R85.1 Li - Tractor AL-KO - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL R85.1 Li AL-KO

(2000 x 848 x 1040) mm ca. 173kg 800W (max. 1300W) Modes: F, N, R Front: 11" X 4.00-5NHS Rear: 13" X 5.00-6NHS 1,0 – 1,4bar max. 6km/h max. 5km/h 81cm 1: 25mm, 2: 31mm, 3: 39mm, 4: 49mm, 5: 61mm, 6: 73mm, 7: 86mm, 8: 100mm, 9: 113mm, 10: 127mm ca. 150l 2800 min

2 x 800W Front: 81EF13020/32F Rear: 81EF13021/32R8 R85.1 Li R85.1Li 0°C – 35°C LpA = 80,1dB(A), K = 3dB(A) Measured: LwA = 93,81dB(A), K = 3dB(A) Guaranteed: LwA = 97dB(A) Left: 2,18m/s

2.2 Legends and signal words ................. 34

3.4 Safety and protective devices ............ 35

4.2 Safety information regarding the re-

chargeable battery ............................. 40

4.3 Safety information regarding the

charging unit....................................... 40 5 Start-up .................................................... 40

5.1 Unpacking the ride-on mower (13,

5.3 Hooking in and removing the grass

5.5 Charging the rechargeable bat-

tery(19 – 21)...................................... 41

5.6 Checking the safety and protective

5.6.2 Checking the seat contact switch. 42

6.1 Adjusting the operator's seat(22)....... 42

6.2 Inserting the mulch insert(23, 24) ...... 42

6.3 Activating/deactivating the parking

brake................................................... 42

6.4 Starting and stopping the ride-on

mower................................................. 42

6.5 Switching the mower mechanism on

6.7 Driving at constant speed ................... 43

6.10 Switching the headlights on and off.... 44

8.2.1 Removing and emptying the

grass catcher ............................... 45

8.2.2 Cleaning the housing and operat-

12.1 Removing the rechargeable battery ... 48

SAFETY WARNINGS WARNING! Read all safety warnings, in- structions, illustrations and specifications provided with this machine. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.

Save all warnings and instructions for fu- ture reference. The term ”machine” in the warnings refers to your mains-operated (corded) machine or battery-op- erated (cordless) machine.

1.1 Work area safety

Keep work area clean and well lit. Clut- tered or dark areas invite accidents.

Do not operate machines in explosive at- mospheres, such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases or dust. Ma- chines create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes.

Keep children and bystanders away while operating a machine. Distractions can cause you to lose control.

1.2 Electrical safety

Machine plugs must match the outlet. Never modify the plug in any way. Do not use any adapter plugs with earthed (grounded) machines. Unmodified plugs and matching outlets will reduce risk of elec- tric shock.

Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces, such as pipes, radia- tors, ranges and refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is earthed or grounded.

Do not expose machines to rain or wet conditions. Water entering a machine will in- crease the risk of electric shock.

Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for carrying, pulling or unplugging the machine. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts. Damaged or entangled cords increase the risk of electric shock.

When operating a machine outdoors, use an extension cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock.

If operating a machine in a damp location is unavoidable, use a residual current de- vice (RCD) protected supply. Use of an RCD reduces the risk of electric shock.

Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a ma- chine. Do not use a machine while you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alco- hol or medication. A moment of inattention while operating machines may result in seri- ous personal injury.

Use personal protective equipment. Al- ways wear eye protection. Protective equip- ment such as dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat or hearing protection used for appropriate conditions will reduce person- al injuries.

Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is in the off-position before con- necting to power source and/or battery pack, picking up or carrying the machine. Carrying machines with your finger on the switch or energising machines that have the switch on invites accidents.

Remove any adjusting key or wrench be- fore turning the machine on. A wrench or a key left attached to a rotating part of the ma- chine may result in personal injury.

Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. This enables bet- ter control of the machine in unexpected situ- ations.

Dress properly. Do not wear loose cloth- ing or jewellery. Keep your hair and cloth- ing away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewellery or long hair can be caught in moving parts.493389_b 33 General electrical machine safety warnings

If devices are provided for the connection of dust extraction and collection facilities, ensure these are connected and properly used. Use of dust collection can reduce dust- related hazards.

Do not let familiarity gained from frequent use of machines allow you to become complacent and ignore machine safety principles. A careless action can cause se- vere injury within a fraction of a second.

1.4 Electrical machine use and care

Do not force the machine. Use the correct machine for your application. The correct machine will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed.

Do not use the machine if the switch does not turn it on and off. Any machine that cannot be controlled with the switch is dan- gerous and must be repaired.

Disconnect the plug from the power source and/or remove the battery pack, if detachable, from the machine before mak- ing any adjustments, changing accesso- ries, or storing machines. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the machine accidentally.

Store idle machines out of the reach of children and do not allow persons unfa- miliar with the machine or these instruc- tions to operate the machine. Machines are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.

Maintain machines and accessories. Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts and any other condition that may affect the ma- chine’s operation. If damaged, have the machine repaired before use. Many acci- dents are caused by poorly maintained ma- chines.

Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Prop- erly maintained cutting tools with sharp cut- ting edges are less likely to bind and are eas- ier to control.

Use the machine, accessories and tool bits etc. in accordance with these instruc- tions, taking into account the working conditions and the work to be performed. Use of the machine for operations different from those intended could result in a hazard- ous situation.

Keep handles and grasping surfaces dry, clean and free from oil and grease. Slip- pery handles and grasping surfaces do not allow for safe handling and control of the ma- chine in unexpected situations.

1.5 Battery machine use and care

Recharge only with the charger specified by the manufacturer. A charger that is suit- able for one type of battery pack may create a risk of fire when used with another battery pack.

Use machines only with specifically des- ignated battery packs. Use of any other bat- tery packs may create a risk of injury and fire.

When battery pack is not in use, keep it away from other metal objects, like paper clips, coins, keys, nails, screws or other small metal objects, that can make a con- nection from one terminal to another. Shorting the battery terminals together may cause burns or a fire.

Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected from the battery; avoid contact. If contact accidentally occurs, flush with water. If liquid contacts eyes, additionally seek medical help. Liquid ejected from the battery may cause irritation or burns.

Do not use a battery pack or tool that is damaged or modified. Damaged or modi- fied batteries may exhibit unpredictable be- haviour resulting in fire, explosion or risk of injury.

Do not expose a battery pack or tool to fire or excessive temperature. Exposure to fire or temperature above 130°C may cause explosion.

Follow all charging instructions and do not charge the battery pack or machine outside the temperature range specified in the instructions. Charging improperly or at temperatures outside the specified range may damage the battery and increase the risk of fire.

Have your machine serviced by a qualified repair person using only identical replace- ment parts. This will ensure that the safety of the machine is maintained.

Never service damaged battery packs. Service of battery packs should only be per- formed by the manufacturer or authorized service providers.GB 34 R85.1 Li About these instructions for use

2 ABOUT THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR

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.

The ride-on mowers are supplied with differ- ent levels of equipment. Please note that the figures may differ from the original. Please contact a specialist workshop or the manu- facturer if you encounter difficulties in follow- ing the descriptions.

2.1 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!

2.2 Legends and signal words

DANGER! Denotes an imminently danger- ous situation which will result in fatal or serious injury if not avoided. WARNING! Denotes a potentially danger- ous situation which can result in fatal or serious injury if not avoided. CAUTION! Denotes a potentially dangerous situation which can result in minor or moderate 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. 3 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

The ride-on mower is intended for mowing in do- mestic gardens and allotments with a max. slope of 12° (21%). Additional applications, such as for mulching, are only permitted if the original acces- sories are used and in compliance with the maxi- mum load values. This trailer is intended solely for use in non-com- mercial 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.

3.2 Possible foreseeable misuse

The ride-on mower is not designed for commer- cial use in public parks, sports grounds, agricul- ture and forestry. WARNING! Dangers due to overloading the ride-on mower! Make sure that the permissi- ble inclines/declines are not exceeded. Exceed- ing these values may exceed the braking capaci- ty of the ride-on mower and lead to dangerous situations! NOTE Bear in mind that the ride-on mower does not have approval for road use, and thus is not allowed to be driven on public roads!

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.493389_b 35 Product description

3.4 Safety and protective devices

WARNING! Danger if protective devices are removed or manipulated! Do not operate with any protective devices removed or manipu- lated. Defective protective devices must be re- paired or renewed immediately! The safety and protective devices mentioned here are components of the safety concept to prevent risks to the user. Due to this safety con- cept, the ride-on mower can only be switched on by turning the safety key under the following con- ditions:

The drive motor is off.

The mower mechanism is switched off.

The user is sitting in the operator's seat.

The driving mode switch is set to N (Neutral). Key-operated rotary switch The ride-on mower can only be switched on when the safety key is inserted into the key-oper- ated rotary switch and turned to green (ON posi- tion) (see chapter 3.8 "Controls(02 – 12)", page37). Mower mechanism contact switch The mower mechanism contact switch ensures that the ride-on mower can only be switched on when the mower mechanism is switched off (see

chapter 5.6.1 "Checking the mower mechanism

contact switch", page42). Seat contact switch The seat contact switch ensures that the ride-on mower cannot be switched on and that the en- gines for the travel drive and mower mechanism are switched off as soon as there is no-one in the operator's seat (see chapter 5.6.2 "Checking the seat contact switch", page42). This safety concept is extended for the mower mechanism engines by the behaviour described in the following "Grass catcher contact switch" section. Grass catcher contact switch The contact switch of the grass catcher ensures that:

The mower mechanism engines cannot be switched on if the grass catcher is not cor- rectly attached.

The mower mechanism engines switch off as soon as the grass catcher is not correctly hooked in when the mower mechanism is switched on. Checking the contact switch: see chapter 5.6.3 "Checking the grass catcher contact switch", page42. Mower deck housing The mower deck housing prevents contact with the cutting blades and objects such as stones be- ing thrown out (see chapter 5.6.4 "Carrying out a visual inspection of the mower deck", page42).

3.5 Symbols on the appliance

Symbol Meaning General warning signs. Pay spe- cial attention when handling this product. Risk of injury due to objects be- ing thrown out! Keep other people, especially children and animals, out of the working area during mowing. Read the operating instructions before starting operation. Wait until the mower mechanism stops before touching it. The mower mechanism continues to run after being switched off and can cause serious injuries. Danger of electric shock from contact with live parts! Keep flexi- ble power lines away from the mower mechanism and other moving machine parts. Keep your hands and feet away from the blade system.GB 36 R85.1 Li Product description Symbol Meaning Before maintenance and repair work, switch off the appliance and remove the safety key. Do not use the appliance in the rain or on wet grass. Do not store the appliance in the open air. Do not spray the equipment with water. Do not carry any passengers. Do not drive on gradients of more than 12° (21%). Do not spray the ride-on lawn- mower and mower mechanism with a garden hose or high-pres- sure cleaner. Wear safety goggles and ear pro- tectors. Symbol Meaning Stop the appliance immediately if an- other person is in the vicinity. Pay special attention when reversing. Symbol Meaning Keep your hands and feet away from the mower mecha- nism.

3.5.2 Operating signs

Symbol Meaning Danger of collision when mowing in reverse! Pay particular atten- tion to the rear surroundings. Align the grass catcher exactly when hooking it in. Drive pedal Brake pedal Locking lever for brake pedal Charging socket Screw the charging plug tight in a clockwise direction after plugging in.

The items listed here are included as standard. Check that all items are present:

Ride-on mower with grass catcher

Battery charger with charging cable and 2 mains cables (EU, UK)

Operating instructions

3.7 Product overview(01)

Item Component 1 Front wheels, steered 2 Bumper 3 Headlights 4 Brake pedal 5 Locking lever for brake pedal 6 Drive pedal 7 Steering wheel 8 Adjusting lever for cutting height 9 Control panel 10 Operator's seat 11 Front carry handle of the grass catcher 12 Rear carry handle of the grass catcher 13 Telescopic lever of the grass catcher 14 Grass catcher 15 Rear wheels, driven 16 Mower deck 17 Mulch insert 18 Charging socket 19 Battery charger with charging cable and 2 mains cables (EU, UK)

3.8 Controls(02 – 12)

Control panel(02) Item Control 1 Push/pull switch for mower mechanism 2 RMO button (see below) 3 LED button (see below) 4 CCS button (see below) 5 Drive mode switch 6 Central status display 7 Key switch Push/pull switch for mower mechanism(03) Item Description 1 Push/pull switch for mower mechanism a Pushing the switch downwards: Switch off mower mechanism. b Pulling the switch upwards: Switch on the mower mechanism. RMO, LED, CCS buttons(04) Item Description 2 RMO: Switch reverse mowing on/off (RMO: Reverse Mowing Mode). 3 LED: Switch headlights on/off (LED: Light Emitting Diode). 4 CCS: Switch on constant speed (CCS: Cruise Control System). Drive mode switch(05) Item Description 1 Drive mode switch 2 LED: Lights up when drive mode F is switched on. 3 Drive mode F: Drive forwards (F: For- ward). 4 Drive mode N: Ride-on mower is station- ary (N: Neutral). 5 Drive mode R: Drive in reverse (R: Re- verse). Central status display(06) When the ride-on mower is ready to drive, all four operating status displays(06/1) to 06/4) light up. Item Display Lights up Does not light up 1 Locking le- ver for brake pedal Brake ped- al released Brake pedal applied 2 Mower mechanism Mower mechanism is switched off Mower mechanism is switched

3 Grass catcher Box closed Box tilted or not properly hooked in.GB 38 R85.1 Li Safety instructions Item Display Lights up Does not light up 4 Fill-level in- dicator Box empty Box full Item Display 5 Left mower mechanism engine speed in [rpm] 6 Charge status display for the recharge- able battery 7 F, N or R drive mode (see above) 8 Total operating time of the ride-on mow- er in [h] 9 Right mower mechanism engine speed in [rpm] Key-operated rotary switch(07) Item Description 1 Safety key 2 Key-operated rotary switch 3 Red (OFF position): Power switched off. 4 Green (ON position): Power switched on. Locking lever for brake pedal(08) Item Description 1 Locking lever for brake pedal a Pushing upwards: Brake pedal applied, i.e. the ride-on mower is stationary. b Pushing downwards: Brake pedal re- leased. Brake pedal(09) Item Description 1 Brake pedal, on the left of the ride-on lawn mower Drive pedal(10) Item Description 1 Drive pedal, on the right of the ride-on lawnmower Adjusting lever for cutting height (11) Item Description 1 Adjusting lever for cutting height a Move the lever to the side to engage and disengage. b Push the lever for adjusting the cutting height up or down (10 steps). Telescopic lever of the grass catcher(12) Item Description 1 Telescopic lever of the grass catcher a Pull out the lever. b Push the lever forwards for emptying. 4 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

4.1 Safety instructions for ride-on mowers

Read the operating instructions carefully. Fa- miliarise yourself with the control devices 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 and teenagers should be super- vised so that they do not play with the ap- pliance.

Cleaning and maintenance must not be carried out by children.

Never mow when there is anyone, especially children or animals, in the vicinity. Keep other people out of the danger area.

Remember that you, as the user, are respon- sible for accidents involving other people or their property. Preparatory measures

Always wear sturdy shoes and long trousers when operating the appliance. Do not oper- ate the appliance when barefoot or wearing light sandals. Avoid wearing loose clothing or clothing with dangling cords or belts.

Check the area where the appliance is being used and remove any objects that could be picked up and thrown out by the appliance (e.g. stones, toys, sticks, wires).493389_b 39 Safety instructions

Before using the appliance, always check if the cutting blades, fastening bolts and the en- tire mowing unit are worn or damaged. Worn or damaged cutting blades and fastening bolts must only be replaced as a set to avoid unbalance. Worn or damaged information signs must be replaced. Handling

Do not mow, or mow with particular care, in difficult terrain where the ride-on mower could tip over, such as slopes, near drop-offs, ditches or embankments, along dykes and nearby landfill sites.

Do not mow on slopes with an inclination that exceeds the slope specified in the technical data. Never drive transversely to the slope.

Be especially careful when changing the di- rection of travel on a slope.

Comply with the permitted operating times in your vicinity.

Only mow during daylight hours or with good artificial lighting.

Do not work with the appliance in bad weath- er conditions, especially when it is raining or when thunderstorms are approaching. No protection against lightning strikes.

Never use the appliance with damaged pro- tective 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, miss- ing protective devices and covers must be correctly fitted.

Never put your hands or feet on or under ro- tating parts.

Do not carry any passengers on the machine.

If possible, avoid using the appliance on wet grass. Wet grass clumps together and can clog the mower mechanism and the dis- charge channel.

Switch off the mower mechanism and raise it to its maximum position to prevent damage when driving over areas that are not to be mowed and which are stony or uneven.

Before leaving and parking the ride-on mow- er, activate the parking brake to prevent it from rolling away.

Switch off the ride-on mower and remove the safety key. Make sure that all moving parts have come to a complete stop:

when leaving the ride-on lawnmower,

before removing blockages or clogging in the discharge channel,

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

after encountering a foreign object. Check for damage to the ride-on mower and carry out the necessary repairs be- fore restarting and working with the ride- on mower.

If the ride-on mower starts to vibrate in an un- usual way, an immediate check is required:

Carry out the necessary repairs of dam- aged parts.

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

Repairs on the machine must be carried out by the manufacturer or by one of its customer service centres.

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

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

Replace worn or damaged parts due to safe- ty reasons.

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

When maintaining the cutting blades, be aware that the cutting blades can be moved even when the power supply is switched off.

Replace worn or damaged parts due to safe- ty reasons. Only use original spare parts and accessories.

The ride-on mower does not have approval for road use and may not be driven on public roads.

This ride-on mower is not allowed to be towed. Use a suitable vehicle for transport on public roads.

The ride-on mower can cause serious injuries due to its dead weight. Take particular care when loading and unloading the ride-on mower to transport it on a vehicle or trailer.GB 40 R85.1 Li Start-up

4.2 Safety information regarding the

rechargeable battery This section mentions all the basic safety instruc- tions to be heeded when using the rechargeable battery. Read these instructions.

Fully charge the rechargeable battery before using it for the first time and always use the specified charger. Comply with the details given in these instructions for use for charging the rechargeable battery.

Do not use the rechargeable battery in envi- ronments where there is a potential risk of explosion and/or fire.

Do not expose the rechargeable battery to moisture and humidity when in use with the appliance.

Protect the rechargeable battery from heat, oil and fire to prevent it being damaged so no vapours and electrolyte liquids can escape. There is a danger of explosion!

Do not open, dismantle or crush the re- chargeable battery. There is a danger of electric shock and short-circuit.

An improperly used and damaged recharge- able battery can cause vapours and electro- lyte liquid to escape. Vent the room ade- quately and in the case of any disorders, con- sult a doctor. If accidental contact with electrolyte liquid oc- curs, flush with water and thoroughly rinse the eyes immediately. Then consult a doctor.

4.3 Safety information regarding the

charging unit This section mentions all the basic safety and warning information to be heeded when using the charging unit. Read these instructions.

Only use the charging unit as designated, i.e. for charging the intended rechargeable bat- teries. Only charge original rechargeable bat- teries from AL-KO in the charging unit.

Before each use, inspect the entire charging unit – and especially the mains cable – for damage. Only use the charging unit when it is in proper working order.

Do not use the charging unit in environments where there is a potential risk of explosion and/or fire.

Only operate the charging unit indoors and do not expose it to moisture and humidity.

Do not cover the charging unit during the charging process.

Before connecting the charging unit, make sure that the mains voltage matches the volt- age stated in the "Technical data".

Only use the mains cable for connecting the charging unit, not for any other purpose. Do not carry the charging unit by the mains cable and do not remove the power plug from the power outlet by pulling on the mains cable.

Protect the mains cable from heat, oil and sharp edges to prevent it being damaged.

Do not open the charging unit. There is a danger of electric shock and short-circuit.

For your own safety, only have the charging unit repaired by qualified specialist personnel using genuine spare parts.

Dry the unused charging unit and store in a closed place. Unauthorised persons and chil- dren must not have access to the charging unit. 5 START-UP

5.1 Unpacking the ride-on mower (13, 14)

The ride-on mower is delivered packed in a wooden crate. For unpacking, choose firm and level ground with sufficient space for handling the ride-on mower and packaging. Use the appropri- ate tool for all work. WARNING! Risk of personal injury and damage to the mower mechanism! Improper unloading of the ride-on mower from the wooden pallet can cause injury to persons and damage to the mower mechanism of the ride-on mower.

Unload the ride-on mower as described in the following steps.

1. Carefully remove the cover and side walls

(13/1) from the pallet base (13/2).

5. Remove the packaging foils.

6. Check the scope of supply (see chapter 3.6

"Scope of supply", page36).

7. Remove the rear transport safety lock (14/1)

and the front transport locks (14/2).

8. Place a loading ramp of suitable width with a

non-slip surface and sufficient strength close to the pallet floor.

10. Deactivate the parking brake (see chapter

6.3 "Activating/deactivating the parking

11. Carefully roll the ride-on mower – at least two

persons – off the pallet base down the load- ing ramp.

12. Activate the parking brake (see chapter 6.3

"Activating/deactivating the parking brake", page42).

5.2 Removing the mulch insert (15)

The mulch insert has been inserted into the ride- on mower for transport. In order to operate the ride-on mower with the grass catcher, it must be removed.

chute (15/a) by the handle (15/3).

5.3 Hooking in and removing the grass

catcher (16, 17) Hooking in the grass catcher

1. Hook the grass catcher into the two hooks

(16/1, 16/2) on the ride-on mower in a tilted position (17/a). Hold the grass catcher by the front carry handle (17/1) and the rear carry handle (17/2). Note:The grass catcher must be hung in symmetrically.

2. Tilt the grass catcher downwards(17/b) until

it lies on the ride-on mower and engages.

3. Check the grass catcher is correctly seated.

Remove the grass catcher The grass catcher is removed in the reverse se- quence.

5.4 Checking the tyre pressure(18)

The correct tyre pressure is an important prereq- uisite for a correctly levelled mower mechanism, and hence for a uniformly mown lawn.

1. Check the tyre pressure at regular intervals

(see technical data).

2. If the tyre pressure is too low: Inflate the tyres

using a standard foot pump. NOTE 1 PSI = 0.07 bar.

5.5 Charging the rechargeable battery(19 –

21) NOTE Fully charge the rechargeable battery before using it for the first time. The rechargeable battery can be charged in any charge state. When charging the rechargeable battery for the first time, charge it continuously for 12 to 15hours to reach full capacity. The ambient tem- perature must be between 0 and 40°C. The charge status display(06/6) for the battery can be found on the central status display(06). IMPORTANT! Danger of short circuit! A short-circuit in an open charging plug can lead to a fire.

Please follow the procedure described here to start and stop the charging process. Starting the charging process

2. Turn the safety key to red (OFF position).

3. Open the cover(19/1) of the charging sock-

4. Insert the charge plug into the charging sock-

et(20/a) with the release button(20/1) facing upwards.

5. Screw tight the charge plug clockwise(20/b).

6. Insert the mains plug of the charger into the

power socket. The charging process begins. LED on the charger

LED lights red: Rechargeable battery is not yet fully charged.

LED lights green: The rechargeable battery is fully charged. Completing the charging process

1. Remove the mains plug of the charger from

2. Push back the release button(21/1) at the

and pull it out(21/c).

5.6 Checking the safety and protective

devices Check the safety and protective devices each time before the ride-on mower is started. Perform all checks on a level surface so that the ride-on mower cannot roll away unintentionally. WARNING! Danger when checking the safety devices! The safety devices may only be checked from the operator's seat and when no other persons or animals are in the vicinity! Function of the safety and protective devices: see

chapter 3.4 "Safety and protective devices",

contact switch Requirements: The drive engine is off and the parking brake is applied.

1. Sit on the operator's seat.

2. Pull the push/pull switch(03/1) upwards to

switch on the mower mechanism.

3. Set the driving mode switch(05/1) to N.

4. Turn the safety key(07/1) to green (ON posi-

tion). NOTE The engines for the travel drive and for the mower mechanism must not start.

5.6.2 Checking the seat contact switch

Requirements: The drive engine is off and the parking brake is applied.

1. Sit on the operator's seat.

2. Press push/pull switch(03/1) downwards to

switch off the mower mechanism.

3. Set the driving mode switch(05/1) to N.

4. Turn the safety key(07/1) to green (ON posi-

5. To deactivate the parking brake, press the

brake pedal(09/1) and release it again.

6. Pull the push/pull switch(03/1) upwards to

switch on the mower mechanism.

7. Remove the load on the seat by standing up

briefly, but do not dismount. NOTE The engines for the travel drive and for the mower mechanism must switch off.

5.6.3 Checking the grass catcher contact

switch Requirements: The drive engine is off and the parking brake is applied.

1. Sit on the operator's seat.

2. Press push/pull switch(03/1) downwards to

switch off the mower mechanism.

3. Set the driving mode switch(05/1) to N.

4. Turn the safety key(07/1) to green (ON posi-

5. To deactivate the parking brake, press the

brake pedal(09/1) and release it again.

6. Pull the push/pull switch(03/1) upwards to

switch on the mower mechanism.

7. Lift the empty grass catcher slightly.

NOTE The engines for the mower mecha- nism must switch off.

5.6.4 Carrying out a visual inspection of the

mower deck Check that the mower deck housing is undam- aged and does not allow access to the cutting blades. If damaged, contact a customer service workshop. 6 OPERATION

6.1 Adjusting the operator's seat(22)

To improve seating comfort, the operator's seat(22/1) can be moved forwards or backwards.

2. Move the operator's seat forwards or back-

3. Release the unlocking lever to lock in the

1. Remove the grass catcher (see chapter 5.3

"Hooking in and removing the grass catcher (16, 17)", page41).

2. Push the mulch insert(23/1) into the dis-

charge chute(23/2) as far as it will go(23/a).

4. Attach the spring(24/3) to the right

5. Hook in the grass catcher again.

6.3 Activating/deactivating the parking

brake Activating the parking brake

1. Push the brake pedal(09/1) as far as it will

go and hold it there.

2. Press the locking lever(08/1) upwards.

3. Release the brake pedal.

Deactivating the parking brake

1. Press the brake pedal(09/1).

6.4 Starting and stopping the ride-on mower

Starting the ride-on mower

1. Sit on the operator's seat.

2. Press push/pull switch(03/1) downwards to

switch off the mower mechanism.

3. Set the driving mode switch(05/1) to N (Neu-

4. Turn the safety key(07/1) to green (ON posi-

tion).493389_b 43 Operation

5. Set the driving mode switch(05/1) to F (For-

ward) or R (Reverse).

6. Slowly press the driving pedal(10/1) down

until the desired driving speed is reached. Stopping the ride-on mower

1. Press down the brake pedal(09/1) until the

mower comes to a standstill and hold it there.

2. Set the driving mode switch(05/1) to N (Neu-

3. Press the locking lever(08/1) upwards to ac-

tivate the parking brake.

4. Release the brake pedal.

5. Turn the safety key(07/1) to red (OFF posi-

6. Now you can get off the operator's seat.

6.5 Switching the mower mechanism on

and off Requirements: The ride-on mower has been started and the driving mode switch(05/1) is set to N (Neutral) or F (Forward). Switching on the mower mechanism

1. Pull the push/pull switch(03/1) upwards.

Switch off mower mechanism

1. Push the push/pull switch(03/1) downwards.

6.6 Setting the cutting height

1. Pull the cutting height adjustment lever(11/1)

towards the operator's seat to disengage it.

2. Move the adjustment lever to adjust the cut-

ting height in steps (for the cutting heights, see technical data):

Downwards: for low cutting height.

Upwards: for high cutting height.

3. Push the adjusting lever outwards to engage.

NOTE Always lock the lever in the selected position so that the mower mechanism is fixed and does not move unexpectedly.

6.7 Driving at constant speed

Switching on constant speed

1. Press the driving pedal(10/1) down until the

desired driving speed is reached.

2. Press the CCS button(04/1).

3. Take your foot off the drive pedal. The ride-

on mower travels at a constant speed. Switching off constant speed

6.8 Mowing backwards

WARNING! There is an accident risk when reverse mowing! Risk of collision with persons and objects behind the ride-on mower. Serious injuries are possible.

Pay attention to the area behind you when mowing in reverse.

Only mow in reverse when it is necessary to do so. Requirements: The ride-on mower has been started and the driving mode switch(05/1) is set to F (Forwards). Switching on reverse mowing

1. Pull the push/pull switch(03/1) upwards to

switch on the mower mechanism.

2. Set the cutting height (see chapter 6.6 "Set-

4. Set the driving mode switch(05/1) to R (Re-

5. Slowly press the driving pedal(10/1) down

until the desired driving speed is reached. When doing so, keep a close eye on the sur- roundings at the rear. Switching off reverse mowing

When you want to go forwards again: Set the driving mode switch to F (Forwards). OR:

To continue reversing with the mower mech- anism switched off: Push the push/pull switch(03/1) downwards.

6.9 Emptying the grass catcher

NOTE An audible signal sounds when the grass catcher is full. The catcher should be emp- tied now if not before. The ride-on mower is equipped with a manually operated grass catcher with telescopic lever.

The grass catcher can be emptied from the operator's seat.

If the grass catcher is folded up or unhinged when the mower mechanism is switched on,GB 44 R85.1 Li Working behaviour and working technique the mower mechanism is automatically switched off.

The mower mechanism cannot be switched on unless the grass catcher is engaged cor- rectly.

1. Pull the telescopic lever(12/1) out of the

2. Push the telescopic lever forwards to open

the grass catcher. The cuttings fall out.

3. Push the telescopic lever backwards until the

grass catcher engages.

6.10 Switching the headlights on and off

1. Press the LED button(04/3) to switch on.

2. Press the LED button again to switch off.

7 WORKING BEHAVIOUR AND

Please take into account that grass grows differ- ently at different times. We recommend using a shorter interval between mowing during early spring. You can increase the mowing intervals as the growth rate of the grass begins to decline during the course of the year.

7.2 Mowing high grass

Mow with a higher cutting height adjustment when the grass is longer than normal or when it is wet. Then re-mow the grass with a lower, nor- mal setting.

For optimum mulching results, the grass should be mowed on a regular basis (approx. 1 or 2 times per week). Cut 1/3 of the grass height (e.g. if grass height is 6cm, mow 2cm). This will en- sure that the mown grass will be properly inter- mixed in the remaining grass.

8 MAINTENANCE AND CARE

WARNING! Danger of cuts and lacera- tions. Danger of cuts and lacerations 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 safety key.

Always wear protective gloves during mainte- nance, care and cleaning work.

8.1 Maintenance schedule

The following jobs are allowed to be carried out by the user independently. All other maintenance, service and repair work must be carried out in an authorised service workshop. NOTE It may be necessary to shorten the maintenance intervals compared to those stated in the table above in case of severe loading and at high temperatures. Activity Before each use After each use Each time be- fore putting in- to storage Check the brake (test braking on a straight path).

Check the tyre pressure. X Check the cutting blade. X Check for loose parts. X Clean the ride-on mower. X X

8.2 Cleaning the ride-on mower

The ride-on mower must be cleaned regularly to ensure optimum function and a long service life. Clean the ride-on mower after each use to re- move any adhering soiling and detritus.493389_b 45 Help in case of malfunction IMPORTANT! Damage due to penetrating water! Water in electrical and electronic compo- nents leads to short circuits and damage. Water in mechanical components can lead to loss of lu- brication and damage.

Do not allow water to penetrate the electrics/ electronics during cleaning.

In particular, do not use a high-pressure cleaner or garden hose.

8.2.1 Removing and emptying the grass

catcher Empty the grass catcher before cleaning (see

chapter 6.9 "Emptying the grass catcher",

page43). A full grass catcher is too heavy to be removed safely.

1. Remove the grass catcher.

2. Spray the grass catcher inside and out with a

3. Carefully scrape off any firmly adhering dirt,

e.g. with a brush. Note:Take particular care not to damage the fabric on grass catchers with a fabric cover- ing.

4. Hook in the grass catcher again.

8.2.2 Cleaning the housing and operating

elements Use a cloth, hand brush, long-stemmed brush or similar to remove dirt and grass residues.

8.2.3 Cleaning the discharge channel

Regular cleaning of the discharge channel en- sures that the cutting height can be easily adjust- ed.

8.2.4 Cleaning the mower deck

1. Switch off the ride-on mower and remove the

2. Remove the grass catcher.

3. With two persons, place the ride-on mower

on the rear and secure against falling over. Clean

1. Put on protective gloves and do not reach in-

to the cutting blades during cleaning.

2. Clean the mower deck with a hand brush, a

brush or a wooden stick.

8.3 Maintaining the cutting blades

Make sure that the cutting blade remains sharp for the entire mowing season to avoid shredding or tearing the blades of grass. Shredded grass blades turn brown on the edges. This reduces their growth and leaves the lawn prone to diseas- es.

Check the cutting blade for sharpness and signs of wear or damage after each use. If necessary, contact the manufacturer's ser- vice centre.

When replacing the blades, only use original replacement blades (for a list of original re- placement blades: see technical data). The use of non-original spare parts will void the warranty and may result in damage to the ride-on mower as well as serious injury.

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 mainte- nance, care and cleaning work!

9.1 Malfunction table

NOTE For malfunctions that are not listed in this table or that you cannot resolve yourself, please contact our customer service. Malfunction Possible cause Remedy No power Seat contact switch switched off or defective Sit on the seat. Have it repaired.* Drive mode switch or key-operat- ed switch defective Have it repaired.* Control unit for forward/reverse drive defective Have it repaired.* Loose, dirty or defective cable harness connectors Have it repaired.*GB 46 R85.1 Li Help in case of malfunction Malfunction Possible cause Remedy Grass catcher not attached. Attach the grass catcher. Grass catcher not in correct po- sition Check the position of the grass catcher and correct if necessary. Ride-on mower does not drive. The driving mode switch is set to N (Neutral). Set the driving mode switch to F (For- wards) or R (Reverse). Parking brake activated. Deactivate the parking brake. Foot is on the brake pedal. Release the brake pedal. Foot is on the drive pedal. Release the drive pedal. Mower mechanism engine is blocked. Wait 5seconds for the controller to re- lease the mower mechanism engine. OR: Switch off the ride-on mower, then re- move dirt in the mower mechanism. Drive engine blocked. Remove dirt and obstacles. Rechargeable battery charge too low Charge the rechargeable battery. Brake pedal or drive pedal de- fective Carry out a self-test.** If defective, have it repaired.* Drive mode switch defective Carry out a self-test.** If defective, have it repaired.* Control unit for forward/reverse drive defective Carry out a self-test.** If defective, have it repaired.* Loose, dirty or defective cable harness connectors Have it repaired.* Mower mechanism engines do not start. The driving mode switch is set to R (Reverse). Set the driving mode switch to F (For- wards) or N (Neutral). OR: Press the RMO button. Mower mechanism engine is blocked. Switch off the ride-on mower, then re- move dirt in the mower mechanism. Rechargeable battery charge too low Charge the rechargeable battery. Control unit for forward/reverse drive defective Carry out a self-test.** If defective, have it repaired.* Loose, dirty or defective cable harness connectors Have it repaired.* Mower mechanism engine de- fective Carry out a self-test.** If defective, have it repaired.*493389_b 47 Help in case of malfunction Malfunction Possible cause Remedy Ride-on mower does not work. Control unit for forward/reverse drive defective Drive engine or mower mecha- nism engine defective Carry out the following several times: Switch off the ride-on mower and restart after 5seconds. If defective, have it re- paired.* Battery defective Replace the rechargeable battery.* Ride-on mower vibrates extensively. Cutting blade lost. Have it repaired.* Cutting blades not balanced. Have them balanced.* Blade holder warped. Have it repaired.* Mower mechanism engine power decreases. Grass too long or too wet. Correct the cutting height; make clear- ance for mower mechanism by moving back a short distance. Discharge channel/mower deck blocked. Clean discharge channel/mower deck. Switch off the ride-on mower and re- move the safety key. Cutting blade heavily worn. Replace cutting blade.* Driving speed too fast. Reduce driving speed. Unclean cut Cutting blade worn, not sharp. Replace or regrind the cutting blade. Have resharpened blades balanced.* Incorrect cutting height Correct the cutting height. Driving speed too fast Reduce driving speed. Different tyre pressure on the wheels Inflate to the correct tyre pressure (see technical data). Grass catcher does not fill up. Cutting height set too low. Correct the cutting height. Grass is wet – it is too heavy to be transported by air stream. Mow at a later time when lawn has dried out. Cutting blade heavily worn. Replace the blade.* Grass in lawn too high Mow grass twice:

1. Pass: high cutting height

2. pass: desired cutting height.

Discharge channel/mower deck soiled. Clean discharge channel/mower deck. Not clearly identifi- able malfunctions Carry out a self-test.** *: Contact a service centre of the manufacturer. **: see chapter 9.2 "Carrying out a self-test", page48GB 48 R85.1 Li Transport

9.2 Carrying out a self-test

Activating a self-test

1. Sit on the operator's seat.

2. Set the driving mode switch(05/1) to N (Neu-

3. Turn the safety key(07/1) to green (ON posi-

4. Press the following buttons in the following

order within 2minutes: CCS(04/1) > RMO(04/2) > CCS(04/1) > RMO(04/2) Carrying out a self-test

2. Press the drive pedal(10/1): Is working if a

3. Press the locking lever(08/1) upwards to ac-

tivate the parking brake: Is working if a beep is heard.

4. Press the RMO button(04/2). Is working if

the button is lit and a beep is heard.

button is lit and a beep is heard.

7. Set the driving mode switch(05/1) to F (For-

wards) and then press the drive pedal(10/1). Is working if the ride-on mower moves for- ward.

8. Set the driving mode switch(05/1) to R (Re-

verse) and then press the drive pedal(10/1). Is working if the ride-on mower reverses.

9. Set the drive mode switch(05/1) to F (For-

wards) and then pull the push/pull switch(03/1) upwards to switch on the mow- er mechanism. Is working if the cutting blades rotate. If defective

1. Contact a service centre of the manufacturer.

10 TRANSPORT When transporting the ride-on mower using transport equipment (e.g. passenger car trailer), the mower mechanism must be supported from below to reduce the strain on the mower mecha- nism mounting. During transport, make sure that the means of transport has a sufficient load capacity and that the ride-on mower is suitably secured. 11 STORAGE The ride-on mower should be parked where it is protected against the effects of weather, espe- cially moisture, rain and lengthy exposure to di- rect sunlight. Particularly the UV radiation con- tained in sunlight can cause plastic parts to fade, and damage them, in the event of long-term ex- posure.

1. Clean and allow to dry (see chapter 8.2

"Cleaning the ride-on mower", page44).

2. Store the ride-on mower as follows:

in a dry, frost-free place

Storage temperature of 0°C – 35°C

Charge status of the rechargeable bat- tery: 3–4 bars on the charge status dis- play

3. Cover with a cloth to prevent soiling.

Note:Do not use plastic foil. Water and moisture can accumulate under plastic foil. After approx. 3months’ storage, recharge the re- chargeable battery for approx. 1hour. When charging, the rechargeable battery is protected from overcharging by automatic detection of the charge status. This means it can remain connect- ed to the charging unit for some time, but not per- manently. 12 DISPOSAL

12.1 Removing the rechargeable battery

Before disposing of the ride-on mower, the re- chargeable battery must be removed in accor- dance with the safety regulations. Commission a service center of the manufacturer or a specialist dealer for this.

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.493389_b 49 After-Sales / Service

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 50 R85.1 Li 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.493389_b 51 Traduction de la notice d’utilisation originale TRADUCTION DE LA NOTICE D’UTILISATION ORIGINALE Table des matières 1 Consignes générales de sécurité pour machines électriques ............................... 52

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