46.9 Li SP - Lawn mower AL-KO - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL 46.9 Li SP AL-KO

LpA = 82,0dB(A), K=3dB(A) LpA = 82,0dB(A), K=3dB(A) LpA = 81,5dB(A), K=3dB(A)

1.2 Legends and signal words ................. 28

2.4 Safety and protective devices ............ 28

3.4 Safety notes for rechargeable battery

and charger ........................................ 34 4 Installation................................................ 34 5 Start-up .................................................... 35

5.1 Charging the rechargeable battery

(05)..................................................... 35

5.2 Determining the charge status of the

rechargeable battery (07)................... 35

5.3 Inserting and pulling out the re-

chargeable battery (08) ...................... 36

5.4 Switching the power supply on and

6.2 Starting and stopping the motor (11).. 37

6.3 Mowing with grass catcher (12, 13) ... 37

6.4 Starting and stopping the wheel drive

(14)..................................................... 38

6.5 Mulching with mulching insert [46.9 Li

8.2 Cleaning the appliance and mower

mechanism ......................................... 39

8.3 Checking and renewing the cutting

blade................................................... 39

8.4 Adjusting the Bowden cable of the

11.1 Storing the rechargeable battery

lawnmower (18) .................................. 42

11.2 Storing the rechargeable battery and

• charging unit p. 42
• 12 Disposal p. 43
• 13 After-Sales / Service p. 43
• 14 Guarantee p. 44
• 15 Translation of the original EU/EC decla- ration of conformity p. 44

1 ABOUT THESE OPERATING

The German version is the original operating instructions. All additional language versions are translations of the original operating in- structions.

Always safeguard these operating instruc- tions so that they can be consulted if you need any information about the appliance.

Only pass on the appliance to other persons together with these operating instructions.

Comply with the safety and warning informa- tion in these operating instructions.GB 28 42.9 Li – 42.9 Li SP – 46.9 Li SP Product description

1.1 Symbols on the title page

Symbol Meaning It is essential to read through these operating instructions carefully be- fore start-up. This is essential for safe working and trouble-free han- dling. Operating instructions

Handle Li-Ion rechargeable batter- ies with care! In particular, observe the notes on transport, storage and disposal in these operating instruc- tions!

1.2 Legends and signal words

DANGER! Denotes an imminently dangerous situa- tion which will result in fatal or serious injury if not avoided. WARNING! Denotes a potentially dangerous situa- tion which can result in fatal or serious injury if not avoided. CAUTION! Denotes a potentially dangerous situa- tion which can result in minor or moder- ate injury if not avoided. IMPORTANT! Denotes a situation which can result in material damage if not avoided. NOTE Special instructions for ease of under- standing and handling. 2 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

This machine is intended for the non-commercial mowing of lawns, and must only be used on dry grass. Any use not in accordance with this designated use shall be regarded as misuse. Only work with the appliance when it is fully assembled. This appliance is intended solely for use in non- commercial applications. Any other use (as well as unauthorised conversions or add-ons) are re- garded as contrary to the intended use and will result in exclusion of the warranty as well as loss of conformity (CE mark); the manufacturer will thus decline any responsibility for damage and/or injury suffered by the user or third parties.

2.2 Possible foreseeable misuse

The tool is designed neither for commercial use in public parks and sports facilities, nor for use in farming and forestry.

Do not use the appliance in the rain or on wet grass.

Safety devices must not be dismantled or by- passed.

Even during correct use of the appliance, there is always a certain residual risk that cannot be ex- cluded. Depending on the use, the following po- tential risks can be derived from the type and construction of the appliance:

Throwing out of cuttings, soil and small stones.

Inhalation of cuttings particles if no breathing protection is worn.

Lacerations from reaching into the rotating cutting blade.

2.4 Safety and protective devices

WARNING! Risk of injury Defective and disabled safety and pro- tective devices can lead to serious inju- ry.

Have any defective safety and pro- tective devices repaired.

Never disable safety and protective devices. Key switch with safety key The appliance is equipped with a safety key to prevent unintentional switching on. The safety key must always be removed after switching off and prior to maintenance work.442482_a 29 Product description Operator presence control The appliance is equipped with an operator pres- ence control. In an emergency, simply release the operator presence control. The motor and mower mechanism are stopped. Start button To be able to switch on the motor using the oper- ator presence control, the start button must be pressed beforehand. Baffle The baffle offers protection against e.g. cutting particles and stones which can be flung out.

2.5 Symbols on the appliance

Symbol Meaning Pay special attention when handling this product! Read the operating instructions be- fore starting operation! Danger due to objects being thrown out! Keep other people out of the danger area. Keep your hands and feet away from the mower mechanism. Always remove the safety key be- fore working on the appliance. The cutting blade continues running for a short while after the appliance has been switched off. Only touch the cutting blade once all parts of the appliance have come to a stop. Do not use the appliance in the rain or store it in the open air. Symbol Meaning Not applicable, used only with elec- tric or petrol mowers. Not applicable, used only with elec- tric or petrol mowers. Not applicable, used only with elec- tric or petrol mowers. Not applicable, used only with elec- tric or petrol mowers.

NOTE The rechargeable battery and charger are only included in the scope of supply of specific article numbers; refer to the technical data at the front of these oper- ating instructions. A mulching insert can be purchased as an acces- sory for model 46.9 Li SP.

2.7 Product overview (01)

The product overview (01) provides an overview of the appliance. No. Component 01/1 Start button 01/2 Operator presence control 01/3 Handlebar 01/4 Engagement bar for wheel drive* 01/5 Grass catcher 01/6 Mower mechanism 01/7 Rechargeable battery compartment 01/8 Cutting height adjustment 01/9 Baffle 01/10 Fill-level indicator 01/11 Rechargeable battery charger**GB 30 42.9 Li – 42.9 Li SP – 46.9 Li SP Safety instructions No. Component 01/12 Rechargeable battery** 01/13 Safety key for key switch in the re- chargeable battery compartment 01/14 Mulch insert***

• With 42.9 Li SP and 46.9 Li SP only. ** Depending on article number, see technical data. *** Available as an accessory for 46.9 Li SP. 3 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS DANGER! Danger of fatal injury and danger of extremely severe injury! Lack of knowledge of the safety instruc- tions and operating instructions can lead to extremely serious and even fatal inju- ry.

Observe all safety instructions and instructions for use in these operat- ing instructions as well the operating instructions which are referred to be- fore you start using the appliance.

Keep all supplied documents in a safe place for future reference.

3.1 Safety instructions for

Read the operating instruc- tions carefully. Familiarise yourself with the control devic- es and the correct use of the appliance.

Never allow children or other persons who are not familiar with the operating instructions to use the lawnmower.

Children should be super- vised so that they do not play with the appliance.

Cleaning and maintenance must not be carried out by children.

This appliance can be used by persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or those lacking experience and knowledge, if they are supervised or have been instructed with regard to the safe use of the appliance and the ensuing risks.

Never mow when there is anyone, especially children or animals, in the vicinity.

Remember that the user is re- sponsible for accidents involv- ing other persons or their property.

Do not operate the appliance if you are under the influence of alcohol, drugs or medica- tion.

3.1.2 Preparatory measures

Always wear sturdy shoes and long trousers when oper- ating the appliance. Do not operate the appliance when barefoot or wearing light san- dals. Avoid wearing loose clothing or clothing with dan- gling cords or belts.442482_a 31 Safety instructions

Check the area where the ap- pliance is being used and re- move any objects that could be picked up and flung out by the appliance.

Before using the appliance, always check if the cutting blades, fastening bolts and the entire mowing unit are worn or damaged. Worn or damaged cutting blades and fastening bolts must only be replaced as a set to avoid un- balance. Worn or damaged in- formation signs must be re- placed.

Only mow during daylight hours or with good artificial lighting.

Always make sure that you have a good standing position on slopes.

Only operate the appliance at walking pace.

Mow across the slope, never up or down.

Be especially careful when changing the direction of trav- el on a slope.

Do not mow on very steep slopes.

Be especially careful when re- versing or pulling the lawn- mower towards you.

Stop the cutting blade(s) if the lawnmower needs to be tilted for transport over areas other than grass and when the lawnmower is being moved to and from the area to be mowed.

Never use the appliance with damaged protective devices or protective grilles or without mounted protective devices, e.g. baffle plates and/or grass catcher. Damaged protective devices and covers must be replaced, missing protective devices and covers must be correctly fitted.

Start the engine with care and in accordance with the manu- facturer's instructions. Ensure that your feet are at a suffi- cient distance from the cutting blade(s).

When starting the engine, do not tilt the lawnmower unless the lawnmower needs to be raised during the process. In this case, tilt it only as far as is absolutely necessary and only lift up the side facing away from the user.GB 32 42.9 Li – 42.9 Li SP – 46.9 Li SP Safety instructions

Do not start the engine when standing in front of the dis- charge channel.

Never put your hands or feet on or under rotating parts. Al- ways keep away from the ejection opening.

Never lift or carry the appli- ance with the engine running.

Switch off the engine and re- move the safety key. Make sure that all moving parts have come to a complete stop:

whenever you leave the lawnmower,

before removing blockages or clogging in the discharge channel,

before inspecting, cleaning or working on the lawn- mower,

after encountering a foreign object. Check for damage to the lawnmower and carry out the necessary repairs before restarting and work- ing with the lawnmower.

An immediate check is re- quired if the lawnmower starts to vibrate in an unusual way:

Carry out the necessary re- pairs of damaged parts.

Make sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are firmly tightened.

Do not work with the appli- ance in bad weather condi- tions, especially when it is raining or when thunder- storms are approaching.

3.1.4 Maintenance and

Make sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are tightened and the appliance is in a safe working condition.

Regularly check the grass catcher for wear or loss of functional capability.

Replace worn or damaged parts due to safety reasons.

On appliances fitted with sev- eral cutting blades, note that the movement of one cutting blade can cause the other cut- ting blades to rotate.

When adjusting the appliance, make sure that your fingers are not trapped between mov- ing cutting blades and station- ary parts of the appliance.

Allow the engine to cool down before storing the appliance.

When maintaining the cutting blades, be aware that the cut- ting blades can be moved442482_a 33 Safety instructions even when the power supply is switched off.

Replace worn or damaged parts due to safety reasons. Only use original spare parts and accessories.

Danger due to vibration The actual magnitude of the vibration emissions during the use of the appliance may de- viate from that stated by the manufacturer. Observe the following influencing factors before or during use:

Is the appliance being used as intended?

Is the material being cut or processed in the proper manner?

Is the appliance in a proper condition of use?

Is the cutting tool properly sharpened or is the correct cutting tool installed?

Are the handle grips and any optional vibration grips mounted, and are they firmly attached to the appli- ance?

Only operate the tool at the motor speed required for the respective work. Avoid using the maximum speed in order to reduce noise and vibra- tions.

The noise and vibrations of the tool may increase due to improper use and mainte- nance. This leads to health damage. In this case, immedi- ately switch off the tool and have it repaired by an autho- rised service workshop.

The degree of stress due to vibration depends on the work to be performed or on the use of the tool. Estimate the stress and plan appropriate work breaks. This considerably re- duces stress due to vibration over the entire working time.

Extensive use of the tool ex- poses the operator to vibra- tions, which can lead to circu- latory issues ("white fingers"). To avoid this risk, wear gloves and keep your hands warm. If any symptoms of "white fin- gers" occur, immediately con- sult a physician. These symp- toms include: Numbness, loss of feeling, tingling, itching, pain, reduced muscular strength, changes in the co- lour or condition of the skin. Normally these conditions af- fect the fingers, hands or pulse. The risk increases at low temperatures.GB 34 42.9 Li – 42.9 Li SP – 46.9 Li SP Installation

Take long breaks during your working day so you can re- cover from the noise and the vibrations. Plan your work in such a way that the use of ap- pliances that generate strong vibrations is spread over sev- eral days.

If you notice an unpleasant sensation or discolouration of the skin on your hands when using the tool, stop work im- mediately. Take sufficient work breaks. Without suffi- cient breaks, a hand/arm vi- bration syndrome can occur.

Minimise your risk of being exposed to vibrations. Main- tain the tool according to the instructions in the operating instructions.

If the tool is used frequently, contact your dealer to pur- chase anti-vibration accesso- ries (e.g. handles).

Avoid working with the tool at temperatures below 10°C. Define how the vibration load can be limited in a work plan.

A certain level of noise exposure from this appliance is inevitable. Carry out noisy work at ap- proved and specified time peri- ods. Observe rest periods as necessary and restrict the dura- tion of the work to a minimum. For your personal protection and protection of persons in the vi- cinity, appropriate hearing pro- tection must be worn.

3.4 Safety notes for

rechargeable battery and charger Heed the safety instructions for the rechargeable battery and for the charging unit in the separate operating instructions. See:

Operating instructions 441633: charger C130Li (C05-4230) 4 INSTALLATION Assembly: see images (02) to (04). WARNING! Danger if assembly is not carried out completely! Operation of an incompletely assembled appliance can result in serious injury.

Only operate the appliance when it is fully assembled.

Do not insert the battery into the ap- pliance until it is fully assembled.

Check that all safety and protective devices are in place and functioning correctly before switching on.442482_a 35 Start-up 5 START-UP

5.1 Charging the rechargeable battery (05)

NOTE The rechargeable battery and charger are only included in the scope of supply of specific article numbers; refer to the technical data at the front of these oper- ating instructions. The following li-ion rechargeable batteries and charging units from AL-KO can be used: Product Designation Item no. Li-ion re- chargeable battery B150 Li (B05-3640) 113280 Li-ion re- chargeable battery B200 Li (B05-3650) 113524 Charging unit C130 Li (C05-4230) 113281 The rechargeable battery is partially charged. Fully charge the rechargeable battery before us- ing it for the first time. The rechargeable battery can be charged in any charge status. Interrupting charging does not damage the rechargeable bat- tery. NOTE For detailed information, heed the sepa- rate operating instructions for the re- chargeable battery and for the charging unit. CAUTION! Danger of fire during charging! Due to heating of the charger, there is a danger of fire if it is placed on an inflam- mable surface and is not adequately ventilated.

Always use the charger on a non-in- flammable surface or in a non-com- bustible environment.

1. Insert the rechargeable battery (05/1) in the

charging unit (05/2) and plug the power plug (05/3) into the power outlet. The charging process begins and the LED for indicating the operating status (05/4) flashes green.

2. Observe the LED (05/4). The charging pro-

cess takes approx. 1.5 – 2.0hours until fully charged. The charging process ends auto- matically when the rechargeable battery is fully charged. The LED (05/4) then lights per- manently green.

3. Disconnect the power plug (05/3) when the

LED (05/4) permanently lights green.

4. Press and hold the engaging button on the

bottom of the rechargeable battery.

5. Pull the rechargeable battery (05/1) out of the

charging unit (05/2). Status displays on the charging unit (06) The LED (06/1) on the charging unit indicates the charge status of the rechargeable battery and the operating condition of the charging unit. The sym- bols (06/2) on the charging unit indicate these states: Symbol LED and charge status LED lights green: The rechargeable battery is fully charged. LED flashes green: The recharge- able battery is charging. LED lights red: There is no recharge- able battery in the charging unit. LED flashes red: The rechargeable battery is too hot and will therefore not charge.

5.2 Determining the charge status of the

rechargeable battery (07) There is a control panel with a pushbutton (07/1) and LED charge status displays (07/2 to 07/5) on the front of the rechargeable battery.

1. Press the pushbutton (07/1). The charge sta-

tus displays light according to the charge sta- tus of the rechargeable battery.

2. To read the charge status, see section

"Charge status displays on the rechargeable battery". Charge status displays on the rechargeable battery LEDs Battery charge level Green (07/2) Rechargeable battery is fully charged, i.e. to 100 %. Green (07/3) Rechargeable battery is charged to over 50 %.GB 36 42.9 Li – 42.9 Li SP – 46.9 Li SP Operation LEDs Battery charge level Green (07/4) Rechargeable battery is charged to less than 50 %. Red (07/5) The rechargeable battery is fully discharged or the rechargeable battery has been overheated/un- dercooled.

5.3 Inserting and pulling out the

rechargeable battery (08) IMPORTANT! Danger of damage to the recharge- able battery If the rechargeable battery is left in the appliance after use, it may damage the rechargeable battery.

Immediately after use, pull the re- chargeable battery out of the appli- ance and store in a frost-protected area.

Only insert the rechargeable battery in the appliance immediately before starting work. Inserting the battery

1. Open the cover (08/1) of the rechargeable

battery compartment (08/a).

2. Push the rechargeable battery (08/2) into the

rechargeable battery slot from above until it engages (08/b).

3. Close the cover of the rechargeable battery

compartment. Pull out the rechargeable battery

1. Press and hold the unlock button on the re-

2. Pull out the rechargeable battery (08/2).

5.4 Switching the power supply on and

off(09) The safety key for the key switch in the recharge- able battery compartment can be used to switch the power supply for the entire appliance on and off. WARNING! Risk of injury Unintentional switching on can lead to serious injuries.

Each time before work breaks and maintenance work: switch off the ap- pliance and remove the safety key. Switching on the power supply

1. Fold open (09/a) the cover (09/1) of the re-

chargeable battery compartment.

2. Insert (09/b) the safety key (09/2). The appli-

ance is supplied with operating voltage, but does not yet begin to operate.

3. Close the cover of the rechargeable battery

4. Switch on the appliance: Start the motor see

chapter 6.2 "Starting and stopping the motor

(11)", page37. Switching off the power supply

1. Remove the safety key (09/2).

2. Immediately after use, pull the rechargeable

battery out of the appliance, charge and store in a frost-protected area. Only insert the re- chargeable battery in the appliance immedi- ately before the next use. 6 OPERATION WARNING! Danger if assembly is not carried out completely! Operation of an incompletely assembled appliance can result in serious injury.

Only operate the appliance when it is fully assembled.

Do not insert the battery into the ap- pliance until it is fully assembled.

Check that all safety and protective devices are in place and functioning correctly before switching on.442482_a 37 Operation

6.1 Setting the cutting height (10)

CAUTION! Danger of lacerations Danger of lacerations when reaching in- to the running mower mechanism.

Only adjust the cutting height when the motor is switched off and the mower mechanism is stationary.

1. Press the release lever (10/1) outwards

slightly (10/a) and hold it.

For short grass, push the lever towards the front wheel (10/b), minimum level1: 3cm

For longer grass, push the lever towards the rear wheel (10/c), maximum level6: 7.5cm

2. Release the lever until it engages at the re-

6.2 Starting and stopping the motor (11)

IMPORTANT! Danger of damage to the appliance The motor and blade system can be damaged by consecutively switching on and off briefly several times.

Only switch the motor on when the mower mechanism has stopped. Starting the motor

1. Press the start button (11/1) and hold (11/a).

2. Pull the operator presence control (11/2) to-

wards the handlebar (11/3) (11/b). Starting the motor and mower mechanism.

3. Release the start button (11/1) and hold the

operator presence control (11/2). NOTE The operator presence control does not lock in place. Hold it tight against the handlebar during the entire working peri- od. Stopping the engine

1. Release the operator presence control (11/2).

It automatically moves to its initial position. The motor stops immediately. The mower mech- anism keeps running until it stops. CAUTION! Danger of lacerations There is a danger of lacerations when reaching into the mower mechanism while it is running on.

Wait until the mower mechanism has stopped.

6.3 Mowing with grass catcher (12, 13)

The appliance can be operated with and without a grass catcher. Hooking in the grass catcher

1. Stop the motor see chapter 6.2 "Starting and

4. Release the impact flap.

Checking the fill level (13) The cloth (13/1) for the fill level indicator arches upwards due to the air flow when mowing (13/a). When the grass catcher is full, the cloth lowers. The grass catcher must be emptied. Unhooking and emptying the grass catcher CAUTION! Danger of lacerations Danger of lacerations when reaching in- to the running mower mechanism.

Only remove the grass catcher when the mower mechanism has stopped. NOTE When emptying the grass catcher, also clean the discharge holes of the fill level indicator so that it continues to function properly.

1. Stop the motor see chapter 6.2 "Starting and

3. Lift the grass catcher (12/2) out and remove

4. Empty the grass catcher.

5. Clean the discharge holes (13/2) beneath the

fill level indicator cloth.

6. Hook in the grass catcher (see above).GB

38 42.9 Li – 42.9 Li SP – 46.9 Li SP Work instructions

6.4 Starting and stopping the wheel drive

(14) NOTE The wheel drive can only be started with the motor running. Switching on the wheel drive

1. Switch on the appliance and start the motor.

2. Press the engagement bar for the wheel

drive (14/1) against the handlebar (14/2) and hold (14/a). The engagement bar for the wheel drive does not engage. Stopping the wheel drive

1. Release the engagement bar for the wheel

drive (14/1) (14/b). It automatically moves to its initial position.

6.5 Mulching with mulching insert [46.9 Li

SP] (15, 16) When mulching, the cuttings are not collected but remain on the lawn. The mulch protects the ground from drying out and supplies it with nutri- ents. The best results are achieved through regu- larly cutting back by approx. 2cm. Only new grass with soft leaf tissue rots quickly.

Grass height before mulching: max. 8cm

Grass height after mulching: min. 4cm NOTE Adjust the stepping speed of the mulch- ing, do not go too quickly. Installing the mulching insert CAUTION! Danger of lacerations Danger of lacerations when reaching in- to the running mower mechanism.

Switch off the appliance and remove the safety key before inserting or re- moving the mulching insert.

1. Switch off the appliance: turn the safety key

2. Wait until the mower mechanism has

3. Remove the grass collector.

4. Lift the baffle (15/1) and insert the mulching

insert (15/2) in the discharge channel (15/3) (15/a). The locking mechanism must engage. IMPORTANT! Danger of damage to the appliance If the mulching insert does not engage, the mulching insert and mower mecha- nism can be damaged.

Make sure that the locking mecha- nism engages. Removing the mulching insert

1. Switch off the appliance: turn the safety key

2. Wait until the mower mechanism has

4. Release the locking mechanism (16/1) on the

7 WORK INSTRUCTIONS Heed the safety instructions (Safety instructions). NOTE Comply with the local regulations as to when a lawnmower can be operated.

Watch out for objects in the grass and re- move them from the working area.

Only mow when visibility is good.

Only mow with a sharp cutting blade.

Only control the appliance by the handlebar.

Only move the appliance at walking speed.

Always move the appliance across the slope. Do not mow up or down the slope, or on slopes with a gradient of more than 10°. Ex- ercise particular care when changing direc- tion. Cutting performance or operating time of the rechargeable battery

The cutting performance or the area that can be mown depends on the properties of the grass. Factors such as the length of the grass, the grass density, the selected cutting height and wet grass affect the cutting perfor- mance.

Optimum operating time is achieved by fre- quent mowing and keeping the grass short.

Frequently switching the lawnmower on and off during the mowing process reduces the cutting performance as does a non-fully charged rechargeable battery.442482_a 39 Maintenance and care

Starting the wheel drive reduces the cutting performance or the operating time of the re- chargeable battery.

To optimise cutting performance, it is recom- mended to mow the grass often, to set a high cutting height and to move the appliance at walking speed.

Cutting performance in m² with 100% re- chargeable battery charge:

NOTE To prolong the operating time, an addi- tional rechargeable battery can be pur- chased. Tips for mowing

Maintain a constant cutting height of 3–5 cm; do not mow the grass to less than half its original height.

Do not overload the lawnmower. If the motor speed drops noticeably because of long, thick grass, increase the cutting height and mow in several passes.

Wind and sun can dry out the lawn after mowing so it is better to mow in the late after- noon.

8 MAINTENANCE AND CARE

WARNING! Danger of lacerations Danger of cutting injuries when reaching into sharp-edged, moving appliance parts and into cutting tools.

Before maintenance, care and cleaning work, always switch off the appliance. Remove the recharge- able battery.

Always wear protective gloves during maintenance, care and clean- ing work.

8.1 Regular maintenance work

Make sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are tightened and the appliance is in a safe work- ing condition.

Check the grass collector regularly for correct operation and wear.

8.2 Cleaning the appliance and mower

mechanism IMPORTANT! Danger from water Water in the appliance causes short-cir- cuits and destroys electrical compo- nents.

Do not spray the appliance with wa- ter.

Only use a broom or a brush for cleaning.

1. Stop the motor (see chapter 6.2 "Starting and

stopping the motor (11)", page37).

2. Pull out the rechargeable battery.

3. Unhook the grass catcher.

4. Tip the appliance onto the side and clean the

mower mechanism with a broom or brush.

8.3 Checking and renewing the cutting

blade WARNING! Severe injuries due to blade parts be- ing flung out A worn, cracked or damaged cutting blade can break, and its parts can be- come dangerous projectiles.

Regularly check the cutting blade for damage.

Do not use the lawnmower if the cut- ting blade is worn or damaged.

Only have blunt or damaged cutting blades sharpened or replaced by an AL-KO service centre or an autho- rised specialist company.

To avoid vibrations, the cutting blade and blade bolt must always be replaced together.

Resharpened cutting blades must be bal- anced. Unbalanced cutting blades cause strong vibrations and damage the appliance.

8.4 Adjusting the Bowden cable of the

wheel drive (optional) (17) If the wheel drive can no longer be switched on with the motor running, the Bowden cable has become too long and must be tightened.GB 40 42.9 Li – 42.9 Li SP – 46.9 Li SP Help in case of malfunction CAUTION! Risk of injury Sharp-edged and moving appliance parts (e.g. cutting blade) as well as a suddenly starting lawnmower can lead to injuries.

Only adjust the Bowden cable with the motor switched off.

1. Switch off the appliance and wait until the

mower mechanism has stopped.

2. Turn the adjusting part (17/1) on the Bowden

cable in the direction of the arrow (17/a).

3. To check the setting, start the motor and

switch on the wheel drive.

4. If the wheel drive still does not function, take

the lawn mower to a service centre or an au- thorised specialist company.

WARNING! Risk of injury during repair work Improper repairs can lead to serious in- juries and damage to the appliance.

Repair work may only be carried out by AL-KO service centres or autho- rised specialist workshops. In the following cases, visit the AL-KO service centre:

Motor no longer starts.

Appliance has moved onto an obstruction.

Cutting blade and/or motor shaft are bent.

Appliance vibrates and does not run smooth- ly.

Rechargeable battery has discharged or is damaged.

9 HELP IN CASE OF MALFUNCTION

CAUTION! Risk of injury Sharp-edged and moving appliance parts can lead to injury.

Always wear protective gloves during maintenance, care and clean- ing work. NOTE For malfunctions that are not listed in this table or that you cannot resolve yourself, please contact our customer service. Malfunction Cause Remedy Motor does not run. Safety key is not inserted in the key switch. Insert the safety key in the key switch. Rechargeable battery missing or not seated correctly. Insert the rechargeable battery correctly. Rechargeable battery is flat. Charge the rechargeable battery. Cutting blade is blocked.

Free the blade of obstructions.

Start the appliance on short grass. Cables or switches are defec- tive. Do not operate the tool! Contact an AL-KO service centre. Engine is losing power. Rechargeable battery is flat. Charge the rechargeable battery. Cutting blade is blunt. Have the cutting blades sharpened at an AL-KO service centre. Too much grass in the ejector.

Clean the impact flap. Motor stops during mowing. Cutting blade is blunt. Have the cutting blades sharpened at an AL-KO service centre.442482_a 41 Transport Malfunction Cause Remedy Motor is overloaded. Switch off the appliance, set on level ground or shorter grass and restart. Grass catcher is not filling sufficiently. Grass is wet. Allow the lawn to dry. Grass catcher is clogged. Clean the grid of the grass catcher. Too much grass in the dis- charge channel or housing.

Clean the discharge channel/housing

Correct cutting height Cutting blade is blunt. Have the cutting blades sharpened at an AL-KO service centre. Rechargeable bat- tery operating time is significantly shorter. Cutting height is too low. Set a higher cutting height. Grass is too long or too wet. Allow the grass to dry and set a higher cut- ting height. Mowing speed is too high.

Reduce the mowing speed

Clean the discharge channel/housing, the cutting blade must rotate freely. Grass catcher is full. Empty the grass catcher and clean the dis- charge channel. The service life of the re- chargeable battery has ex- pired. Replace the rechargeable battery. Only use genuine accessories from the manufacturer. Rechargeable bat- tery cannot be charged. Rechargeable battery contacts are dirty. Clean the rechargeable battery contacts with a non-metallic object and spray with a contact spray. Important: Do not short-circuit the re- chargeable battery contacts with a metallic object. Rechargeable battery or charging unit is defective. Order spare parts from AL-KO. Rechargeable battery is too hot. Allow the battery to cool down. 10 TRANSPORT NOTE The nominal energy of the rechargeable battery is more than 100Wh. Therefore, observe the following transport instruc- tions. The li-ion rechargeable battery contained in the appliance is subject to the hazardous goods law, but can be transported under simplified condi- tions:

The rechargeable battery can be transported on public roads by the private user without further conditions provided it is packaged for retail sale and the transport serves personal purposes.

Commercial users who carry out the trans- port in connection with their main activity (e.g. delivery from and to building sites, orGB 42 42.9 Li – 42.9 Li SP – 46.9 Li SP Storage demonstrations) can also take advantage of this simplification. In both cases, it is essential to take the mandato- ry precautions mentioned above to prevent any leakage of the contents. In other cases, it is es- sential to comply with the regulations of the haz- ardous goods law. In the case of non-compli- ance, severe penalties can be imposed on the sender and possibly the transporter. Additional notes on transport and shipment

Only transport or send the li-ion rechargeable battery in an undamaged condition.

For transporting the rechargeable battery, on- ly use the original cardboard box or a suitable hazardous goods cardboard box (not re- quired for rechargeable batteries with a nomi- nal energy less than 100Wh).

Tape off exposed rechargeable battery con- tacts to avoid a short circuit.

Secure the rechargeable battery against shifting in the packaging to avoid damage to the rechargeable battery.

Ensure the correct marking and documenta- tion of the shipment for transport or shipping (e.g. by parcel service or freight forwarding).

Check in advance that transport with the se- lected service provider is possible and indi- cate the shipment. We recommend involving a hazardous goods specialist in preparation of the shipment. Also heed any further national regulations. 11 STORAGE Thoroughly clean the appliance after each use and – if present – attach all covers. Store the ap- pliance in a dry, lockable place out of the reach of children.

11.1 Storing the rechargeable battery

lawnmower (18) CAUTION! Risk of injury If the appliance is accessible to children and unauthorised persons during stor- age, this can result in injury.

Store the appliance out of the reach of children and unauthorised per- sons.

Only store the appliance when the rechargeable batteries have been removed.

1. Switch off the appliance: Remove the safety

2. Set the cutting height to the highest level.

3. Pull out the rechargeable battery.

4. Allow the engine to cool down.

5. Thoroughly clean the appliance.

6. Rub a thin coat of oil or silicon onto all metal

parts for corrosion protection.

7. Fold in the handlebar.

8. Store the appliance in a dry, clean location

protected from frost. Cover with a breathable tarpaulin to protect against dust. Do not use plastic film in order to avoid the accumulation of moisture.

11.2 Storing the rechargeable battery and

charging unit DANGER! Danger of explosion and fire! Persons will be fatally or severely injured if the rechargeable battery explodes be- cause it was stored in front of naked flames or heat sources.

Store the rechargeable battery in cool and dry conditions, but not in front of naked flames or heat sourc- es. NOTE When charging, the rechargeable bat- tery is protected from overcharging due to automatic detection of the charge sta- tus and thus can remain connected to the charging unit for some time, but not permanently. NOTE Heed the separate operating instructions for the rechargeable battery and for the charging unit.

Store the rechargeable battery in a dry, frost- free place at an ambient temperature be- tween 0 °C and 25°C and a charge state of approx. 40 - 60 %.

Do not store the rechargeable battery in the vicinity of metallic objects or of objects con- taining acid to avoid the risk of short-circuit.442482_a 43 Disposal 12 DISPOSAL Information on the German Electrical and Electronic Equipment Act (ElectroG)

Electrical and electronic appliances do not belong in household waste, but should be collected and disposed of separately.

Used batteries or rechargeable batteries that are not installed permanently in the old appli- ance must be removed before disposal. Their disposal is regulated by the battery law.

Owners or users of electrical and electronic appliances are obliged by law to return them after use.

The end user bears personal responsibility for deleting his personal data from the old ap- pliance to be disposed of. The symbol of the crossed-through rubbish bin means that electrical and electronic appliances may not be disposed of in the household rubbish. Electrical and electronic appliances can be hand- ed in at the following places at no charge:

Public service disposal or collection points (e.g. municipal building yards)

Points of sale of electrical appliances (sta- tionary and online) provided traders are obliged to take them back or offer this volun- tarily. These statements only apply to appliances that are installed and sold in the countries of the Eu- ropean Union and are subject to European Direc- tive 2012/19/EU. Different provisions may apply to the disposal of electrical and electronic appli- ances in countries outside the European Union. Information on the German Battery Act (BattG)

Used batteries and rechargeable bat- teries do not belong in household waste, but should be collected and dis- posed of separately.

For safe removal of batteries or rechargeable batteries from the electrical appliance and for information on their type or chemical system, follow the further information within the oper- ating or installation instructions.

Owners or users of batteries and recharge- able batteries are obliged by law to return them after use. Return is limited to the han- dover of customary household quantities. Used batteries can contain harmful substances or heavy metals that can cause damage to the envi- ronment and human health. Reuse of the used batteries and use of the resources contained therein contributes to the protection of these two essential commodities. The symbol of the crossed-through rubbish bin means that batteries and rechargeable batteries may not be disposed of in household rubbish. In addition, if the symbol Hg, Cd or Pb appears under the rubbish bin, this stands for the follow- ing:

Hg: Battery contains more than 0.0005% mercury

Cd: Battery contains more than 0.002% cad- mium

Pb: Battery contains more than 0.004% lead Rechargeable batteries and batteries can be handed in at the following places at no charge:

Public service disposal or collection points (e.g. municipal building yards)

Points of sale of batteries and rechargeable batteries

Disposal points of the common take-back system for the used batteries of appliances

Disposal point of the manufacturer (if not a member of the common take-back system) These statements apply only to rechargeable bat- teries and batteries that are sold in the countries of the European Union and that are subject to European Directive 2006/66/EU. Different provi- sions can apply to the disposal of rechargeable batteries and batteries in countries outside the European Union. 13 AFTER-SALES / SERVICE In the event of questions of warranty, repair or spare parts, please contact your nearest AL- KOService Centre. These can be found on the Internet at: www.al-ko.com/service-contactsGB 44 42.9 Li – 42.9 Li SP – 46.9 Li SP Guarantee 14 GUARANTEE We will resolve any material or manufacturing faults on the appliance during the legal warranty period for claims relating to faults, in accordance with our choice either to repair or replace. The legal warran- ty period is determined by the legislation of the country in which the appliance was purchased. Our warranty promise applies only if:

These operating instructions are heeded

The appliance is handled correctly

Original spare parts have been used The warranty becomes void in the case of:

Unauthorised repair attempts

Unauthorised technical modifications

Non-intended use The guarantee excludes:

Paint damage that can be attributed to normal wear and tear

Wear parts that are marked with a frame xxxxxx (x) on the spare parts card The guarantee period commences with purchase by the first end user. The date on the proof of pur- chase is decisive. In the event of a guarantee claim, please take this guarantee declaration and the original proof of purchase, and contact your dealer or the nearest authorised customer service centre. This statement does not affect the purchaser's statutory claims for defects against the vendor. 15 TRANSLATION OF THE ORIGINAL EU/EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY We hereby declare, as the exclusive responsible party, that this product in its marketed form conforms to the requirements of the harmonised EU Directives, EU safety standards and the product-specific standards. Product Battery lawnmower Serial number G1043011 Manufacturer AL-KO Geräte GmbH Ichenhauser Str. 14 D-89359 Kötz Germany Duly authorised person for technical file Andreas Hedrich Ichenhauser Str. 14 D-89359 Kötz Germany Type

Sound power level EN ISO 3744 measured/guaranteed

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