outlet where you made your purchase at the latest within 5 working days after purchasing the product and upon presentation of a valid bill of purchase. Also, refer to the warranty table in the service information at the end of the operating instructions.

• Open the packaging and take out the equipment with care.
• Remove the packaging material and any packaging and/or transportation braces (if available).
• Check to see if all items are supplied.
• Inspect the equipment and accessories for transport damage.
• If possible, please keep the packaging until the end of the guarantee period.

The equipment and packaging material are not toys. Do not let children play with plastic bags, foils or small parts. There is a danger of swallowing or suff ocating!

Items supplied

• Cordless lawn mower
• Rechargeable battery (2x) (not included in delivery with 34.131.72)
• Charger (2x) (not included in delivery with 34.131.72)
• Original operating instructions
• Safety information

Proper use

The lawn mower is intended for private use i.e. for use in home and gardening environments.
Private use of the lawn mower refers an annual operating time generally not exceeding that of 50 hours, during which time the equipment is primarily used to maintain small-scale, residential lawns and home/hobby gardens. Public facilities, sporting halls, and agricultural/forestry applications are excluded.

Due to the high risk of bodily injury to the user, the lawn mower may not be used to trim bushes, hedges or shrubs, to cut scaling vegetation, planted roofs, or balcony-grown grass, to clean (suck up) dirt and debris off walkways, or to chop up tree or hedge clippings. Moreover, the lawn mower may not be used as a power cultivator to level out high areas such as molehills.
For safety reasons, the lawn mower may not be used as a drive unit for other work tools or toolkits of any kind, unless they have been expressly permitted by the manufacturer.
The equipment is to be used only for its prescribed purpose. Any other use is deemed to be a case of misuse. The user / operator and not the manufacturer will be liable for any damage or injuries of any kind caused as a result of this.
Please note that our equipment has not been designed for use in commercial, trade or industrial applications. Our warranty will be voided if the machine is used in commercial, trade or industrial businesses or for equivalent purposes.

Technical data

Voltage 36 V d.c.
Motor speed: 3400 min^-1
Protection type: IPX1
Protection class: III
Weight: 14.3 kg
Cutting width: 37 cm
Grass basket volume: 45 liters
Sound pressure level L_pA: 83.7 dB(A)
Uncertainty K_pA: 3 dB(A)
Sound power level L_WA: 94.2 dB(A)
Uncertainty K_WA: 1.84 dB(A)
Guaranteed sound power level L_WA: 96 dB(A)
Vibration at the handlebars ah: 2.87 m/s²
Uncertainty K: 1.5 m/s²
Cutting height adjustment: 25-75 mm; 6 levels

2x Power X-Change lithium-ion batteries
Voltage: 18 V DC
Capacity: 3.0 Ah
Number of cells: 5

2x Power X-Charger battery charger
Input voltage: 200-250 V ~ 50-60 Hz
Output voltage: 20 V DC
Output current: 3.0 A
Protection class: II /

Sound and vibration values were measured in accordance with the standards EN ISO 3744:1995, ISO 11094:1991 and EN ISO 20643:2008.

Keep the noise emissions and vibrations to a minimum.

• Only use appliances which are in perfect working order.
• Service and clean the appliance regularly.
• Adapt your working style to suit the appliance.
• Do not overload the appliance.
• Have the appliance serviced whenever necessary.
• Switch the appliance off when it is not in use.
• Wear protective gloves.

Residual risks
Even if you use this electric power tool in accordance with the instructions, certain residual risks cannot be eliminated. The following hazards may arise in connection with the equipment's construction and layout:

1. Lung damage if no suitable protective dust mask is used.
2. Damage to hearing if no suitable ear protection is applied.

This equipment generates an electromagnetic fi eld during operation. Under certain circumstances this fi eld may actively or passively impede medical implants. To reduce the risk of serious or fatal injuries, we recommend persons with medical implants to consult their doctor and the manufacturer of the medical implant prior to using the equipment.

Before starting the equipment

The lawn mower is delivered partly assembled. The push bar and the grass basket must be assembled before using the lawn mower. Follow the instructions step by step and refer to the pictures when assembling.

Required assembly parts (screws, cable guides, etc.) or functional parts (e.g. plugs, wrenches, etc.) can be found in the molded parts of the packaging or on the equipment. The cable for the electrical connection of the motor and switching bar is located on the left-hand teeth of the handlebar adjustment facility (Fig. 3). Take care to ensure that this is not damaged during assembly.

Fitting the push bar
Use the quick-tightening screws (Fig. 2/Item 16) to fasten the push bar (Fig. 4/Item 13) to the teeth of the handlebar adjustment facility. If necessary, turn the quick-tightening screw back suffi ciently on the thread so that the quick-release lever (Fig. 4/Item 16a) can then still be fl ipped down towards the back.
You can adjust the angle of the long handle as a whole by fl ipping up the two quick-release levers (Fig. 5/Item 16a), with three settings available for the angle (Fig. 5). Only these three positions are available. As you do this, make sure that both sides are set to the same position. To secure the push bar again, fl ip the two quick-release levers back into the closed position.
You can adjust the angle of the upper push bar (Fig. 6a) by fl ipping up the two upper quick-release levers (Fig. 6/Item 16a), with three settings available for the angle. As you do this, make sure that both sides are set to the same position. To secure the push bar again, fl ip the two quickrelease levers back into the closed position.

Fitting the catch basket
Press the carry-handle (Fig. 7/Item 5b) onto the top part of the housing of the catch basket. During assembly, make sure that there is an audible click. Before you fi t the catch basket you must ensure that the motor is switched off and the blade is not rotating. Ejector fl ap (Fig.8/Item 7) with one hand. Using the other hand, grab onto the basket by the handle and hang it in from the top.

Filling level indicator of the grass collector
The grass collector is equipped with a fi lling level indicator (Fig. 9/Item 12). which is opened by the airfl ow that the lawn mower generates during operation. If the fl ap closes during mowing, the grass collecting device is full and must be emptied. To ensure the proper functioning of the fi lling level indicator, the holes under the fl ap must always be kept clean and passable.

Adjusting the cutting height

Adjust the cutting height only when the machine has been switched off and the safety plug has been pulled out.
The cutting height is adjusted as follows (see Fig. 10):

1. Push the lever (7) outwards.
2. Set the lever (7) to the desired cutting height.
3. Release the lever (7) and check that it is securely seated in the lock.

Reading off the cutting height
The cutting height can be set between 25-75 mm in 6 intervals, and can be read off on the scale.
Before you begin to mow, check to ensure that the blade is not blunt and that none of the fasteners are damaged. To prevent any imbalance, replace blunt and/or damaged blades. To carry out this check, fi rst switch off the motor and pull out the safety plug.

Charging the battery (Fig. 11)

1. Take the battery pack out of the equipment. To do so, press the pushlock button (Fig. 12/ Item C).
   
2. Check that your mains voltage is the same as that marked on the rating plate of the battery charger. Insert the power plug of the charger (19) into the socket outlet. The green LED will then begin to fl ash.
3. Slot the battery pack or packs (18) onto the battery charger (19).
4. In the section entitled „Charger indicator" you will fi nd a table with an explanation of the LED indicator on the charger.

The battery pack can become a little warm during the charging. This is normal. If the battery pack fails to charge, check:

• whether there is voltage at the socket outlet
• whether there is good contact at the charging contacts

If the battery pack still fails to charge, send

• the charging unit
• and the battery pack to our customer service center.

To ensure that items are properly packaged and delivered when you send them to us, please contact our customer service or the point of sale at which the equipment was purchased.
When shipping or disposing of batteries and cordless tools, always ensure that they are packed individually in plastic bags to prevent short circuits and fires.
To ensure that the battery pack provides long service, you should take care to recharge it promptly. You must recharge the battery pack when you notice that the performance of the device drops. Never allow the battery pack to become fully discharged. This will cause it to develop a defect.

Battery capacity indicator (Fig. 12)
Press the switch for the battery capacity indicator (Item A). The battery capacity indicator (Item B) shows the charge status of the battery using 3 LEDs.

All 3 LEDs are lit:
The battery is fully charged.

2 or 1 LED(s) are lit:
The battery has an adequate remaining charge.

1 LED fl ashes:
The battery is empty, recharge the battery.

All LEDs blink:
The battery temperature is too low. Remove the battery from the equipment, keep it at room temperature for one day. If the fault reoccurs, this means that the rechargeable battery has undergone exhaustive discharge and is defective. Remove the battery from the equipment. Never use or charge a defective battery.

Installing the battery (Fig. 13)
Open the battery cover. Then insert the batteries in the mounts as shown in Fig. 13.

The equipment's operating time depends on the battery with the lower charge level or lower capacity (Ah). Therefore, only use rechargeable batteries which are charged to the same level and have the same capacity (Ah). Never combine full and half-full batteries or batteries with diff erent capacities (Ah). Always charge the two batteries simultaneously before starting to use them. Close the battery cover by fl ipping the cover down.

Operation

The lawn mover is equipped with a safety circuit to prevent unauthorized use. Directly before starting up the lawn mover insert the safety plug (Fig. 14/Item 17) and remove the safety plug again whenever you interrupt or terminate your work.

To prevent the equipment switching on accidentally, the lawn mower is equipped with a safety switch (Fig. 15/Item 2) which must be pressed before the switching bar (Fig. 15/Item 3) can be activated. The lawn mower switches itself off when the switching bar is released. The start time can amount to several seconds. Repeat this process several times so that you are sure that the machine functions properly. Before you perform any repair or maintenance work on the equipment, ensure that the blade is not rotating and that the safety plug is disconnected.


Never open the chute fl ap when the grass bag has been detached (to be emptied) and the motor is still running. A rotating blade can cause serious injuries!
Always carefully fasten the chute fl ap and grass basket. Switch off the engine before emptying the grass basket.
Always ensure that a safe distance (provided by the length of the long handles) is maintained between the user and the mower housing. Be especially careful when mowing and changing direction on slopes and inclines. Maintain a solid footing and wear sturdy, non-slip footwear and long trousers.
Always mow along the incline (not up and down). For safety reasons, the lawn mower may not be used to mow inclines whose gradient exceeds 15 degrees.
Use special caution when backing up and pulling the lawn mower. Tripping hazard!

Tips for proper mowing
It is recommended that you overlap the mowing swaths.
Only use a sharp blade that is in good condition. This will prevent the grass blades from fraying and the lawn from turning yellow. Try to mow in straight lines for a nice, clean look. The swaths should overlap each other by a few centimeters in order to avoid stripes.
The operating time of the rechargeable batteries and therefore the area in square meters that can be covered with a single battery charge is largely dependent on the state of the grass (e.g. density, moisture, height, cutting height, etc.) and the mowing speed (walking speed). To adjust the area coverage to your individual requirements, it is recommended that you mow the lawn more often, with a higher cutting height and at an appropriate speed. Frequently turning the equipment on and off while mowing will also reduce the amount of area that you can cover. If the operating time of the rechargeable batteries (area coverage) is still unsatisfactory in spite of the above measures, you can remedy the problem by using rechargeable batteries with a larger capacity (Ah).
How frequently you should mow your lawn is determined primarily by the speed at which the grass grows. In the main growing season (May - June) you will probably need to mow the lawn twice a week, otherwise just once a week. The cutting height should be between 4 - 6cm and the amount of growth before mowing again should be 4 - 5cm. If the grass is allowed to grow somewhat longer for whatever reason, do not make the mistake of cutting it back to the normal height in one go. This will harm the lawn. Never cut it back by more than half the height in one go. Keep the underside of the mower housing clean and remove grass build-up. Deposits not only make it more diffi cult to start the mower; they decrease the quality of the cut and make it harder for the equipment to bag the grass.
Always mow along inclines (not up and down). You can prevent the lawn mower from slipping down by holding a position at an angle upwards.
Select the cutting height according to the length of the grass. Make several passes so that no more than 4cm of grass are cut at one time. Switch off the motor before doing any checks on the blade. Keep in mind that the blade continues to rotate for a few seconds after the motor has been switched off. Never attempt to manually stop the blade. Regularly check to see if the blade is securely attached, is in good condition and is sharp. If the contrary is the case, sharpen the blade or replace it. In the event that the blade strikes an object, immediately switch off the lawn mower and wait for the blade to come to a complete stop. Then inspect the condition of the blade and the blade mount. Replace any parts that are damaged.
As soon as grass clippings start to trail the lawn mower, it is time to empty the grass basket. Important! Before taking off the grass basket, switch off the motor and wait until the blade has come to a stop.
To take off the grass basket, use one hand to lift up the chute fl ap and the other to grab onto the basket handle. Remove the basket. For safety reasons, the chute fl ap automatically falls down after removing the grass basket and closes off the rear chute opening. If any grass remains in the opening, it will be easier to restart the engine if you pull the mower back approximately 1m.
Do not use your hands or feet to remove clippings in or on the mower housing, but instead use suitable tools such as a brush or a hand broom.
In order to ensure that the majority of grass clippings are picked up, the inside of the grass basket must be cleaned after each use.
Reattach the grass basket only when the motor is switched off and the blade has stopped.
Lift up the chute fl ap with one hand and, holding the grass basket by its handle with the other hand, hang in the basket from the top.

Cleaning, maintenance and ordering of spare parts

Pull the safety plug before carrying out any cleaning work (Fig. 14).

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 clean cloth or blow it with compressed air at low pressure.
• Do not clean the lawn mower with running water, particularly with high-pressure water.
• We recommend that you clean the device immediately each time you have finished using it.
• Clean the equipment regularly with a moist cloth and some soft soap. Do not use cleaning agents or solvents; these could attack the plastic parts of the equipment. Ensure that no water can seep into the device.
• For best results, clean the lawn mower with a brush or rag.

Carbon brushes

In case of excessive sparking, have the carbon brushes checked only by a qualifi ed electrician.

The carbon brushes should not be rep laced by anyone but a qualifi ed electrician.

Maintenance

• Worn out or damaged blades, blade mounts, and bolts should be replaced as a set by an authorized professional in order to keep the equipment in balance.
• Ensure that all mounting components (i.e. screws, bolts, nuts etc.) are always tightened so that the equipment can be safely operated at all times.
• Frequently check the grass catch assembly for signs of wear.
• Replace excessively worn or damaged parts immediately.
• In order to ensure that you enjoy the equipment for many years to come, all screwed parts, as well as the wheels and axles, should be cleaned and lubricated.
• Keeping your lawn mower in good condition not only ensures a long lifespan and high performance, but also enables the equipment to thoroughly cut your grass with minimal effort.
• The blade is subjected to more wear and tear than any other component. Therefore, routinely check the condition of the blade and make sure that it is tightly fastened. If the blade is completely worn out, it must be immediately replaced or ground sharp again. An excessively vibrating mower means that the blade is not properly balanced or has become deformed from striking an object. In this case, the blade must be repaired or replaced.
• There are no parts inside the equipment which require additional maintenance.

Replacing the blade

For safety reasons, we recommend having the blade replaced by an authorized professional. Important! Wear work gloves! Only replace the blade with a genuine Einhell replacement blade, as this will ensure top performance and safety under all conditions.
Carry out the following steps to change the blade:

1. Undo the fastening screw (see Fig. 16).
   
2. Remove the blade and replace with a new one.
3. When fi tting the blade, make sure it is installed in the right direction. The blade's air vanes must project into the motor compartment (see Fig. 16). The dome mounts must be aligned with the punch holes in the blade.
4. Then retighten the fastening screw with the universal wrench. The tightening torque should be approx. 25 Nm.
   At the end of the season, perform a general inspection of the lawn mower and remove any grass and dirt which may have accumulated. At the start of each season, ensure that you check the condition of the blade. If repairs are necessary, please contact our customer service center. Use only genuine spare parts.

Ordering replacement parts

Please quote the following data when ordering replacement parts:

• Type of machine
• Article number of the machine
• Identification number of the machine
• Replacement part number of the part required For our latest prices and information please go to www.Einhell-Service.com
  Spare blade art. no.: 34.054.86

Storage and transport

Remove the rechargeable battery/batteries.

Storage
Store the equipment and accessories out of children's reach in a dark and dry place at above freezing temperature. The ideal storage temperature is between 5 and 30°C. Store the machine in its original packaging.

Transport

• Switch the machine off and isolate it from the power supply before transporting it.
• Fit the shipping protectors, if any.
• For easier transport (or storage), open the quick-release lever (Fig. 5 and 6 / Item 16a). When necessary, turn it back again far enough to allow the push bars to be flipped together at this point. Take care not to damage the cable on the left-hand teeth of the handlebar adjustment facility.
• Protect the machine from damage and the strong vibrations that can occur particularly when transporting in vehicles.
• Secure the machine against slipping and tipping over.

Charger indicator

Troubleshooting

Service information

We have competent service partners in all countries named on the guarantee certifi cate whose contact details can also be found on the guarantee certifi cate. These partners will help you with all service requests such as repairs, spare and wearing part orders or the purchase of consumables.
Please note that the following parts of this product are subject to normal or natural wear and that the following parts are therefore also required for use as consumables.

* Not necessarily included in the scope of delivery!

In the eff ect of defects or faults, please register the problem on the internet at www.Einhell-Service.com. Please ensure that you provide a precise description of the problem and answer the following questions in all cases:

• Did the equipment work at all or was it defective from the beginning?
• Did you notice anything (symptom or defect) prior to the failure?
• What malfunction does the equipment have in your opinion (main symptom)?
  Describe this malfunction.