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Operating Instructions
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Adjusting the fill level indicator
A fill level indicator (26) is installed on the side of the
grass collection box (15).
The fill level indicator is opened by the air flow into the
grass collection box when operating. If the fill level indi -
cator remains closed during operation, this means that
the grass collection box is full and must be emptied.
Fill level indicator opened:
The grass collection box is empty
Fill level indicator closed:
The grass collection box is full
Switching the lawnmower on/off (Fig. 8)
The lawnmower can be operated with either a
rechargeable battery.
Which battery compartment you use does not
matter. A second battery enables the lawnmower
to be used longer.
WARNING!
Risk of injury and damage!
Starting the lawnmower improperly can cause seri-
ous injuries and damage.
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Start or actuate the start device carefully and in
accordance with the manufacturer‘s instructions.
1. Insert the safety key (18) into the opening provided
until it locks in place.
2. Ensure that lawnmower is at a suitable location and
that the cutting blades cannot cause any injuries or
damage.
3. To switch on, press the release button (18) and hold
it while you pull the start bar (2) towards the handle
bar (1). Let go of the release button.
The motor starts and the cutting blades begin to rotate.
The motor runs and the cutting blades rotate as long as
the lock bar is raised.
You can let go of the lock button as soon as the motor
is running.
4. To switch off, let go of the start bar (2).
5. Wait until all rotating parts have come to a complete
standstill.
WORKING WITH THE DEVICE
Comply with noise prevention and local regulations. Re-
gular mowing encourages grass plants to grow more lea-
ves and also kills weeds. The grass therefore becomes
thicker each time it is mown and an even lawn is formed.
The first cut should be carried out around April when the
growth height is approximately 70 - 80 mm. Mow the
lawn at least once per week in the main vegetation time.
• Use the device in straight lines as far as possible.
The lines should overlap by a few centimetres to
ensure that there are no gaps.
• Adjust the cutting height so that the device is not
overloaded. Otherwise, the motor may get damaged.
• When working on slopes, always mow across the
slope. Take particular care when going backwards
and pulling the device.
• Clean the device after each use as described in the
“Cleaning and maintenance” chapter.
The blade continues to rotate for a few se-
conds after the device is switched off. Do not
touch the moving blade. There is a risk of
personal injury.
Accumulators are supplied partially charged and must
therefore be fully charged before being used for the
first time.
• Charge the accumulator when the appliance is run-
ning slowly or stops.
• A li-ion battery may be charged at any time without
any shortening of its life. Charging process interrup-
tion will not damage the accumulator.
• A li-ion battery is protected by the Electronic Cell
Protection against deep discharge.
• A significantly shorter operating time of a charged
battery means the battery life is over and the battery
must be replaced.
• Original spare batteries to be used only.
Storage
• Only store the battery at an ambient temperature bet-
ween +10°C and +40°C.
• Keep the battery away from water and moisture.
• Charge the battery before storing
Conveyance / Transport
• The user can move the rechargeable battery when
transporting on roads to the device‘s usage location
without further constraints as long as the charge has
been safeguarded appropriately.
Instructions for sending for repair or diagnostic
purposes:
• Only send batteries if the housing is not damaged.
Risk of short circuit!
The battery must be packed (plastic bag, case) when
disposing, transporting or storing, or the contacts must
be covered
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Cleaning and maintenance
WARNING!
Risk of injury and damage!
Cleaning and maintaining the lawnmower and the
rechargeable battery improperly can cause serious
injuries and damage.
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Always read and comply with the safety instruc-
tions at the start of these operating instructions
before cleaning or maintaining the lawnmower or
the rechargeable battery.
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All maintenance activities not included in these in-
structions may only be performed by your dealer.
Activities that are not performed by a specialist
company, or that are carried out by unqualified
persons, will explicitly void the guarantee.
NOTE!
Risk of short circuit!
Fluids that have entered the housing can cause a
short circuit.