ES 1231 - Lawn mower Grizzly - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL ES 1231 Grizzly

Translation of the original instructions for use ....................................48 Before initial start-up, please read through these operating instructions carefully prior to using the machine. Keep the instructions safe and pass them on to any subsequent user so that the information is always available.

• Content Use p. 48
• Safety instructions p. 48
• Symbols / Instructions on the implement p. 49
• Symbols in the manual p. 49
• General notes on safety p. 49
• Functional parts p. 53
• Functional description p. 54
• Assembling instructions p. 54
• Extent of the delivery p. 54
• Assembling the handle bar p. 54
• Mounting and emptying the collection bag p. 54
• Operation p. 55
• Setting the working positions p. 55
• Switchingonando󰀨 p. 55
• Working with the implement p. 56
• Exchanging the cylinder p. 57
• Cleaning, maintenance, storage p. 57
• General cleaning and maintenance work p. 57
• Storage p. 58
• Disposal and protection of the environment p. 58
• Guarantee p. 58
• Repair Service p. 58
• Replacement parts/Accessories p. 59
• Technical data p. 59
• Trouble shooting p. 60
• Use Thisimplementisused:Asaverticutor to cultivate the grass sward and thereby regenerate the lawn. Thisapplianceisnotsuitableforcom- mercial use. Commercial use will void the warranty. Anyotherusethatisnotspecicallyap- proved in these Instructions can result in damage to the implement and could be a serious danger to the user. Theimplementmustonlybeoperatedby adults. Children and people who are not familiar with these Instructions must not be allowed to use this implement. Never operate this implement while it is raining and in a wet environment. Theowneroroperatorisresponsiblefor accidents or harm to people and their property. Themanufacturercannotbeheldliable for damage caused by incorrect operation of the implement or if it is not used in con- formity with its intended purpose. Safety instructions Thissectioncoversthebasicsafetyin- structions when working with this imple- ment. Beforerstusingthemachine, please read this instruction manual carefully, for your own safety and for the safety of others. Keep the manual in a safe place and pass it on to any subsequent owner to en- sure that the information contained therein is available at all times. Translation of the original EC declaration of conformity p. 130
• Exploded Drawing p. 134
• Grizzly Service-Center p. 1354

Symbols / Instructions on the implement WARNING! TheseInstructionsmustberead! Dangerofinjuryduetoung-out material! Keep bystanders well away from the implement.. Dangerofelectricshock if the power cable is dam- aged! Always ensure that the power cable is kept well away from the implement and its cutting tools! CAUTION–Sharptools:Ensure that the hands and feet are kept well away from the cutting tools. Thecuttingcylindercontinuesto rotatebrieyafterthemotorhas beenswitchedo󰀨! Always disconnect the plug from the mains prior to maintenance work or if the power cable is damaged! Cautionwithsteps!Turno󰀨 the power when the imple- ment is to be carried across steps!

Noise level ratings L

in dB(A). Protection Class

Electrically powered implements must not be disposed of with the domestic waste. Working width Read the Operating Instructions before setting up for work. Symbols in the manual Warning symbols with informa- tion on damage and injury pre- vention. Instruction symbols (the instruc- tion is explained at the place of the exclamation mark) with information on preventing damage.. Helpsymbolswithinformationon improving tool handling. General notes on safety Thisimplementcancause serious injuries if it is not properly used. Please read these Operating Instructions carefully and familiarize yourself with all the control elements before operating this implement. Keep these Operating Instructions in a readily accessible place so that this information is al- ways at your disposal. Operating the implement: WARNING!Theimplement can cause serious injuries. Howtoaavoidaccidents and injuries:50

• Theimplementisnotsuitable for use by children.

• Never allow children and peo- ple who are not familiar with these Operating Instructions to use the implement. Local regu- lations may stipulate a mini- mum age for operators.

• Never start up the implement while other people, but espe- cially children and domestic pets, are in the vicinity.

• Check the area on which the im- plement is to be used. Remove all stones, sticks, wire and other foreign bodies that could be caughtupandungout. Never use the implement to level out uneven patches.

• Always wear appropriate pro- tectiveworkclothesandrm shoes with non-slip soles, strong long trousers, ear defenders and goggles. Never operate the implement while bare footed or when wearing open sandals. Theprotectivedevicesand your personal protective equip- ment will protect yourself and other people and ensure that the equipment can be smoothly operated

• Never operate the implement if it is damaged, incomplete or hasbeenmodiedwithoutthe consent of the manufacturer. Never work with damaged or missing protective devices (e.g. starting lever, unlocking knob, impact protector). Never disen- gage protective devices (e.g. by tying the starting lever).This ensures that the equipment re- mains safe.

• Before starting the equip- ment, ensure that no objects or branches are pushed into the blade opening, that the equip- ment is standing stably and that the workspace is tidy and not blocked. Check the condition of your ex- tension cable and the connecting cable of your equipment. Use the necessary protective equipment. Thereisariskofinjury.

• If your equipment vibrates or emits unusual noises when switched on, disconnect the plug from the socket and check the cutting cylinder. Ensure that no remains of chopped matter are blocking the cutting cylinder or jammed between the blades. Ifyoundnoproblems,return the equipment to a customer service centre.

• If the blades no longer cut cor- rectly or if the motor is over- loaded, check all the parts of your equipment and replace the worn parts. If a more extensive repair is required, contact a customer service centre. Use:

• CAUTION–Averysharptool. Avoidcuttingyourngersor toes. While working always keepyourfeetandngerswell away from the cutting cylinder andtheejectoropening.There is the danger of serious injury!

• Donotoperatetheimple- ment while it is raining, in poor weather conditions and when the surrounding area and lawn are wet. Operate the implement only during daylight hours or51

with bright lighting. Thereisa risk of accidents.

• Donotoperatetheimplement if you are tired or are lacking in concentration and after having drunk alcohol or taken medi- cine. Always take a work break in due time. Approach the work with common sense. A moment of carelessness when using the equipment can result in se- rious injury.

• Familiarize yourself with the terrain and remain focused on the potential hazards that you could miss on account of the motor noise.

• Always maintain a secure foot- ing while working, especially on a sloping terrain. Always work across slopes - never up and down! Be particularly careful when changing the travelling direction.Donotworkonvery steep slopes. Thisenablesyou to control the equipment better in unexpected situations.

• Always guide the implement at a walking pace with both hands on the handle. Be especially careful when you turn the imple- ment around or draw it towards you.Dangerofstumbling!

• Start or actuate the starting lever with care and in conform- ity with the directions in these Instructions.

• Donottilttheimplementwhen starting, other than it has to be lifted. In this case tilt the imple- ment only to the extent that is absolutely necessary and always lift the implement on the side that is opposite to the operator.

• Never operate the implement without the attached collection bagorimpactprotector.Dan- ger of injury! Always keep well away from the ejector opening.

• Donotoperatetheimplement inthevicinityofinammable liquids or gases as this could giverisetothedangerofare or explosion.

• Always disconnect the plug from the mains socket before working. Work intervals:

• After the implement has been turnedo󰀨,thecuttingcylinder will continue to rotate for a few seconds. Keep hands and feet well away.

• Donottouchthespringtines before the implement has been disconnected from the mains and the spring tines have come to a complete standstill. Risk of injury owing to a sharp implement!

• Only remove plant parts when the implement is standing com- pletely still. Ensure that the grass ejector opening is clean and free.

• Switcho󰀨thepowerwhenthe implement is to be transported, lifted or tilted and when travers- ing other surfaces than grass.

• Never leave the implement un- attended at the place of work. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.

• Alwaysswitcho󰀨theimplement and disconnect the power plug: - Whenever you leave the im- plement52

- Before you clean the ejector opening or unblock or unclog the implement - When the implement is not being used - Duringallmaintenanceand cleaning work - When the power cable is damaged or has become tangled - When the implement hits an obstruction during work or when unusual vibrations arise. Establish the cause and see if the implement has beendamaged.Donotrepair ityourself!Havetheimple- ment repaired by an author- ised workshop!

• Store the implement in a dry place well out of reach of children. CAUTION!Thefollowing states how to avoid damage to the implement and any re- sulting harm to people: Take care of your implement:

• Switcho󰀨thepowerwhen the implement is to be carried across steps.

• Inspect the implement each time before it is to be used. Never operate the implement if safety devices (e.g. impact protector, parts of the cutting facility or bolts are missing, worn out or damaged. Check especially the power cable and startingleverfordamage.To avoid imbalance, all tools and bolts must be exchanged as complete sets.

• Only use spare parts and ac- cessories that have been sup- plied or recommended by the manufacturer.Theuseofalien parts results in the immediate loss of all guarantee claims.

• Ensure that all nuts, bolts and screwsarermlytightenedand that the implement is in a safe working state.

• Never try to repair the imple- ment yourself, other than you have been trained accordingly. All work that has not been list- ed in these Instructions must only be carried out by author- ised servicing agencies.

• Treattheimplementwiththe greatest care. Always keep the tool clean for better and safer work. Follow the maintenance instructions.

• Never overload the implement. Always work within the speci- edcapacityrange.Donotuse low-power machines for heavy- dutywork.Donotoperatethe implement for purposes for which it is not intended. Electrical safety: CAUTION!Thefollowing states how to avoid ac- cidents and injuries due to electric shock:

• Before each use, carry out a visual inspection of the power and extension cables for signs of damage or ageing. Damaged mains power cables increase the risk of electric shock.53

• Connect the implement to a power socket with a residual- current circuit breaker that has a rated current of not more than 30 mA.

• Always keep the extension ca- ble well away from the cutting tools. Should the power cable be- come damaged during work, then instantly disconnect the power cable from the mains.DONOTTOUCHTHE POWERCABLEBEFOREIT HASBEENDISCONNECTED FROMTHEMAINS!Riskof electric shock.

• If the power cable for this equipment is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufac- turer, a customer service agent of the same or a similarly quali- edpersoninordertoprevent hazards.

• Keep the extension cables away from the sprung tines. Thetinesmaydamagetheca- bles and result in contact with live parts.

• Check that the mains voltage is the same as indicated on the rating plate.

• Avoid body contact with earthed parts (e.g. metal fenc- es, metal posts). Thereisan increased risk of electric shock if your body is earthed.

• Only use approved extension cablesofthetypeH05RN-F with a maximum length of 75 m and which have been approved foropen-airuse.Thestranded cord diameter of the extension cable must be at least 2.5 mm

Always unreel a cable drum to its full length so that the entire cable can be checked for dam- age.

• Use the envisaged cable sus- pension when attaching an ex- tension cable.

• Never pull the cable to discon- nect the plug from the socket. Protect the cable from heat, oil and sharp edges.

• If the connecting cable is dam- aged,rstdisconnecttheex- tension cable from the socket. Youcanthendisconnectthe connecting cable of the equip- ment. Functional parts Theillustrationhowtohandlethe appliance can be found on page 2-4.

1 Upper handle bar 2 Centre bars 3 Collection bag (sold separately) 4 Impact protector 5 Lower bar 6 2 Phillips screws for mounting the bar 7 2 rear wheels 8 2 wheels 9 Implement case 10 Setting button 11 a/b 2 cable clamps 12 a/b 4 screws and 4 wing nuts for attaching the bar 13 Connector 14 Unlocking button 15 Cable strain relief 16 Starting lever 17 Scarierdrumw/blade(installed) 18 Aerator cylinder with sprung tines (sold separately)54

19 Shaft 20 Mounting bolt for drum 21 Bearing cover

22 Bag rod assembly 23 Plastic links 24 Pins Functional description Theverticutorandlawnaeratorhastwo easily exchangeable work cylinders: An aerator cylinder made of hard plastic with vertically rotating sprung tines, and a verticutor cylinder with vertically mounted high-grade steel knives. Theimplementfeaturesahigh-quality plastic case with collection bag and a handle bar with a folding function. Please refer to the subsequent descriptions for the actual functions of the individual con- trol elements. Assembling instructions Prior to any work on the implement always disconnect the plug from the power socket! Extent of the delivery Carefully unpack the implement and check that all the subsequently listed parts are complete:

• Implement case with verticutor cylin- der and impact protector

• Complete bar assembly with start lever, power plug, release knob and permanently attached power cord

• Mounting accessories:

• Instruction Manual Ensure during assembly that the power cable is not squeezed and thatithassu󰀩cientplay. Assembling the handle bar

1. Insert the lower bar (5) into the

implement case (9) and screw it on with the two Philips screws.

2. Secure the two centre bars (2)

to the lower bar (5) with the screws and wing nuts (12a).

3. Use the screws and wing nuts

(12b) from the package to mount the upper bar (1) on the two cross bars (2).

4. Use the two cable clips (11 a/b) to

attach the power cord to the bar. Mounting and emptying the collection bag (sold separately)

WARNING: Never operate the

implement without the impact protector. Danger of Injury! Thecollectionbagisdeliveredinafolded state and must therefore be assembled before it is mounted on the implement.

1. Slip the plastic straps (23) over

Mounting the collection bag on the implement:

that it holds the collection bag (3) in its position. Removing and emptying the collection bag:

5. Lift the impact protector (4) and

take out the collection bag (3). Operation Please observe local regulations concerning noise protection. Setting the working positions Theimplementhas4principal position settings: Transport position: Thispositionsetsthemaximum safety spacing between the tool andtheoor. Working position: Set this position when working with a new implement. Readjustment positions: Theworkingpositioncanbeloweredwith increased knife and sprung tine wear. Wearcanbeidentiedfromanincreas- ingly poor result. Thereadjustingdepthamountstoapprox. 3 mm per setting. When the implement is delivered it isintheTransportPositionsetting

1. Checkthattheapplianceisturnedo󰀨

before adjusting the working position.

2. Pull up the adjusting knob (see

no.10).Turntheknobasappropriate and push it down to snap in. Use your other hand to hold the appliance. Thesettingbuttonisnotintended for height adjustment but rather to compensate for wear. Selection of a readjustment position without the corresponding wear can overload the motor and damage the cylinder. Switching on and off Before switching on the imple- ment ensure that it is not in contact with any objects. Keep your feet and hands well away from the cylinder and the ejector opening. Danger of injury!

1. Place the implement on a level

2. Form a loop in the end of the

power cable and hang it into the strain relief (15).

3. Connect the implement to the

button on the handle (14) and simultaneously press the starting lever (16). Release the unlocking button (14).

5. Toswitcho󰀨releasethestarting

lever (16). Overload protection: Themotoris automaticallyswitchedo󰀨whenthe implement is overloaded. Release56

the starting lever and reset the imple- ment after a cooling down period of approx. 1 minute. WARNING! The cylinder con- tinues to run for a brief period after the implement has been switched o󰀨. Do not tilt or carry the implement while the motor is still running and do not touch the cylinder while it is still rotat- ing.Danger of injury! Working with the implement Tomaintainawellcared-forlawnitshould be aerated every 4 to 6 weeks. Verticuting is a more intensive intervention than aerating and should only be carried out once a year, the best time being in spring after the lawn has been mown for thersttime. When working on slopes always proceed across the slope. Be particularly careful when walking backwards and pulling the imple- ment. Danger of stumbling! Theshorterthegrass,thebetterthe lawn can be treated. Furthermore, the implement is less stressed and the service life of the cylinder is pro- longed.

• Theimplementcanbeoperatedwith or without the collection bag. Recommendation: Work with the col- lection bag for aerating and without the collection bag for verticuting.

• Toensurethatthecollisionguardap closes properly, remove any earth that may have collected on the collision guard springs and/or the housing. When working without the bag, check thatthecollisionguardapistightly closed.

• Mow the lawn to the required grass height.

• Donotusethescarierinlonggrass. It may otherwise wind around the scarierbladeandresultindamageto the equipment.

• Select the appropriate working or readjustment position (in the event of cylinder wear) so that the implement is not overloaded.

• Commence work in the vicinity of the power socket and proceed away from the socket.

• Always ensure that the extension cable is behind you, and after turning move it to the side that has already been treated.

• Guide the implement at a walking pace down lanes that are as straight aspossible.Toensureuninterrupted aerating or verticuting the individual lanes should always overlap by a few centimetres.Dwellingtoolongatthe same place while the implement is running can damage the grass sward.

• Toensurethattheextensioncable is not an impediment, turn the imple- ment in such a manner that the cable strain release on the bar always faces the side that has been treated. After work and to transport the im- plement disconnect the power plug and wait until the cylinder is stand- ing still.

• Adjust the transport position setting (see “Setting the Working Position”) when transporting the implement.

• Lift the implement to transport it over steps and sensitive surfaces (e.g. tiles).57

• Always clean the implement after each use (see “Cleaning, Mainte- nance, Storage”).

• After having treated lawns with dense moss growth, it is advisable to reseed the lawn so that it can regenerate it- self quicker. Exchanging the cylinder Switcho󰀨theimplement,discon- nect the mains plug and wait until the cylinder is standing still. Wear gloves when handling the cylinder.

2. Release the fastening screw

(20) and fold the bearing cover (21) away.

3. Tiltthecylinderupwardsand

pull the shaft (19) out of its seat.

4. Insert the new cylinder by re-

versing the sequence. Cleaning, maintenance, storage Work that has not been de- scribed in these Instructions must be carried out by a servic- ing agency authorised by us. Only use original parts. Wear gloves when handling the cyl- inder. Prior to all maintenance and clean- ingworkalwaysswitcho󰀨theim- plement, disconnect the plug from the power socket and wait until the cylinder is standing still. General cleaning and maintenance work Do not jet water onto the imple- ment and do not clean it under owing water. This would result in the danger of an electric shock and the implement could be damaged.

• Whenworkhasnishedremoveplant residues adhering to the wheels, in- side the ventilation opening, the grass ejectoropeningandthecylinder.Doe not use hard or pointed objects for this purpose as they could damage the implement.
• Toensurethatthecollisionguardapcloses properly, remove any earth that may have collected on the collision guard springs and/or the housing.
• Completely empty the collection bag.

• Alwayskeeptheimplementclean.Do not use cleaning agents or solvents. We cannot be held liable for damage caused by our implements if they were improperly repaired, if non-original parts have been used or if they were used not in keeping with their intended purpose.58

• Store the implement in a dry place well out of reach of children.

• Allow the motor to cool down before placing the implement in a closed room.

• Donotwrapnylonsacksaroundthe implement as this could result in the formation of moisture.

Tostoretheappliance,youcan reduce its footprint by loosening the wing nuts (12a/b) and folding down the bar. Ensure that the cables are not squeezed. Disposal and protection of the environment Disposeoftheimplement,accessories and packaging in an environment-friendly manner. Electrically-powered appliances must not be disposed of with the domestic waste. Handinthespentimplementtoarecy- clingcentre.Theplasticandmetalparts can then be sorted out and graded for re- cycling. Our Service Center will be happy to answer any questions in this respect. We will dispose of your implements free of charge Guarantee

• Thereisa24-monthwarrantyonthis appliance.Thisnon-transferablewar- ranty applies to the original purchaser only.

• Thisapplianceisnotsuitableforcom- mercial use. Commercial use will void the warranty.

• Thisguaranteedoesnotapplyto natural wear, overloading or improper use. Certain parts are subject to nor- mal wear and are excluded from the guarantee.Thisappliesespeciallyto the aerator and verticutor cylinders.

• Toqualifyforanywarrantyclaims,you must also service the appliance at the intervalsspeciedintheoperatingin- structions and comply with the cleaning, maintenance and servicing information.

• Damagecausedbymaterialormanu- facturer faults will be remedied free of charge by replacement or repair.

• Claim for such damages by returning the non-dismantled unit together with its receipt slip and warranty card to your dealer. Repair Service

• Repairs that are not subject to this guar- antee can be carried out by our Service Center against a corresponding charge. Our Service Center will be happy to sub- mit a cost estimate. We can only deal with implements that have been adequately packed and car- riage paid.

• Implements dispatched by unpaid carriage – as bulky goods, by ex- press or other special freight forms – will not be accepted.

• We will dispose of your implements free of charge59

Replacement parts/ Accessories Spare parts and accessories can be obtained at www.grizzly-service.eu. If you do not have internet access, please contact the Service Centre (see “Grizzly Service-Center”). Please have the order number mentioned below ready. Scarierdrum ...........................

= 3 dB Sound power level (L

measured ......98.6 dB(A); K

Thestatedvibrationemissionvaluewas measured in accordance with a standard testing procedure and may be used to compare one power tool to another. Thestatedvibrationemissionvaluemay also be used for a preliminary exposure assessment.

Warning: Thevibrationemission

valuemaydi󰀨erduringactualuse of the power tool from the stated value depending on the manner in which the power tool is used. Safety precautions aimed at pro- tecting the user should be based on estimated exposure under actual usage conditions (all parts of the operating cycle are to be considered, including, for example, times during which the power tool is turnedo󰀨andtimeswhenthetool is turned on but is running idle). Thenoiseandvibrationvalueshavebeen determined in accordance with the stand- ardsandregulationsspeciedinthedec- laration of conformity. Technicalandvisualmodicationsmay be made without notice in the course of further development. All dimensions, informationandspecicationsinthese operating instructions are therefore not guaranteed. As such, no assertion of legal claims can be enforced on the basis of the operating instructions.60

Trouble shooting Problem Possible cause Remedy Abnormal noises, clatter or vibra- tions Foreign body on cylinder Remove foreign body Damagedsprungtinesorcyl- inder knives Exchange cylinder Cylinder incorrectly mounted Install cylinder correctly (see chap- ter on exchanging the cylinder) Toothed-beltslip Repair by After-Sales Service Implement does not start No power Check power socket, cable, line; re- paironlybyqualiedelectrician Defectivestartlever or re- lease button Repair by After-Sales Service Carbon brushes worn out Motor defective Motor fails Blocked by foreign body Remove foreign body Grass is too long Mow beforehand; see chapter “Op- eration” Clogged discharge Clean discharge Overload protection tripped Allow implement to cool down for about 1 minute Work result not satisfactory Sprung tines of aerator cylin- der worn out Exchange cylinder Knives of verticutor cylinder blunt or damaged Exchange cylinder Toothedbeltdefective Repair by After-Sales Service TransportPositionorincor- rect Working Position se- lected Select Working Position or Readjust Position (see chapter “Setting the Working Positions) Grass is too long Mow beforehand; see chapter “Op- eration”61

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Germany *The object of the declaration described above satises the provisions of Directive 2011/65/EU of the European Par- liament and the Council of 8 June 2011 on limiting the use of certain harmful substances in electrical and electronic appliances.