Contents Warranty Introduction Environmental protection Description of symbols Specifications General safety rules Additional safety rules for lawn mowers Accessories Unpacking Know your product Setting up Adjusting the cutting height Height adjustment with blue spacer in position Height adjustment with blue spacer removed Before starting Switching on and off Emergency stop...
General safety rules WARNING. Read all instructions. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury. The term “power tool” in all of the warnings listed below refers to your mains operated (corded) power tool or battery operated (cordless) power tool.
Additional safety rules for lawn mowers • Only use this Lawn Mower when a Residual Current Device (RCD) with a tripping current of not more than 30mA is in the circuit.
position. • Thoroughly inspect the mower for loose or damaged parts before each use. Visually inspect to see that blades, blade bolts and the cutter assembly are not worn or damaged. Do not use the unit until adjustments or repairs are made. •...
• Always keep hands and feet away from rotating parts. Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times. • Never pick up or carry an appliance while the motor is running. • When the machine is not in use, store it in a dry, and high or locked-up place, out of reach of children.
Know your product Before using the Rotary Collect Mower, familiarize yourself with all the operating features and safety requirements. Use the tool only for the applications intended. All other applications are expressly ruled out. 1. Upper handle 2. Power button 3.
Setting up CAUTION. Never carry out any assembly operations or adjustments with the power connected to the mower. Always ensure that the power button is in the off position and that the power plug is disconnected from the supply. 1. Ensure that the handle is in the correct orientation i.e. the cable tidy (10) must be on the uppermost side of the lower handle (17) as shown on the main photograph.
ADJUSTING THE CUTTING HEIGHT CAUTION. Never carry out any assembly operations or adjustments with the power connected to the mower. Always ensure that the power button is in the off position and that the power plug is disconnected from the supply. 1.
SWITCHING ON AND OFF IMPORTANT. Practise switching on and switching off the mower as detailed below before using it to cut grass for the first time. 1. Wheel the mower to a hard, level surface (such as a driveway) that is free of debris. 2.
EMPTYING THE GRASS BOX 1. As the grass collection box (19) fills with grass, it is clearly visible through the translucent material of the box. 2. Ensure the power button (2) is in the off position and disconnect the power cable plug from the power point.
8. Press down on the blade spanner (11) to lock it in position under the retaining latch. 9. Return the mower to the upright position and replace the grass box (19). 10. Reconnect the power cable to the supply and run the mower for a few minutes to check that the blade is properly fitted and that there is no undue noise or vibration.
CLEANING 1. Keep the tool’s air vents unclogged and clean at all times. 2. Remove dust and dirt regularly. Cleaning is best done with a rag. 3. Re-lubricate all moving parts at regular intervals. 4. Never use caustic agents to clean plastic parts. CAUTION.
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