GAM-E 33/1 - Lawn mower Gardol - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL GAM-E 33/1 Gardol

1. Safety regulations

2. Layout and items supplied

5. Before starting the equipment

7. Cleaning, maintenance and ordering of spare parts

8. Storage and transport

9. Disposal and recycling

This equipment is not allowed to be used by children. Children should be supervised so that they do not play with the equipment. Children are not allowed to carry out the cleaning or maintenance. This equip- ment is not allowed to be used by people with limited physical, sen- sory or mental capacities or by those with insuffi cient knowledge or experience unless they are supervised or instructed by a person who is responsible for them. Danger! - Read the operating instructions to reduce the risk of inquiry Anl_GAM_E_33_Li_1_SPK7.indb 19Anl_GAM_E_33_Li_1_SPK7.indb 19 30.10.2017 09:44:2030.10.2017 09:44:20GB

Danger! When using the equipment, a few safety pre- cautions must be observed to avoid injuries and damage. Please read the complete operating instructions and safety regulations with due care. Keep this manual in a safe place, so that the in- formation is available at all times. If you give the equipment to any other person, hand over these operating instructions and safety regulations as well. We cannot accept any liability for damage or accidents which arise due to a failure to follow these instructions and the safety instructions.

1. Safety regulations

The corresponding safety information can be found in the enclosed booklet. Danger! Read all safety regulations and instructions. Any errors made in following the safety regula- tions and instructions may result in an electric shock, fi re and/or serious injury. Keep all safety regulations and instructions in a safe place for future use. Explanation of the warning signs on the equipment (see Fig. 15)

1. Read the directions for use before operating

2. Keep your distance!

3. Caution: Sharp blades! Pull out the safety

plug before carrying out any repair work or if the power cable is damaged. The blades will continue to rotate after the motor is switched off .

4. Protect the equipment from rain and damp

6. Dispose of batteries correctly

2. Layout and items supplied

5. Central cutting height adjustment

Please check that the article is complete as specifi ed in the scope of delivery. If parts are missing, please contact our service center or the sales outlet where you made your purchase at the latest within 5 working days after purchasing the product and upon presentation of a valid bill of purchase. Also, refer to the warranty table in the service information at the end of the operating instructions.

Open the packaging and take out the equip- ment with care.

Remove the packaging material and any packaging and/or transportation braces (if available).

Check to see if all items are supplied.

Inspect the equipment and accessories for transport damage.

If possible, please keep the packaging until the end of the guarantee period. Danger! The equipment and packaging material are not toys. Do not let children play with plastic bags, foils or small parts. There is a danger of swallowing or suff ocating!

Original operating instructions

The lawn mower is intended for private use i.e. for use in home and gardening environments. Private use of the lawn mower refers an annual operating time generally not exceeding that of 50 hours, during which time the equipment is primarily used to maintain small-scale, residential lawns and home/hobby gardens. Public facilities, sporting halls, and agricultural/forestry applica- tions are excluded. Important. Due to the high risk of bodily injury to the user, the lawn mower may not be used to trim bushes, hedges or shrubs, to cut scaling vege- tation, planted roofs, or balcony-grown grass, to clean (suck up) dirt and debris off walkways, or to chop up tree or hedge clippings. Moreover, the lawn mower may not be used as a power cultiva- tor to level out high areas such as molehills. For safety reasons, the lawn mower may not be used as a drive unit for other work tools or toolkits of any kind, unless they have been expressly per- mitted by the manufacturer. The equipment is to be used only for its prescri- bed purpose. Any other use is deemed to be a case of misuse. The user / operator and not the manufacturer will be liable for any damage or inju- ries of any kind caused as a result of this. Please note that our equipment has not been de- signed for use in commercial, trade or industrial applications. Our warranty will be voided if the machine is used in commercial, trade or industrial businesses or for equivalent purposes.

Important! The charger is allowed to be used only for the lithium-ion batteries of the Gardol Power-X- Change series! Sound and vibration values were measured in ac- cordance with the standards EN ISO 3744:1995, EN ISO 11094:1991 and EN ISO 20643:2008. Keep the noise emissions and vibrations to a minimum.

Only use appliances which are in perfect wor- king order.

Service and clean the appliance regularly.

Adapt your working style to suit the appliance.

Do not overload the appliance.

Have the appliance serviced whenever ne- cessary.

Switch the appliance off when it is not in use.

Wear protective gloves. Caution! Residual risks Even if you use this electric power tool in accordance with instructions, certain resi- dual risks cannot be rules out. The following Anl_GAM_E_33_Li_1_SPK7.indb 21Anl_GAM_E_33_Li_1_SPK7.indb 21 30.10.2017 09:44:2030.10.2017 09:44:20GB

hazards may arise in connection with the equipment’s construction and layout:

3. Health damage caused by hand-arm vib-

rations if the equipment is used over a pro- longed period or is not properly guided and maintained. Danger! The electric power tool generates an electro- magnetic fi eld during operation. Under certain circumstances this fi eld may actively or passively impede medical implants. To reduce the risk of serious or fatal injuries, we recommend persons with medical implants to consult their doctor and the manufacturer of the medical implant prior to using the equipment.

5. Before starting the equipment

The lawn mower is delivered partly assembled. The push bar and the grass basket must be as- sembled before using the lawn mower. Follow the instructions step by step and refer to the pictures when assembling. Mounting the push bar (Fig. 3 to 5) Start by fastening the lower push bars for the left- hand side (Fig. 3/Item 10) and the right-hand side (Fig. 3/Item 11) to the mower housing using the fastening screws (Fig. 3/Item 12). The upper push bar then has to be slid onto the lower push bars and fastened with screws (Fig. 4/Item 13). There are 2 diff erent holes on each of the lower push bars for this, to enable the height of the push bar to be adjusted to the height of the user. Then fas- ten the power cable to the push bar with the cable clips (Fig. 5/Item 14). Mounting the catch basket (see Fig. 6) Before you fi t the catch basket you must ensure that the motor is switched off and the blade is not rotating. Lift the ejector fl ap (Fig. 6/Item 6) with one hand. With the other hand, hold the catch basket by the handle and hook it in from above (Fig. 6). Filling level indicator of the grass collector The grass box is equipped with a fi lling level in- dicator (Fig. 1/Item 15). which is opened by the airfl ow that the lawn mower generates during ope- ration. If the fl ap closes during mowing, the grass collecting device is full and must be emptied. To ensure the proper functioning of the fi lling level indicator, the holes under the fl ap must always be kept clean and passable. Adjusting the cutting height Caution! Adjust the cutting height only when the machine has been switched off and the safety plug has been pulled out. Before you begin to mow, check to ensure that the blade is not blunt and that none of the fasteners are damaged. To prevent any imbalance, replace blunt and/or damaged blades. To carry out this check, fi rst switch off the motor and pull out the safety plug. The cutting height is adjusted as follows (see Fig. 7):

1. Push the lever (5) downwards.

2. Set the lever (5) to the desired cutting height.

3. Release the lever (5) and check that it is se-

curely seated in the lock. Reading off the cutting height The cutting height can be set between 25-65 mm in 5 intervals, and can be read off on the scale. Charging the battery (Fig. 8)

1. Take the battery pack out of the equipment.

Do this by pressing the pushlock button.

2. Check that your mains voltage is the same as

that marked on the rating plate of the battery charger. Insert the power plug of the charger (9) into the socket outlet. The green LED will then begin to fl ash.

3. Insert the battery pack (8) into the battery

will fi nd a table with an explanation of the LED indicator on the charger. The battery pack can become a little warm during the charging. This is normal. If the battery pack fails to charge, check:

whether there is voltage at the socket outlet

If the battery pack still fails to charge, send

and the battery pack to our customer service center. To ensure that the battery pack provides long ser- vice, you should take care to recharge it promptly. You must recharge the battery pack when you notice that the performance of the device drops. Never allow the battery pack to become fully di- scharged. This will cause it to develop a defect. Installing the battery (Fig. 9-10) Open the battery cover. This is done by pulling the snap fastener (Item A) as shown in Fig. 9 and swinging up the cover. Then insert the two batte- ries in the mounts as shown in Fig. 10. Note! Use only batteries which are charged to the same level. Never combine full and half-full batteries. Always charge the two batteries simultaneously. The equipment‘s operating time depends on the battery with the lower charge level. The two bat- teries must always be fully charged before use. Close the battery cover by swinging it down, and make sure that it latches in place correctly. Battery capacity indicator (Fig. 11) Press the switch for the battery capacity indicator (Fig. 11/Item A). The battery capacity indicator (Fig. 11/Item B) shows the charge status of the battery using 3 LEDs. All 3 LEDs are lit: The battery is fully charged. 2 or 1 LED(s) are lit: The battery has an adequate remaining charge. 1 LED fl ashes: The battery is empty, recharge the battery. All LEDs fl ash: The battery pack has undergone exhaustive di- scharge and is defective. Do not use or charge a defective battery pack.

Caution! The lawn mover is equipped with a safety circuit to prevent unauthorized use. Directly before star- ting up the lawn mover insert the safety plug (Fig.

13) and remove the safety plug again whenever

you interrupt or terminate your work. Caution! To prevent the machine switching on accidentally, the lawn mower is equipped with a safety lock-off (Fig. 12/Item A) which must be pressed before the button switches (Fig. 12/Item 1) can be activated. The lawn mower switches itself off when the but- ton switches are released. Repeat this process several times so that you are sure that the ma- chine functions properly. Before you perform any repair or maintenance work on the equipment, ensure that the blade is not rotating and that the safety plug is disconnected. Caution! Never open the chute fl ap when the grass bag has been detached (to be emptied) and the motor is still running. A rotating bla- de can cause serious injuries! Always carefully fasten the chute fl ap and grass basket. Switch off the engine before emptying the grass basket. Always ensure that a safe distance (provided by the length of the long handles) is maintained between the user and the mower housing. Be especially careful when mowing and changing direction on slopes and inclines. Maintain a solid footing and wear sturdy, non-slip footwear and long trousers. Always mow along the incline (not up and down). For safety reasons, the lawn mower may not be used to mow inclines whose gradient exceeds 15 degrees. Use special caution when backing up and pulling the lawn mower. Tripping hazard! Tips for proper mowing It is recommended that you overlap the mowing swaths. Only use a sharp blade that is in good condition. This will prevent the grass blades from fraying and the lawn from turning yellow. Try to mow in straight lines for a nice, clean look. Anl_GAM_E_33_Li_1_SPK7.indb 23Anl_GAM_E_33_Li_1_SPK7.indb 23 30.10.2017 09:44:2030.10.2017 09:44:20GB

The swaths should overlap each other by a few centimeters in order to avoid stripes. How frequently you should mow your lawn is determined primarily by the speed at which the grass grows. In the main growing season (May - June) you will probably need to mow the lawn twice a week, otherwise just once a week. The cutting height should be between 4 - 6cm and the amount of growth before mowing again should be

4 - 5cm. If the grass is allowed to grow somewhat

longer for whatever reason, do not make the mis- take of cutting it back to the normal height in one go. This will harm the lawn. Never cut it back by more than half the height in one go. Keep the underside of the mower housing clean and remove grass build-up. Deposits not only make it more diffi cult to start the mower; they decrease the quality of the cut and make it harder for the equipment to bag the grass. Always mow along inclines (not up and down). You can prevent the lawn mower from slipping down by holding a position at an angle upwards. Select the cutting height according to the length of the grass. Make several passes so that no more than 4cm of grass are cut at one time. Switch off the motor before doing any checks on the blade. Keep in mind that the blade continues to rotate for a few seconds after the motor has been switched off . Never attempt to manually stop the blade. Regularly check to see if the blade is securely attached, is in good condition and is sharp. If the contrary is the case, sharpen the blade or replace it. In the event that the blade strikes an object, immediately switch off the lawn mower and wait for the blade to come to a com- plete stop. Then inspect the condition of the blade and the blade mount. Replace any parts that are damaged. As soon as grass clippings start to trail the lawn mower, it is time to empty the grass basket. Im- portant! Before taking off the grass basket, switch off the motor and wait until the blade has come to a stop. To take off the grass basket, use one hand to lift up the chute fl ap and the other to grab onto the basket handle. Remove the basket. For safety reasons, the chute fl ap automatically falls down after removing the grass basket and closes off the rear chute opening. If any grass remains in the opening, it will be easier to restart the engine if you pull the mower back approximately 1m. Do not use your hands or feet to remove clippings in or on the mower housing, but instead use suita- ble tools such as a brush or a hand broom. In order to ensure that the majority of grass clip- pings are picked up, the inside of the grass bas- ket must be cleaned after each use. Reattach the grass basket only when the motor is switched off and the blade has stopped. Lift up the chute fl ap with one hand and, holding the grass basket by its handle with the other hand, hang in the basket from the top.

7. Cleaning, maintenance and

ordering of spare parts Danger! Pull the safety plug before carrying out any cleaning work (Fig. 13).

Keep all safety devices, air vents and the motor housing free of dirt and dust as far as possible. Wipe the equipment with a clean cloth or blow it with compressed air at low pressure.

Do not clean the lawn mower with running water, particularly with high-pressure water.

We recommend that you clean the device immediately each time you have finished using it.

Clean the equipment regularly with a moist cloth and some soft soap. Do not use cleaning agents or solvents; these could attack the plastic parts of the equipment. En- sure that no water can seep into the device.

In case of excessive sparking, have the carbon brushes checked only by a qualifi ed electrician. Danger! The carbon brushes should not be rep laced by anyone but a qualifi ed electrician.

Worn out or damaged blades, blade mounts, and bolts should be replaced as a set by an authorized professional in order to keep the Anl_GAM_E_33_Li_1_SPK7.indb 24Anl_GAM_E_33_Li_1_SPK7.indb 24 30.10.2017 09:44:2130.10.2017 09:44:21GB

equipment in balance.

Ensure that all mounting components (i.e. screws, bolts, nuts etc.) are always tightened so that the equipment can be safely operated at all times.

Frequently check the grass catch assembly for signs of wear.

Replace excessively worn or damaged parts immediately.

In order to ensure that you enjoy the equip- ment for many years to come, all screwed parts, as well as the wheels and axles, should be cleaned and lubricated.

Keeping your lawn mower in good condition not only ensures a long lifespan and high per- formance, but also enables the equipment to thoroughly cut your grass with minimal effort.

The blade is subjected to more wear and tear than any other component. Therefore, routinely check the condition of the blade and make sure that it is tightly fastened. If the blade is completely worn out, it must be im- mediately replaced or ground sharp again. An excessively vibrating mower means that the blade is not properly balanced or has become deformed from striking an object. In this case, the blade must be repaired or replaced.

There are no parts inside the equipment which require additional maintenance.

7.4 Replacing the blade

For safety reasons, we recommend having the blade replaced by an authorized professional. Im- portant! Wear work gloves! Only replace the blade with a genuine Einhell replacement blade, as this will ensure top performance and safety under all conditions. Carry out the following steps to change the blade:

1. Undo the fastening screw (see Fig. 14).

2. Remove the blade and replace with a new

3. When fi tting the blade, make sure it is ins-

talled in the right direction. The blade‘s air va- nes must project into the motor compartment (see Fig. 14). The dome mounts must be aligned with the punch holes in the blade.

4. Then retighten the fastening screw with the

universal wrench. The tightening torque should be approx. 25 Nm. At the end of the season, perform a general ins- pection of the lawn mower and remove any grass and dirt which may have accumulated. At the start of each season, ensure that you check the condi- tion of the blade. If repairs are necessary, please contact our customer service center. Use only genuine spare parts.

7.5 Ordering replacement parts:

Please quote the following data when ordering replacement parts:

Article number of the machine

Identification number of the machine

Replacement part number of the part required For our latest prices and information please go to www.isc-gmbh.info Spare blade art. no.: 34.054.52

8. Storage and transport

Storage Store the equipment and accessories out of children‘s reach in a dark and dry place at above freezing temperature. The ideal storage tempera- ture is between 5 and 30 °C. Store the machine in its original packaging. Transport

Switch the machine off and isolate it from the power supply before transporting it.

Protect the machine from damage and the strong vibrations that can occur particularly when transporting in vehicles.

Secure the machine against slipping and tip- ping over.

9. Disposal and recycling

The equipment is supplied in packaging to pre- vent it from being damaged in transit. The raw materials in this packaging can be reused or recycled. The equipment and its accessories are made of various types of material, such as metal and plastic. Never place defective equipment in your household refuse. The equipment should be taken to a suitable collection center for proper disposal. If you do not know the whereabouts of such a collection point, you should ask in your local council offi ces. Anl_GAM_E_33_Li_1_SPK7.indb 25Anl_GAM_E_33_Li_1_SPK7.indb 25 30.10.2017 09:44:2130.10.2017 09:44:21GB

Fault Possible causes Remedies The motor fails to start a) Motor or capacitor defective b) Motor terminals or capacitor disconnected c) The mower is standing in high grass d) The mower housing is clogged e) Safety switch is not inserted f) Battery is not correctly inserted a) By customer service workshop b) By customer service workshop c) Start in low grass or on an area that has already been mowed; change the cutting height if necessary d) Clean the housing so that the blade moves freely e) Insert safety switch (see 6.) f) Remove the battery and reinsert (see 5.) The motor perfor- mance drops a) The grass is too high or too damp b) The mower housing is clogged c) The blade is severely worn d) Battery performance decrea- sing a) Correct the cutting height, change the electronics setting b) Clean the housing c) Replace the blade d) Check the battery performance and charge the battery if necessary (see 5.) Cutting is irregular a) The blade is worn b) Wrong cutting height a) Replace or resharpen the blade b) Correct the cutting height Notice! For protection, the motor is equipped with a thermal switch which cuts out when the motor is overloaded and switches on again automatically after a short cooling period Anl_GAM_E_33_Li_1_SPK7.indb 26Anl_GAM_E_33_Li_1_SPK7.indb 26 30.10.2017 09:44:2130.10.2017 09:44:21GB

Indicator status Explanations and actions Green is fl ashing Ready for use The charger is connected to the mains and is ready for use; there is no battery pack in the charger Red in on Charging The charger is charging the battery pack. Green is on The battery is charged and ready for use. (Charging time for 1.5 Ah battery: approx. 2 hours) (Charging time for 2.0 Ah battery: approx. 2½ hours) (Charging time for 2.6 Ah battery: approx. 3,25 hours) (Charging time for 3.0 Ah battery: approx. 4 hours) (Charging time for 4.0 Ah battery: approx. 5 hours) (Charging time for 5.0 Ah battery: approx. 6½ hours) Action: Take the battery pack out of the charger. Disconnect the charger from the mains supply. Red is fl ashing Fault Charging is no longer possible. The battery pack or charger is defec- tive. Action: Never charge a defective battery pack. Take the battery pack out of the charger. Red and green are fl ashing alternately Temperature fault The battery pack is too hot (e.g. due to direct sunshine) or too cold (below 0° C). Action: Remove the battery pack and keep it at room temperature (approx. 20° C) for one day . Should this fault still occur afterwards, the battery has undergone ex- haustive discharge and must never be charged or used again. Take the battery pack out of the charger.

For EU countries only Never place any electric power tools in your household refuse. To comply with European Directive 2012/19/EC concerning old electric and electronic equipment and its implementation in national laws, old electric power tools have to be separated from other waste and disposed of in an environment-friendly fashion, e.g. by taking to a recycling depot. Recycling alternative to the return request: As an alternative to returning the equipment to the manufacturer, the owner of the electrical equipment must make sure that the equipment is properly disposed of if he no longer wants to keep the equipment. The old equipment can be returned to a suitable collection point that will dispose of the equipment in accordance with the national recycling and waste disposal regulations. This does not apply to any ac- cessories or aids without electrical components supplied with the old equipment. The reprinting or reproduction by any other means, in whole or in part, of documentation and papers accompanying products is permitted only with the express consent of the iSC GmbH. Subject to technical changes This consignment contains lithium-ion batteries. In accordance with special provision 188 this consignment is not subject to the ADR regulations. Handle with care. Danger of ignition in case of damage to the consignment package. If the consignment packa- ge is damaged: Check and if necessary repackage. For further information contact: 0049 1807 10 20 20 66 (fi xed network 14 ct/min, mobile phone max. 42 ct/min) Outside Germany charges will apply instead for a regular call to a landline number in Germany. Anl_GAM_E_33_Li_1_SPK7.indb 28Anl_GAM_E_33_Li_1_SPK7.indb 28 30.10.2017 09:44:2230.10.2017 09:44:22GB

Service information We have competent service partners in all countries named on the guarantee certifi cate whose contact details can also be found on the guarantee certifi cate. These partners will help you with all service re- quests such as repairs, spare and wearing part orders or the purchase of consumables. Please note that the following parts of this product are subject to normal or natural wear and that the following parts are therefore also required for use as consumables. Category Example Wear parts* Carbon brushes, Battery Consumables* Blade Missing parts

• Not necessarily included in the scope of delivery! In the eff ect of defects or faults, please register the problem on the internet at www.isc-gmbh.info. Ple- ase ensure that you provide a precise description of the problem and answer the following questions in all cases:

Did the equipment work at all or was it defective from the beginning?

Did you notice anything (symptom or defect) prior to the failure?

What malfunction does the equipment have in your opinion (main symptom)? Describe this malfunction. Anl_GAM_E_33_Li_1_SPK7.indb 29Anl_GAM_E_33_Li_1_SPK7.indb 29 30.10.2017 09:44:2230.10.2017 09:44:22GB

Warranty certifi cate Dear Customer, All of our products undergo strict quality checks to ensure that they reach you in perfect condition. In the unlikely event that your device develops a fault, please contact our service department at the address shown on this guarantee card or the sales outlet from where you bought the device. Please note the fol- lowing terms under which guarantee claims can be made:

1. These guarantee terms apply to consumers only, i.e. natural persons intending to use this product

neither for their commercial activities nor for any other self-employed activities. These warranty terms regulate additional warranty services, which the manufacturer mentioned below promises to buyers of its new products in addition to their statutory rights of guarantee. Your statutory guarantee claims are not aff ected by this guarantee. Our guarantee is free of charge to you.

2. The warranty services cover only defects due to material or manufacturing faults on a product which

you have bought from the manufacturer mentioned below and are limited to either the rectifi cation of said defects on the product or the replacement of the product, whichever we prefer. Please note that our devices are not designed for use in commercial, trade or professional applica- tions. A guarantee contract will not be created if the device has been used by commercial, trade or industrial business or has been exposed to similar stresses during the guarantee period.

3. The following are not covered by our guarantee:

- Damage to the device caused by a failure to follow the assembly instructions or due to incorrect installation, a failure to follow the operating instructions (for example connecting it to an incorrect mains voltage or current type) or a failure to follow the maintenance and safety instructions or by ex- posing the device to abnormal environmental conditions or by lack of care and maintenance. - Damage to the device caused by abuse or incorrect use (for example overloading the device or the use or unapproved tools or accessories), ingress of foreign bodies into the device (such as sand, stones or dust, transport damage), the use of force or damage caused by external forces (for ex- ample by dropping it). - Damage to the device or parts of the device caused by normal or natural wear or tear or by normal use of the device.

4. The guarantee is valid for a period of 84 months starting from the purchase date of the device. Gu-

arantee claims should be submitted before the end of the guarantee period within two weeks of the defect being noticed. No guarantee claims will be accepted after the end of the guarantee period. The original guarantee period remains applicable to the device even if repairs are carried out or parts are replaced. In such cases, the work performed or parts fi tted will not result in an extension of the guarantee period, and no new guarantee will become active for the work performed or parts fi tted. This also applies if an on-site service is used.

5. To make a claim under the guarantee, please register the defective device at: www.isc-gmbh.info.

Please keep your bill of purchase or other proof of purchase for the new device. Devices that are returned without proof of purchase or without a rating plate shall not be covered by the guarantee, because appropriate identifi cation will not be possible. If the defect is covered by our guarantee, then the item in question will either be repaired immediately and returned to you or we will send you a new replacement. Also refer to the restrictions of this warranty concerning wear parts, consumables and missing parts as set out in the service information in these operating instructions. Anl_GAM_E_33_Li_1_SPK7.indb 30Anl_GAM_E_33_Li_1_SPK7.indb 30 30.10.2017 09:44:2230.10.2017 09:44:22FR

Annex VI Noise: measured L

= 92,05 dB (A); guaranteed L