Safety Cut-Out
The Motor is protected by a Safety Cut-Out which is
activated when the blade becomes jammed or if the
motor is overloaded. When this occurs, stop and remove
the plug from the power supply. The Safety Cut-Out will
only reset when the start/stop lever is released. Clear
any obstruction and wait for a few minutes for the Safety
Cut-Out to reset before continuing to use the mower.
Environmental Information
• Awareness of the environment must be considered
when disposing of ‘end-of-life’ product.
• If necessary, contact your local authority for disposal
information.
The symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates
that this product may not be treated as household waste.
Instead it shall be handed over to the applicable collection
point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment.
By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will
help prevent potential negative consequences for the
environment and human health, which could otherwise
be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this
product. For more detailed information about recycling
of this product, please contact your local council office,
your household waste disposal service or the shop
where you purchased the product.
How to Mow
1. Start mowing the edge of the lawn nearest to the
power point so the cable is laid out on the lawn you
have already cut.
2. Mow twice a week during the growing season, your
lawn will suffer if more than a third of its length is cut
at one time.
Do Not Overload Your Mower
Mowing long thick grass may cause the motor speed to
drop, you will hear a change in the motor sound. If the
motor speed drops you may overload your lawnmower
which may cause damage. When mowing in long thick
grass a first cut with the cutting height set higher will help
reduce the load. See Cutting Height Adjustment.
Edging Comb (R1)
Enables cutting up close to walls and fences
Caring for your Lawnmower
Cleaning
• USE GLOVES
• IMPORTANT:- It is very important that you keep your
lawnmower clean. Grass clippings left in any of the air
intakes or under the deck could become a potential
fire hazard.
1. Remove grass from under the deck with brush. (S1)
2. Using a soft brush - remove grass clippings from all
air intakes (S2), the discharge chute (S3)and the
grass box (S4).
3. Wipe over the surface of your lawnmower with a dry
cloth (S5).
• IMPORTANT:- Never use water for cleaning your
lawnmower. Do not clean with chemicals, including
petrol, or solvents - some can destroy critical plastic
parts.
Storing your Lawnmower:
• Loosen the wing knobs to enable the handles to be
folded over the product (T).
• Store in a dry place where your lawnmower is
protected from damage
At the End of the Mowing Season
1. Replace bolts, nuts or screws, if necessary.
2. Clean your lawnmower thoroughly.
3. Make sure that the electric cable is stored correctly to
prevent damage.
Fault Finding Hints
Fails to Operate
1. Is the correct Starting procedure being followed? See
‘To Start your Lawnmower’
2. Is the Power Turned On?
3. Check the fuse in the plug, if blown replace.
4. Fuse continues to blow?
Immediately disconnect from the mains electricity
supply and consult your GARDENA Service Centre.
Poor Grass Collection
1. Disconnect from the mains electricity supply.
2. Clean the outside of the air intakes, the discharge
chute and the underside of the deck.
3. Raise to a higher height of cut. See Cutting Height
Adjustment.
4. If poor collection persists.
Immediately disconnect from the mains electricity
supply and consult your GARDENA Service Centre.
Excessive Vibration
1. Disconnect from the mains electricity supply.
2. Check that the blade is fitted correctly?
3. If the blade is damaged or worn, replace it with a new
one.
4. If vibration persists?
Immediately disconnect from the mains electricity
supply and consult your GARDENA Service Centre.
Lawnmower becomes heavy to push
1. Disconnect from the mains electricity supply.
2. In long grass or uneven ground, the height of cut
should be raised to a higher position. See Cutting
Height Adjustment.
3. Check that the wheels can rotate freely.
4. If problem persists?
Immediately disconnect from the mains electricity
supply and consult your GARDENA Service Centre.
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