Safety
If not used properly this product can be dangerous! This product can cause serious injury to the operator and others,
the warnings and safety instructions must be followed to ensure reasonable safety and efficiency in using this product.
The operator is responsible for following the warning and safety instructions in this manual and on the product.
Explanation of Symbols on the product
Warning
Read the user instructions carefully to make
s
ure you understand all the controls and what
t
hey do.
A
lways keep the product on the ground when
operating. Tilting or lifting the product may
c
ause stones to be thrown out.
K
eep bystanders away. Do not operate whilst
people especially children or pets are in the
a
rea.
B
eware of sharp blades - remove plug from
mains before maintenance or if cable is
damaged.
B
lades continue to rotate after the machine is
switched off.
Keep the supply cable away from the blade.
General
1. This product may be used under
supervision, or if instruction regarding the
safe use of the product has been
provided and the resulting dangers have
been understood, by children aged 8 and
above, as well as by persons with
physical, sensory or mental disabilities or
a lack of experience and knowledge.
Children must not be allowed to play with
the product. Cleaning and user
maintenance must not be performed by
children without supervision.
The use of this product by young people
under the age of 16 is not recommended.
2. Never allow children or people unfamiliar with the
instructions to use the machine.
3. Stop using the machine while people, especially
children, or pets are nearby.
4. Only use the product in the manner and for the
functions described in these instructions.
5. Never operate the product when you are tired, ill or
under the influence of alcohol, drugs or medicine.
6. The operator or user is responsible for accidents or
hazards occurring to other people or their property.
Electrical
1. The use of a Residual Current Device (R.C.D.) with a
tripping current of not more than 30mA is
recommended. Even with a R.C.D. installed 100%
safety cannot be guaranteed and safe working
practice must be followed at all times. Check your
R.C.D. every time you use it.
2. Before use, examine the cable for signs of damage
or ageing. If the cable is found to be defective, take
the product to an Authorised Service Centre and
have the cable replaced.
3. Do not use the product if the electric cables are
damaged or worn
4. Immediately disconnect from the mains electricity
s
upply if the cable is cut, or the insulation is damaged.
D
o not touch the electric cable until the electrical supply
has been disconnected. Do not repair a cut or
d
amaged cable. Replace it with a new one.
5
. Your extension cable must be uncoiled, coiled cables
can overheat and reduce the efficiency of your mower.
6
. Keep cable away from product, always work away
from the power point mowing up and down, never in
circles.
7
. Do not pull cable around sharp objects.
8. Always switch off at the mains before disconnecting
any plug, cable connector or extension cable.
9
. Switch off, remove plug from mains and examine
electric supply cable for damage or ageing
before
w
inding cable for storage. Do not repair a damaged
c
able, replace it with a new one. Use only genuine
replacement cable.
1
0. Always wind cable carefully, avoiding kinking.
11. Never carry the product by the cable.
12. Never pull on the cable to disconnect any of the plugs.
13. Use only on AC mains supply voltage shown on the
product rating label.
14. Our products are double insulated to EN60335.
Under no circumstances should an earth be
connected to any part of the product.
Cables
If extension cables are used, these must comply with the
minimum cross-sections in the table below:
Voltage Cable length Cross section
220-240V/ 50Hz Up to 20 m 1.5 mm
2
220-240V/ 50Hz 20 - 50 m 2.5 mm
2
1. Mains cables and extensions are available from your
local Approved Service Centre.
2. Only use extension cables specifically designed for
outdoor use and which conform to one of the
following specifications: Ordinary rubber (60245 IEC
53), Ordinary PVC (60227 IEC 53) or Ordinary PCP
(60245 IEC 57)
3. If the short connection lead is damaged, it must be
replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or
similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.
Preparation
1. While using your product always wear substantial
footwear and long trousers. Do not operate the
equipment when barefoot or wearing open sandals.
2. Make sure the lawn is clear of sticks, stones, bones,
wire and debris; they could be thrown by the blade.
3. Before using the machine and after any impact,
check for signs of wear or damage and repair as
necessary.
4. Replace worn or damaged blades together with their
fixings in sets to preserve balance.
Use
1. Use the product only in daylight or good artificial
light.
2. Avoid operating your product in wet grass, where
feasible.
3. Take care in wet grass, you may lose your footing.
4. On slopes, be extra careful of your footing and wear
non-slip footwear.
5. Operate your product across the face of slopes,
never up and down.
6. Exercise extreme caution when changing direction
on slopes. Walk never run.
7. Make sure you always take up a safe and stable stance
whilst working, especially on slopes. Do not use the
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