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USER MANUAL 371 PARTNER

Safety Precautions TS3SS NOTE : THIS Manual covers various products. Please read the user instructions carefully to fully identify, assemble and use the features that Bpply to your electric wheeled rotary lanwmower [not used propeny this lawnmower can be dangerous This lawnmouer Can cause SeOus Inury 10 ke operator and others, the wamings and safety instructions must be followed to ensure reasonable fety and efficiency in using this lawnmower. The operator is responsible for following the warning and| fety instructions in this manual and on the lawnmower. Keep the cable away from the blade. Never se the mower unless the grassbox or guards provided by the manufacurer are in the correct position. Explanation of Symbols on the Electric Wheeled Rotary Lawnmower Warning Read the user instructions carefully to make sure you understand all the controls land what they do. JAlways keep the lawnmower on the ground [when mowing. Tittng or lifting the lawnmower may cause stones to be thrown out

Keep bystanders away. Do not mow Iwhilst people especially children or pets lare in the mowing area

[Switch off. Remove plug from mains before adjusting, cleaning or if cable is lentangled or damaged. Keep the cable jaway from the blade Beware of severing toes or hands. Do not jput hands or feet near a rotating blade. Biade continues to rotate after the machine is switched off. Wait until all machine components have completely

S7Ge |stopped betore touching them Do not mow in the rain or leave the lawnmower outdoors while raining General Never allow children or people unfamiliar with these instructions to use the mower. Local regulations may restrict the age of the operator. Only use the lawnmower in the manner and for the functions described in these instructions. Never operate the lawnmower when you are tired, ll or under the influence of alcohol, drugs or medicine: The operator or user is responsible for accidents or hazards ocurring to other people or their property. Electrical

1. The use of a Residual Current Device (R.C.D.) with a

tipping current of not more than 30mA is recommended. Even with a R.C.D. installed 100% safety cannot be guaranteed and safe working practice must be followed at alltimes. Check your R.C.D. every time you use it. Before use, examine cable for damage, replace it if there are signs of damage or ageing. Do not use the lawnmower if the electric cables are damaged or wom immediately disconnect from the mains electricity supply ifthe cable is cut, or the insulation is damaged. Do not touch the electric cable until he electrical supply has been disconnected. Do not repair a cut or damaged cable. Replace it with a new one. (ENGLISH

5. Your extension cable must be uncoiled, coiled cables

can overheat and reduce the efficiency of your mower.

6. Keep cable away from lawnmower, always work

away from the power point mowing up and down, never in circles: Do not pull cable around sharp objects. Always switch off at the mains before disconnecting any plug, cable connector or extension cable.

9. Switch off, remove plug from mains and examine

electric supply cable for damage or ageing before winding cable for storage. Do not repair a damaged cable, replace it with a new one. Use only Electrolux Outdoor Products replacement cable. 10.Always wind cable carefully, avoiding kinking,

11. Never carry the product by the cable.

12. Never pull on the cable to disconnect any of the plugs:

18. Use only on AC mains supply voltage shown on

the product rating label.

14. Our products are double insulated to EN60385.

Under no circumstance should an earth be connected to any part of the product Cables Use only 1.00mm; size cable up to 40 metres length maximum Maximum rai 1.00mm" size cable 10 amps 250 voits AC

1. Mains cables and extensions are available from

your local Electrolux Outdoor Products Approved Service Centre.

2. Only use extension cables specifically designed

for outdoor use. Preparation

1. While using your product always wear substantial

footwear and long trousers.

2. Make sure the lawn is clear of sticks, stones, bones,

wire and debris; they could be thrown by the blade.

3. Before using the machine and after any impact, check

for signs of wear or damage and repair as necessary.

4. Replace worn or damaged blades together with

their fixings in sets to preserve balance. Use

1. Use the lawnmower only in daylight or good

2. Avoid operating your launmower in wet grass,

where feasible Take care in wet grass, you may lose your footing On slopes, be extra careful of your footing and wear non-slip footwear. Mow across the face of slopes, never up and down. Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes.

7. Mowing on banks and slopes can be dangerous.

Do not mow on banks or steep slopes.

8. Do not walk backwards when mowing, you could

trip. Walk, never run. Never cut grass by pulling the mower towards you

10. Switch off before pushing the mower over

surfaces other than grass.

11. Never operate the lawnmower with damaged

guards or without guards in place:

Safety Precautions 12.Keep hands and feet away from the cutting means at all times and especially when switching on the motor. 13.Do not tit lawnmower when the motor is running, except when starting and stopping. In this case, do not tit more than absolutely necessary and lift only the part which is away from the operator. Always ensure that both hands are in the operating position before retuming the appliance to the ground

14. Do not put hands near the grass discharge chute.

15.Never pick up or carry a mower when it is operating or still connected to the mains supply.

16. Remove the plug from the mains

-__ before leaving the mower unattended for any period; - before clearing a blockage: -__ before checking, cleaning or working on the appliance; - if you hit an object. Do not use your lanmower until you are sure that the entire lawnmower is in a safe operating condition: = _ifthe launmower starts to vibrate abnormally. Check immediately. Excessive vibration can cause injury. Maintenance and storage

1. Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to be sure

the lawnmower is in safe working condition.

2. Check the grassbox/grassbag frequently for wear

3. Replace worn or damaged parts for safety.

5. Be careful during adjustment of the lawnmower

to prevent entrapment of the fingers between moving blades and fixed parts of the machine Wheel Assembly Select one of the holes in the mounting plate and note it as the other wheels will need to be adjusted to the same position. (A1)

2. Locate the fixing boit through hole in the hub

cap, wheel and selected hole in mounting plate.

3. Tum the wheel hub in a clockwise direction until the

wheel assembly is securely located to the deck. (A2) Lower Handles Lower Handles - 37cm (B1, B2)

1. Locate 2 screws into the holes in the handles:

2. Using a pozidrive screwdriver, secure the screws

into the lower handles, ensuring the point of the screw stays inside the handle. (81)

3. Insert lower handies, with screws attached, into

the deck and fully tighten screws. (B2) Note: The screw will form its own thread Lower Handles - 42cm (C1, C2)

1. if your product has Cutting Height with levers,

ensure the lever is at the Highest Cut Height before following steps 2 & 3.

2. Insert each side of the lower handies into deck as

shown in Fig C1. Push each side of the handle firmly down until it is located securely into the deck (C2). Insert screw through the washer and into holes using a pozidrive screwdriver and tighten fully into deck as shown in Fig C2.

1. The upper handle should be fixed to the lower

handle using whichever type of kit is provided as shown in Figs D1, D2 and D3.

2. Fit the cables to the handies with the cable ties

provided, making sure the cables are not trapped between the upper and lower handles. [ Grassbox Assembly ] Grassbox Assembly - 37cm.

1. Insert the grassbox handle into the top of one of

the grassbox halves. Press firmly down and forward until the handle clicks into position (E)

2. Turn the grassbox half over and insert screw into

hole (as illustrated in fig E) and tighten fully.

8. Locate grassbox upper into grassbox lower. (F)

Align clips, ensure all clips are correctly located. . Clip the two halves together. . Ensure all clips are securely connected. Grassbox Assembly - 42cm

1. Insert the grassbox handle into the top of one of

the grassbox halves. Press firmly down and forward until the handle clicks into position (E)

2. Turn the grassbox half over and insert screw into

hole (as illustrated in fig E) and tighten fully.

3. Position the two grassbox halves together and press

each location point (61-A] into position without fully

connecting the clips. When the location points are matched correctly firmly press the grassbox together until all clips are securely connected.(G1-B, G2) 87cm, 42cm

1. To attach the grassbox to your lawnmower, lift the

safety flap (H) and make sure the discharge chute is clean and free from debris.

2. Locate fully assembled grassbox onto 2 location

points at the rear of the deck. (H) Locate safety flap onto the top of the grassbox. Ensure the grassbox is securely located + Removal is the reverse procedure. Please Note Ensure no gap remains between the safety flap and the grassbox/bag + Where grass collection is not required you can use the lawnmower without the grassbox/bag. Ensure the safety flap is fully closed

2. Form loop in mains cable and push the loop

3. To secure, position loop over the hook and pull

cable back through the slot. (J3) Cable Restraint (K1, K2, K3) Connect female extension cable connector to the back of the switchbox. (K1) Form loop in mains cable and push the loop through the slot. (K2)

3. To secure, position loop over the hook and pull

the cable back through the slot(K3) ENGLISH

The switchbox is provided with a lock-off button to prevent accidental starting. To Start Your Lawnmower. (L1, L2, L3)

1. Press and hold the lock off button on the

switchbox,(L1) then squeeze the Star/Stop lever towards the upper handle (L2).

2. Continue to squeeze the start/stop lever and

release the lock-off button (La). To Start your Lawnmower (M1, M2, M3) Connect plug to mains and switch on.

2. Tilt the handle downwards to slightiy raise the

front of the lawnmower and to reduce the risk of lawn damage whilst starting,

3. Press and hold the lock-off button (M1) on the

switchbox, then squeeze one of the Star/Stop levers towards the upper handle (M2) Continue to squeeze the start/stop lever towards the upper handle and release the lock-off button (MS).

5. Lower the lawnmower to its proper operating

position and commence mowing To Stop Your Lawnmower.

1. Release the pressure of the Star/Stop lever.

NOTE (M1, M2, M3) There are two start/stop levers fitted. Either one can be used for starting the lawnmower. IMPORTANT. Do not use the start/stop levers intermittently

How to Mow Start mowing he edge of he lawn nearest 10 he power point so that the cable is laid out on the lawn you have already cut (N).

2. Mow twice a week in the growing season, your lawn

will suffer if more that one third of its length is cut at one time and this may also result in poor collection. Please Note Do not overload your Lawnmower When mowing in long thick grass a first ut with the cutting height adjusted to its highest setting, see Cutting Height, will help reduce motor overload and will help prevent damage to your lawnmower. Cutting Height (Without Levers) your lawnmower has wheel hubs as iustrated in Fig PA, the height of cut is adjusted by following steps P1-P3. T._ Remove the wheel by turning the wheel hub in an anticlockwise direction (P1) and relocate in new hole (P2) tuning the wheel hub in a clockwise direction to tighten (P3).. Repeat for other wheels adjusting to the same position Cutting Height (With Levers) Levers Filed, Lowest Cut Heïght - (02,4) Levers Fitted, Highest Cut Height - (03,5) Levers Fitted, Semi Central - (Q6) Levers Fitted, Central (Q7) If you have levers fitted to the wheel do not attempt to unscrew the wheel hub. Use the levers to alter the height of cut.

1. Tyou have Height of Cut levers (Figs. Q), the

height of cut is altered by pulling the adjustment lever away from the location slots and moving to the selected position (Q1).

2. If your electric wheeled rotary is fitted with more

than one lever then these must be adjusted to the same position (Figs. Q2 - Q6) Please Note : Your electric wheeled rotary may be fitted with a mixture of cutting heights. Cutting System Always handie the blade with care - sharp edges could cause injury. USE GLOVES. Renew your metal blade after 50 hours mowing or 2 years whichever is the sooner - regardiess of condition. H the blade is cracked or damaged replace it with a new one. Never use a blade bolt if the insulated head is damaged cracked or missing. Removing the Blade and Fan

1. To remove the blade boit, hold the fan firmiy and

with the spanner provided loosen the blade boit by turning it anti-clockwise (R).

2. Remove the blade bol, blade, and fan.

3. Inspect for damage and clean as necessary.

Fitting the Blade and Fan

1. Ensure the fan is located correctly.(S)

2. Fitthe blade to the fan with the sharp edges

pointing away from the fan.

3. Re-assemble blade bol through blade and fan.

4. Hold the fan firmiy and tighten blade boit firmlÿ

with a spanner. Do not over tighten. Cleaning

IMPORTANT - USE GLOVES

Never use water for cleaning your lawnmower. Do not clean with chemical, including petrol, or solvents - some can destroy critical plastic parts.

1. Remove grass from under the deck with a

2. Using a soft brush - remove grass clippings from

all air intakes (U), the discharge chute and the grass box.

3. Remove the blade to gain access to the fan and

clean with a soft brush.(V)

4. Wipe over the surface of your lawnmower with a

dry cloth. Caring Atthe End of the Mowing Season

2. Clean your lawnmower thoroughly. Do not clean

with chemicals, including petrol or solvents - some can destroy critical plastic parts. (ENGLISH

8. Ask your local Service Centre to clean the air

filter thoroughly and carry out any service or repairs required.

4. Make sure that the electric cable is coiled properly.

Storing your Lawnmower: Store in a dry place where your lawnmower is protected from damage.

Fault Finding Hints Fails to Operate

1. IS the Power Turned On?

2. Check the fuse in the plug, if blown replace.

3. Fuse continues to blow?

Immediately disconnect from the mains electricity supply and consult your local approved Service Centre. Poor Grass Collection

1. Disconnect from the mains electricity supply.

2. Clean the outside of the air intakes, the

discharge chute and the underside of the deck.

3. Clean the outside of the Air Filters. (Ask your local

service centre to clean your air fikter thoroughly).

4. Clean Fan Blades.

5. If poor collection persists.

Immediately disconnect from the mains electricity supply and consult your local approved Service Centre. Excessive Vibration

1. Disconnect from the mains electricity supply.

2. Check that the blade is fitted correctly?

3. Ifthe blade is damaged or worn, replace it with a

4. f vibration persists, turn the blade through 1800

by first loosening the blade bolt, turning the blade and re-tightening the blade boit.

5. 1f vibration persists?

Immedi tely disconnect from the mains ity supply and consult your local approved Service Centre. Service Recommendations ] Your product is uniquely identified by a silver and black product rating label. + We strongly recommend that your product is serviced at least every twelve months, more often in a professional application. [ Guarantee and Guarantee Policy ] any part is found to be defective due to fauhy manufacture within the guarantee period, Electrolux Outdoor Products, through its Authorised Service Repairers will effect the repair or replacement to the customer free of charge providing: (a) The faut is reported direct to the Authorised Repairer. (b) Proof of purchase is provided. c) The fault is not caused by misuse, neglect or fautty adjustment by the user. (a) The failure has not occurred through fair wear and tear. {e) The machine has not been serviced or repaired, taken apart or tampered with by any person not authorised by Electrolux Outdoor Products . {The machine has not been used for hire. (g) The machine is owned by the original purchaser. {h) The machine has not been used outside of the country for which it was specified (The machine has not been used commercially. “This guarantee is additional to, and in no way diminishes the customers statutory rights. Failures due to the following are not covered, therefore it is important that you read the instructions contained in this Operators Manual and understand how to operate and maintain your machine: Failures not covered by guarantee *__ Replacing wo or damaged blades. Failures as a result of not reporting an initial faut Failures as a result of sudden impact. Failures as a result of not using the product in accordance with the instructions and recommendations contained in this Operators Manual. Machines used for hire are not covered by this guarantee The following items listed are considered as wearing parts and their life is dependent on regular maintenance and are, therefore not normally subject to a valid warranty claim: Blades, Electric Mains cable: Caution! Electrolux Outdoor Products does not accept liability under the warranty for defects caused in whole or part, directly or indirectiy by the fitting of replacement parts or additional parts that are not either manufactured or approved by Electrolux Outdoor Products, or by the machine having been modified in any way [ Environmental Information Electrolux Outdoor Products are manufactured under an Environmental Management System (ISO 14001) using, where practical, components manufactured in the most environmentally responsible manner, according to company procedures, and with the potential for recycling at the end of the products’ life: + Packaging is recyclable and plastic components have been labelled (where practical) for categorised recycling, + Awareness of the environment must be considered when disposing of ‘end-of-life' product. I necessary, contact your local authority for disposal information.

The symbol! on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product may not be treated as household waste. Instead it shall be handed over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product. For more detailed information about recycling of this product, please contact your local council office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product. ENGLISH - 4