Mountfield EL 340 Li 48L, Translation Of The Original Instruction, Page: 28 / 42

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1. GENERAL INFORMATION
1.1 HOW TO READ THE MANUAL
NOTE or | IMPORTANT These give details or
further information on what has already been said,
and aim to prevent damage to the machine.
The symbol highlights danger. Failure to observe
the warning can lead to the risk of injury to oneself and
others and/or damage.
The paragraphs highlighted in a square with
grey spots indicate the optional characteristics
not on all models documented in this manual.
Check if the characteristic is on this model.
Whenever reference is made to a position on the
machine “front”, “back”, “left” or “right” hand side,
this refers to the operator’s working position.
2. SAFETY REGULATIONS
2.1 TRAINING
Read these instructions carefully before
operating the machine. Become acquainted with the
controls and the correct use of the machine. Learn how
to stop the motor quickly. Failure to follow the warnings
and instructions may result in fire and/or serious injury.
Keep all warnings and instructions for future reference.
• Never allow children or persons unfamiliar with
these instructions to use the machine. Local laws
can restrict the minimum age of the operator.
• This appliance can be used by children aged from 8
years and above and persons with reduced physical,
sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience
and knowledge if they have been given supervision or
instructions concerning use of the appliance in a safe way
and understand the hazards involved. Children shall not
play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance
shall not be made by children without supervision.
• Never use the lawnmower while people, especially
children, or pets are nearby. Get another adult
to keep the children under supervision.
• Never use the machine if the user is tired or unwell, or has
taken medicine, drugs, alcohol or any substances which
may slow his reflexes and compromise his judgement.
• Bear in mind that the operator or user is responsible
for accidents or unexpected events occurring to other
people or their property. It is the user’s responsibility to
assess the potential risk of the area where work is to be
carried out and to take all the necessary precautions to
ensure their own safety and that of others, particularly
on slopes or rough, slippery and unstable ground.
• If the machine is sold or lent to others,
make sure that the operator reads the user
instructions contained in this manual.
WARNING!: READ THOROUGHLY THE INSTRUCTION BOOKLET
BEFORE USING THE MACHINE. Keep for future reference
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INDEX
1. GENERAL INFORMATION .......................................... 1
1.1 How to read the manual ...................................... 1
2. SAFETY REGULATIONS ............................................. 1
2.1 Training ................................................................ 1
2.2 Preliminary procedures ....................................... 2
2.3 During operation ................................................. 2
2.4 Maintenance, storage ......................................... 2
2.5 Battery / battery charger ..................................... 2
2.6 Environmental protection .................................... 3
3. GETTING TO KNOW THE MACHINE .......................... 3
3.1 Description of the machine and planned use ..... 3
3.2 Main components (Fig. 1) ................................... 3
3.3 Identification label (Fig. 1) ................................... 4
3.4 Safety signs (Fig. 2). ............................................ 4
4. ASSEMBLY ................................................................... 4
4.1 Unpacking (Fig.3) ................................................ 4
4.2 Grass catcher assembly (Fig.4
, Fig.
5) ............... 4
4.3 Handle assembly ................................................ 4
5. CONTROLS .................................................................. 4
5.1 Safety key (Deactivation device) ........................ 4
5.2 Handle ................................................................ 4
6. USING THE MACHINE ................................................. 4
6.1 Preliminary procedures (Fig.16).......................... 5
6.2 Safety checks ...................................................... 5
6.3 Start-up (Fig.23 ÷ 25) ........................................... 5
6.4 Operation (Fig.26) .............................................. 5
6.5 Stop (Fig.29) ........................................................ 5
6.6 After operation (Fig.31
÷
33) ................................ 5
7. MAINTENANCE............................................................ 6
7.1 Battery ................................................................. 6
7.2 Cleaning (Fig.34) ................................................. 6
7.3 Blade (Fig.40 ÷ 43) ............................................... 6
8. STORAGE..................................................................... 6
8.1 Storing the machine (Fig.43
÷46
) ........................ 6
8.2 Storing the battery ............................................... 7
10. ASSISTANCE AND REPAIRS ...................................... 7
11. WARRANTY COVERAGE ............................................ 7
12. Problem identification ......................................... 7
13. ATTACHMENTS ON REQUEST .................................. 9
13.1 “Mulching” kit....................................................... 9
13.2 Batteries .............................................................. 9
13.3 Battery charger ................................................... 9