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Qualcast
1200W Electric Rotary Mower
Instruction Manual
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.
If you need help or have damaged or missing parts, call the Customer Helpline
on 08456 400 800.
After Sales Support
UK/Ireland
Web
www.argosspares.co.uk
(Model: M2E1232M)
08456 400 800
Aug 2012
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- Page 1 Qualcast 1200W Electric Rotary Mower (Model: M2E1232M) Instruction Manual After Sales Support UK/Ireland 08456 400 800 www.argosspares.co.uk 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.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Contents Safety Information ............................3 Warnings Symbols ............................3 General Safety ..............................4 Personal Safety ............................5 Operating and Maintenance Safety ......................7 In the Box .................................9 Parts ................................9 Assembly ................................10 Step 1 - Handle Assembly .........................10 Step 2 - Grass Collector Assembly......................11 Extension Lead ............................12 Step 3 - Fitting / Removing the Grass Collector ..................14 Operating Instructions &... -
Page 3: Safety Information
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. -
Page 4: General Safety
Safety Information Important - Please read these instructions fully before starting assembly Warnings Symbols (continued) 32 cm Cutting width Important! When using equipment, the following safety precautions must be followed to avoid injuries and damage. • Read all operating instructions carefully and comply with them. It is important to understand these instructions and to acquaint yourself with the machine, its correct usage and all safety requirements. -
Page 5: Personal Safety
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. •... - Page 6 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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Page 7: Operating And Maintenance Safety
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. - Page 8 Safety Information Important - Please read these instructions fully before starting assembly Operating and Maintenance Safety (continued) • Disconnect from the mains supply (i.e. remove the plug from the mains socket) whenever leaving the machine unattended, before cleaning a blockage, after striking a foreign object, whenever the machine starts vibrating abnormally.
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Page 9: In The Box
In the Box Parts Curved handle Screws (x2) Wheels Switch box section Housing and deck Safety lock-off button Handle fastener (x2) Grass chute deflector Cable strain-release Bottom handle bar (x2) guard hook Grass collector Cable clamp Switch on/off lever Customer Helpline 08456 400 800... -
Page 10: Assembly
Assembly Step 1 - Handle Assembly • Insert the each lower bar into the slot in the housing • Use the 2 screws provided to lock each bar into position in the deck. • Fix the top curved handle section to the lower bars . -
Page 11: Step 2 - Grass Collector Assembly
Assembly Step 2 - Grass Collector Assembly Customer Helpline 08456 400 800... -
Page 12: Extension Lead
Assembly Step 2 - Grass Collector Assembly (continued) 5a. Clip the handle into the top half of the grass box 5b. Align the front ends of the top half and the bottom half of the grass collector box. Clip the two halves together starting at the front. - Page 13 Assembly Extension Lead (continued) Hook the mains cable through the cable strain-release to reduce the strain on the cable fitting as you mow. Customer Helpline 08456 400 800...
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Page 14: Step 3 - Fitting / Removing The Grass Collector
Assembly Step 3 - Fitting / Removing the Grass Collector • Lift the deflector guard • Place the grass collector on the mounting bracket at the back of the lawn mower. Ensure the grass collector fits snugly against the mower deck. •... -
Page 15: Operating Instructions & Tips
Operating Instructions & Tips Setting the Cutting Heights IMPORTANT! Set the cutting height only when the motor is switched off and the power cable has been disconnected. • Turn the mower on its side. • Pull the spring loaded axle forward or backward. •... -
Page 16: On/Off Operation
Operating Instructions & Tips ON/OFF Operation • Connect the mower to your power supply socket. • Before switching on, ensure that the mower is not in contact with any foreign objects. • To switch on, press the safety lock-off button on the handle, then activate the start/stop switch lever . -
Page 17: Operation
Operating Instructions & Tips Operation Before you connect the equipment to the mains supply make sure that the data on the rating plate corresponds to your mains supply. IMPORTANT! Always ensure the on/off switch is working correctly. Do not use if you suspect a fault. Before you perform any repair or maintenance work on the machine, ensure that the blade is not rotating and that the power supply is disconnected. -
Page 18: Mowing Advice
Operating Instructions & Tips Mowing Advice We recommend that you mow in overlapping lines. Only mow with a sharp blade 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. -
Page 19: Maintenance
Maintenance Cleaning & Maintenance Always disconnect the mains power plug before engaging in any 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. •... -
Page 20: Carbon Brushes
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. Carry out the following steps to change the blade: •... -
Page 21: Troubleshooting
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... -
Page 22: Technical Data
Technical Data Technical Data Table Specification Value Voltage 220-240 V ~ 50 Hz Power input 1200W Motor speed 3350min Cutting width 32cm Cutting height adjustment 20, 40, 60 mm; 3 levels Volume of grass collector 30 litres Wheel size 140/140mm LpA sound pressure level 73.5dB(A) K=1.79dB(A) LWA sound power level...