Operation
- Switch the motor off and pull out the mains plug
before loosening blockages or removing ob-
structions from the discharge channel or before
checking, cleaning, transporting or adjusting the
lawnmower or before working on the appliance.
- If you remove the grass catcher, you or other
persons might get injured due to ejected, mowed
materials or foreign bodies. Never empty the
grass sack while the motor is running. To do this,
switch off the appliance.
- Inspect the ground on which the mower is going to
be used and remove any loose objects that could
be picked up and thrown out again by the mower.
- Do not use the device in adverse weather condi-
tions, e. g. if there is a risk of rain or a storm.
- If the cutter strikes a foreign object (e.g. stone) or
if the mower starts vibrating unusually: Immediate-
ly switch off the motor and pull out the mains plug.
Before continuing to use the unit, have it checked
for damage by a specialist workshop.
- When rotary mowing, never stand in front of the
grass discharge openings.
- Before leaving the appliance, always pull out the
mains plug.
Stumbling
- When turning the unit, you may trip over the pow-
er cord and injure yourself.
- Always guide the cable in such a way that it is
always kept out of the walking and working area.
- Operate the mower at walking speed only.
Caution
Damage to the appliance
- Stones, branches or similar objects lying about
may damage the unit and its mode of operation.
Remove all objects from the appliance's path
before every use.
- Do not operate the machine if it is not in perfect
working order. Before operating the unit, always
carry out a visual inspection. Check in particular
the safety equipment, electric controls, power
cables and threaded connections for damage and
secure attachment.
Replace damaged parts before operating.
Operating times
Comply with the national/municipal regulations con-
cerning the times when the appliance may be used
(if required, contact your local authority).
Location details
Specified positions on the mower (e.g. on the left, on
the right) are always seen from the steering handle
in the working direction of the mower.
1 . Hang the grass catcher
Fig. 2
Lift up the deflector flap and hook the grass sack
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onto the lawn scarifier.
2 . Set the cutting height
Caution
Select cutting height for uneven terrain to
prevent the cutter from ever coming into
contact with the ground.
Fig. 3
Set the cutting height of the grass as required.
Setting option (depending on model) from approx.
3 cm to maximum 9 cm.
Note
If appliances have individual wheel adjust-
ment, set all wheels to the same height.
Model A:
Unscrew wheels and move to the appropriate
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height setting.
Model B:
Pull the flap and snap into place in the position
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required.
Model C:
Advance or push back the lever of the central ver-
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tical adjustment and snap into place in the position
required.
Model D:
Actuate lock and simultaneously set the required
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height by pulling or pressing on the handle/lever.
When the lock is released, the selected setting
engages.
Model E:
Pull the wheel forwards and lock in the required
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position.
3 . Power cord
Fig. 4
Attach power cord to the cord grip.
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Insert the connection cable first into the switch/
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plug combination on the mower and then into a
230 V socket.
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