Stop The Machine; Operate The Self-Propel System; Empty The Grass Catcher; Operate On Slopes - GreenWorks GD40LM46SP Manual Del Operario

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If the machine does not start, remove the battery pack and
examine the mower deck to make sure that:
• no grass catches on the blade.
• the blade can turn freely by hand.
4.2

STOP THE MACHINE

Figure 9.
1. Release the bail switch to stop the machine.
Wait until the blades fully stop before you start the machine
again. Do not quickly turn the machine off and on.
Always remove the safety key and battery pack after you
complete the work.
4.3 OPERATE THE SELF-PROPEL
SYSTEM
Figure 9.
1. Start the machine.
2. While you hold the bail switch, push the self-propel lever
in the direction of the handle bar.
3. Hold the bail switch and the self-propel lever at the same
time with your right hand.
4. Adjust the speed control button with your left hand.
• Push the speed control button in the direction of the
Cougar Symbol to increase the speed.
• Pull the speed control button in the direction of the
Turtle Symbol to decrease the speed.
5. Release the self-propel lever to close the self-propel
system.
4.4

EMPTY THE GRASS CATCHER

Figure 10.
1. Stop the machine.
2. Remove the safety key.
3. Remove the battery pack.
4. Open the rear discharge door and hold it.
5. Hold the grass catcher by its handle and unhook it from
the door rod.
6. Close the rear discharge door.
7. Empty the grass catcher.
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4.5

OPERATE ON SLOPES

Do not mow on the slopes with decline more than 15°. If
you are not comfortable, do not mow on a slope.
Please keep a low self-propelled speed when you mow on a
slope.
• Do not go up and down on a slope when you mow across
the face of the slope. Be careful when you change the
direction on a slope.
• Monitor the holes, ruts, rocks, and other hidden objects
that can cause you to fall. Remove all obstacles such as
rocks and tree limbs.
• Make sure that your footing is stable. If you are out of
balance, release the bail switch immediately.
• Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or embankments.
4.6

OPERATION TIPS

• Do not try to override the operation of the start button or
bail switch.
• Do not tilt the machine when you start it.
• Do not put hands or feet near or below the turning parts.
• Keep the discharge chute clean.
• Do not cut wet grass.
• Higher blade height is necessary for new or thick grass.
• Clean the bottom of the mower deck after each use.
Remove grass clippings, leaves, dirt, and other debris.
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MAINTENANCE

Remove the safety key and battery pack from the machine
before maintenance.
Keep the engine and battery pack free from grass, leaves or
too much grease.
Use only approved replacement parts.
Do not let brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum-based materials
touch the plastic parts. Chemicals can cause damage to the
plastic, and make the plastic unserviceable.
Do not use strong solvents or detergents on the plastic
housing or components.
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