43EL Spirit - Lawn mower SABO - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL 43EL Spirit SABO

1 INTRODUCTION Dear Garden Lover, Where pride in a trim lawn is coupled with a love of gardening, gardeners really appreciate good gardening equipment. You have made an excellent choice in purchasing your new lawn mower. It combines the power of a major traditional brand with the innovations of modern high-tech. You will feel this when you are working with it and be very pleased with the wonderful result. Yet before you start work on your lawn, here is some important information that you should always observe. Before you start your mower for the first time, read this operation manual through carefully to familiarise yourself with the correct operation and maintenance of the machine and to avoid injury or damage to your lawn mower. Use the lawn mower carefully. The pictograms on the equipment draw your attention to the most important precautionary measures. The safety instructions in this operating manual are marked with symbols. The meaning of the pictograms and symbols is explained in the following chapters. The terms "left" and "right" always refer to the left and right-hand side of the equipment seen in the direction of movement. Your mower will work reliably when the technical instructions are followed exactly. We would like to point out that any damage to the mower caused by operator faults is not covered by warranty / guarantee obligations. We hope you enjoy cultivating your lawn.

1 Model 2 Protection type 3 Connection voltage 4 Product identification number 5 Network frequency 6 Power 7 Weight 8 Tested safety (depending on model) 9 Motor speed 10 Electrical appliances should not be disposed of with household waste. Equipment, accessories and packaging must be disposed of in an environmentally friendly way 11 Year of manufacture 12 CE conformity symbol 13 Hand-guided lawn-mower 14 Guaranteed sound power level 15 Serial number

These operating instructions apply for the following models: 40-EL SPIRIT (SA754): Cutting width 400 mm See the rating plate for the correct model designation for your equipment and the serial number.2

Read and follow the operator's manual and safety instructions!

Risk caused by thrown elements when the motor is running – Observe the safety distance / Keep all persons outside the danger area!

Keep supply flexible cord away from cutting blades.

Caution, sharp cutting blades. Keep hands and feet away from the blades! – Switch the motor off and remove the plug from mains before performing any cleaning and maintenance work or if cord is damaged.

Electrical appliances must not be disposed of as household waste. Send equipment, accessories and packaging for environmental recycling.

WARNING Always read and follow the operating instructions and general safety regulations carefully. Keep the operating instructions for reference purposes. Proper use also includes adherence to the operation, maintenance and service conditions prescribed by the manufacturer.

WARNING Keep all persons outside the danger area! Contact with the rotating blade can cause severe injury. Objects ejected at high speed can cause severe injury. You must never mow the lawn if there are other persons nearby, especially children or animals.

WARNING Electric shock can lead to serious injuries. The electrical equipment must not be modified. Check the connection cable for signs of damage and ageing before you start a new mowing job. Make sure the cable can move freely, do not kink, chafe or squash it. Damaged connection cables must be replaced. Do not spray the device off with water. The electrical system could become damaged. Always have an authorised professional workshop replace, regrind and balance the blade, since an insulation protection test always has to be carried out after repairs or maintenance work on insulation parts (e.g. blade screw) in accordance with the applicable standard DIN EN

WARNING Electric shock can lead to serious injuries. Never move over live wires when the cutting tool is switched on. Before and during the mowing process, check the area for live wires and remove them if possible. If a live wire is damaged, switch off the equipment and disconnect the wire from the supply grid.

WARNING Watch out for sharp blades! Contact with the rotating blade can cause severe foot injuries. Only start the engine when standing behind the mower. Ensure that your feet do not get under the housing.

WARNING Watch out for sharp blades! Contact with the rotating blade can cause severe hand and foot injuries. When the engine is running, always observe the safety distance to the machine which is maintained by the handlebar. Ensure that your hands and feet do not get under the housing.

WARNING Objects thrown upwards can cause serious injuries. Before mowing areas covered in leaves in particular, remove all stones, sticks, wires, toys and other objects from the lawn. Never use the equipment with the protective devices damaged or missing. Missing or damaged safety and protective devices are a safety hazard for both you and other people. Before initial operation, check that the cutting blade screw is fastened, then examine the cutter bar for a tight fit, wear and damage every time you intend to use the mower. Have an authorised workshop replace a worn or damaged blade. Have an authorised workshop tighten the cutting blade screw.

WARNING Electric shock can lead to serious injuries. Keep the connection cable away from the cutting blade. When starting the mower make sure the connection cable is not near the housing. Do not mow over the connection cable. In the event of damage, switch the mower off and wait for the blade to come to a standstill, remove the plug from the mains immediately. Do not touch the connection cable before it has been disconnected from the mains supply. Damaged connection cables must be replaced.

CAUTION If the mains plug is not disconnected from the mains during work on the equipment, the motor may start up and this can result in serious injuries. Switch the motor off and disconnect the mains plug before carrying out any maintenance and repair work. When servicing the cutter blades note that they can be moved even when the voltage source is switched off. Consult the operating instructions for respective cleaning or maintenance instructions. Insufficient equipment maintenance will lead to safety-related faults.

WARNING Contact with the rotating blade can cause severe hand and foot injury. Objects ejected at high speeds can cause severe injury. Switch the motor off and wait until the blade comes to stop: – if the mower has to be lifted or tilted, e.g. in order to transport it; – when moving off the lawn onto paths or roads; – if the machine is left unattended for any time; – before adjusting the cutting height; – before removing the collector bag;

CAUTION Contact with the sharp edges of the blade and other sharp edges of the machine can cause severe injury. Protective gloves must be worn at all times during maintenance and cleaning work.

• The equipment is exclusively designed for mowing grass and lawn areas within the context of gardening and landscape care ("Proper use"). Any use going beyond this is considered not proper; the manufacturer is not liable for any damage resulting from such use, the risk is borne by the user alone. Proper use also includes adherence to the operation, maintenance and service conditions prescribed by the manufacturer.

• Special care is required during use in public areas, parks, sports facilities, on roads and in agricultural and forestry operations.

• The mower must not be used in particular for trimming bushes, hedges and shrubs, for cutting twining plants or greenery on roofs and in flower baskets or boxes, for extraction or blowing on pavements.3

• The use of any additional equipment and attachments not approved by the manufacturer is prohibited. If such additional equipment and attachments are used, the CE conformity and guarantee are considered null and void. Unauthorised modifications to this lawn mower exclude the manufacturer from liability for any damage resulting from these modifications.

ROTARY LAWNMOWER (ELECTRIC) General safety instructions

Always read the operating instructions carefully for your own protection and to guarantee perfect function. Familiarise yourself with the operating elements and correct machine operation. Keep the operating instructions for reference purposes.

• Remember that the machine operator or user is responsible for accidents with other persons or their property.

• These operating instructions belong to the machine and must be handed over to the new owner in the event of the machine being sold.

• Never allow children and persons under 16 years of age or other persons not familiar with the operating instructions to use the machine. Local regulations can specify the minimum age of the user.

• Explain the potential hazards and how to avoid accidents to all those who are to use the equipment. This equipment may only be used, serviced and repaired by persons who are familiar with it and have been informed about the hazards.

• This equipment is not intended to be used by persons with limited physical, sensory or mental aptitude or lack of experience and/or knowledge unless they are supervised by a person responsible for their safety and have received instructions from this person as to how the equipment is used. This supervisor must decide in advance whether the person with limited physical, sensory or mental aptitude is suitable for this task.

Never use the mower while persons, particularly children, or animals are nearby.

• Keep your machine safely! Unused equipment should be kept in dry, closed rooms inaccessible to children.

• Machine safety and protective devices must not be manipulated or disabled.

• The laying of cables must not be manipulated, e.g. by removing cable clamps or attaching additional cable ties! The cables must lie against the outside of the bar in such a way that they are neither crushed nor overstretched when the bar is folded. A damaged cable may result in a technical defect of the equipment. Preparatory measures

• When mowing, you must always wear a strong, closed, non-slip pair of shoes or safety shoes and long trousers. Avoid wearing loose clothing or clothing with cords or belts hanging down. Do not mow whilst you are barefooted or wearing sandals. Wear protective goggles to protect your eyes.

• Loud noises can lead to hearing impairments. Wear ear protection.

Before and during mowing, check the whole area the equipment is being used on and remove all stones, sticks, wires, toys and other objects which can be caught and catapulted out.

Before and during the mowing process, check the area for live wires and remove them if possible. Never move over live wires when the cutting tool is switched on. Risk of electric shock! If a live wire is damaged, switch off the equipment and disconnect the wire from the supply grid.

• If you also use a mowing robot for lawn care, the following safety instructions must be heeded with regard to the working area of the mowing robot: – Before mowing on these areas, always check the range of the boundary wire. – If the wires are laid in the ground they must be checked, no wires may be visible, with particular attention necessary at the charging station. – If the boundary wires are laid above ground they should be routed tight directly on the ground and not lie loose in the grass. The wires must be sufficiently fixed using boundary staples, see the operating manual. – The boundary staples must not project, if this is the case push them firmly in place. – Remove any residual wires before starting to mow. In the cases described above, there is a risk of the wire being pulled in and wound up by the tool; this can lead to serious injury.

• Low-hanging branches and similar obstacles can injure the operator or interfere with the mowing operation. Before mowing, identify potential obstacles such as low-hanging branches, and trim back or remove those obstacles.

• In order to guarantee the proper and safe operation of garden equipment, a connection cable of the minimum quality H05 RN-F (alternatively H05 VV-F) in accordance with DIN/VDE 0282/4 with a cross-section of 3 x 1.5 mm² and a connection plug made of or covered with rubber in accordance with DIN/VDE 0620-2-1 are required. Connection must be to a CEE 7/4 socket 230 V AC.

• When a childproof cable is used, care must be taken that the fuse works perfectly (smoothly) as otherwise the device connection plug could become damaged.

• The plug must be fitted with a 16 amp slow fuse.

• We recommend that a residual current operated device with a maximum breaking current of maximum 30 mA or equivalent safety equipment be used.

The electrical equipment must not be modified. The connection cable must be checked for signs of damage and ageing before every new mowing job and may only be used in a perfect condition.

• If the unit is to be operated via a generator, an authorised specialist workshop should first be consulted with regard to a suitable generator.

• Before use, always carry out a visual inspection to see whether the cutting tool, attachment screws and the complete cutting unit are worn or damaged. To avoid unbalance, worn or damaged blades and attachment screws must be replaced by an authorised workshop.

• The condition of the pictograms must be checked every time the device is used. Worn or damaged pictograms must be replaced. Handling

• The machine must not be operated in potentially explosive surroundings.

The connecting cable must kept away from the cutting tool. Whilst you are mowing the lawn, do not drive over the connecting cable with the machine; when guiding the connecting cable, always make sure that you are keeping a safe distance.

If the connection cable is damaged, switch the equipment off and wait for the blade to come to a standstill. Disconnect the mains plug immediately. Do not touch the connection cable before it has been disconnected from the mains supply. Damaged connection cables must be replaced. Make sure the cable can move freely, do not kink, chafe or squash it.

• Do not mow in bad weather when lightning could strike.

• Do not wear radio or music headphones. Safe service and operation requires your full attention.

• Only mow during daylight or if the lighting is good. Always push the machine at walking pace.

• Please adjust the driving speed depending on the person and the terrain. Increase the speed gradually until you reached an adequate driving speed.

• Use care when approaching blind corners, shrubs, trees, or other obstacles that may obscure vision.

• Do not move too closely to holes, trenches and banks. The equipment can suddenly topple over when a wheel suddenly gives way over the edge of a trench or a bank or when an edge suddenly yields.

• Please be careful when mowing underneath playground equipment (e.g. swings). The equipment could get into an unsafe position. This may result in risk of injury.

• Do not operate the equipment when you are sick, tired or under the influence of alcohol, medicine or drugs.

• Avoid using the machine if possible on wet grass, in order to avoid the danger of slipping.

• Always make sure that you are standing securely whilst mowing slopes. Always mow at right angles to the slope, never mow straight up or down. Please be especially careful when you change direction when mowing on a slope.

• Do not mow excessively steep slopes! Mowing slopes always means additional risks. Your lawnmower is powerful enough to mow on slopes with a gradient of up to 58% (30° angle). For safety reasons, however, we urgently recommend you do not exploit this theoretical performance potential. Always make sure you have a firm stance. Manually guided lawnmowers should never be used for slopes with a gradient in excess of 26% (15° angle of slope). Stability may be lost.

• Please be especially careful when turning the machine or pulling it towards yourself.

• If you walk backwards whilst using the machine, you can easily stumble so this should be avoided. Avoid unnatural body positions. Ensure that you are standing securely and keep your balance at all times.4

• Always observe the safety distance to the machine which is maintained by the handlebar.

• In order to avoid the machine slipping when being carried, always hold the machine by the grip devices provided (carrying handle, housing, handlebar ends or transverse bar of the lower handlebar section). Do not grasp the machine by the ejection flap!

• Note the weight of the machine before lifting or carrying it (see technical data). Lifting heavy weights can lead to health problems.

• Never lift or carry the machine when the engine is running.

• Never use the machine with safety and protective devices damaged or missing. Missing or damaged safety and protective devices are a safety hazard for both you and other people. Safety equipment includes (see chapter Component description):

– Motor stop safety control bar (1) The lawn mower is equipped with a motor stop device. During operation and in the event of a hazard, the electric motor is switched off by releasing the motor stop bar. The electric motor and the blade must come to a standstill within 3 seconds. After release, the bar must always return to the position shown in the "component description" diagram. If this is not the case, it must be checked immediately by an authorised workshop. Risk of injury! If the blade run-on time is longer, stop using the equipment and take it to an authorised workshop. Measuring run-on time After the electric motor has been started, the blade rotates and a wind-like noise can be heard. The run-on time corresponds to the duration of the wind-like noise after the electric motor has been switched off, it can be measured using a stopwatch. The function of the safety control bar must never be put out of operation. It is important to make sure that the safety control bar functions correctly. If this is not the case, have it repaired by an authorised specialist workshop.

Protective equipment includes (see chapter Component description):

– Housing, grass collecting bag, ejection flap (3). The protective devices protect the user against objects being ejected at high speed. The machine must not be operated with a damaged housing or without a properly fitted collecting bag or ejection flap on the housing.

– Housing This protection unit protects against injuries through contact with the rotating cutting blade bar. The equipment must not be operated with a damaged housing. Please make sure that hands and feet are not placed underneath the housing.

– Cover hose at upper part of bar (11), engine hood (5) and engine bracket (6), switch-plug combination with cable (2, 12), connection cable, cutting blade screw This protection unit protects against injuries through contact with electrical power carrying parts. The electrical equipment must not be modified. Damaged connection cables must be replaced. Please use a connection cable with a minimum quality of H 05 RN-F (alternatively H05 VV-F) in accordance with DIN/VDE 0282/4. In accordance with the existing standard DIN EN 60335, an insulation protection test must be made after repair and maintenance work at insulation parts.

The safety devices must not be modified.

• Start or operate the starter switch with great care and according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

• During the starting process, do not switch on the drive if available.

When you start the machine, make sure that your feet are at a sufficiently safe distance away from the cutting blades.

When the engine is started, the machine must not be tilted on end, if necessary it must be tilted by pressing the guide bar down so that the cutting tool is pointing in the direction away from the user, but only as far as absolutely necessary. For as long as the equipment has not been lowered to the ground again, both your hands must be on the top part of the bar. Do not start the engine when persons or animals are standing in front of the mower. When using equipment with a side ejector, do not start the engine when you are standing in front of the ejector channel or other people/animals are located in the ejection area.

Never put your hands or feet near or under revolving parts. Always make sure that your hands or feet do not get under the housing. Always maintain a safe distance from the ejector opening.

Stop the engine by releasing the motor stop bar, pull the plug, make sure that all moving parts have come to a complete standstill: – if you intend to leave the machine; – before inspecting the connection cable; – before you inspect, clean or carry out work on the machine; – before unblocking jams or removing blockages in the ejection channel; – if a foreign body has been encountered; – when the machine starts to vibrate strangely.

• If a foreign object has been encountered or if the machine becomes blocked, e.g. by driving onto an obstacle, a specialist dealer must check whether parts of the machine have been damaged or deformed. Any necessary repairs must also be carried out by an authorized specialist workshop.

• If the machine starts to vibrate unusually heavily or to make unusual noises, please have it checked immediately by an authorised workshop. Heavy vibrations on your hands can damage your health. Please contact an authorised workshop immediately if heavy vibrations occur.

• WARNING The noise and vibration levels shown in these operating instructions are the maximum levels for use of the machine. The use of an unbalanced cutting element, the excessive speed of movement, or the absence of maintenance have a significant influence on noise emissions and vibrations. Consequently, it is necessary to take preventive steps to eliminate possible damage due to high levels of noise and stress from vibration. Maintain the machine well, wear ear protection devices, and take breaks while working. Adhere to the maintenance work listed in this operating manual and have the equipment checked and serviced regularly by an authorised workshop.

Switch off the motor by releasing the cutter safety control bar and make sure that all moving parts have come to a complete stop, – if you have to lift or tilt the machine, e.g. for transport purposes; – if you transport the machine to and from the mowing surface again and again; – when driving outside the lawn; – if you leave the machine for a short time; – when you wish to adjust the cutting height; – before you remove the grass collecting bag;

Maintenance and storage

• Insufficient equipment maintenance will lead to safety-related faults.

• Ensure that all screws have been tightened securely and that the machine is in a safe working condition.

The ejection flap must only be opened and the grass collector removed when the motor is turned off.

Before you start mowing, always check the grass collecting equipment for wear or loss of functionality.

Before you start mowing, always check the condition and firm attachment of the cutting blade. The blade attachment screw must always be tightened by an authorised workshop since an insulation protection test always has to be carried out after repairs or maintenance work on insulation parts (e.g. blade screw) in accordance with the applicable standard DIN EN 60335. A worn or damaged blade must always be replaced.

Always have the replacement, sharpening or balancing of the blade carried out by an authorised workshop, since according to the applicable standard DIN EN 60335, an insulation test must always be carried out following repairs or maintenance work to insulating components (e.g. blade screws).5

• For reasons of safety, always replace worn or damaged parts.

Protective gloves must be worn at all times during maintenance and cleaning work.

• When handling operating fluids, such as lubricants, suitable protective equipment (e.g. suitable protective gloves) must be worn. The data sheets of the operating fluids must be observed.

Maintenance and cleaning work may only be carried out with the motor switched off and mains plug disconnected. When servicing the cutter blades note that they can be moved even when the voltage source is switched off. Regular maintenance is essential for safety and top performance.

Do not clean the machine with running water or pressure cleaners. This could damage the electrical system.

For reasons of warranty and safety, only genuine spare parts may be used. Non-equivalent spare parts can damage the machine and are a safety hazard.

• Notes for Switzerland: Electric appliances must only be operated if a residual current operated device with a maximum breaking current of 30 mA is also integrated into the circuit.

• Notes for Austria: The socket coupler of the connecting cable must be splashproof.

1 Actuating grip for motor (safety grip) 2 Cable connection plug 3 Ejection flap 4 Handle (carrying handle rear) with push button for adjusting the height 5 Electric motor hood 6 Motor bracket 7 Cutting height indicator 8 Carrying handle front 9 Strain relief device for electric cable 10 Cable guide 11 Casing on the upper part of the bar 12 Locking button (red)

8 PREPARATION The following parts are included in the packaging for assembly of the mower:

• Mower with preassembled handle

• Collecting bag, collecting bag frame, chute

• Tool bag with the following contents: – Operator's manual with Declaration of Conformity – Warranty conditions (depending on model) – Various fixing parts. In the unlikely event of a missing part, please contact your dealer. Opening out the handle (Illustration A1 + E1 + B1 ) IMPORTANT Make sure that the cables are not pinched, squeezed, twisted or overstretched when the handlebars are folded apart or collapsed! Always run the cables along the outside of the bar connection. A damaged cable may result in a technical defect of the equipment. NOTE Before the handlebars are raised, the cutting height must be set to position 3 (40 mm) or higher I . The handlebar cannot be pivoted backwards completely in the two lower cutting positions. – Pull the folded-up Z-shaped guide spar apart and upward A1 . – When upper and lower handle are aligned tighten the two wing-nuts by hand E1 . – Push both ends of the bottom part of the handle with the toothed plastic adapters backwards until they click into the toothed recess on the mower housing B1 . In this way, three different handle heights can be set. – Tighten the two wing-nuts on both sides by hand B1 . – Insert the cable into the cable guide. This is to prevent the cable from being trapped when folding the handle E1 . – Fasten the cable to the lower part of the handle with the aid of cable ties from the tool bag. When folding the upper handlebar section, ensure that the cable is not trapped. CAUTION When you activate the bar height adjustment, when loosening the wing nuts B1 used to secure the bar bottom to the housing (only loosen sufficiently to ensure that the bar can be moved freely) and snapping the toothed plastic adaptations from the cut-out on the housing, it is possible that unintentional upsetting of the bar may occur. In addition, this may result in crushed points between the bar bottom and the housing. This may result in a risk of injury! Assemble the collecting sack and hang it onto the mower (Illustration Q1 + R1 + S1 ) – Press the lateral retaining clip (2) of the chute (1) onto the collecting bag frame Q1

– From below, hang the bar (3) of the crossbar into the chute. – Then press the lower retaining clips (4) onto the crossbar of the collecting bag frame. – First insert the grass bag frame with the clip forward into the grass bag. Align the upper seams of the bag with the clip. – Press the retaining profiles of the collecting sack onto the bars of the collecting sack frame R1 . – Open the ejection flap of the mower upwards. – Pick up the collecting sack by the carrying strap, place the chute (1) at the collecting sack opening into the ejection flap and hang it in the mower casing with its two side hooks upwards S1 . – Attach ejection flap to collector. Adjusting the cutting height (Illustration I )

The cutting height is adjusted behing the motor. – Press the grey push button with your thumb and lift or lower the mower handle to bring it into the required position. – Release the push button: the lever now engages in the required cutting height. – The marking on the left of the housing shows the adjusted cutting height. IMPORTANT Mowing at the lowest cutting height should only be carried out on level and plane lawns! Please observe that the lower cutting height settings may only be used for optimal conditions. If you select cutting height that is too low, the turf can be damaged and under certain circumstances it can even be destroyed. Besides the cutting height, also the moving speed influences the cutting pattern and collection result. Adapt the cutting height and moving speed to the grass height to be cut.

Safety instruction! See table for explanation of symbols page 26 Check all screw connections for a tight fit. Tighten the screws if necessary. Attachment of the cutter bar must be checked in particular (refer here to the chapter "Cutter bar care"). The blade attachment screw must always be tightened by an authorised workshop since an insulation protection test always has to be carried out after repairs or maintenance work on insulation parts (e.g. blade screw) in accordance with the applicable standard DIN EN 60335. The lawn mower is equipped with a motor stop device. Before using the equipment for the first time, make sure that the motor stop safety control bar is working perfectly. When the control bar is released, the motor and cutter bar must come to a standstill within three seconds. After release, the bar must always return to the position shown in the "component description" diagram. If this is not the case, it must be checked immediately by an authorised workshop. Risk of injury! If the blade run-on time is longer, stop using the equipment and take it to an authorised workshop. Measuring run-on time After the electric motor has been started, the blade rotates and a wind-like noise can be heard. The run-on time corresponds to the duration of the wind-like noise after the electric motor has been switched off, it can be measured using a stopwatch. Machine safety and protective devices must not be manipulated or disabled! Make sure that all protective devices have been attached properly and are not damaged.

IMPORTANT If the unit is to be operated via a generator, an authorised specialist workshop should first be consulted with regard to a suitable generator. Attaching the connecting cable (Illustration C2 ) NOTE In order to guarantee the proper and safe operation of the garden equipment, a connection cable of the minimum quality H05 RN-F (alternatively H05 VV-F) in accordance with DIN/VDE 0282/4 with a cross-section of 3 x 1.5 mm² and a connection plug made of or covered with rubber in accordance with DIN/VDE 0620-2-1 are required. Connection must be to a CEE 7/4 socket 230 V AC, slow- blow 16 A fuse. When a childproof cable is used, care must be taken that the fuse works perfectly (smoothly) as otherwise the device connection plug could become damaged. – Plug the cable into the switch/plug combination on the upper handle. – Only then should the connecting cable be connected to the mains. – When removing the cable always disconnect the cable plug from the mains first. Attaching the connecting cable to the strain relief fitting (Illustration D2 ) ATTENTION The unit may not be used without the cable relief in order to prevent damages to the switch/plug combination and to the cable. The cable must be hung in the cable relief on the unit to ensure that it is fixed safely. This prevents the cable socket from being pulled off the unit. Moreover, the cable aligns itself automatically on the other side when cornering. – Form a semi-circular loop in the cable, keep a distance of approx. 80 cm from the connection cable coupling. – Insert the cable from the bottom into the cable relief and loop it around the fastening post. – Hold the cable by both ends and pull it firmly into the cable relief. Starting the motor (Illustration A2 ) Only start the engine when you are standing behind the mower. Always place the mower on a level area which is not covered with high grass (if the grass is too high it will block the cutter bar start-up and make starting the mower more difficult). When the engine is started, the machine must not be tilted on end, if necessary it must be tilted by pressing the guide bar down so that the cutting tool is pointing in the direction away from the user, but only as far as absolutely necessary. As long as the mower has not been lowered to the ground again, both your hands must be on the top part of the bar. – To switch on the motor, first press and hold the red button. – With the other hand, pull the safety grip on the upper handlebar section. The grip must be held in this position during operation. – The red button can then be released. IMPORTANT If the motor does not start 5 seconds after the unit is started, then

1. Let go of the switch holder

4. Check the power supply at the building (fuse)

5. Check the unit for blockages in the mowing chamber

6 Get it checked by an authorised specialist workshop.

11 SWITCHING OFF THE MOTOR (ILLUSTRATION F ) To switch off the motor, release the safety grip. The motor will be switched off and the automatic blade brake stops the blade within 3 seconds.

12 EMERGENCY STOPPING Release the safety grip. – The blade will stop. – The motor will stop. ATTENTION Before every mowing job, make sure that the motor stop safety control bar is working perfectly. – When the safety control bar is released, the cutter must come to a standstill within 3 seconds. If this is not the case, please consult your nearest authorised workshop.

Operation with grass collector WARNING When operating the equipment with a collecting bag, the bag must be completely assembled and in technically perfect condition. While mowing, ensure that the collector is emptied in good time. The turbo signal on the collector will indicate when the collector should be emptied. IMPORTANT Make sure that the chute (1) S1 is not bent when handling the collector. Turbo signal (shows when the grass collector is full) (Illustration J + K ) There is an indicator on the top of the collector that shows whether the collector is empty or full: – The collector indicator inflates if the collector is empty and during the mowing J . – If the collector is full, the indicator collapses; once this happens, stop mowing immediately and empty the collector K .

IMPORTANT If the fabric of the grass collector is very dirty the turbo indicator will not inflate – in this case, clean the fabric immediately. The grass collector will only collect grass perfectly if it is permeable to air. IMPORTANT Do not clean the grass collector with hot water! Emptying the grass collector (Illustration L ) – Switch off engine. – Lift ejection flap. – Unhinge the full grass collector from the mower at the carrying strap – the ejection flap closes automatically. – Empty the collector thoroughly whilst holding it by the carrying strap and on the bottom.7 Operation without grass collector WARNING When mowing without grass collector the ejection flap on the mower housing must always be closed (flap down).

Mowing on slopes NOTE The mower can be used on banks and slopes with a gradient of up to 58% (30° angle). For safety reasons, however, we urgently recommend you do not exploit this theoretical performance potential. Always make sure you have a firm stance. Manually guided lawnmowers should never be used for slopes with a gradient in excess of 26% (15° angle of slope). Stability may be lost. Handling the cable during use Prepare the cable in such a way that the machine can pull it behind easily over the lawn area already mown. When the mower is turned, the cable relief automatically places the cable on the other side of the handle bar. Make sure that the cable is kept away from the cutting tools and does not form any loops. Examine the mains connection cable before any mowing for signs of damage and only use it if it is in perfect condition. Checking operating safety The lawnmower is equipped with a motor stop device. Before every mowing job, make sure that the motor stop safety control bar is working perfectly. When the control bar is released, the motor and cutter bar must come to a standstill within three seconds. After release, the bar must always return to the position shown in the "component description" diagram. If this is not the case, it must be checked immediately by an authorised workshop. Risk of injury! If the blade run-on time is longer, stop using the equipment and take it to an authorised workshop. Measuring run-on time After the electric motor has been started, the blade rotates and a wind-like noise can be heard. The run-on time corresponds to the duration of the wind-like noise after the electric motor has been switched off, it can be measured using a stopwatch. Machine safety and protective devices must not be manipulated or disabled. Make sure that all protective devices have been attached properly and are not damaged. Check the upper part of the bar (insulation) for damage. If the casing should be damaged, contact the nearest authorised workshop without delay, since otherwise injuries (electric shock) can occur through touching the live parts. To avoid risk, check the condition and firm attachment of the blade before every mowing job. The blade attachment screw must always be tightened by an authorised workshop since an insulation protection test always has to be carried out after repairs and maintenance work on insulation parts (e.g. blade screw) in accordance with the applicable standard DIN EN 60335. A worn or damaged blade must always be replaced. (refer here to the chapter "Cutter blade care") In addition, check the fan, blade coupling and fan housing every 10 operating hours for wear and a tight fit. Also check equipment screws and nuts for a firm fit and tighten if necessary. If the mower mechanism becomes blocked e.g. by colliding with an obstacle, have an authorised workshop check whether any parts of the mower are damaged or deformed. Always have any necessary repairs done by an authorised workshop too. If the machine starts to vibrate unusually heavily or to make unusual noises, please have it checked immediately by an authorised workshop. Time restrictions In Germany, the set hours for operating lawnmowers are regulated in the "32nd Ordinance implementing the Federal Emissions Protection Act (32nd BImSch-V)". In addition, there may be regional restrictions (e.g. to protect midday peace), which can be issued by the respective local authority. Tips on caring for your lawn (Illustration M ) WARNING Remove any objects (stones, wood, branches, etc.) from the lawn before each cut; but still watch out for objects lying around during the mowing process. Ask your dealer about lawn care instructions. Information and instructions about mowing can also be found on the manufacturer website.

15 SERVICE INTERVALS IMPORTANT Avoid damage! Under extreme or unusual conditions, shorter servicing intervals than the ones specified below may be necessary. If you establish any problems, please contact an authorised workshop. Carry out routine servicing on the machine in line with the following servicing intervals. Work must be carried out at the following servicing intervals in addition to the maintenance work listed in these operating instructions. Before initial use

• Check all screw connections for a tight fit.

• Check the cutting blade screw and have an authorised workshop tighten it if necessary.

• Check whether the safety control bar for the engine brake is working perfectly.

• Check that all protective devices have been attached properly and are not damaged. Before every operation

• Check the lawn area and remove any objects.

• Check the area of the boundary wires (if an automatic mower is being used for lawn care).

• Check the condition and firm fit of the blade, if necessary have an authorised workshop tighten the blade screw.

• Check whether the safety control bar for the engine brake is working perfectly.

• Check that all protective devices have been attached properly and are not damaged.

• Check grass collecting equipment for wear or loss of functionality.

• Check the upper part of the bar (insulation) for damage.

• Check the connection cable for damage and ageing. Every 10 operating hours

• Check all screw connections for a tight fit.

• Check the fan, blade coupling and fan housing regularly for wear and a tight fit. After every operation

• Check the blade for damage and wear. Every 15-20 operating hours or annually

• Lubricate the wheel bearings.

16 CARE AND SERVICING OF YOUR LAWNMOWER

Regular care is the best way to guarantee a long service life and problem-free operation. Insufficient equipment maintenance will lead to safety-related faults! Only use original spare parts because only those guarantee safety and quality!

Cleaning (Illustration O ) Remove dirt and grass residue immediately after finishing mowing. Place the mower on its side and use a brush or cloth to clean. ATTENTION Do not put your fingers into the openings of the fan housing and hold onto the fan. If the blade bar is rotated during cleaning, there is a risk that your fingers may become caught between the fan and the fan housing! IMPORTANT Never spray the mower with water. This may damage the electrical systems. Storage Always keep the machine in a clean condition in a closed, dry room out of reach of children. Always allow the engine to cool down before you store the machine in a closed room.8 Collapsing the handle (Illustration A1 ) NOTE Before the handlebar is folded over, the cutting height must be set to position 3 (40 mm) or higher I . The handlebar cannot be folded completely in the two lower cutting positions. – To save storage space or for transportation, loosen the four wing nuts so that the guide tube can be folded together without resistance in a Z-shape above the engine A1 . The toothed plastic adaptations on the bottom bar end must snap out of the cut-out on the housing. – Do not kink nor squeeze the cable in the process. CAUTION When folding the bar for transport and storage purposes, when loosening the wing nuts and snapping the toothed plastic adaptations from the cut-out on the housing, it is possible that unintentional upsetting of the bar may occur. In addition, this may result in crushed points between the top and bottom part of the bar as well as the housing. This may result in a risk of injury! IMPORTANT Make sure that the cables are not pinched, squeezed, twisted or overstretched when the handlebars are folded apart or collapsed! Always run the cables along the outside of the bar connection. A damaged cable may result in a technical defect of the equipment. Transporting and securing the equipment (Illustration N ) – If the equipment has to be carried, do not hold the ejection flap! Hold the carrying handle at the front and at the back (see Figure N ). Please take the weight of the machine into consideration before lifting it (see Technical Data). Lifting large weights can result in health problems. We recommend that two people should always lift or carry the equipment. – Transport the unit upright on all 4 wheels to avoid damage to the equipment and personal injury. – Park the means of transport on level ground so that the equipment cannot roll away before it is secured. – Remove the collecting bag and secure it separately during transport. – Secure the equipment with approved load-securing devices (e.g. tie-down straps with clamping elements) on or inside the vehicle. Tie-down straps are belt bands made of synthetic fibres. Every tie-down strap is marked with a label. The label contains important details for application. The information on this label must be heeded when using the tie-down strap. – For loaded goods that can roll, we recommend using direct strapping with four lashing straps. Secure the wheels of the equipment in such a way that it does not move during transportation. NOTE Do not tighten the belts too firmly. Fixing the equipment too firmly can cause damage. Maintenance of the blade A sharp blade guarantees optimum cutting performance. Before you start mowing, always check the condition and firm attachment of the cutting blade. The blade attachment screw must always be tightened by an authorised workshop. If the blade screw is too tight or too loose, the blade coupling and cutter bar can become damaged or loose which can lead to serious injuries. A worn or damaged blade must always be replaced. Sharpening and balancing the blade (Illustration Q ) WARNING The sharpening and balancing of the blade should be carried out only by an authorized specialist workshop, since according to the applicable standard DIN EN 60335, an insulation test must always be carried out following repairs or maintenance work to insulating components (e.g. blade screws). An improperly sharpened or unbalanced blade can cause severe vibrations, and damage the lawnmower. The cutting edges of the blade must only be ground down to the mark (1) (see illustration Q ) on the blade (ring). Warning! Keep to a grinding angle of 30°. Your professional workshop can check this value - (grinding limit) for you! WARNING A blade by which the wear limit (marking) has been exceeded can break off and spin away; this can cause severe injuries. Replacing the blade WARNING The cutter bar must always be replaced by an authorised workshop since an insulation protection test always has to be carried out after repairs and maintenance work on insulation parts (e.g. blade screw) in accordance with the applicable standard DIN EN 60335. In addition, a wrongly assembled cutting blade coupling can allow the cutter bar to become loose, which can lead to serious injuries.

– Only use genuine cutter bars for replacement. Non-equivalent spare parts can damage the machine and are a safety hazard. – Replacement cutting tool must be marked permanently with the name and/or company logo of the manufacturer or supplier and the part number.

Servicing the wheels (Illustration S ) Lubricate the wheel bearings once a year or every 15-20 operating hours. – Remove the wheel caps S . – Use a socket wrench to loosen the hexagon nut, washer and wheels. – After the bearings have been lubricated with roller bearing grease "KAJO-Longlife grease LZR 2", push the wheels back in place, replace the washer, fix the hexagon nut and tighten until the wheels can just about turn easily but without play. Replace the wheel caps.

If the motor does not start 5 seconds after the unit is started No power supply. Connect the plug C2 . Check the fuse. Power cable damaged. Get it checked by an authorised workshop. Cutting height has been set too low (grass is too high and blocks the starting of the motor). Set a higher cutting height I . Machine tilts when starting it. Too much grass waste in the housing. Clean the cutting chamber of grass, ensure that the gap between fan and housing is kept clean (pull the plug first!).

Get it checked by an authorised workshop.

Have it checked by an authorized dealer

Unclean cut, lawn is yellow Blade blunt. Have it sharpened and balanced by an authorized dealer Q . Cutting height too low. Adjust to higher cutting height I . Mowing too fast. Adjust mowing speed. Insufficient overlapping of cuts when mowing. Tall grass conditions may dictate that more overlapping of cuts is required. Lawn becomes matted. A lawn scarifier can remedy the problem considerably

Ejection blocked Turbo signal has not been detected J + K . Empty the grass collector L . Cutting height too low for grass that is too high. Adjust to higher cutting height I . Pushing mower too fast. Adjust mowing speed. Grass not dry. Let grass dry.

Repairs to electrical machines must always be performed only by qualified electricians. Please do not repair them yourself. In the case of faults and defects which have not been listed here, please contact the nearest authorized dealer. This applies in particular to appliances with electrical motors, as when these are repaired they must always undergo an insulation protection test. Your authorized dealer will also help you if you do not wish to perform any of the maintenance work described here yourself.9 18 TECHNICAL DATA Motor Motor Alternating current motor Connection voltage 230 V Power 1300 W Motor speed 3000 min

Mower Housing Impact-resistant plastic (PP) Cutting width 400 mm Cutting heights Central, 24, 32, 40, 50, 60, 75 mm Adjustable-height handlebar 3-way Grass collector capacity 44 litres Weight 22 kg Length 1400 mm Width 455 mm Height 970 mm Wheels front / rear Ø 150 mm / Ø 180 mm Bearing front / rear Cup-and-cone bearing

Sound power level Guaranteed sound power level; measured according to 2000/14/EC

Sound pressure level Emission sound pressure level at operator's workplace; measured according to EN 60335-2-77 Measuring inaccuracy; according to ISO 4871

Vibrations Vibrations on the lawnmower’s handlebar; measured according to EN 60335-2-77 Measuring inaccuracy; according to EN12096