AL-KO 3.22 E easy, Translation Of The Original Instructions For Use

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Maintenance and care
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Only control the appliance by the handlebar.
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Only move the appliance at walking speed.
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Always move the appliance across the slope.
Do not mow up or down the slope, or on
slopes with a gradient of more than 10°. Exer-
cise particular care when changing direction.
Cutting performance
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The cutting performance or the area that can
be mown depends on the properties of the
grass. Factors such as the length of the grass,
the grass density, the selected cutting height
and wet grass affect the cutting performance.
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To optimise cutting performance, it is recom-
mended to mow the grass often, to set a high
cutting height and to move the appliance at
walking speed.
Tips for mowing
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Maintain a constant cutting height of 3–5 cm;
do not mow the grass to less than half its
original height.
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Do not overload the lawnmower! If the motor
speed drops noticeably because of long,
thick grass, increase the cutting height and
mow in several passes.
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Wind and sun can dry out the lawn after
mowing so it is better to mow in the late after-
noon.
8 MAINTENANCE AND CARE
WARNING! Risk of injury during mainte-
nance work. Improper maintenance can result in
serious injury and damage to the appliance.
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Disconnect the appliance from the mains be-
fore starting maintenance work.
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Have repairs to the appliance carried out only
by qualified companies.
8.1 Regular maintenance work
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Make sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are
tightened and the appliance is in a safe work-
ing condition.
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Check the grass collector regularly for correct
operation and wear.
8.2 Cleaning the appliance and mower
mechanism
IMPORTANT! Danger from water. Water in
the appliance causes short-circuits and destroys
electrical components.
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Do not spray the appliance with water.
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Only use a broom or a brush for cleaning.
1. Stop the motor.
2. Disconnect the mains plug from the mains
power supply.
3. Unhook the grass catcher.
4. Fold in the handlebar (Folding the handlebar
in and out*).
5. Tilt the appliance* and clean the mower
mechanism.
* comfort: Place the appliance on its back (17) .
8.3 Checking and renewing the cutting
blade
WARNING! Severe injuries due to blade
parts being flung out. A worn, cracked or dam-
aged cutting blade can break, and its parts can
become dangerous projectiles.
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Regularly check the cutting blade for dam-
age.
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Do not use the lawnmower if the cutting
blade is worn or damaged.
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Have blunt or damaged cutting blades sharp-
ened or replaced only by one of the manufac-
turer’s service centres or an authorised spe-
cialist company.
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To avoid vibrations, the cutting blade and
blade bolt must always be replaced together.
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Resharpened cutting blades must be bal-
anced. Unbalanced cutting blades cause
strong vibrations and damage the appliance.
8.4 Repair work
* depending on the model, see technical data.
WARNING! Risk of injury during repair
work. Improper repairs can lead to serious inju-
ries and damage to the appliance.
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Have repair work performed by the manufac-
turer's service centres and authorised spe-
cialist companies only!
In the following cases, contact one of the manu-
facturer’s service centres:
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Motor no longer starts.
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Appliance has moved onto an obstruction.
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Cutting blade and/or motor shaft are bent.
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Appliance vibrates and does not run smooth-
ly.
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Mains cable or mains plug damaged.*