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(Original instructions)
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Move the wheel (24) up/down into the next available loca-
tion.
Note:
Adjust one wheel at a time. Adjust one height position
at a time.
Switching on and off (fig. G)
Switching on
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Push in and hold the lock-off button (25).
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Pull the on/off switch (2) towards the handle.
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Release the lock-off button.
Switching off
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Release the on/off switch (2).
Warning:
Never attempt to lock a switch in the on position.
Mowing (fig. N1 & N2)
We recommend to use your mower as outlined in this section
in order to achieve optimum results and to reduce the risk of
cutting the mains cable.
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Place the bulk of the mains cable on the lawn, close to the
starting point (position 1 in fig. N1).
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Switch the appliance on as described above.
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Proceed as shown in fig. N1
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Move from position 1 to position 2.
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Turn right and proceed towards position 3.
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Turn left and move towards position 4.
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Repeat the above procedure as required.
Warning:
Do not work towards the cable as shown in fig. N2.
EdgeMax (fig. J1 & J2)
EdgeMax allows you to cut grass right up to the edge of a wall
or fence (fig J1).
EdgeMax allows you to accurately cut grass right up to the
edge of your lawn (fig J2).
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With the lawnmower parallel with the edge of your lawn.
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Push the lawnmower along the edge of the lawn. Ensure
that the EdgeMax (6) is slightly over the edge of your lawn
(fig.J2)
Emptying the grass collection box
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Release the on/off switch (2).
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Remove the grass collection box (7).
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Empty the contents from the the box.
Cable storage (fig. M) (EMax32S only)
Warning!
The cable holders (5) provide a safe and convenient
way to store the cable (26) when not in use..
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Wrap the cable around the cable holders (5) in a figure of
eight pattern.
Carrying the mower
Warning!
Ensure the blade has completely stopped and
disconnect the appliance from the mains.
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The mower can be carried using the convenient carry
handles (9).
Hints for optimum use
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If the grass is longer than approximately 10 cm, make two
cuts to obtain a better finish. First mow at maximum height
of cut, then use a low or medium height of cut.
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In order to achieve optimum results, only mow dry grass.
Troubleshooting
If your appliance seems not to operate properly, follow the
instructions below. If this does not solve the problem, please
contact your local Black & Decker repair agent.
Warning!
Before proceeding, remove the plug from the
socket.
Problem
Possible Cause
Possible solution
Machine fails to
operate
Power turned off
Turn power on
Fuse faulty/blown
Replace fuse
Grass too long
Increase the height of
cut and move machine
to shorter grass to start
Thermal cut out
activated
Allow motor to cool and
increase height of cut
Machine functions
intermittently
Thermal cut out
activated
Allow motor to cool and
increase height of cut
Machine leaves
ragged finish or
motor labours
Height of cut too low
Increase height of cut
Cutting blade blunt
Replace the blade
Underside of machine
clogged
Check underneath the
machine and clear out
as necessary (always
wear heavy duty
gloves)
Blade fitted upside
down
Refit blade correctly
